Weddings are definitely joyous but exhausting event. Aside from the basics like searching for a venue, the wedding dress, the reception and the like—one of the major considerations of countless couples who are planning to tie the knot is the their wedding ring.
Usually, most couples prefer a diamond wedding ring set because it is large […]
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Choosing a Diamond Wedding Ring Set
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Do You Know Why Some Colorless Diamonds Are More Valuable?
Thursday, November 16th, 2006Diamonds that are colorless are more valued than those that have color. In fact, diamonds that are colored are considered to be more flawed than their clearer cousins. To rate the level of a diamonds color, retailers and diamond experts use a scale that begins with the letter D, and progresses alphabetically. Why not start […]
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Did You Realize That There Are Actually Thirteen Shapes For Diamonds?
Thursday, November 16th, 2006When people talk about the cut of a diamond, they are referring to how it is shaped and polished, the way its sides, or facets, are designed, and how shallowly or deeply it has been cut. Diamond cutting styles are innumerable, but there are a great many that have been patented and among superficially similar […]
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What Do Carats And Points Mean Pertaining To Diamonds?
Thursday, November 16th, 2006It is a common mistake to think that the carat weight of a diamond is its size. Actually, carat weight is how much a diamond weighs, and while there is an increase in size for an increase in weight, the carat measure does not quantify a stone’s size. Carats are more or less equivalent to […]
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What Does Fire Mean When It Comes To Diamonds?
Thursday, November 16th, 2006If you are in a jewelry shop browsing for a gift for yourself or a loved on, or perusing jewelry ads, you may come across the word “fire” to label a diamond. What does that mean? That the diamond is hot? As fun as a magically warm diamond would be, fire used in reference to […]
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How Diamonds Are Rated According To Their Clarity And Fluorescence
Thursday, November 16th, 2006Diamonds are rated according to their clarity. Their mirror like effect makes them more valuable. However most of us find it very difficult to choose the right diamond. There are four Cs of a diamond, popularly known as cut, clarity, color and carat weight, which helps us choose the our ideal diamonds. But most of […]
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Buying A Diamond Ring As Anniversary Gift
Monday, November 13th, 2006Anniversaries are festive occasions especially for couples who have been together for such a long time. With the divorce rates skyrocketing in the country, it is a blessing to be able to hold on to a marriage for more than 10 years.
What more fitting gift for such a special event as a brilliantly cut diamond […]
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A Diamond Eternity Ring for Keeps
Monday, November 13th, 2006Synonymous with diamonds is the word “forever.” This is basically why most people—especially couples—choose this as a symbol of their affection and eternal love for their partner by putting it in a ring or any other jewelry. Unless stolen or lost, real diamonds are meant to stand the test of time and generations. No wonder […]
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Top 10 Diamond Shapes – Which Will You Choose?
Monday, November 13th, 2006Although the round diamond shape is the most popular shape of all there are many fascinating and beautiful alternatives.
Use this list to familiarize yourself with the top 10 diamond shapes before deciding to buy a diamond ring. For illustrated examples of all these shapes see the Diamond Ring Tutorial in the resource box.
Asscher
Named after the […]
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Romancing the Stone…the myth, legend and background of diamonds
Monday, November 13th, 2006From the earliest days, stories and myths about diamonds have been filled with tales of mystical power, beauty and love. Some of the legends associated with diamonds include a city of diamonds protected by snakes, and diamonds that were impervious to the hottest fires.
Throughout history, the need to possess the glittering stones caused people to […]
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