Whether you’re shopping for a diamond ring or other jewelry, the grading report of a diamond is essential to you. The grading report is usually in the form of a certificate, which showcases the highlights of the chosen diamond’s quality. There are different grading reports, produced by different labs. In this article, we’re going to …
Chocolate Diamond: Why So Controversial?
Chocolate diamond has been the center of some quite heated debate over the last few years. Why, you might ask? Essentially, it’s the branding and marketing of brown diamonds into chocolate diamonds (a trademark registered by the high end jeweler Le Vian) that has caused such a stir. But more on that a little later. …
The Meaning of Herkimer Diamonds
Herkimer diamonds are, in fact, not diamonds at all. In actuality, they are a form of Quartz. These “diamonds”, first found in the Herkimer county of New York, became a close contender with real diamonds due to their clear and crystalline formation. [toc] Herkimer diamonds are naturally faceted and are also double terminated in nature. …
Diamond Testers: Do You Need Them and Should You Trust Them?
So, you’ve got a beautiful gem in front of you but you haven’t got the first clue whether it’s the real thing or just a good-looking fake. You haven’t studied gemology in detail, and to be honest you really don’t know your diamonds from your rubies from your sapphires from your emeralds… Real diamonds can …
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10 Best Places to Buy Diamonds Online in 2020
Diamonds will remain most favorite jewelry decoration for a long time. However, buying a reliable, consistent and properly graded diamond is not easy. With more retailers appearing online, many consumers look for a perfect engagement ring online. If you buy diamonds online, you’ll have many more options at disposal, here’s which they are. Springing to …
Contemporary Trillion Cut to Catch Eyes
Also known as a Trilliant or Trillian cut, this is a style of gemstone cut in a triangular shape. While not as popular as other cutting styles, such as the traditional round or princess, trillion cut is a versatile style that can be used for either a central stone or for accent pieces. Read on …
Diamond Accents: Are They Worth It?
In the world of diamonds and jewelry, there’s a lot of technicalities. Every stone placed in a piece has its own intent and meaning to the design. One of the best and most common ways to enhance these pieces is to use what are known as diamond accents. [toc] What Are Diamond Accents? Diamond accents …
Pavé Setting: Know It Before You Buy Diamonds
One of the best things about jewelry is how personal it can be. There are people who pass by a jewelry store and all they can think about is how could anyone spend that much money on something like a diamond. But then there are others. These are the ones who look at a diamond …
Square Cut Diamonds: How Do You Choose the Perfect Stone in 2020?
Diamonds come in all kinds of shapes, colors, cuts, clarities and sizes, so how do you even start choosing the perfect stone for you or a loved one?! There’s so much to think about, but selecting the right gemstone cut for you is a great place to start. Square cut diamonds are one of the …
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Real Diamonds vs Fake Diamonds: Buy the Right One
In your quest for jewelry shopping, you need to know the differences between a genuine diamond, and stones that are advertised as diamonds. More often than not, these are not diamonds at all. Some are lab-created simulated diamonds and others are actually gemstones. With this guide, you’ll know the different types of stones that are …
CTW vs. CTTW: Know Your Diamonds
Diamonds are one of the most coveted precious stones on the planet. Formed miles beneath the surface of the earth, they’re the toughest substance known to man. The only material that is strong enough to scratch a diamond is another diamond. They’re dazzlingly beautiful and also shrouded in myth and legend. [toc] Diamond Myths In …
Black diamonds: Are They Real Diamonds and Worth Buying?
Black diamonds have only been found in Central Africa and Brazil. Before ancient natural events made the continents shift to the position they’re in today, Brazil and Central Africa were placed side by side. So, although it might seem surprising that they both contain rare black diamonds in their soil, the shifting of the continents …
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Is It a Good Idea to Buy an Uncut Diamond?
Lately, purchasing an uncut diamond has become extremely trendy because it saves a lot of money and lets you focus on other aspects of your budget. Many people wonder whether it is worthy using diamonds in such form, or not. Perhaps, it’s still better to spend a little more for a sparkly and polished diamond? …
Types of Diamond Cuts: Your Comprehensive Guide 2020
Assuming you’re a new player in the diamond game. You may have heard that diamonds come in all shapes and sizes. This is true. You may be familiar with popular shapes such as the round, princess, oval, pear, and marquise. The truth is, there are dosens of types of diamond cuts and most of them …
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Cubic Zirconia vs Diamond vs White Sapphire vs Moissanite (Know the Difference)
When people think of buying a valuable gemstone product, like engagement rings, diamond is nearly an obvious consideration. However, several gemstones can be great diamond alternatives, and they include Cubic Zirconia, White Sapphire and Moissanite. In this article, we are going to look at each of these precious stones, their similarities as well as differences. …
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Top 50 Most Popular Gemstones
Earth has more than 4,000 minerals. In our lifetime, we’ll never see most of them. Bizarre trace impurities and mineral assemblages have resulted in a variety of the rarest gemstones in the world. Minerals are classified as gemstones depending on their optical characteristics, crystal structure, refraction and chemical composition. The degree of imperfections and classification …