engagement ring quality 4 items total June 18, 2017 All about Sapphires Diamonds command the most attention when it comes to engagement jewelry, and rightfully so as traditionally, they embody the rarity and beauty of the bond they're representing. However, as time goes on and generations introduce modern twists and turns to engagement jewelry, you'll notice that colored stones have also begun to make quite the reputation. Most immediately think of a deep blue stone when they think sapphire, which is only appropriate considering the name was derived from the Latin word 'saphirus' which means blue. However, sapphires com in variety of colors and can even have bicolor qualities to them (for those who can't decide!) In this post we will introduce you to this beautiful and special precious gem Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Styles & Details, Diamonds 101 and tagged custom made rings, precious gem, custom gemstone, lepozzi sapphire, ceylon sapphire ring, sapphire, sapphire and diamonds, sapphire engagement rings, Custom created engagement ring, sapphire rings, custom ring design, engagement ring quality, cushion cut on June 18, 2017 by admin. February 1, 2017 Diamond of The Week: 1.91 Carat The Lowdown: 1.91 carat oval brilliant cut diamond with D color and SI1 clarity grade. This oval cut diamond features Excellent polish and Very good symmetry grades and is considered an Excellent cut oval diamond. The measurements on this particular diamond are 9.89 mm in length by 7.20 mm in width. While these are all the characteristics easily discernible from the GIA report alone, we will go into depth on the characteristics of this diamond to show some more detail. Watch the video here of this oval cut diamond to get an idea of the bright white and fiery look this special oval cut has. A diamond with this quality and size combination is an amazing budget option for someone wanting a 2 carat diamond in the colorless range for a large, bright white look. Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged choosing an oval diamond, oval engagement rings, oval diamonds, OVAL CUT, engagement ring quality, ring shopping, choosing center diamond, diamond shapes, diamond color, diamond clarity, diamond advice, engagement ring on February 1, 2017 by admin. August 24, 2016 Finding Your Sweet Spot for Diamond Size and Quality A question we get asked often is what color, clarity and cut is the best? The truth is that there is not just one right answer. Not only will the answer be different for every diamond shape, it will also vary based on someone's personal opinion and the way you perceive diamond quality to your eye. The main goal for your diamond is to maximize your budget. Maximizing your budget entails balancing the size, color, cut, clarity, and shape to be the best it can be without over spending. In general we don't believe you should work in extremes by focusing on just one category and over-sacrificing on another. Here are a few tips we suggest for you to aid you in the diamond selection process: Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged color clarity, what is better color or clarity, choosing the best diamond, choosing your diamond quality, diamond four c's, diamond quality tips, engagement ring quality, choosing diamond quality, diamond color on August 24, 2016 by admin. October 20, 2015 Important tips when selecting diamond quality for each shape The biggest dilemma that many of our customers face is choosing a diamond shape! Each of the different diamond cuts offer something different and can totally change the look and feel of a ring style. Once you choose the shape it is time to start considering different quality/size combinations that will work best for the cut you have selected and your target price range. Depending on whether you are going for size, quality, or both, there are many tricks that go along with each shape and I’m going to share them with you in the following post. Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged how to choose diamond quality, engagement ring quality, diamond cut quality, choosing diamond quality, diamond shapes, loose diamond, diamonds on October 20, 2015 by admin. 4 Item(s)