by: Grant Edvalson Precious metals and rare gems have played enormous parts in symbolism, mysticism, worship, and culture throughout the world for many centuries.  In ancient times precious gems were viewed as having special spiritual properties.  Records of this can be found even in the old testament when Moses is instructed to create a priestly […]

by: Kallee Hooley In the world of fashion, it’s no secret that jewelry is a must-have for any stylish outfit. Whether you be adorned in gems, metals, or stones, it’s obvious that any type of bling can add the finishing touches to any modern couture. While the fashion world is always advertising new fads, today’s

by: Josh Swain Platinum is one of Earth’s rarest metals, and is highly valued among many jewelry and gemology connoisseurs. Here are a few things that you might like to know before making a purchase. Platinum Fun Facts Platinum Definition Platinum comes from the Spanish “platina”, or “little silver” it is an incredibly non-reactive metal,

by: Samuel Colt Farley Rhodium is a lustrous, silver-white noble metal. It is the rarest and most valuable of the precious metals. What Does Rhodium Look Like? Rhodium has a silver-white color, and is quite metallic and reflective in appearance. It can be in either a powder of solid form. Where Does Rhodium Come From?

As you may have guessed, the radiant cut is characterized by the radiance it gives off. In fact, the radiant cut displays a unique combination of two different styles of cuts: the few square style cuts and the brilliant round cut. This stunning cut displays fire and brilliance that are close to comparable to the

If your ideal diamond is as brilliant as it is affordable, as iconic as it is modern and as durable as it is elegant, the oval cut might be worth your time to consider. With all these amazing attributes, it is surprising that this particular cut doesn’t find itself at a higher notch of popularity.

If you’re in the market for an extremely unique, but equally captivating cut, then the Pear cut might be the answer you’ve been looking for. This stunning 58 facet cut is the 8th most popular in the world, and gains its following through its complimentary features and its versatility in style!  This tear-shaped cross between

It comes as no surprise that the princess cut is dubbed the second most popular cut in the world. The princess cut combined the classic appeal of the square cut with the multi-faceted brilliance of the brilliant round cut to create a timeless statement cut. All About the Princes Cut Ring If you are considering

The symbol for the heart is timelessly associated with love, so it is to no surprise that the unique and stunning heart cut is a popular choice for engagement and wedding bands alike. The Heart cut is the ninth most popular diamond cut in the world, due primarily to its lack of availability rather than

When shopping for a stone in the form of the cushion cut, it might surprise you that this marvelous shape is only the tenth most popular cut in the world. This breathtaking cut is undoubtedly deserving of a higher notch on the popularity totem pole and it is no surprise that it is still a