Researchers have been taking a closer look at gemstone that was discovered in Australia. The stone itself was found in 2001, but has been the subject of scrutiny over the past few years. This is owing to the fact that it may actually be one of the oldest such stones in the world. This is…
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What is up with those old diamonds that you have kept away in the drawers? Don’t you think it’s about time you decided to sell them? That is a splendid idea as there are many diamond buyers in Boca Raton. They will be thrilled at the idea of helping you get rid of the unused…
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The discovery of two 106 CT diamonds in Lesotho, South Africa is presumably one of the most exceptional discoveries that have ever happened in time. Gem diamond, a miner based in London, made the discovery sometime towards the end of January, and reports on the description of the diamonds indicate that they are in a…
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Argyle Diamonds closed bids Oct. 2, 2013 for their coveted pink & red diamonds shown in Japan. Of the 64 newly cut diamonds, 58 are pink, three red diamonds and three blue diamonds. There are few diamond mines in the world producing red diamonds at this time, but if your love is of the intensity…
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Thank you so much, loyal blog readers and avid jewelry hunters, for hanging in there with us for the last week. We know our website’s performance has been…less than desirable. Now that we’ve hopefully banished the bugs that were making it act up, our blog is back in gear too, and we can finally catch…
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The Seahawks may have been the only team to walk away from this year’s Super Bowl with rings, but thanks to Dr. Dre, both the Seahawks and the Broncos left New Jersey with some additional bling. The rapper’s multi-million dollar company provided players on both teams with special-edition, diamond-encrusted headphones to help promote Beat’s new…
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Lulo Diamond Concession in Angola is housing some major bling! In 2012 a 131.4 carat diamond was unearthed and Lucapa Diamond Company has recently found a 95.45 ct. stone. To put this in perspective: the size of the large diamond on the average engagement ring is 1.19 ct. according to Glamour. That means that this…
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International auction house, Christie’s, is known for big ticket items. Even so, the amount Christie’s sold last year in 2013 raised more than a few eyebrows with a new record. Christie’s surpassed all previous sales records, selling a whopping $678.3 million in jewelry sales. Diamonds (and Gemstones) Are a Girl’s Best Friend Demand for gemstones is…
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The Gemological Institute of America (or GIA) has now created technology that will help it detect synthetic diamonds. This is great news for you, the shopper, as it helps protect you from fake diamonds sold at authentic diamond prices. Curious as to what a ‘synthetic’ diamond is? These are basically laboratory created diamonds or diamonds…
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Whether it’s your special-occasion sparkles or your signature everyday pieces, your jewelry only looks as good as the care you give it. Gold, pearls, gems and stones all require special attention. A little jewelry care know-how will keep your pieces looking dazzling for decades. 1. Store beaded strands flat: Displaying jewelry when it’s not…
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Well, that was a let down. On a red carpet famed for ensembles like J. Lo’s green dress, Beyonce’s green Lorraine Schwartz emeralds, and Macklemore in general, such sparse outrageousness left the Jewelerati wanting. The grills were few and far between (and on Madonna, to add insult to injury). The abundant studs and bare necks…
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Forbes Magazine has listed the beautiful booming Boca Raton as a community with some of the most extravagant and expensive gated communities in the whole United States. You know if the owners can afford to live in this lavish beyond Beverly Hills style then their jewelry must be in a word, fab! We here at…
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The jewelry industry is changing. Diamonds are now being valued by jewelers in a similar fashion as valuing gold. If you have old diamonds and gold, now is the perfect time to sell it. If you have invested in diamonds before, now is the time to earn the returns you have hoped for. Worldwide interest…
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Some people mine for diamonds their entire lives in hopes of coming across that special gem. While some of them make more than a few diamond discoveries, rarely is there anyone who mines a 29.6-carat blue diamond worth tens of millions of dollars. Buts that’s exactly what happened in South Africa. London-listed Petra Diamonds discovered…
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New mom, royal beauty, and fashion icon Princess Kate graces the covers of endless celebrity gossip and fashion magazines. The world waits to see what she wears each time she steps out the door and the pieces she chooses sell out nearly immediately. But, if you were expecting the fashion-loving princess to don sparkling tiaras…
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