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

By Aimee Berrent on March 31, 2022 in Blog

“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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Diamonds—April’s Sparkling Birthstones—are Forever

By Aimee Berrent on April 6, 2020 in Blog

Big girls need big diamonds.” —Elizabeth Taylor If you have an April birthday, you hit the birthstone jackpot. Diamonds are scarce, strong, and the stuff of dreams, full of fire and promise. Here are some things to know about this ultimate sparkler. The first known diamonds were found in India in the 4th century B.C. […]

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How do I keep my diamond jewelry safe and sparkling? Answers to your questions

By Aimee Berrent on April 25, 2019 in Blog

The diamond is the hardest substance on earth—and one of the most beautiful. If you’re lucky enough to have a diamond ring, earrings, or brooch, here are answers to some questions I’m often asked about how to keep them safe and sparkling. Can I wear my diamond earrings in the shower? Better not…shower gels, lotions, […]

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Put a ring on it: How to buy a beautiful engagement ring

By Aimee Berrent on December 10, 2017 in Blog

Holidays are primetime for popping the question with an engagement ring. Buying a diamond can be intimidating—but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re shopping together or on your own, here are some guidelines to make the engagement ring process as easy as getting down on one knee. Engagement ring checklist The Gemological Institute of […]

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Diamonds are an (April birthday) girl’s best friend

By Aimee Berrent on April 2, 2017 in Blog

If your birthday’s in April, you’ve hit the birthstone jackpot—the diamond. Love for this sparkly gemstone isn’t new; in first century Rome, Pliny wrote, “Diamond is the most valuable, not only of precious stones, but of all things in this world.” If you’ve ever bought a diamond, I’m sure you’ve heard about the 4Cs: clarity, […]

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6 Tips for buying diamond jewelry this holiday season

By Aimee Berrent on December 4, 2016 in Blog

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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C is for Carat: Figuring out your diamond’s weight

By Aimee Berrent on June 19, 2016 in Blog

You’ve heard the ads, “1 carat total weight diamonds.” But what does it mean and how is it measured? Here’s the low-down on carat weight. Diamonds (along with other gemstones) are measured in metric carats, abbreviated as “ct.” A carat equals 0.2 grams, or as the GIA puts it, “about the same weight as a […]

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How durable is your gemstone: “Mohs” the word

By Aimee Berrent on February 15, 2016 in Blog

You probably know that diamonds are one of the hardest gems, but what about other stones? A stone is a stone, right? But some are more durable than others, and might do better, for example, in a brooch versus an everyday ring. Here’s a quick tutorial. Gemstones are rated on “Mohs’ Hardness Scale,” from […]

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Insure Your New Diamond Ring Against “Oopsies”

By Aimee Berrent on January 11, 2016 in Blog

No matter how careful you are with your diamond jewelry, “oopsies” happen. Be sure it’s adequately insured for loss and damage. You can get insurance as a rider to your homeowners or renters insurance policy, or a policy from an insurance company that specializes in jewelry. It all starts with an appraisal To be able […]

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