By Emily
on Wednesday, January 24th, 2024
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Diamonds are considered by many to be the most beautiful gemstone in the world. They’re exquisite, durable, and make a statement unlike any other gem. Whether you’re looking for a diamond engagement ring or another piece of diamond jewelry, you’re going to want to find the best possible diamond within your price range. Here’s everything… Read More
By Emily
on Wednesday, June 29th, 2022
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A diamond’s beauty is incomparable to any other gem, making it one of the most sought-after gemstones in the world. But natural diamonds aren’t the easiest to find. Diamonds take billions of years and a combination of intense heat and pressure to form under the earth’s surface. There are only a finite number of diamonds… Read More
By Emily
on Wednesday, May 19th, 2021
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Chances are you’ve heard of the 4 C’s. The founder of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) came up with the famous mnemonic device in the early 1940s to help students remember the four characteristics of a diamond: color, cut, clarity, and carat weight. However, a lot has changed since then, and while these four… Read More
By Emily
on Wednesday, January 6th, 2021
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Chances are you’ve heard of the 4 Cs. A diamond’s cut, color, clarity, and carat weight all determine its value, but if there’s one characteristic that the general public pays the most attention to, it’s carat weight. Like its name implies, carat weight refers to the weight of a particular gemstone. One carat equals approximately… Read More
By Emily
on Wednesday, August 5th, 2020
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When that special time comes for you to start searching for an engagement ring, one of the biggest decisions you’ll have to make is deciding which gemstone(s) you’d like to feature in the engagement ring. While diamonds are the go-to option for most engagement rings, there are several other options you may want to consider…. Read More
By Emily
on Wednesday, July 8th, 2020
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Whether you’re searching for a diamond engagement ring or are considering purchasing another type of jewelry, shopping for diamonds is fun and exciting. These gems offer a beauty and sparkle that is incomparable to any other gemstone. For both sentimental and monetary reasons, buying a diamond is often one of the biggest purchases you’ll make… Read More
By Emily
on Wednesday, November 13th, 2019
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While a diamond’s cut, color, and clarity are all important characteristics to consider when purchasing a diamond, many individuals pay particularly close attention to the diamond’s size. Typically, the larger the diamond, the more valuable it will be and the more sparkle it will have. A diamond’s carat weight is often referenced when gauging a… Read More
By Emily
on Wednesday, July 3rd, 2019
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Simply put, the Mohs scale rates the hardness of gemstones and minerals. A gemstone’s hardness rating indicates which gemstones are more prone to scratches and which ones are relatively scratch resistant. Gemstones that are high on the Mohs scale are less likely to acquire scratches while those lower on the scale are more scratch prone…. Read More
By Emily
on Wednesday, October 24th, 2018
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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, August 15th, 2018
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When looking to purchase a diamond, you’ll likely notice several key terms being used to describe the precious gemstone. While you’ve most likely heard some of these words before, you probably have no idea what they mean or how they could possibly relate to a diamond. Here are the main terms you need to know… Read More