Rose gold is one of the strongest golds because it’s mixed with copper. The common mixture that is used to create the pink-reddish color of rose gold is seventy-five percent gold and twenty-five percent copper. While yellow gold can potentially be “pure,” rose gold will never be pure gold because it’s mixed with copper to […]

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: 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,

We’re revisiting the world of black onyx rings because we absolutely adore them. While we covered statement rings in the past, today, we’re delving into the world of fine onyx rings that are suitable for engagement, wedding or anniversary rings. Our Favorite Onyx Wedding Bands for Her They’re perfect for the woman in your life

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.

For a cut that has as rich a history as it does a modern appreciation, you need not look further than the Marquise or Navette cut. This stunning cut has a shape that is extremely unique when compared against its counterparts, and looks stunning in stones that extend beyond a diamond. The Marquise cut is

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

Are you considering buying an emerald cut wedding or engagement stone? We think that’s a wonderful choice! The Emerald cut has a lot to offer its owner in terms of affordability and durability – as such, we are not surprised that this beauty of a cut has earned its place as number 3 in the

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