If an analysis was done, we would find out that most of the jewelry found in stores or online are semiprecious stones or gems necklaces for women. Gemstones necklaces are sold widely because they come in variety of lovely colors and transparency. For instance the lapis Lazuli or amber comes in great color and luster makes them magnificent and of high value. When something is rare, it becomes expensive and also the demand goes up. This is the same for these necklaces.

You might have a necklace which is crystal like. Do not feel that your necklace is not valuable because some such semiprecious stones are classified under the crystal criteria, groups or variety. Diamonds at one time was not as popular as some semiprecious stones such as rubies, sapphires, emerald etc The fact that gemstone necklaces are worn for specific occasions as would be diamonds, shows us that they too are stylish and appreciated. They would thus not be worn to a casual occasion.

The more rare a semiprecious stone is in the market, the more it is priced and the more the demand. Most people want to wear a unique gemstone necklace no mater the price. These gemstones are hard to find and aesthetic. This might the case for necklaces made of red beryl or Tanzanite. These necklaces are highly priced.

The Greek and the Romans attached ritual functions or symbolism to precious and semiprecious stones. The asteria was valued more than any other mineral by the Greeks because it was associated with love and passion. Some of the ancient handmade gemstone necklaces have been found during archaeological excavations stone necklace. This tells us that body decorations have always been with us and are here to stay.