This week, we’ve covered each of the 4 C’s. It’s a little known, but important fact, however, that there are 5 C’s. The last one that most people don’t bother with is Certificate. And it doesn’t impact a diamond’s appearance like the other 4 C’s, but you can bet your bottom dollar it affects a…
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This week, we’ve been focusing on the 4 C’s you need to know to get a great deal on a diamond. So far, we’ve covered diamond Clarity Grades, Cut Grades, and carat weight. Today, I’ll be explaining diamond Color grades. Diamonds come in a large variety of colors, some rarer and more valuable than others…
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Alright, we’ve already covered diamond carats and diamond cut, today we’re back with everything you need to know about diamond clarity. Diamond Clarity is determined by the presence or absence of flaws in or on the diamond. The rarest of diamonds have perfect clarity, and are internally and externally flawless. The majority of diamond have some degree of…
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Yesterday, we talked all about diamond carat weights, and how to use the scale to get the best deal on a diamond using this price factor. Today we’re diving into everything you need to know about diamond cut. And while most people thing carat weight is the most important of the 4 C’s, we argue…
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When people think about diamonds, the first thing that usually comes to mind is “How many carats?” But you know, as someone well versed in our 4 C’s, that carat weight is only one factor that determines a diamond’s beauty and value. Each of the 4 C’s work together to determine a diamonds’ price and…
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There are certain items that are a great bargain at various times in the year. TV’s in February. Mattresses in May. Suits in June. But a little known fact is that summer time is one of the best times of the year to buy an engagement ring. Granted, we think that any time is a…
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Using brighter tones with calmer tones of aquamarine creates a cooling effect. Jewelry can contrast to add a touch of heat, or blend using a more vibrant shade of the same color. Maybe you think you do not have the skill to put a sensational summer look together? Using three different styles from this 2015 Summer Fashion collection,…
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New design trends in jewelry continue to impact the fine jewelry industry, or is Couture re-inventing vintage designs? Even our lust for Swarovski crystals is moving them from couture to exquisite fine jewelry designers. The jewelry fashion world hubs, like Dubai, are celebrating sensation Farah Khan, an Indian jewelry designer who features bold gemstones paired with…
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We’ve seen some pretty incredible pieces of jewelry in our day. With the many jewelry shows we attend and our obsession with following the best of the industry on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook, we see stunning jewelry every single day. And that’s before we even take a peek into any of our own showcases! And…
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Bypass rings, a style that has the two shanks of a ring crossing over one another, rather than meeting to complete the circle, are one of our favorite styles. This edgy twist on a ring is a gorgeous way to show of stones and unique architectural designs. The bypass ring, far from a modern trend,…
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Who doesn’t love an emerald cut engagement ring? They’re pristine, elegant, and always classic with those bold step cuts and perfectly crisp corners. Emerald cuts also typically necessitate superior cut and quality grades, so they’re some of the most appealing diamonds on the market. And some of the world’s most famous and expensive diamonds are…
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Today’s engagement ring eye candy has us squealing in delight. If diamonds are a girl’s best friend, then pink diamonds are the girly girl’s BFF. And you’ll never guess who happened to scoop up a pretty parcel of pink diamonds (ok, it’s us!) We adore these gorgeous fancy colored diamonds, and their perfect enhanced by…
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With cases and cases full of the most beautiful engagement rings Boca Raton has to offer, we fall in love on a daily basis. Round brilliant, pear shaped, emerald cuts and radiants compete for our affection constantly, but a steady stream of new diamonds (because we buy engagement rings) means we never have to officially pick…
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The purchase of diamond jewelry often not only marks a great milestone in life, but also represents one of the larger financial outlays most people will make for a single item. It makes sense that most purchasers of diamonds would like to know exactly what they are getting. While a diamond may appear beautiful enough…
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Whether you are looking for the perfect engagement ring or you are simply searching for a new set of diamond earrings, it is a good idea to know the difference between the most popular diamond cuts out there. There literally are dozens of different available cuts, but these 10 cuts are the ones that are…
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