Diamond

Emerald cut diamonds are in a class of their own- elegant, understated, and always stylish. They give a traditional and vintage feel however depending on the setting can look incredibly modern.  These are step cut as opposed to brilliantly cut like round, cushion etc...Some think that because these diamonds have fewer facets than other fancy shapes making them have no sparkle . This however is not the case- when a well cut emerald diamond catches the light it will offer a beautiful flash of light. Continue reading →

When Kim Kardashian got engaged in 2013 we swooned over her perfect 15 carat elongated cushion cut diamond set in a thin micropave band. Just because this ring set Kanye West back over a million dollars does not make this style unattainable for our customers. If you know Lauren B, then you would certainly recognize this exact setting style as our insanely popular RS-63 design. Continue reading →

The word radiant itself brings to mind the sun. It exudes brilliance and light, and that is exactly why this cut of diamond is called that. It is a unique looking cut that is very versatile because it is a combination of round brilliant, emerald, and princess cuts, making it appropriate for any style of jewelry. The radiant has the same outline shape as the emerald cut, with its trimmed corners, but is a brilliant cut, versus the emeralds step cut, so it creates the sparkle and fire of a round instead of large flashes. Continue reading →

Color vs. Clarity

Out of the 4 C’s of diamond grading (Color, Clarity, Cut, and Carat weight), color and clarity are the two that are the most apparent and detectable to the human eye.  Color refers to the amount of detectable yellow or brown tint present in a diamond. It is caused by the amount of nitrogen atoms in the structure of the diamond. Clarity refers to natural diamond inclusions, which can be crystals of other minerals, black carbon, tiny internal breaks called feathers, clouds or groups of mixed inclusion types, etc.  We will try to give you a quick refresher and what to look for and expect when selecting your center-stone

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The pressure to come up with a brilliant and clever marriage proposal is fueled by the media every day. It can make you scratch your head, falling deep into a daydream, which not everyone can afford to do considering the cost of engagement rings!! Everyone wants that special moment to be unforgettable, but asking doesn't have to be elaborate or expensive.

Here are some friendly tips that will hopefully spark some ideas for your own special “pop the question:”

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Amethyst is a purple or violet variety of quartz and is often used in jewelry. This gemstone derives its name from the Greek word “amethystos” which means not drunken, as it was used in mythology to keep its wearers sober and more aware. The ideal color of amethyst is called "Deep Siberian" and has a primary purple hue. There are also green quartz varieties which are called green amethyst. This semi-precious gemstone is largely produced and mined in various South American countries and Russia. The rich purple amethysts were a favorite of royalty, as it was a symbol of their heightened stature in society. Legend has it that amethysts can make the wearer shrewder in business dealings as well. Continue reading →