Love the beauty of a forever diamond but also love the planet? Then why not consider a diamond grown above the ground. Also termed lab-grown, these diamonds are just as beautiful as mined diamonds, but can be bought for less of an environmental price tag than those of their counterparts. If the idea sounds appealing, […]
All months of the year have their own special birthstone and the March birthstone is no exception. The birthstone for March hints that spring days are just around the corner and that lighter colours are slowly but steadily taking over. Aquamarine is the most popular birthstone jewellery for anyone born in March and thanks to […]
Every month of the year has its own distinctive stone that is used for making jewellery, and February is certainly no exception to this rule. The winter month’s most commonly associated stone is Amethyst – a semi-precious stone which may date back to ancient times but which has only recently been discovered and brought to […]
Garnet is the January birthstone – a popular gemstone that has been used to make jewellery for countless generations. Thought to have healing and protective powers, Garnets are known as one of the symbols of ever-lasting love, which makes a piece of Garnet birthstone jewellery a perfect choice for a loved one on their special […]
People who were born in December have a particularly exciting choice of birthstones. Unlike some other months that have only a single gemstone associated with them, December birthdays have no less than three options – Turquoise, Tanzanite, and Zircon. Turquoise is a well-known gemstone that is one of the oldest ever to be mined. Famous […]
Diamonds are the hardest natural stone on earth, formed naturally from extreme temperature and pressure beneath the earth’s crust. Rough diamonds are brought to the surface via volcanic activity. They are nearly as old as the earth and are increasing in rarity as they take billions of years to form! A young diamond is over […]
Choosing an engagement ring used to be simple – you’d choose between princess or emerald cut? White gold or yellow gold? Today, there’s far more to consider when looking for the perfect engagement ring. So, without further ado – let’s dive into our tips to help you confidently make the right choice on this monumental purchase. […]
Whether it’s for a wedding proposal, birthday gift, or anniversary – sooner or later, you’ll have to figure out what your partner’s ring size is. And if you want it to be a surprise, you can’t just ask them directly. So, in this guide, we’re going to cover a few of the very best ways […]
The diamond industry is a billion-dollar market. Lab-grown diamonds have been around since the 1990s, and mined diamonds date back to 3100 BC. Lab-grown diamonds are made with heat and pressure in a lab while mined diamonds come from deep beneath the earth’s crust… What Are Lab-Grown Diamonds and Mined Diamonds? Lab-Grown Diamonds Lab-grown diamonds […]
The combination of bright summery greens and gorgeous glowing golden tones make Peridot one of the most visually striking gemstones. Unlike other gemstones, which are often coloured by impurities and known as allochromatic, Peridot is idiochromatic because its colour comes from the gem’s chemical composition. Peridot has a fascinating history that dates back over 4,000 […]