Choosing between diamond setting types probably isn't at the top of your engagement ring priority list. However, it should warrant serious consideration, because a diamond setting can majorly enhance or change the look of a ring. Today we'll look at several different diamond setting types to help you craft the perfect ring. What are Diamond … [Read more...]
White Gold Vs Platinum (What’s the Difference?)
Crafting the perfect engagement ring is hard, but you'd think choosing between white gold vs. platinum would be the easy part. Most customers don't know the difference, so we're here to help answer all your questions on which metal is best. White gold and platinum look similar, but there are key differences to be aware of. First and perhaps most … [Read more...]
Should You Finance a Diamond Engagement Ring?
Every year, we have hundreds of young men come into our store to find the perfect diamond engagement ring for their future bride. We truly believe that what we do is important. There are a lot of critics out there that say diamonds are a waste of money, but after years of seeing smiles and tears of joy from successful engagements - we respectfully … [Read more...]
9 Reasons You’re Ready to Propose
Are you starting to wonder if it's time to propose? Marriage is a serious financial and emotional decision that should never be taken lightly. Here are a few things to consider before you pop the question. 9 reasons you are ready to propose in 2016: Your finances are in order While life is about much more than money, you and your partner's finances … [Read more...]
Men’s Wedding Bands – Does The Metal Matter?
You did all the planning, picked out the perfect stone and setting, and nailed the proposal! There is going to be a lot to do before the wedding (you may get out easy on this one depending on your future wife), and there are still several purchases that will come up over the next few months. With everything that will happen - make sure you don't … [Read more...]
Avoid the Top 10 Diamond Buying Mistakes – Just Ask Jonathan
If you haven’t read The Top 10 Diamond Buying Mistakes When Buying a Diamond, go over there and read it. I’ll sit here and wait. Then, when you are done, come back over here and read about how to avoid those making those mistakes when buying a diamond. … [Read more...]
Platinum: The Other White Gold
platinumWhen it comes to picking a metal for your jewelry, we get people who think that it’s better to have platinum than gold, and then we have people who say they want gold because it’s stronger than platinum. And yet we still have people who say that they think that platinum is more expensive than gold. The truth is, and when you are thinking … [Read more...]
Is Your Cushion Modified Brilliant? – Just Ask Jonathan
I love that I am starting to get some really excellent questions on the blog that I can sink my teeth into. If you didn’t know, I am a certified gemologist with the GIA. This means that I have had extensive training to grade diamonds and colored stones. I have also been in business for over 30 years, which means that what I lack for in … [Read more...]
The Perfect Cushion Cut – Just Ask Jonathan
Amy asks Jonathan from Jonathan’s Fine Jewelers… I am researching cushion cut stones and was wondering what in your opinion was the best range was for crown angle, depth percentage, and crown height. I like the look of a rectangular cushion. … [Read more...]
Choosing The Perfect Diamond – Which One Would You Pick?
Choosing the perfect diamond is hard work. There are a ton of factors to take into consideration. You don’t just need to think about the DNA of the diamond, which is the color, clarity, cut and carat weight. You also need to look at the shape that you want and of course, there is your budget. But, that isn’t even scratching the surface … [Read more...]
