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Holidays, Jewellery, Lifestyle / 14.11.2025

Gold Plated vs. Solid Gold: How to Choose the Right Jewelry for You Gold jewelry is a classic representation of grace and luxury. However, nowadays, with the plethora of gold jewelry styles, it is sometimes difficult to make a decision on what to wear. Two of the most widespread ones include gold-plated and solid gold. They have much to disclose about their distinctions, advantages, and limitations, and one should know them to make a smart purchase. In this blog, we will be deconstructing the main distinctions between the gold-plated and solid gold jewelry, and you will be able to choose which type...

Jewellery / 28.03.2020

April's birthstone has been the centre of attention for eons. Diamonds have been linked to wealth, true love, and even good health. With all this in mind, it's no wonder that the world's strongest substance has such an important role in human history. However, there is still a lot of information people don't quite know about diamonds. We've compiled a list of fast facts for you to better understand April's birthstone. That's right, while we won't be sending out an email for this month, it doesn't mean we're going to skip talking about one of our favourite gemstones! 1. Etymology The word...

Jewellery / 25.07.2019

four c's of diamonds Buying diamonds doesn't have to be a stressful situation. In fact, it should be exciting - no matter if you're buying for yourself or someone else! Unfourtunetly, people take the four c's and turn them into something much more confusing than they should be. It's cut, clarity, carat, and colour, not confusion, crying, confused again, and calling your jewellery expert friend for help to make sure you're getting the best deal! We've got all the basics you need to know about the four c's of diamonds right here. Courtesy of: Juergen Schoner via Wikimedia.com Cut If you read...

Jewellery / 11.07.2019

Not everyone knows what a diamond carat is, but it is something important to consider when buying and selling this gem. While it isn't the sole factor for determining the value, diamond carat weight does play a large enough role that you should be aware of it. Here's our brief run-through of all you need to know about diamond carats. Photo by Lukas from Pexels.com The Basics of Diamond Carats Many people believe a carat measures the diamond size, but that's a common misconception. A diamond carat actually measures the diamond's weight. One carat is equal to 200 milligrams, or 0.200 grams and...

Jewellery / 13.11.2018

Diamond cuts and shapes can be hard to navigate. After all, who has time to sit all day in front of a computer or book and read through thousands of pages on cuts, clarities, symmetry, and styles? Well, we do. We've put this brief guide together for you so you don't have to be up late at night trying to figure out the difference between Asscher and emerald cuts, or what style would look good on your finger. [caption id="attachment_954" align="aligncenter" width="1280"] Courtesy of: Pixabay.com[/caption] Shape Vs. Cuts First off, let's settle this: cuts and shapes aren't the same thing. In fact, they're...

Jewellery / 29.08.2018

Melee diamonds have been around for so long, but not many people know what they are. They're in all kinds of jewellery, and chances are you have some pieces with them. If you're a fan of diamonds, or you just want to know more, we've got the rundown for you. [caption id="attachment_522" align="aligncenter" width="4752"] Courtesy of: pexels.com[/caption] What are Melee Diamonds? Simply put, melee diamonds are very tiny diamonds. If you remember from the What is a Karat? article, one carat is equal to 200 milligrams. Since measurements range from 0.001 carats (1000th carat) to 0.18, you can imagine just how small these stones...

Jewellery / 15.08.2018

Diamonds have been referred to as a girl's best friend. The gem has maintained the title from 1949 when Gentlemen Prefer Blondes first aired on Broadway to today's click-bait articles. However, the strongest material on Earth is quickly losing its title. Fewer millennials are buying diamonds compared to any other generation. Interestingly enough, millennials have spent billions on other stones, instead. Many are scratching their heads wondering what to do about the situation, but its best to look at the reasons why first. Ethics Everyone knows that not all diamonds are mined in the most ethical of ways. Considering how many millennials...

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