If you’ve been reading our posts, you already know diamonds are as diverse as nature’s artistic talents. The first instinctive image to come to mind when we dream of diamonds is the transparent, clear, light-infused type of stone. Hardly anyone ever chooses the purple diamond from the spectrum. And yet, here it is. You might […]
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Ownership of the Kohinoor diamond comes at a cost. A curse accompanies the stone. From the moment it’s released from the hard, dull rock to the last polish that would render it worthy of the crown of the most powerful ruler of colonial times: the queen of an island. “He who owns this diamond will
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Rarity is the podium on which diamonds rise above other precious stones, but not the only factor to determine their value. Buying a stone is an exciting and considerable investment, but never an easy task. On top of a jeweler’s loupe, a diamond quality chart is the next best tool to help you measure the
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Hoop earrings say ‘funky disco with the Spice Girls in the 90’s’. Diamond hoop earrings turn the style notch up a few carats. They add just the right amount of sophistication and glamorous sway to polish some manners into a traditionally devil-may-care, bad-girl accessory. Diamond Hoop Earrings: How to Style Hoops have been around forever
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When it was first discovered, the Cullinan diamond was a Goliath among diamonds. Weighing in at over 3,106 carats, or a whopping 621.35 grams, this rough gem tipped the scales of previous knowledge about the underground world of diamonds. It’s understandable then how, overwhelmed by the sheer size of the stone and the difficulty of
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‘Flawless 100 carat diamond sells for whopping $22 million!’ This title rocked the online media on a Tuesday night in the spring of 2015. It’s comforting to know some things never change. Ever since man first discovered how to cut, polish and wear gemstones that shined at him from the depths of the ground, diamonds
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Studies have shown that diamond eternity rings are among the top three most popular jewelry items. Some couples follow a certain path when it comes to commitment rings. First, there is the engagement ring. Then, the two lovers wear wedding rings as symbols of their emotional connection. Finally, if their relationship lasts, they will pass
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Diamonds were always being promoted as something unique and an extremely special gift. From actresses to singers, many people favored diamonds while acting on stage. Being so popular, people came up with many different diamond quotes over the years such as “diamonds are forever”. We all know the popular Marilyn Monroe’s song “Diamonds are a
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Diamond jewelry are beautiful, long-lasting gifts. Nowadays, among the most popular accessories are pear shaped diamond rings. Every woman would be happy to receive one, especially as an engagement proposition. However, it is true that other things such as pear shaped earrings or necklaces are also a big hit on the gem’s market. What to
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Blood diamonds in Africa are a controversial subject especially because of the violence acts surrounding them. During the years, people have given them more than just one name to emphasize the negative consequences African diamond trade. What Are Blood Diamonds? War diamonds have received their name because they are being mined in war or conflict
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