Engagement trends have been eclectic in the last few decades, bravely pushing forward into more public and exciting trends. While not everyone goes for the extravagant pageantry some engagements strive for – after all, there is a lot of power i..

The history of Victorian hair jewelry is a fascinating chapter, particularly as it pertains to the United States and post-Civil War culture. Hair was fashioned into thick braids used for necklaces, bracelets and even brooches. Particularly in the Uni..

Diamonds are the most incredible of all natural gemstones, and the industry has been booming for decades. There is no end to mankind’s love of diamonds, whether they are set into scepters, encrusted into sword handles, or delicately accenting a..

If you are a lover of fine comedy, you may have heard of “The Pink Panther” – either the 1963 series or the gaggle of films that followed, with the most recent being released in the 2000’s and starring Steve Martin. The premis..

When it comes to fine diamonds, there are many aspects of appraisal that many people do not realize. The grading of a diamond depends on many different factors. It is not all about carat weight – although, you will find that the largest diamond..

The science of diamonds is fascinating, and tackling that science can certainly be intimidating. Although it may be confusing to start breaking down the scientific aspects, it does not have to be. Taking it one step at a time is essential for fully t..

She's just turning twelve. What an amazing and exciting time in a young girl's life. You know the time has come to start treating her a little more grown up despite your heart's desire that she stay a baby forever. It's hard but that ..

There are only a few things that can make or break a proposal. One: a poorly thought-out plan to make it special and two: a poorly chosen engagement ring. While making the moment special is completely up to you, your jeweler can help you make sure th..

It's wonderful to get the gift of heirloom jewelry passed down from generation to generation. Items such as pocket watches, engagement rings and other fine jewelry are quite commonly passed down in a family and often kept in the original design d..

When you buy a car, you buy insurance to protect your investment. When you buy a home, you buy insurance to protect your investment. When you buy fine jewelry, do you buy insurance to protect your investment? You should. While many fine jewelry buyer..