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Intro: You’ve probably seen a diamond labeled “0.70 ct” and felt like it sounded almost like 3/4 of a carat but somehow cheaper. That feeling is not an accident. Salespeople use weights like 0.70 carat because they sit just below price thresholds where diamonds jump in cost. Knowing why this works helps you decide when […]

Blockchain Diamonds: Useful Traceability or Buzzword Bracelet? Consumers want to know where a diamond came from and whether the claims about ethics or origin are true. Blockchain-backed traceability promises an unchangeable record that follows a stone from mine to market. That sounds useful. But it is not a silver bullet. The usefulness depends on how

Intro: Signet rings are more than vintage fashion. For centuries they acted as living signatures — small, portable stamps that could confirm identity, seal agreements and, in many cases, decide legal outcomes. They mattered because literacy was rare and a unique physical mark carried authority. They still matter today for identity, heritage and security, and

Intro The “Three Blues” rule is a simple buying heuristic: blue sapphires, tanzanite and Paraíba tourmalines are the three blue gemstones that most often hold or increase value over time. It isn’t a guaranteed investment plan. Instead, it’s a shorthand that points to three stones whose color, rarity and market forces give them a historically

Buying a diamond online is convenient. But the return window clause decides if that convenience is safe or risky. A clear return window tells you how long you have to inspect the stone, who pays for the return, what condition the diamond must be in, and how refunds work. If the clause is vague, you

Intro Choosing your first $1,000 watch is a practical and emotional decision. You want something reliable, attractive, and worth the money. Two clear paths appear: a microbrand or a heritage brand. Each has strengths and trade-offs. I’ll explain the differences in concrete terms—movements, materials, service, resale, and daily wear—so you can pick what matters most

Intro: A tennis necklace is a continuous line of stones that catches the eye because it’s uniform and unbroken. That uniformity is exactly why a single length often looks off when you wear it alone or try to layer it. The eye wants contrast: breaks in rhythm, differences in scale, and clear spacing. Without them,

Estate jewelry can feel like a treasure hunt. Two small stamps — often no bigger than a pinhead — can suddenly turn a pretty ring into a collectible. Those two marks are the ones buyers, appraisers, and auction houses watch first because they answer the two most important questions: who made it and what it’s

Prong Check 101: The Toothpick Test That Saves Your Center Stone Your ring sits against your skin every day. Tiny knocks and normal wear slowly loosen the prongs that hold your center stone. The “toothpick test” is a simple, low-risk way to spot trouble early. Done correctly, it helps you avoid the most common cause

Approving a CAD render for a custom ring is a big moment. A render looks perfect on screen. But small mistakes in the CAD can cause big problems in the finished ring: weak prongs, ill-fitting stones, uncomfortable fit, or odd proportions. Below are seven concrete red flags to watch for in a CAD render and