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The Fascinating History of Elizabeth Taylor’s Engagement Ring

July 30, 2018 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

Elizabeth Taylor was famous for many things. An acclaimed actress who had parts in many major TV shows and movies, her name is known worldwide. But it’s not just for her acting that she is well known. As well as collecting movie roles, Taylor also collected jewelry. She didn’t actually buy much of it, however. Instead, the men she dated, and sometimes married, just kept buying it for her. And it wasn’t just any old…

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Guide To Marquise Diamonds

July 25, 2018 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

The term “marquise” isn’t one we hear a lot in today’s diamond world. We do hear terms like the football, boat, eye, and navette all of which, collectively make up the family of marquise cuts. The Origins of the Marquise Cut Despite its relative lack of use compared to more popular modern cuts, the marquise has been around a long time. Unusually, though, for diamond cut types, it isn’t named for any actual corresponding shape.…

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Triple Excellent Diamonds

July 23, 2018 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

Although not a term which is used in everyday life by the general public, those with an interest in diamonds will use the phrase “triple excellent” when talking about certain diamonds. Triple excellent is also known as Triple X. But what exactly is triple excellent? Beyond The 4 Cs By now, most people are at least aware of the 4 Cs of diamond grading. Cut, clarity, color, and carat weight are the fundamental elements of…

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How to Use Engagement Ring Wishlist Extension

July 17, 2018 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

Estate Diamond Jewelry is excited to present our latest initiative to help people find their dream rings. This initiative is called the Engagement Ring Wish List Extension. The Objective of Wish List Download the Extension How to Use this Extension Feedback The Objective of the Engagement Ring Wish List The objective of this extension is to streamline the journey of finding an engagement ring. There are a number of obstacles that women face during their…

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What are VVS Diamonds?

July 12, 2018 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

Diamonds are all graded on the relative quality in 4 categories, Clarity, Color, Cut and Carat weight. These 4Cs are used worldwide when appraising diamonds, and each is given a rating on a well-defined scale. VVS represents a score of the clarity of a diamonds. Clarity is a measure of how clear or “clean” an individual diamond is. It is unaffected by the color of the stone, and simply measures the level of flaws and…

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Scavenger Hunt Proposal Tips

July 9, 2018 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

Scavenger hunts proposals are beautifully simple. At least they are if you’re a participant. If you’re a planner, they can be terrifying. Not the concept, that’s simple enough, but keeping them engaging throughout multiple stages. And praying that the end was worth the effort for all concerned. Such hunts are becoming more popular as a way of proposing, and you’d think the very specific aim would make it easy. It can, though, be trickier than…

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I Color Diamonds

May 14, 2018 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

I color diamonds are on the cusp of the Purist Vs Realist debate. They’re not absolutely colorless but, then again, whatever color is there is usually extremely difficult to detect. This means the decision on whether an I color diamond is suitable for you comes entirely down to personal preference. What Is an I Color Diamond? On the official color scale of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), I color diamonds come under the heading…

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Should you Buy an SI2 Clarity?

May 7, 2018 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

The SI2 clarity diamond is a very controversial topic. In this article, we will try and give you a balanced approach to understanding all the views. We will explain the pros and cons of buying an SI2 clarity diamond, and also give you warnings on what to look out for. What is Diamond’s “Clarity”? Understanding SI2 Clarity Where SI2 Sits On The Clarity Scale How much do SI2 Diamonds Cost? What is an SI2 Diamond?…

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How to Buy A Loose Diamond

April 24, 2018 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

There’s a reason why most of the buying and selling of loose diamonds is done by experts. Buying loose diamonds, for mounting into jewelry later, is a very different proposition to buying a finished piece. If you’re not fully prepared or haven’t sought out the right advice, it can be an expensive mistake. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t do it. You just need to do it right.

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Understanding Big Diamond Rings

April 12, 2018 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

Diamonds, and the rings in which we see them set, come in all shapes and sizes. Often, it is a matter of personal taste as to whether the ring is discrete or a little bolder. In this article learn more about big diamond rings and what makes them so special. But are there advantages in looking for larger diamonds? After all, they cost more to buy, cost more to insure, and require more care to…

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January Birthstone

March 28, 2018 – Posted in: Jewelry Blog

Birthstones are one of the most fascinating influences when purchasing a gemstone jewelry, and those born in January have a wonderful gemstone to be proud of. In this article, learn everything that you will need to know about the Garnet, the Birthstone for January. What is the Birthstone for January? Myths About The Garnet Where Does Garnet Come From? Cultivating The Stone Physical Properties of Garnet February Birthstone Jewelry How to Shop for January Birthstone…

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