Miners from the Lucara Diamond Company recently unearthed this massive diamond in Botswana. Weighing in at 257 uncut carats, it’s worth its weight in—well, diamond. The rich Orapa Kimberlite Field, on the edge of the Kalahari Desert, has produced other notable diamonds. Company officials say 14 diamonds over 100 carats were found this year in…
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If you have never heard of the Kimberley Diamond it is worth a short read for the back story. The Kimberley Diamond was discovered in what is known as “The Big Hole” in South Africa, the Kimberley Diamond Mine. The Kimberley Mine is considered to be one of the first diamond mines of 19th century…
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Gold has long since dropped from the historic highs of $1500 per ounce but does that mean that the price of diamonds will be next? With most drops in the price of precious metals, the price of other precious materials does tend to fluctuate a bit. The price of diamonds however, is a rather constant…
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Today, the Supreme Court struck down the federal Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), marking a huge stride in the gay civil rights movement. It also marks a huge opportunity for couples around the US to be legally married. And those couples who live in states where same-sex marriage is legal (and will now be recognized…
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A new sports injury has been identified. Beware of the “bling blister”. It happened to Serena Williams this week during the French Open quarter finals. Just before her three-set win to beat out Svetlana Kuznetsova, the famous tennis pro had to call for her trainer. Apparently, the huge diamond ring Serena was wearing on her…
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While the most common shape of a watch’s dial is round, the unconventional personality calls for a watch of a different shape. Luxury timepiece designers have accommodated the unconventional with uniquely shaped watch dials. These watches of different shapes may be worn every day or just occasionally for a change of pace.Keep up with the…
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Feature Friday is Fashion Friday and TGIF! We’re featuring one of our favorite pieces from the showroom fashioned two ways for whatever your weekend holds. Today’s featured piece is one of our favorites – the Van Cleef and Arpels Alhambra necklace, also known as the Van Cleef and Arpels clover necklace. The Alhambra collection was…
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According to JCK Magazine, a recent diamond found in Angola is making headlines. In its rough form, the white diamond found in Angola measures in at 131.5 carats — making it larger than the famed Koh-I-Noor diamond. This impressive stone is being considered a significant find and likely indicates that there is a kimberlite source…
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When you have a diamond that you have no use for, it only makes sense to sell it. You can go into any jewelry store in the country and see how much diamond jewelry costs. However, because your diamond will likely be re-sold, you can’ expect to get the full retail for your stone. You…
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