Archive for the ‘Diamonds and Gems’ Category
How to Make a Diamond Look Larger
If only men had all the money in the world to purchase the largest and most exquisite white gold diamond engagement rings. But alas, most people have a budget. That doesn’t mean you can’t learn some tricks of the trade to make your lady’s diamond look larger than it really is. Purchase fancy diamond shapes. [...]
Understanding Diamond Blemishes
Diamond blemishes are not all the same. Some are a natural part of the gem, while other marks occur when the diamond is cut or while you are wearing it. Surface blemishes can affect both the clarity and value of the diamond depending how severe they are, but they usually do not affect the diamond’s [...]
How to Choose an Engagement Ring She’ll Love
If you’ve been perusing diamond engagement rings for your gal but just don’t know which to choose, do not fret. A lot of men are in the same boat. The solution is to start paying attention and the odds of you choosing a ring she detests will be slim. Start by simply noticing what jewelry [...]
A Diamond Color Change
Did you ever notice that after purchasing diamonds online that they look different from when you previously received them? No, your eyes are not playing tricks on you. Diamonds actually have a little characteristic about them which makes them appear to change color. It’s called fluorescence. The diamond will “change” color when exposed to ultraviolet [...]
The Simplicity of a Tennis Bracelet
Just like every woman should have certain outfits in her closest, so too should she have particular jewelry and accessories that can be paired with a variety of clothing. One such item is the diamond tennis bracelet. Tennis bracelets are thin, in-lined bracelets that feature a symmetrical pattern of diamonds. What started this great fashion [...]
The Skinny on Fancy Color Diamonds
Everyone loves a beautiful white diamond, but I think we all love colored or fancy diamonds even more. It’s hard to compete with beautiful shades of blue, pink, and green. Like regular white diamonds, fancy diamonds also follow the four C’s, but they do things just a little differently. In terms of color grading, fancy [...]
Getting to Know October’s Birthstone: Opal
With the start of a new month comes a brand new birthstone to incorporate into your wardrobe. For the month of October you can enjoy the beauty of opal. Opal might sometimes get snubbed, but how could anyone not like a gemstone that has all the colors of the rainbow dancing in the light? Actually, [...]
Sapphires: The Royal Gem
It’s quite difficult to imagine that anyone would not appreciate the beauty of a sapphire –which might have to do with the fact that almost everyone loves the color blue. Despite being known for their rich blue color, sapphires, like many other gemstones, can come in a variety of colors. They come in just about [...]
Don’t Be Fooled By Imposter Gemstones
This is not a topic that shoppers of I.D. Jewelry have to worry about, but if you ever find yourself in other stores, you will need to shop with caution. Unfortunately not all stores are reputable jewelers. It’s easy to be swindled because most people don’t know how to spot a fake. One way to [...]
Tiffany’s Yellow Diamond
There are numerous famous diamonds out there and today we’re going to talk about one that is close to home, in New York City that is. The Tiffany Yellow Diamond is actually one of the largest yellow diamonds ever discovered, weighing in at 287.42 carats, that’s 57.484 grams! It was discovered in 1878 in a [...]
