FGA and DGA Certified Gemologist with a background in Hatton Garden appraisals. Specialist in colored gemstones, diamond grading, and antique jewelry provenance.
Holding the prestigious FGA and DGA diplomas from the Gemmological Association of Great Britain, Eleanor Vance has spent two decades identifying and valuing the world's most precious stones. Her career began in the historic Hatton Garden district, where she learned to spot treatments in rubies and distinguish natural sapphires from synthetics using little more than a loupe. Eleanor is passionate about educating buyers on the "4 Cs" and the critical importance of origin in colored gemstone pricing. She provides insider knowledge on everything from the durability of emeralds for daily wear to the investment potential of untreated spinels. Her writing bridges the gap between scientific gemology and the emotional art of collecting heirloom jewelry.