By Emily on Wednesday, October 24th, 2018 in Diamond, Informational. No Comments
Are diamonds actually rare? Is lab-grown better than natural? Are “conflict diamonds” still a thing? Will the price of lab-grown diamonds continue to decrease over time? Here’s everything you need to know about the diamond industry in 2018. 1. Natural diamonds are getting rarer every day. Diamond-bearing kimberlites, which are underground volcanic pipes where most… Read More
By Emily on Wednesday, October 17th, 2018 in Engagement Rings, Ring Care. No Comments
Congratulations! Not only have you found the person you want to spend the rest of your life with, but you’re now the proud owner of a sparkling, new engagement ring. For many people, an engagement ring is the first piece of fine jewelry they’ve ever owned, so it’s no surprise that many recently engaged couples… Read More
By Emily on Wednesday, October 10th, 2018 in Gemstones, Informational. No Comments
Where in the world does tourmaline come from? Tourmaline deposits can be found in various locations around the world including the United States, Brazil, and Africa. Both Madagascar and Afghanistan are known for producing fine red tourmaline. What color are tourmalines? Tourmaline can occur in any color. In fact, it has one of the widest color ranges… Read More
By Emily on Wednesday, October 3rd, 2018 in Informational, Pearls. No Comments
With incomparable beauty and intrigue, it’s no wonder why South Sea pearls are the most valuable pearls in the world. Here are some interesting facts surrounding these gorgeous gems. Silver-Lipped South Sea Pearls South Sea pearls develop from a special type of oyster called the Pinctada maxima. The largest oyster used in pearl production, the… Read More
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