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Diamond Shopping? Why the GIA Certificate Matters

Diamond Shopping? Why the GIA Certificate Matters

What is the GIA? GIA (the Gemmological Institute of America) is an organization whose work is to research and educate about the jewellery arts and gemmology. GIA was founded in 1931, with a dedicated mission to protect everyone who buys and sells gemstones by setting certain standards (and maintaining them) that weigh up the quality …

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The Diamond Planet

The Diamond Planet

While space exploration is not yet a completely realizable venture, scientists from NASA are able to discover stars and their solar systems light years away from our own. Stars give off certain chemical signatures that can be measured by teams of researchers here on Earth. Scientists use telescopes, such as Spitzer Space Telescope, to capture …

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Five Reasons Gemesis Diamonds Might Be Right For You

Five Reasons Gemesis Diamonds Might Be Right For You

Just as each diamond is unique and beautiful, the people buying them are no different. In fact, there are no two consumers that are exactly alike and this is advantageous to both the lab diamond and mined diamond industries. What works for one person may not interest another—and that’s okay. Whether you’re buying from Gemesis …

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Diamond Shopping? Why the GIA Certificate Matters

Rethinking the Sapphire Gemstone

  This sapphire from Kashmir has an intense velvety blue color. Learning about the Sapphire Gemstone (And Why You Should Consider it Again) Whether you are an average consumer or in the jewelry industry, the sapphire gemstone is a fascinating and beautiful stone—with more than meets the eye. Today we’d like to discuss some technical …

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Morganite Rings: A Gorgeous Alternative to Pink Diamonds

  These days, colored diamonds are all the rage. From celebrities to the girl next door, we’re seeing colorful stones abounding in engagement, wedding and right-hand rings. What most people may not know is that there is a suitable diamond alternative called morganite. Keep reading to find out whether or not morganite rings are for …

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