by Andrew Wilson | Feb 1, 2025 | Antique Jewellery
A historic diamond necklace connected to Marie Antoinette sold for £3.8 million ($4.79 million) at Sotheby’s Geneva auction, surpassing its estimated value of $2.8 million. The piece features over 500 diamonds, some believed to originate from the French...
by Andrew Wilson | Feb 1, 2025 | Blog
Online diamond shopping offers competitive pricing and broad selection through high-resolution imagery and virtual appointments, whereas traditional retail provides tangible examination and immediate gratification. Digital platforms typically feature lower prices...
by Andrew Wilson | Jan 31, 2025 | Diamond Care Guide
You’ve worn them to dazzle at dinner parties, shine at weddings, and sparkle on special evenings out; now, it’s time to guarantee your diamonds continue to reflect those memorable moments with just as much brilliance. Let’s face it, keeping your...
by Andrew Wilson | Jan 31, 2025 | Diamond Education & Guides, Buy Diamond Jewellery
When shopping for diamonds, you’ll face seven costly traps that can drain your wallet faster than a jeweller’s polishing cloth strips away inclusions. Watch for inflated diamond certifications that overstate quality by 2-3 grades, undisclosed clarity...
by Andrew Wilson | Jan 31, 2025 | Diamond Education & Guides
Diamond certificates serve as authoritative documents that decode a stone's fundamental qualities through standardized grading systems from respected laboratories like GIA and AGS. These detailed evaluations assess the 4Cs—carat, color, clarity, and...
by Andrew Wilson | Jan 31, 2025 | Benefits of Purchasing Jewellery
Selecting a reputable jeweler requires careful consideration of multiple factors, including industry certifications like AGS and JA, verified customer reviews, and the presence of graduate gemologist credentials. A trustworthy jeweler provides detailed documentation...
by Andrew Wilson | Jan 30, 2025 | Diamond Education & Guides
Diamond inclusions, nature's fingerprints within these precious stones, reveal more than aesthetic imperfections. Although jewelers may highlight a stone's brilliance, internal characteristics significantly impact durability, value, and optical performance....
by Andrew Wilson | Jan 30, 2025 | Dazzling Diamond Engagement Rings
Setting a diamond budget requires a methodical mixture of financial planning and strategic purchasing decisions. Experts recommend establishing a dedicated savings account with automated contributions during the exploration of cost-effective options like princess cuts...
by Andrew Wilson | Jan 29, 2025 | Jewellery Types
Modern diamond settings artfully balance protection with aesthetic appeal, offering various secure alternatives for different lifestyles. The classic bezel setting provides maximum security by fully encasing stones, whereas six-prong and channel settings offer...
by Andrew Wilson | Jan 29, 2025 | Diamond Education & Guides
Diamond certification provides crucial documentation of a stone's characteristics through rigorous gemological analysis by independent laboratories. These detailed reports evaluate the Four Cs—cut, clarity, color, and carat weight—along with other...