So You Say You Want a Conflict-Free Stone . . .
A lot of attention has been paid lately to conflict-free stones, and rightfully so. Even with all the reputable vendors out there, the mining and cutting of precious gems isn’t always handled in the...
View ArticleWhat Is Diamond Fluorescence? Everything you need to glow!
Diamond Fluorescence from GIAOf all the amazing features of a diamond, I think one of the coolest is its ability to glow under a UV light. The phenomenon, called fluorescence, doesn’t occur in all...
View ArticleEverything You Need to Know About Black Diamonds
Raw Claw Engagement Ringwith a Black Rose-Cut DiamondTake one look at a black diamond and it’s immediately clear why it’s is so popular these days. It’s sparkly, dramatic, sexy. In short, it’s a...
View ArticleDiamonds for Dummies
Basic Diamond Education in 5 Minutes or Less Lisa Krikawa Diamond shopping got'ya down? Fear no longer! You are five minutes away from knowing almost everything you need to know about diamonds....
View Article8 Hot Jewelry Trends in 2015
Image Credit: Professional JewelerEvery year in June, the who’s who of the jewelry industry descend upon Las Vegas for the international convention JCK. Besides walking the floor and feeling like I’ve...
View ArticleFancy Colored Diamonds 411
Want a Fancy Colored Diamond? Then Read This!Natural Fancy Color DiamondsImage Source: NCDIAJenny McCarthy. Carrie Underwood. Jennifer Lopez. Kelly Clarkson. The list of celebrities who have rocked...
View ArticleA Beginner’s Guide to Designing with Fancy Colored Diamonds
Have your heart set on a fancy colored diamond (FCD)? We don’t blame you. With their array of eye-catching shades, these beauties add a pop of color and a quirky-cool edge to your jewelry. Just like...
View ArticleWhat Size Diamond is Right for your Hand?
Diamond engagement rings are simply not “one-size-fits-all” and when you are shopping for yourself or a lover, keep these handy tips in mind for choosing the right stone. At first, this question might...
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