Choosing the Perfect Cubic Zirconia Engagement Ring
Posted on May 4, 2008 | Tagged with: cost, cubic zirconia, diamonds, engagement ring, ring size, shapes, shopping, wedding, wedding ring | Leave a Comment
Author: Melanie Spark
Whether you are planning a wedding or celebrating the life that you already share with someone, choosing the perfect ring to symbolize your commitment is important. Because cubic zirconia is strong, durable and less expensive than diamonds, it is often worn as an engagement and/or wedding ring.
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Growing Diamonds?
Posted on April 25, 2008 | Tagged with: carbon, diamonds, gemstones, heat, pressure, production | Leave a Comment
Author: Gregg Hall
Aron Weingarten brings the yellow diamond up to the stainless steel jeweler’s loupe he holds against his eye. We are in Antwerp, Belgium, in Weingarten’s marbled and gilded living room on the edge of the city’s gem district, the center of the diamond universe.
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What You Need To Know Before You Buy Diamonds Online
Posted on April 22, 2008 | Tagged with: ags, carat, clarity, color, cut, diamonds, escrow, gia, grading report, purchase online, shopping, variety | Leave a Comment
Author: Gregg Hall
As with many purchases that can be made online a lot of people are cautious or even afraid of buying diamonds online. The key to buying items on the internet is to do your research prior to attempting the purchase.
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Do You Know The Important Four C’s Of Diamonds?
Posted on April 16, 2008 | Tagged with: 4cs, carat, clarity, color, cut, diamonds, flawless, flaws, shape | Leave a Comment
Author: Gregg Hall
Diamonds make a great addition to jewelry pieces. Undoubtedly, there will come a time where you will have to select the perfect diamond to compliment your piece. Many people underestimate the amount of thought and consideration that must go into purchasing a diamond. When purchasing something like diamonds, which last forever, finding one that is the right size or shape is not nearly enough. Generally, there are four C’s you should consider:
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How Diamonds Get Their Color
Posted on April 1, 2008 | Tagged with: color, colored diamonds, diamonds, flaws, heat, hope fiamond, inclusions, irradiation, natural colored diamonds, nitrogen, synthetic colored diamonds, tiffany diamond | Leave a Comment
Author: Gregg Hall
Fancy colored diamonds are all the rage these days. Gemologists have developed new ways to create versions that are affordable for the average person - by treating less desirable diamonds. These less desirable diamonds are treated with irradiation followed by intense heat. This turns brown and yellowish diamonds into beautifully colored diamonds that you can afford. This produces stunning greens, blues, yellows, reds, purples and other colors. These colors are considered permanent, but there is a possibility they could change during repairs if a high heat is used.
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