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The Great Misconception: Cubic Zirconias Are Nothing Like Lab-Grown Diamonds
In the world of gems and jewelry, few debates are as contentious as the comparison between cubic zirconia (CZ) and lab-grown diamonds. While both may share a certain sparkle, the idea that these two gems are remotely alike is, to put it bluntly, ridiculous.
Can engagement rings be resized?
One of the most frequent questions that people have about engagement rings is whether they can be resized. Since engagement rings are oftentimes expensive and sentimental items of jewellery, it’s important to know if they can be resized if necessary.
Your fail safe way to untangle a necklace.
You're racing out the door & grab some jewellery to pop on only to find that your necklace is tangled!
Why are engagement rings expensive?
Engagement rings are a symbol of love and commitment, and they are often considered a significant financial investment. But why are engagement rings expensive?
How to store necklaces so they don't tangle.
If you enjoy wearing jewellery, you are likely familiar with the frustration of trying to unravel a tangled necklace. It is not only a time-consuming task, but it may also harm the necklace. The good news is that there are a few easy actions you can take to avoid tangles in the first place.
What is a bow tie?
In a diamond, a "bow tie" is a dark area that resembles a bow tie or butterfly shape that appears in the centre of some elongated fancy-shaped diamonds, such as marquise, oval, and pear-shaped diamonds.
Red diamonds, the rarest diamonds on earth.
Red diamonds are uncommon and in high demand because of their vivid colour and scarcity.
8 fun facts for lovers of round brilliant cut diamonds!
Can you choose something other than diamonds for your Engagement Ring?
Diamonds quickly gained popularity as an Engagement Ring material when Archduke Maximilian of Austria gave Mary of Burgundy the first known Diamond Engagement Ring in 1477. Eventually, the rest of the world followed suit.
What is the vein of love?
Ancient Egyptians believed that the left hand's fourth finger, known as the "ring finger," contains a special vein that travels straight to the heart. Engagement and Wedding Rings are customarily worn on this finger because of this vein, which was so poetically described as the "vein of love."
The History of Engagement Rings
The first recorded instance of a Diamond Engagement Ring was in 1477, with the custom of gifting a ring (in a variety of forms) to express one's love and devotion to another extending back many centuries.