Due to recent advances in technology, lab-grown diamonds are becoming more prevalent in the gemstone market and an increasing number of people are taking interest in these man-made gems. Unlike natural diamonds, lab-grown diamonds are created in a controlled setting, but have the same chemical composition and physical appearance as natural diamonds. Some people find lab-grown diamonds...
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With an average price tag around $6,000, engagement rings usually require a significant amount of money to purchase. However, not everyone has thousands of dollars that they can freely spend on a ring. If you’re one of those people, don’t worry. You can still find a gorgeous ring that’s within your budget. Here are some...
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Alexandrite is known for its color-changing ability. When viewed outside during daylight hours, the gem typically has a bluish-green color. Whereas, in the nighttime, the color changes to purple. Alexandrite is formed when the rare element chromium combines with aluminum and beryllium under the exact right conditions. Most alexandrite comes from Sri Lanka, East Africa, and...
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When you picture a garnet, you probably envision a dark red gemstone. However January’s birthstone can actually be found in a variety of different colors. Most gemstone quality garnets can be classified as one or a mixture of these five different types. Almandine is the most common type of garnet and can be found in...
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Where do diamonds come from? Diamonds are formed about 90 to 120 miles below the Earth’s surface when extreme heat and pressure transforms carbon into the precious gemstone we all know and love today. The diamonds are then brought to the surface by volcanic pipes known as kimberlite pipes. How long have diamonds been around?...
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Not only is turquoise the designated birthstone for the month of December (along with zircon and tanzanite), it is also the recognized celebratory gemstone for the 11th wedding anniversary. Turquoise is one of the world’s oldest gemstones and has been used in jewelry for thousands of years. Old Europeans credited turquoise with helping achieve a...
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With the 2016 holiday season in full throttle, we thought it would be a good time to discuss some helpful tips when it comes to shopping for the perfect gift. Start early. Year after year, we’re amazed at how many people wait until the last minute to do their holiday shopping. While last minute shopping...
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Topaz can be found in all colors of the rainbow. The most valuable color is red and is often referred to as imperial topaz. Less than 1% of all gem quality topazes exhibit this color. Topaz is one of the two designated birthstones for November. The amber colored version of topaz is the one most...
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Searching for engagement rings can be a stressful task, especially if you have no idea what type of ring she’ll like. You’re hesitant to ask her directly because that will obviously ruin the surprise. There’s a chance that she might not even know what type of engagement ring she wants. To help you get a better...
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When most people think of custom jewelry, they think of jewelry created from scratch. Usually a jewelry designer works with the client and sketches a rough draft of the intended design. After the design has been finalized, the jewelry designer will usually create either a computer aided design (CAD) or a wax model that shows...
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