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Book Release: Engagement Ring Guide for Men

December 9, 2019 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

We are so excited to announce the release of our book dedicated to teaching you everything that you will need in order to get your engagement ring. Click here to buy this book directly from Amazon. Or click here to buy it from Barnes and Noble. The book was written by Michael Khordipour, Afshin Shaddaie, and Benjamin Khordipour from Estate Diamond Jewelry. About the Book The book was created for the purpose of educating people…

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Heirloom Engagement Ring Etiquette

November 27, 2019 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

Without a doubt, an heirloom engagement ring has a lot of sentimental value. The ring is a constant reminder of a family history that’s filled with love, belonging, and commitment. It’s no surprise, therefore, that many grooms choose an heirloom engagement ring to show they’re ready for “till death do us part”. However, sharing this piece of jewelry isn’t without its challenges. One of the main questions is how to ask the family for the…

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How to Buy an Engagement Ring Online?

November 26, 2019 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

How to Search for an Engagement Ring Online? Engagement Ring: Online vs. Store Understanding Certifications Establishing a Budget Overview of the 4C’s How to Get a Good Deal Comparative Shopping Is it Safe to Buy Ring Online? How Online Financing and Layaway Programs Work? Tips for Buying Engagement Ring Online Congratulations, the time has come to seek out the perfect ring and ask your significant other to tie the knot. Yes, the excitement and anticipation…

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A Collection of Jewelry Quotes

November 14, 2019 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

Jewelry is one of the highest forms of art, and due to its elusive nature, it generates a lot of thought and expression. Many of the famous voices have weighed in on jewelry. Here is a collection of our favorite quotes that relate to jewelry. Feel free to add more in the comments below. If we like it, we will add it. Please make sure that you provide a reliable source (in addition to the…

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Who Pays For The Engagement Ring?

November 13, 2019 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

Ask a traditionalist who pays for the ring, and they likely will probably look at you with contempt. There’s absolutely no shame in sticking to the opinion that the man buys the engagement ring, and makes a formal proposal, of course. But ask many modern couples, however, and the answer may be very different. But the buying of an engagement ring is neither the start nor the finish of the engagement process. What was a…

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Who Has Legal Right to the Engagement Ring in the Case of Divorce?

October 26, 2019 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

If things don’t work out, the courteous thing to do would be not even to mention the engagement ring in a divorce settlement. However, the husband may want to deprive the soon-to-be-ex of all the reminders of a failed marriage. But does he have the legal right to do it? The answer to this question is not an outright yes or no, and it may depend on the circumstances that lead to the divorce. The…

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Micro-Story Writing Competition

September 8, 2019 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

Jewelry and writing seem to be a perfect fit. But we want there to be a twist. The entire story needs to be told within 3 sentences. Prizes In addition to winning prizes we will also showcase your writing in front of our social media fans. We have, to date, over 150k social media followers. First Prize: $300 and showcase on our EDJ blog and social media Second Prize: $100 and showcase on our EDJ…

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The Complete History of Cartier

August 5, 2019 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

The great fashion and jewelry design houses, Cartier included, weren’t always big multinational affairs. Almost all of them, in fact, started with one man and a set of skills that would create history. The vast majority of the great names in jewelry have their origins in the training rooms of the master craftsmen who went before them. The natural ability they already had was developed, honed and perfected, until they were among the very best…

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Top Places To Propose in Houston

July 8, 2019 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

Houston is located on the Gulf of Mexico. The city area does not sit on the bay, itself, but the metropolitan area extends down to Galveston, right on the seafront. This gives the city a climate which is subtropical, with hot summers and pleasantly mild winters. As a result, it is an excellent place for wedding proposals. The city also gets occasional cold snaps in winter, and snow is not unknown. So get ready to…

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The Guide to M Color Diamonds

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The diamond industry can be a little confusing, at times, and the M color diamond is no exception. Dealers will insist that the whiter a diamond is, the better it is. Although that may be absolutely correct, in a technical sense, “better” is a very subjective word. For something which varies enormously in color and size from example to example, what is better for one person may be not so good for another. Diamonds usually…

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Complete Guide To Custom Building Your Engagement Ring

June 11, 2019 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

Written by Benjamin Khordipour The days of having to buy the limited selection that jewelry stores try to sell you are long gone. Aside from the increasingly large range of antique and vintage rings now available, modern manufacturing methods mean nothing is out of reach. Whether your taste in engagement rings is classic or ultra-contemporary, finding a custom ring has never been easier. But what if you can’t find that ring that has just that…

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How to Buy a Sapphire Engagement Ring

May 15, 2019 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

Written by Benjamin Khordipour Here’s the EDJ guide on how to buy a Sapphire Engagement Ring in 2022. If you have any questions, please feel free to drop us questions in the comments below. Sapphires in History Sapphire vs Diamond in Engagement Rings Finding the Best Sapphire Sapphire Cuts and Shapes Sapphire Engagement Ring Styles Alternative Sapphire Colors Treatments to Improve Color Sapphire Ring Care Buy a Sapphire Engagement Ring Thanks to some brilliantly inventive…

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British Royal Family Engagement Rings

March 5, 2019 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

Several European countries still have a monarchy. Most now fulfill little more than a ceremonial role, with no direct influence over their country or its laws. For centuries, these crown heads of state have commissioned the world’s finest jewelers to create rings, necklaces, and even crowns. At the very top of these regal families, of course, is the British Royal Family. The Crown Jewels contain some of the very best diamonds, sapphires, and rubies that…

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Guys Guide: What Style Ring Will She Want?

February 4, 2019 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

You’ve decided it’s time to make your relationship a little more formal. Or a lot more, actually. You’ve decided the time is right to propose. You have all the ideas in your head about the hows and the wheres, but what about the ring? It’s a big enough step, buying an engagement ring. It’s a huge step if you plan to go it alone for a surprise proposal. Determining Her Ring Style Being clever and…

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