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…
Continue readingThe 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…
Continue readingHouston 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…
Continue readingThe 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…
Continue readingPinterest, if used carefully, is a great resource for information or even just to while away a little bit of time. And, of course, there are lots of pictures of engagement rings! You’ll see rings in a box, rings being worn, or rings just being presented. Just about any situation which can include an engagement ring is there. But, with so many images to choose from, the whole experience can be a little overwhelming. Which…
Continue readingWhen we talk about pearls in regards to fine jewelry, we usually base the discussion around “natural versus cultured” pearls and not “saltwater versus freshwater” pearls. But both terminologies are extremely important to any discussion regarding pearls. Natural vs. Cultured Pearls How Pearls are Made? Differences Between Saltwater and Freshwater Saltwater vs. Freshwater Buying Tips How much do Natural Saltwater Pearls Cost? Shop for Natural Saltwater Jewelry Contact Us Natural Pearls vs. Cultured Pearls For…
Continue readingSetting a budget for an engagement ring is difficult. But by-no-means should you disregard how important it is. Few of us have bottomless pockets full of cash, but nobody wants to skimp on such an important item. In this article, we talk about buying an engagement ring for $9,000 ($9k). The temptation is to go further and spend more than we should. But it really isn’t a good idea to take on what could end…
Continue readingThere are many different types of diamond cuts, of course. “Fancy cuts” are becoming ever more popular alongside the round brilliant and other standard cuts. In amongst those standard cuts are the Emerald Cut and Asscher Cut. Both came to prominence during the art deco period, but the emerald cut actually has a far longer history than that. Origins of the Cuts Similarities and Differences Emerald Vs Asscher Vs Royal Asscher Pros and Cons of…
Continue readingWritten 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 which has just that…
Continue readingHere is our guide for understanding how to shop for engagement rings in the $20,000 price range. There is, of course, a huge choice of engagement ring styles and prices in today’s digital marketplace. Understanding the market will help you make an informed purchase. Finding Your Budget As we go up in price, choice becomes less as the rarity of diamonds increases with size. Diamond prices also rise exponentially. A 2 ct diamond is far…
Continue readingWritten by Benjamin Khordipour Here’s the EDJ guide on how to buy a Sapphire Engagement Ring in 2019. 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 Color: Hue and Saturation Color: Tone Geography and Origin Sapphire Clarity Sapphire Cuts and Shapes Sapphire Engagement Ring Styles Alternative Sapphire Colors Treatments to Improve Color Sapphire Ring…
Continue readingWritten by Benjamin Khordipour You heard about Chocolate Diamonds and now you want to learn more? Good news. This article will be able to fill in the gaps! What is a Chocolate Diamond? The History of Chocolate Diamonds Chocolate Diamond Prices Chocolate Diamonds as an Investment Should you Buy a Chocolate Diamond? Shopping Tips for Chocolate Diamonds Famous Chocolate Diamonds A fact about colored diamonds which tends to go unnoticed is how some producers and…
Continue readingToday, we tend to think of most rings as being mere decoration for our hands. Of course, there are some rings – engagement, wedding, eternity, etc. – which have a far more symbolic meaning. Amongst the symbolism is certain traditions, perhaps even rules, that go with their wearing. But, as time moves on, many traditions change. Origin of Wedding Bands Wedding bands are thought to have originated in ancient Egypt, around 3000 BC. The first…
Continue readingShopping at the NYC Diamond District can be very daunting. Read our definitive guide to the New York Diamond District and discover everything that you’ll need to know before you come shopping!
Continue readingSeveral 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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