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Diamonds: April’s Birthstone and A Girl’s Best Friend

“A diamond allows the soul’s light to shine out.” Ahh, the diamond. The queen of the gem kingdom. The hardest natural substance on earth. And definitely a girl’s best friend. These gems were formed before dinosaurs roamed the earth: the youngest are about 900 million years old, and the oldest are 3.2 billion years old—but […]

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Every Woman Needs a Tiara: From the royal collection

Always walk around like you have on an invisible tiara. —Paris Hilton Let’s be honest…you want one. Most women do. And anyone who’s been to a wedding can attest to the popularity of tiaras—making the bride a princess for the day. Tiaras symbolize social status and power. Rulers have worn them all through history, from […]

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10 Hot Facts About Cool Gems (How many do you know?)

With summer’s heat, here are some fun facts about jewelry to take your mind off the weather. Amaze your friends with your knowledge—and if you know more than 7, you’re a jewelry genius! Ancient Egyptians believed that gold was “the flesh of the gods” (since it was so soft) and held mystical powers. The first […]

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Diamonds—Winning the April Birthstone Lottery

No boasting, April birthday folks! You’ve got the ultimate prize of all birthstones—the diamond. These “tears of the gods” are not only billions of years old; due to their structure, one that’s cut and polished correctly can sparkle more than any other gem. Some diamond facts from the American Gem Society This is the hardest […]

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Engagement ring shopping? Start here.

It’s that time of year—while big weddings may be on hold, engagements are a go. And that means a decision on an engagement ring—often a couple’s first, large investment. Before you start shopping, here’s some useful background info on what your jeweler will ask you. What cut/shape do you want? Here are the 6 most […]

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6 Tips for buying diamond jewelry this holiday season

Thinking about buying diamond jewelry this season? When you’re surrounded by holiday excitement, music, and decorations, it can be easy to get carried away. Add the shiny beauty of diamonds and other gemstones, and getting carried away can be expensive! Before you go gaga over glitter… If you’re buying diamond jewelry or helping someone else […]

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