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When you put on a piece of jewelry, you probably focus on how it looks with your outfit or what it says about your style. Perhaps some jewelry pieces have sentimental value to you, such as a ring passed down from your grandmother. While jewelry has always been a way to adorn the body, it […]

Today, the least expensive cultured pearl products rival the quality of the most expensive natural pearls ever found in jewelry. Brides particularly love wearing pearls on their wedding day as they create the perfect accent to complement their bridal gowns and wedding dresses. Pearls are an organic gem, created when an oyster covers a foreign

Enter The Realm Of The June Birthstone Trio! Those born in the month of June have three very unique and exquisite gems as their birthstone; Pearl, Alexandrite and Moonstone. Each gem complements and enhances the nature of the June- born in various ways with its distinctive qualities. June Birthstone Meaning, Significance and Symbolism Alexandrite is

How do I properly store my jewelry? Having a collection of beautiful high quality jewelry is a point of pride and joy. Your jewelry will have wonderful sentimental meaning to you as well as exquisite beauty. Your engagement ring, your grandmother’s bracelet, and the necklace your husband gave you for Christmas; they all have a

HOW TO PRESERVE THE PRICELESS BEAUTY OF YOUR FINE JEWELRY Fine jewelry is an investment we make for the present and the future. While our beloved pieces had a price tag at one point, as we wear and cherish them over the years, our fine jewelry becomes priceless and therefore all the more worthy of

About Emerald – History and Introduction Emerald is the most precious stone in the beryl group. The name comes from the old French word ‘esmeralde’, which was derived from the Greek word ‘smaragdos’ meaning ‘green stone’. By definition, emerald is any medium to dark green beryl colored by chromium. Green beryl colored only by vanadium

“White gold” is the name given to the alloy formed when gold is mixed with metals like silver, nickel and palladium. It became fashionable during the 1920s as a substitute for the more expensive platinum. It is usually of 9, 14 or 18 carats, but it can come in other grades also. While 18 carat

The world of Gemstones is an exciting place, as each polished rock unleashes vibrant colours of meaning to its wearer. So what do these stunning colourful gemstones mean? Is it just a colour that looks nice for a certain item of clothing? We took a closer look at each stone to give you an idea

If you are in the market to buy a diamond for you or a loved one, it is important that you learn the jargon and the traits that make a diamond valuable.  There are many diamonds out there and many kinds of dealers.  Below you will find elements to determine the right diamond for you