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Category Archives: Diamond Tidbits
What’s The Center Stone?
This interesting Harry Winston diamond brooch actually holds a 44.03 carat polished spherical diamond in the center. Although the diamond is not gem quality, the special polished spherical shape makes this diamond jewelry piece unique. While diamonds normally have adamantine … Continue reading
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A planet made of diamond?
Wow, how exciting. Scientists have discovered a new planet made of diamond, sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? Apparently because the new planet is so dense and consists largely of carbon, scientists figure the carbon must be in … Continue reading
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Affordable Diamond Alternatives
So many of our customers are either green-minded, budget conscious or conflict-conscious and no amount of pursuasion will change their minds…they simply do not want a diamond as the center stone in their engagement ring. For this reason, we’ve prepared … Continue reading
4 Cs of Diamond Grading
It is extremely important to use a reputable grading system when communicating diamond grades in terms of Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat Weight. While there are a variety of different labs out there, I believe in the integrity of the … Continue reading
Diamond Density
Which weighs more: A 7mm round diamond or a 7mm round blue sapphire? Believe it or not, gemstones and diamonds have different densities, so while two stones may have the same physical size, they don’t weigh the same. It’s like … Continue reading
Diamond’s Durability: Stability
Stability is a measure of how well a stone withstands temperature changes and chemical exposure. Diamond is considered very stable. Diamond is invulnerable to virtually all acids and it can withstand considerable heat. However, diamond can burn starting at about … Continue reading
Diamond’s Durability: Hardness
How durable is a diamond? Many of you know that diamond is the hardest gemstone known to man, so you would instantly answer that diamond is extremely durable. But the durability of diamonds as well as other gemstones is measured … Continue reading
Diamond As An Anniversary Gift
Diamond is not only the birthstone for April and the standard engagement ring center stone, it is the suggested anniversary gift for the 10th and 60th wedding anniversaries. As an annivarsary gift, diamond is believed to inspire loyalty, arouse romance … Continue reading
The Evolution of Engagement Rings
Did you know: Diamonds haven’t always been the center stone of choice in engagement rings. In fact, up until the 1940s colored stones commonly adorned the center of engagement rings, like this pink sapphire engagement ring. But thanks to a … Continue reading
Diamond’s History, Part II
As I mentioned in my previous post, experts believe the diamonds we see today were delivered to the earth some 2.5 billion and 20 million years ago. As such, diamonds have been known to man throughout civilizations. It is believed … Continue reading
Diamond’s History, Part I
Diamond is the birthstone for April and the most popular precious stone. Although I’m more of a colored stone gal myself, I enjoy writing about diamonds because there’s so much information to give. The history of diamonds begins millions of … Continue reading
This Week In Gem History: Largest Diamond Discovered
This week in 1905, at the Premier Mine in Pretoria, South Africa, a 3,106-carat diamond was discovered during a routine inspection by the mine’s superintendent. Weighing 1.33 pounds, and christened the “Cullinan,” it was the largest diamond ever found. Frederick … Continue reading
Lab-Grown Diamonds More Green Than Natural
My last few posts have discussed diamond alternatives for the green-minded and conflict-conscious. In my research, I came across a recent article regarding the environmental impact of lab-grown diamonds vs. natural mined diamonds. This interesting article from the Stanford Alumni … Continue reading
Convincing Lab-Grown Pink Diamonds
The following is an article released today on National Jeweler Network’s Daily News concerning the challenges of identification separations between lab-grown pink-to-red diamonds vs. natural color-treated pink-to-red diamonds. I think it’s fascinating and it just shows how much technology has … Continue reading
So are they real or are they fake?
I’m always amazed at how many jewelers don’t know much about lab grown stones. With so many consumers becoming green-minded and conflict-minded, you’d think they’d make a better effort to become informed. Yesterday, I had a jeweler call to purchase … Continue reading
Amazing Diamond Journey
In honor of April being diamond birthstone month, I wanted to dedicate this month to diamond-related tidbits. I have a whole new appreciation for diamonds after learning many years ago how diamonds came to be. Diamonds aren’t formed in mountains … Continue reading
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Beware of Bogus Diamond Grading Labs
I recently discovered a website offering beautiful gemstone and diamond jewelry pieces. One in particular was a “champagne” diamond ring. The color of the diamond was largely attributed to reflections off the bright yellow gold head in which it was … Continue reading
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Diamonds: To Certify or Not To Certify
There’s an upsurge of articles urging consumers to avoid buying diamonds UNLESS they come with diamond grading certificates from a reputable diamond lab. While I do agree with the general concept of this there are some problems with this blanket … Continue reading
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Diamond Simulants: Fakes and Frauds
If you’re in the market for a real lab-grown diamond, beware of tricky wording leading you to believe some diamond simulants are actually real lab-grown diamonds. The confusion lies in the terminology. Synthetic diamonds are REAL diamonds grown in a … Continue reading
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Diamond Engagement Rings: Historical Fact
Did you know: Diamonds became the center stone of choice in engagement rings after De Beers introduced its famous slogan “A Diamond Is Forever” in 1948. Today that trend is slowly changing back to incorporating more colored stones into engagement … Continue reading
