Diamonds

Unless you’re Queen Elizabeth, your diamond can always be bigger. If you like a larger look (and who doesn’t?), you should know that the carat weight of your center stone is only one factor in how big your diamond looks on the finger. Here are six ways you can make the diamond in your engagement ring punch above its weight...

One of the first things you learn about diamonds is that they are sold by weight rather than size. Carats count! Of course, most one-carat round diamonds will be pretty similar in size, although there will be variations depending on proportions. Ideal cut diamonds, which are cut for sparkle rather than size, are slightly smaller in diameter than less-brilliant “spread”...

Diamonds are among the most precious gems in the world, and this precious gem is frequently used in rings. However, having the best diamond ring alone is not enough; you have to take care of your diamonds as well.

Opals are among the most good looking and interesting gems in the world, but how much do you know about the way they are created, or why they look so different from other gemstones. If it is very little, read on to improve your knowledge about your antique opal diamond ring.

Some might say perfection is unattainable. We think diamonds come extremely close to achieving the unattainable. Exceeding amounts of heat and pressure form an outstandingly transparent diamond.  This transparency is one of the reasons it illuminates light so beautifully. Let's say you had a 10x magnifying glass in hand and took a closer look at a diamond. You'd notice the...