Top 10 Gemstones That Lost Value When Fashion Moved On

Top 10 Gemstones That Lost Value When Fashion Moved On
Fashion changes faster than geology.
In today's episode, we'll explore ten gemstones that once dominated jewelry trends — and then quietly lost value as fashion shifted. These stones didn't lose their beauty. They weren't flawed. What changed was the world's taste.
Some of the gemstones in this video were once status symbols.
Others shaped decades of jewelry design.
However, demand for each gradually decreased as colors, metals, and aesthetics changed.
This video explains how fashion cycles shape gemstone value more than just rarity.
This isn't a guide to what to buy or sell.
This is a historical look at why some gemstones have risen in value — and fallen — as styles evolved.
And which gemstone tops the list?
It depreciated faster and more than most other gemstones in the history of modern jewelry—not because it changed, but because it became too common.
💎 If you're interested in gemstone history, jewelry trends, market perceptions, or the cultural factors behind value, this video will reveal rules most people never notice.
📌 Watch until the end to see which gemstones have fallen in value.
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