Though the fact that wedding bands haven’t always been the shiny diamond studded connotation of love they are today might be common knowledge, the depths of history that they reach might surprise you. Whether you are personally interested in the history of these symbols of commitment, or if you’re marrying a history buff who you […]
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As familiar as we may be with a wedding engagement consisting of an elaborate proposal and diamond studded ring, this practice is extremely modern in comparison to the deeply rooted history of engagements as a whole. Engagement Ring History – Why Learn It? Whether the history of engagement rings is fascinating to you personally, or
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While searching for your engagement or wedding ring, you will hear many terms that determine the quality and value of certain stones – one of these terms is the Mohs Hardness Scale, or the Stone Hardness Scale. The Stone Hardness scale was created in 1822 by a mineralogist named Friedrich Mohs and, despite the time
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It comes as no surprise that the princess cut is dubbed the second most popular cut in the world. The princess cut wedding ring combined the classic appeal of the square cut with the multi-faceted brilliance of the brilliant round cut to create a timeless statement cut. If you are considering a Princess cut
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Topaz is a gem that seemingly has it all – the durability, affordability and luster come together to create a gem that should be a no-brainer for brides and grooms from all walks of life. Even with all its seemingly positive attributes, there are certain types of Topaz that shouldn’t be used for jewelry –
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Iolite derives its name from the Greek word Ios, which translates to violet – this alone should tell you about the lengthy admiration, and the color of, this beautiful gem. Iolite is one of the more durable stones, though it appears feminine and light, which makes it a great option for the working man or
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If you’re looking for a gemstone that is as beautiful as it is fiscally smart, Tanzanite is the stone for you. Tanzanite, the birthstone of December, is a tricolored gem that radiates in blues, purples, and reds. Additionally, Tanzanite is currently continuing to rise in value, making it a great investment for the finance-savvy bride
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Smokey Quartz has a misleading name – while on one end, this mineral does possess lustrous black and grey qualities, on the other, it also encompasses rich chocolate shaded minerals. Smokey Quartz embellishments are as timeless and classic as they are soft-spoken. Before buying a ring embellished with this magnificently dark stone, it is important
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Aquamarine is an easy stone choice for the soon to be married mermaids. A durable and resilient gem, Aquamarine brings the colors of the sea to your ring finger. Before buying a ring embellished with this brilliant stone, it is important to be well versed in the mineral itself and all the factors of buying
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Combining the simple elegance of nature with the rich history of wedding jewelry, pearls are an obvious option for brides and grooms to be. Collected from pearl oysters and mollusks, pearls are a highly coveted and unique addition to any wedding band. You’ve seen the fish in the sea and found yours – now it’s
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