Pearls are so amazing because they are produced by a living creature – an oyster. Most of the pearls we see today are cultured which means that they are produced by oysters on an oyster farm. How can you tell if it’s...
The name opal comes from the Greek Opallos, which means “to see a change of color.” Opals range in color from milky white to black with vibrant specs of yellow, orange, green, red, and blue. The opal is composed of particles closely packed in circular...
Fashion trends change from year to year and engagement ring styles are no different. This year we’re seeing a push towards color, mixed metals, and more ornate bands. Here are a few of our favorite 2015 trends. 1. Yellow gold and rose gold accents: Many women...
The cut of a diamond is the most important factor in determining its price because it affects all the other aspects (the 4 C’s) of the diamond. Cut is also the most difficult aspect to grade. Diamonds are small and the clear edges are hard to see and measure so...
