Great news! The Renato watch company is about to release its diamond pave (on the dial) Wildebeast in mid-November. This watch will consist of 6 carats of g-color, vs-clarity diamonds on the dial (underneath the crystal) as well as on…
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Anyone can learn to use a loupe in just one minute. Finding Your Dominant Eye One eye is your dominant eye. Usually, if you are right handed, your right eye is dominant and if you are left handed, your left…
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As a young girl I can remember fond memories of Barbie, Strawberry Shortcake and the ever popular Hello Kitty. In recent years my favorite animation has made an explosive return in popularity. These days you can find all kinds of…
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One of the most popular gifts given to a woman for holidays and birthdays is a piece of fine jewelry. Of course, fine jewelry is everlasting and if you are one of the fortunate to receive a piece of fine…
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You are out for dinner with friends one evening. You are dressed up and you look wonderful. As you make small talk with your friends, everyone oohs and aahs at how clever and witty you are. They are eating up…
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Have you ever gone through your turquoise jewelry and noticed that it looks a bit…blah? You’re not sure how it happened, but it looks like someone’s sticky-fingered toddler got ahold of it and dubbed it their new play thing. Well,…
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Is her birthday coming up or some other special occasion? Have you decided a watch is the way to go? Are you stumped as to what kind of watch to get her? Well, let’s ask ourselves a few questions.First, decide…
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New diamond owners may wonder how to properly care for their diamonds. Cleaning and proper care help protect the beauty of your investment. While diamonds are created in unbelievably unique conditions and are remarkably resilient, this natural wonder still needs…
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As a former employee of Target, I know the story well. You have a favorite watch that has slowly been losing time over the past few weeks. Reluctant to take it to a jeweler, you decide to simply take it…
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Choosing an engagement ring is an important and long-lasting decision: it will be worn forever, hopefully. Picking the perfect stone for the ring may not be easy, but knowing what to look for will help before visiting the store. The…
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My daughter is the expert on vintage jewelry. We’ve gone through my rather large jewelry collection several times, looking for signed pieces. The signature is the name stamped into the back of the piece. I had no idea I had…
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You’ve invested countless hours poring over the 4 C’s of diamonds, scrutinizing stones and settings while salespeople tremble in anticipation. You’ve compared prices and certifications and have finally arrived at the moment of glory when you will courageously hand over…
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The advent of digital jewellery has revolutionised the jewellery business by making it more than just a fashion accessory, and in the near future we could all be wearing it as a vital means of communication. Mobile phones may have…
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Ask anyone and they can tell you that diamonds are among the most highly valued objects on earth and many of them intuitively grasp the basic elements creating that value including eternal beauty, natural rarity, and the emotional value. Other…
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When a marriage is over, the ring a reminder of not just bad times, but of the time you spent with your husband, perhaps putting a family together, and progressing through life. Remember that wonderful feeling that you felt when…
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The regal topaz is known for its mysterious beauty. Traditionally topaz is a lovely bright golden yellow jewel. Topaz jewels may also be clear, white, yellow to orange, pink, blue and silver. Topaz is an aluminum silicate fluoride hydroxide. Topaz…
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The electronic diamond tester is the latest gadget for testing of gemstones. Every gemstone enthusiast or gem dealer should have one. But what is it and how does it work? What are its capabilities? By name it suggests that by…
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A perfect vampire like look cannot be obtained without wearing proper vampire jewelry. Gothic jewelry is the most sought after, as the themes are obviously a perfect match. Accessorizing your vampire outfit with the proper vampire jewelry will create a…
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Peridot gemstones display unusual green colors that seem otherworldly. The bright peridot stones are yellowish green to dark lime green and sometimes bright apple green. One difference between peridot stones and other green stones is their yellowish tint. Peridot is…
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While many women love the romantic idea of taking matters into their own hands and presenting their boyfriends with an engagement ring, this well intentioned act does not often go as planned. In the best case scenario, the boyfriend begrudgingly agrees…
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There are many reasons why someone decides to sell a diamond. While an emotional decision for some, others reach the decision to sell a diamond easily. Selling a diamond in Massachusetts requires time and research to ensure you receive the…
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Rubies are regal red jewels. The ruby is a red form of corundum. Rubies are red in color and sometimes transparent or translucent. The name ruby is based on rubeus, a Latin word for red. Rubies are hard stones with a 9…
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For many years the classic diamond setting, commonly referred to as the “Tiffany” style setting, was considered the most appropriate engagement ring setting. This classic setting is recognized by a single diamond set on a plain gold or platinum band. It…
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Receiving a piece of jewelry as part of your inheritance can create mixed emotions within the receiver. Loved ones choose to leave their jewelry to friends and family for various reasons. While sometimes we learn what those reasons are, you…
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Valentine’s Day falls on the 14th of February and is traditionally a day of love and romance. Valentine’s Day is dedicated to the patron saint of romantic causes, St Valentine. It is celebrated by lovers, partners, newly-weds, couples with romantic…
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I think all of my jewelry pieces are essential, because as Sonja Henie said, “Jewelry takes people’s minds off your wrinkles.” But if I could have only a few pieces of jewelry they would include a really good quality watch,…
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Handcrafted artisan jewelry, in general, is always going to be better than mass produced fashion jewelry, or even retail jewelry store jewelry. There is such a wide range of jewelry artisans out there, who make simple low cost beaded necklaces,…
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I was wearing a bright yellow sun dress. The skirt was to my knees and the neckline sat in the perfect cut for a necklace. But what kind? I sat and pondered it and eventually decided to go look through…
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Diamonds are known to be a girl’s best friend. But how do you determine whether you are purchasing a diamond of the best quality? One way is to evalute the diamond’s clarity. It is rare to find a diamond that…
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Opal: Natural vs. Lab: Is It Real or Fake? Originally stemming from the Sanskrit word “upalas” (meaning stone, jewel), then the Greek word “opallios” (meaning to see a change of color), the term we are familiar with today, “Opal”, has…
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