What are the different types of pearls? Pearls come in a variety of different shapes, sizes and colors. Some of the most common types of pearls found in fine jewelry are freshwater pearls, akoya pearls, Tahitian pearls, and South Sea pearls. If you want to learn more about these different types of pearls, click here....
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Signet rings remain to be one of the most popular jewelry options for both men and women. The rings, which feature a flat bezel, are usually engraved with initials or a unique symbol. They have been around for thousands of years and have been worn on the hands of many important people including Egyptian queens...
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The brilliance, durability, and overall beauty of diamonds are what make them by far the most popular choice for engagement rings. Because of this, they’re also one of the most expensive gemstones, leading many potential engagement ring purchasers to reconsider their gemstone choices. Lately, we’ve been noticing an increase in colored gemstone engagement rings. More...
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There may be a unique code inscribed on your diamond and you probably didn’t even realize it. When determining the grade of a diamond, GIA diamond graders also use a micro-laser to inscribe a unique number specific to only that diamond. The inscription occurs on the diamonds girdle, the thin layer dividing the top and bottom portion...
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The life of a diamond cutter can be a stressful one. After all, the cut is the one quality factor that can make or break the overall appearance of a diamond. It can help hide inclusions while also bringing out the maximum amount of brilliance. Diamond cutting is a very work intensive process and must...
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Did you know that precious metals commonly used in jewelry can actually kill germs and heal wounds? Decades ago, researchers discovered that both gold and silver are able to destroy harmful bacteria. So how do these metals destroy bacteria yet remain harmless to humans? Well, the answer lies in the thickness of our cells’ walls....
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We often have customers ask us this question, and the truth is while white gold is usually a little more expensive than yellow gold, the price differences aren’t by any means substantial. If you’re interested in creating a jewelry piece that is 14 karat gold, the price point shouldn’t vary too drastically depending on the...
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There’s a new birthstone in town and its name is spinel. While peridot has been the only recognized birthstone for August, the Jewelers of America and the American Gem Trade Association recently announced that spinel is going to be the new, additional birthstone for this month. With the beginning of August just a few days away,...
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The value of a diamond is determined by its cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. While these factors are certainly taken into consideration when determining the quality of a colored gemstone, there is no officially accepted grading system for colored gems. So how can you be sure that the gemstone you’re considering to purchase is...
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Its luster and rarity are what attract so many people to this valuable fine metal, but where exactly does gold come from? Well, believe it or not gold has an extraterrestrial origin. The precious metal commonly used in fine jewelry is formed by cataclysmic stellar explosions called supernovae. A supernova occurs at the end of...
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