Comparing Diamonds? Comparing is the only true way of finding the best diamond for the best price. Putting them side by side, seeing their light interaction, seeing all the specifications, seeing the price… It’s a [Read More…]
Unique inclusions: Inclusions come in all different shapes, sizes and colors. Some are more obvious than others like big carbon spots, chips, cracks or fractures. Some of these inclusions are black in color and some [Read More…]
Wraps, jackets and what? Wraps, jackets and inserts are all names for different styles of wedding rings. These rings are specifically made to fit up against a diamond solitaire ring, like the Tiffany style engagement [Read More…]
What size? Guys ask this question almost daily: “How big of a diamond should I buy?” It’s a great question that’s not easy to answer. I usually respond with: “How much money do you have?” [Read More…]
You lucky April babies. You get the prize! Out of all the gemstones in the world that could have been associated with April, you get the king of gems: diamond. Legend says that priests wore [Read More…]
Carat weight sounds simple… All you have to do is buy a one carat diamond, right? Well, carat weight is a lot more than just some standard weights and measures. There are carats and carat [Read More…]
Vroooom! Wouldn’t it be nice to test drive a diamond? Take it for a spin? Well, in a way you can. You see, taking a diamond for a spin is a visual attribute. You get [Read More…]
Extra extra… Extra facets sometimes get confused with diamonds with extra facets… See, I told you it was confusing. :) There are 2 types of extra faceted diamonds. 1) Diamonds that are specially cut with [Read More…]
Let’s talk About cut. The cut of a diamond is so crucial to the overall beauty of a diamond. In fact, it’s the most important. Cut is vital. It makes a huge impact on brilliance, [Read More…]
The first thing you should know about diamonds may be surprising. It’s not the quality. It’s not the 4C’s, cut, color, clarity and carat weight. It’s not even the certification or price. It’s this fact: [Read More…]
Confident or NO? How confident is your jewelry salesperson? Think about the last time you went to a jewelry store. Think about the interaction you had with the salesperson. Were they confident? Did they know [Read More…]
He bought you WHAT? Did your boyfriend buy you a bad looking diamond? I feel sorry for you. I do. But I see it all the time… Girls will come into the jewelry store and [Read More…]