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September's Birthstone: Sapphire.
Hello everyone! An apology to all our readers for not posting on a weekly basis the past few months. We’ve been busy getting our physical store back and running after lockdown. However, always feel free to write us if you have any jewellery related question and we will try our best to respond promptly and provide all the information you need. Today we will discuss one of my favorite birthstones; Sapphire (I might like it more since it is my birthstone). We will go about it differently by using frequently asked questions by customers and answers to them. How...
August Birthstone: Peridot.
An ancient gem known for its yellow green glow. Found in lava, meteorites, and deep in the earth’s mantle, peridot is composed of magnesium-rich variety of olivine and iron content that intensify its characteristic yellowish green color. The intense glow comes from a feature in the gem known as high double refraction: Double facets appear from the inside increasing reflection of light and overall glow of this gemstone. As with diamonds and most other gems, peridot’s quality and price depend on the 4C’s. When it comes to color, pure grass green hue is the most rare and hence...
July's Birthstone: Ruby
Ruby is July’s birthstone and the gem commonly associated with 15thand 40th marriage anniversaries. It is known for a beautiful red that makes it one of the most desired gems in the jewelry industry. Rubies are formed when the mineral Corundum contains trace amounts of the element Chromium, causing a change in the mineral’s crystal structure and it’s color (red). The name Ruby is derived from the Latin word ‘ruber’ meaning red, due to which the gemstone is often seen symbolizing love, passion, boldness, and bravery. Throughout history, such associations have kept rubies in high demand and also contribute to making...
Diamonds: Beyond the 4C’s
For my first topic,I chose to discuss diamond sizes since I feel it is almost always the first thing on customers mind when shopping for a diamond. The 4Cs: Cut,Color, Clarity, and Carat weight grades seem to be the first thing most diamond buyers learn and inquire about. My aim in this blog is to show how these four specifications affect diamond selection and whether the process should be based on the 4Cs alone. In doing so, I hope to shed some light onto the art of the diamond selection process and how it can empower buyers to make exceptional...