EGL South Africa

EGL South Africa E.G.L South Africa is an independent Diamond, Gemstone and Jewellery grading and certification Labor

E.G.L South Africa is an independent Diamond, Gemstone and Jewellery grading and certification Laboratory. E.G.L South Africa tests for Laboratory-grown diamonds, colour treated diamonds & gemstones on site by fully trained and qualified gemmologists.

πŸ’Ž Ever wondered about the history behind gemstones? Who named them, where were they discovered, and if anyone famous own...
18/06/2026

πŸ’Ž Ever wondered about the history behind gemstones? Who named them, where were they discovered, and if anyone famous owned them?

➑️ Follow our 'Famous Gemstones in history' series to learn more about the gemstones we've come to know today!

πŸ‘“ Today we're looking at the Gate of Paradise emerald spectacles.

πŸ“ž +27 83 656 9013
βœ‰οΈ [email protected]
🌍 www.egl.co.za

πŸŽ‰ The team at EGL South Africa wish everyone a prosperous Youth Day on 16 June 2026.❗ Note: EGL South Africa will be clo...
11/06/2026

πŸŽ‰ The team at EGL South Africa wish everyone a prosperous Youth Day on 16 June 2026.

❗ Note: EGL South Africa will be closed 15 & 16 June 2026.

πŸ“ž +27 83 656 9013
βœ‰οΈ [email protected]
🌍 www.egl.co.za

THE BEAUTY OF THE AFRICAN GEMSTONE: INDICOLITE TOURMALINE πŸͺ» ❗ Over the coming months, we will be delving into the kaleid...
04/06/2026

THE BEAUTY OF THE AFRICAN GEMSTONE: INDICOLITE TOURMALINE πŸͺ»

❗ Over the coming months, we will be delving into the kaleidoscopic gemstone that is tourmaline and divulging its most interesting varieties.

πŸ”Ή In allusion to its indigo blue colour, β€œindicolite” is the name given to the variety of tourmaline with a dark blue to greenish blue colour, caused by iron.

πŸ”Ή Sometimes spelled indigolite, the word indigo comes from the Greek β€œindikon” (ἰνδικόν) literally meaning β€œproduct from India”.

πŸ”Ή Fun fact: The name β€œIndia” comes from the name of the mighty Indus river.

πŸ”Ή Important African deposits include the DR Congo, Madagascar, Mozambique, Namibia and Nigeria.

πŸ“ž +27 83 656 9013
βœ‰οΈ [email protected]
🌍 www.egl.co.za

πŸ’Ž When it comes to your high-value jewellery, diamonds, gemstones, or luxury pieces β€” security matters just as much as e...
28/05/2026

πŸ’Ž When it comes to your high-value jewellery, diamonds, gemstones, or luxury pieces β€” security matters just as much as expertise.

❓ That's why we've put together some helpful questions to ask yourself before handing over your valuables for appraisal or certification.

πŸ’― At EGL South Africa, every item entrusted to us is handled with the utmost professionalism, discretion, and technical expertise developed over decades in the industry.

πŸ’Ž Because peace of mind is priceless.

πŸ“ž +27 83 656 9013
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🌍 www.egl.co.za

25/05/2026

Hello Jewellers' Network Community !!!

With Autumn officially here, take a look at our latest LINKED Online and let the insightful articles warm you up nicely.

https://jewellersnetwork.co.za/linked-online/

All my Best
Sancia πŸ’ŽπŸ’ŽπŸ’Ž

πŸ’Ž Ever wondered about the history behind gemstones? Who named them, where were they discovered, and if anyone famous own...
21/05/2026

πŸ’Ž Ever wondered about the history behind gemstones? Who named them, where were they discovered, and if anyone famous owned them?

➑️ Follow our 'Famous Gemstones in history' series to learn more about the gemstones we've come to know today!

⭐ Today we're looking at Caesar's Ruby

❕Fun fact: "Caesar" is derived from the German "Kaiser" and came to mean "Emperor" after the first Roman Emperor Caesar Augustus, the grandnephew and adopted son of the famous Roman military commander Julius Caesar.

πŸ“ž +27 83 656 9013
βœ‰οΈ [email protected]
🌍 www.egl.co.za

14/05/2026

πŸ’Ž Choose certainty. Choose EGL South Africa.

πŸ“’ We offer trusted expertise and professional services that bring clarity and credibility to every gemstone since 1980.

⭐ Whether you’re safeguarding an heirloom or making a significant
investment, EGL South Africa ensures you always know exactly what you have.

πŸ“ž +27 83 656 9013
βœ‰οΈ [email protected]
🌍 www.egl.co.za

THE BEAUTY OF THE AFRICAN GEMSTONE: RUBELLITE TOURMALINE πŸ”΄β— Over the coming months, we will be delving into the kaleidos...
07/05/2026

THE BEAUTY OF THE AFRICAN GEMSTONE: RUBELLITE TOURMALINE πŸ”΄

❗ Over the coming months, we will be delving into the kaleidoscopic gemstone that is tourmaline and divulging its most interesting varieties.

β­• Tourmaline's name is derived from the Sinhala word "toramalli" which means "mixed gems" in allusion to parcels of waterworn gems sourced from Ceylon (Sri Lanka) by the Dutch in the early 18th Century.

β­• Tourmaline has been treasured for both aesthetic and practical purposes for centuries, including as s***f bottles by the Chinese, navigational tools by the Vikings and smoking pipe ash-removers by the Dutch.

β­• Tourmalines from Madagascar were even used as pressure gauges for submarines in WWI.

β­• While there are currently over 40 tourmaline species approved by the IMA, the gem industry general settles for just "tourmaline" due to the complexity of their makeup. However, several varieties do exist that have commercial and collector importance.

β­•Today, we are looking at Rubellite Tourmaline.

πŸ“ž +27 83 656 9013
βœ‰οΈ [email protected]
🌍 www.egl.co.za

πŸ“’ Notice for Public Holidays!πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ EGL South Africa will be closed on 27 April for Freedom Day and 1 May for Workers' Day.❗...
24/04/2026

πŸ“’ Notice for Public Holidays!

πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ EGL South Africa will be closed on 27 April for Freedom Day and 1 May for Workers' Day.

❗ But we will be open for the rest of the week.

πŸ“ž +27 83 656 9013
βœ‰οΈ [email protected]
🌍 www.egl.co.za

πŸ’Ž Ever wondered about the history behind gemstones? Who named them, where were they discovered, and if anyone famous own...
22/04/2026

πŸ’Ž Ever wondered about the history behind gemstones? Who named them, where were they discovered, and if anyone famous owned them?

➑️ Follow our 'Famous Gemstones in history' series to learn more about the gemstones we've come to know today!

⭐ Today we're looking at The Earth Star diamond.

πŸ“ž +27 83 656 9013
βœ‰οΈ [email protected]
🌍 www.egl.co.za

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Bedfordview
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Tuesday 08:00 - 16:00
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