April 2006

With a large turnover of uncut gemstones , great new gem rough has been steadily arriving. Some fantastic color change garnet that has surprised us all.

The Rhodolites are proving to be very popular with their fiery light red flashes, we have also dropped the prices of our Aquamarine rough to sell out discounts. Some beautiful sparkling pink gems have been cut from the Umbalite Garnets originating from the Tanga Province .
All the sapphire miners are returning to the gem fields along with the cooler weather and we are including some very nice Sapphires from the local gem hunters.

Discounts apply for repeat customers or larger orders.

With more keen rock enthusiasts learning to cut their own gemstones we often give advice on the best type of cut for the gem rough and enjoy sharing our knowledge on types of faceting machines and which laps and cutting equipment is the most popular.

Our latest equipment includes state of the art gem testing equipment designed here on the gem fields.
Lou has been involved in a valuation course and is about to be accredited in that field.
Technology has taken off in leaps and bounds as far as testing for gemstone origin and composition

If you make it out to the Central Highland gem fields do call in and we can advise you on the best areas were good yields have been found.

Australia Post has never let us down with safe deliveries all over the world.
We have extended our payment options due to so much overseas interest.

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Paypal: is a secure method of online credit or bank card payments. Just register through the PAYPAL website if not already a member, it is easy to join and good for overseas customers as well as Australian residents.
Payments made to our email address of sapphirehunter@hotmail.com

International Money order: Just post to our Post Office address. Supplied upon request when discussing purchases.

Western Union: Always an option

Direct deposit : Best for Australian residents and easy for internet bankers.
There is also the option for calling into your nearest Westpac Bank

Money orders: Simple to buy at your nearest Post Office and pop into mail

Personal Checks: No problem, but do allow a couple of days for bank clearance

For customers calling into our shop we have credit card facilities