Diamond uses outside of jewelry are growing more than ever. They're not just mined to wear anymore. We might be old fashioned because we still believe that the best place for a diamond IS on your finger, your wrist, your ear or your neck. In light of the fact that we can have some humor about this, we've highlighted some of the craziest … [Read more...]
How Much is Your Estate Jewelry Worth
Ever wondered how much your estate jewelry is worth? We often have visitors that bring bags full of left behind jewelry from loved ones. Sometimes they've nostalgically hung on to these pieces for years. Other times it's due to finding these estate treasures while decluttering storage spaces and closets. Lately, we've seen an influx of … [Read more...]
The History of the Rose Cut Diamond
Antique Engagement Rings – Why Vintage is Making a Comeback
We've always loved antique engagement rings, and more couples have been taking notice for awhile now. Requests for antique or vintage style jewelry have skyrocketed over the past few years. Sure, we can easily design and craft a vintage inspired ring that looks exactly like it came from the Victorian Era or from the Edwardian period. But we live … [Read more...]
10 Reasons to Consider a Sapphire Engagement Ring
Diamonds are still the most popular choice for engagement rings, but lately more and more grooms are going a more non-traditional route. Enter the sapphire engagement ring. We've specialized in diamonds for decades now, but we do carry some absolutely stunning sapphires. We get REALLY excited when customers come in to look at our sapphires instead … [Read more...]
Celebrity Engagement Style: Cynthia Bailey and Mike Hill
Former model Cynthia Bailey and sportscaster Mike Hill were engaged last month, and you don't want to miss all the blingy $85,000 details. The Couple Cynthia Bailey is a former Paris, Milan, and NYC model, but most recently jointed the Real Housewives of Atlanta show. The show originally featured her relationship with club owner Peter … [Read more...]
Natural Diamonds vs Lab Grown: Why Natural Always Wins
In the natural diamonds vs lab grown debate, we ALWAYS choose natural. Hands down. No question. Don't even think about it. A lab grown diamond is the jewelry industry's "Impossible Whopper." In case you're not familiar, the 'Impossible Whopper' is Burger King's meatless burger. It looks like medium-well cooked beef. It tastes similarly to … [Read more...]
A Comparison of Round and Oval Cut Diamonds
Round and oval cut diamonds share several common key features, and they happen to be two of the most popular diamond shapes for engagement rings right now. But you may not realize how different these two diamond cuts actually are. Round brilliant cuts have always been a favorite for engagement rings, but we've seen the demand for oval cuts … [Read more...]
History of the Crisscut Diamond
You're familiar with emerald, cushion, and asscher cuts, but let us introduce the Crisscut diamond. The Crisscut diamond style is relatively new and sometimes difficult to find. Its unique cut and striking brilliance make them easy to identify. Unlike traditional cuts, the Crisscut gives the illusion of a larger, whiter, and brighter … [Read more...]
A Comparison of Cushion and Radiant Cut Diamonds
Our most popular diamond cut of all time is the classic round brilliant cut, but we’re seeing more and more future brides opting for less common diamond engagement ring shapes. The cushion cut and radiant cut are both having a moment in the spotlight. At first glance, these two cuts seem to have similar features, but actually there are several … [Read more...]
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