The combination of several factors (the four C’s – carat, color, cut & clarity) determines each diamond’s value. Carat refers to the weight/size of the stone. Stones are graded by color and are given designations dependent on their relation to the purest white. Diamonds come in a variety of colors, but the most popular gems[…]
Since it’s discovery in the 1660’s in India, the Hope Diamond has been cut, re-cut, stolen, and has been blamed for numerous deaths. It was originally sold to King Louis XIV of France at 112 carats. Soon after, the original seller was mauled by dogs, beginning the curse. King Louis had the stone re-cut into a[…]
So you and your girlfriend have talked about getting married, and you’ve decided you’re getting ready to propose. Yay! Congratulations! Before you get too overwhelmed about all there is to know about getting an engagement ring, read these steps to put your mind at ease. Step 1: Deciding when to propose A popular option this time of[…]
In hopes to dispel a popular myth, so everyone can all relax and enjoy wearing opal without fear, I discovered this version of why opals are often considered bad luck. Here goes… In Sir Walter Scott’s 1829 bestselling novel “Anne of Geierstein”, a strange plot twist effectively destroyed the European opal market for nearly 50 years. According to the[…]