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Things To Know About Diamonds

Diamonds are the iconic symbol of engagement and betrothal but it is has not always been the case.  Throughout history, different cultures have placed different value and interpretation on the beauty and brilliance of one of the rarest, but most sought after precious stones. Let’s dispel a modern myth immediately; the vast majority of diamonds are mined not to go on your finger or into a piece of jewelry, but to be fixed on the end of drill bit or other industrial use.Diamond is one of the hardest substances known to man - which means that no matter… Continue reading Things To Know About Diamonds

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Things You Ought to Recognize Around Diamonds – Radiant Cut Diamonds

Diamonds – Radiant Cut Diamonds The Radiant cut diamond was created by Henry Grossbard in 1977 . The radiant cut diamond combines the stylish shape of the emerald cut , with the wonder of a around outstanding cut . Many fancy coloured diamonds are cut in this shape , most extensively believe yellows and as well pink diamonds . Radiant diamonds come up to in a great squarish or rectangular cut shape . Although not because bulk for the reason that the further visualize shaped diamonds , they are adored by manifold diamond connoisseurs . The Radiant Cut Diamond is… Continue reading Things You Ought to Recognize Around Diamonds - Radiant Cut Diamonds

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Synthetic Diamonds – Chagrined At what time Jewelers Scoff At Amazing Fake Diamonds

Synthetic Diamonds – Chagrined At what time Jewelers Scoff At Remarkable Phony Diamonds Other synthetic diamonds are subsequently closely resemble mined diamonds that the naked eye cannot depict the differentiation , habitually saving consumers an adequate amount of money to build a down-payment on a supplementary home or approve of a car . Unfounded diamond jeweler arrogance , pretense , and snootiness has gone as well far! My girlfriend has been parading on all sides town plus a extraordinary 4-carat Around Remarkable cut synthetic diamond setting in a thrilling 14K solid gold filigree solitaire ring locale for a year immediately… Continue reading Synthetic Diamonds - Chagrined At what time Jewelers Scoff At Amazing Fake Diamonds

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Understand Diamond Shapes and Styles

If you are considering buying a diamond, one of the qualities to examine is the cut.  Many people confuse the shape with the cut.  Though they are related, they are very different.  Cuts are the proportion of a diamond.  However, the desired proportion will change depending on the shape.

So Many Shapes

Often besides the size, the first thing a person notices in a diamond is it’s shape.Depending on who you ask, there are up to 11 different traditional cuts. In addition there are 4 modern variants. Essentially, most cuts are classified as being either round, heart, or… Continue reading Understand Diamond Shapes and Styles

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Important Facts About Diamond Certification

Brought to you by princess engagement rings diamond solitaire. A diamond authentication is also known as a Diamond Grading Report. This report comes from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), and you should require this report when you are purchasing a diamond. With a diamond record, you can verify the color, cut, carat, weight, and clarity of the diamond. You don’t have to worry about a diamond dealer telling you anything less than the truth, because the authentication comes from the GIA – not the dealer. You may be required to pay for the documentation, but the cost… Continue reading Important Facts About Diamond Certification

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Things You Must Know About Fancy Coloured Diamonds

Brought you by cheaper cushion cut engagement rings. Fancy coloured diamonds are all the rage these days. Gemologists have developed new ways to create versions that are affordable for the average person – by treating less desirable diamonds. These less desirable diamonds are treated with irradiation followed by intense heat. This turns brown and yellowish diamonds into beautifully colored diamonds that you can afford. This produces stunning greens, blues, yellows, reds, purples and other colours. These colors are considered permanent, but there is a possibility they could change during repairs if a high heat is used. Treatments like… Continue reading Things You Must Know About Fancy Coloured Diamonds

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Cubic Zirconia or Diamond?

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Cubic zirconia, the stunning diamond-like stone that can be seen in so many wedding bands and wedding rings, what is it and where does it come from? Cubic zirconia is the better known name for zirconium dioxide in the cubic crystalline form. It is a material that is hard, always without color, and generally perfect. It can be found in a lot of styles, sizes, and colors. Since it has a visually close similarity to a genuine diamond, the cubic zirconia serves as a… Continue reading Cubic Zirconia or Diamond?

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Lapis, the pretty blue rock, is known as the rock of ultimate consciousness.

Lapis, the pretty blue rock, is known as the rock of ultimate consciousness.

Lapis is a perfect blue gemstone to compliment your outfit or blue eyes. Many lapidaries refer to this stone by its full name—lapis lazuli—and find it to be the most valuable out of all semi-opaque stones in nature. Use caution when purchasing lapis, as many are not true stones but fabricated from ground up lapis, paste and blue dye to deepen the color. A real lapis will have veins of pyrite (aka fool’s gold) Streaked all through and are careful the most excellent and most expensive specimens… Continue reading Lapis, the pretty blue rock, is known as the rock of ultimate consciousness.

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Distinctions of Freshwater Pearls from Sea Pearls

Other than diamonds that have been long popular to dazzlingly graze every woman, pearls have also made its reputation as a fine element of unparalleled sets of jewelry. From gorgeous earrings to eye catching necklaces, pearls have once again shown to the world what nature’s wonders are all about. Basically, pearls are classified into two types namely sea pearls and freshwater pearls. Obviously, freshwater pearls are grown in lakes, ponds, and rivers while a sea pearl on the other hand are harvested from lagoons, ocean waters, and volcanic atolls. In culturing freshwater pearls, freshwater mollusks are needed… Continue reading Distinctions of Freshwater Pearls from Sea Pearls

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An Overview The History Of Diamonds

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A diamond has long been acknowledged as the hardest substance on the earth known to mankind. No matter where in the world you live, everyone knows that diamonds are highly valued and treasured in all cultures and countries around the globe. What is not as well known is what diamonds are composed of, how they are formed and what it is about them that makes them so very valuable and highly desirable. A diamond is actually a mineral and begins life as carbon which is then formed over many, many years. In order for… Continue reading An Overview The History Of Diamonds

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Learn More About The Princess Cut Diamond

Diamonds are available in an irregular and uncut shape and so need to be cut to a specific shape in order to get the right size and shape. In the middle of the different shapes into which a diamond can be cut there are round, pear,oval, princess and heart shapes that are very popular and much in demand. A proper diamond cut helps ensure that the diamond looks beautiful and it also helps the diamond to spew fire as well as shine with brilliance.

Diamond Cut: Round Diamonds

Round diamonds have the unique ability to reflect light from the top… Continue reading Learn More About The Princess Cut Diamond

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Buying A Loose Cut Diamond Online

When an individual is in need of a diamond piece of jewelry, often he will only think of going to a local jewelry store to purchase it.  However, there is a more unique and often more economical way of purchasing a diamond, which is buying a loose cut diamond online from a reputable dealer.  Loose diamond prices are almost always less expensive than buying them in a local store because the dealer has much less overhead cost to deal with.In addition to the loose diamond price, there is also different kind of diamonds are available since someone has… Continue reading Buying A Loose Cut Diamond Online

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What Color Should The Perfect Diamond Be?

Diamonds, which are made out of carbon, have been esteemed since ancient times. However, it wasn’t until the 1800s that they became extremely popular in the west. At that time technological betterments made the gems much little effort to mine, cut and polish. Moreover, with industrialization came economic wealth so more masses could afford to buy them.

Diamonds are widely used in jewelry because they are the hardest naturally occurring mineral known to man and they sparkle magnificently. In reality they are almost impossible to scratch, which makes them capable of withstanding wear and tear and suitable for permanent use… Continue reading What Color Should The Perfect Diamond Be?

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Nakshatra Diamonds | Style and Glamour

It goes without saying that the reputation of Nakshatra diamonds in India is overflowing into the worldwide market with the idealism and the expression of adoration and affection in a woman’s life.

Nakshatra diamonds is produced by the well known Gitanjali Group who are a prevailing jewellery maker and trader in India. They source diamonds at competitive prices from the Diamond Trading Company (division of the De Beers group).

They have a dominant presence within the diamond industry, with particular intrest in on sustainable revenues, who sell their merchandise through a network of franchised… Continue reading Nakshatra Diamonds | Style and Glamour

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Choosing A Cut And Shape In Loose Cut Diamonds

There are many benefits to buying loose cut diamonds rather than buying diamonds in a local jewelry store.  One of these benefits is that the loose cut diamonds will often cost thirty to thirty-five percent less than buying a diamond in a local store.This means that one that is cut in a more expensive way or a larger stone can be purchased online for the same amount of money as a lesser stone in a local store.  In addition, buying a loose cut diamond gives the individual the world to shop in rather than just the local area in which… Continue reading Choosing A Cut And Shape In Loose Cut Diamonds

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All About Certified Loose Diamonds

Although individuals might realize that buying loose diamonds can provide a better deal and more unique stones than buying stones that are already set in a ring, necklace or earrings, they might not know what to ask or look for when they are searching and run the chance of being taken in by websites that scam individuals with synthetic stones which are sold as real diamonds.  One of the keys to avoiding these scams is to make sure that the seller sells only certified loose diamonds, meaning that they have been verified as to their grade by an… Continue reading All About Certified Loose Diamonds

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Online Jewelry Appraisal Benchmark Package The quick and easy online package with the fastest possible result - Why? Because you fill in a simple multiple choice form and print your Certificate to your printer at Home or Work.

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Enhanced Packages With Qualified Appraisal Advisory Service Included...


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Once you have finished entering your data, let our Professional Gemologist Valuers take one last look at your information.

If they find anything 'Not Quite Right' they will send you a personalized email report with all the details needed to correct your Kit before you print.

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Online Jewelry Appraisal Deluxe Package The Deluxe Jewelry Appraisal Solution is our classic 'Hands-Off' program, when you are either NOT SURE if you can complete the assessment form by yourself - OR - in the event you simply do NOT have the time (or inclination) to do the work for yourself.

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At the Jewelry Appraisal Center we have several qualified and highly trained Technical Assistants who can complete the work on your behalf. Once they have all the details required, they usually complete the Appraisal Certificate inside 48 hours.

In order to participate in the Staff Assist Program however; you will need the original Store Receipts, eBay transaction information or old OUT-OF-DATE appraisals which you need upgraded into today's current value.

If you have used any of our Staff Assistants before and wish to use the same one again (subject to availability) then you can request them to look after you once you have registered. Please be aware they are very busy and can only help so many clients in a single day.

This Deluxe Option is like having your own Gemologist Appraiser work on your jewelry for you, and is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

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When Should You Use The Appraisal Advisory Service?


Appraisal Advisory Service The Appraisal Advisory Service is included in the Enhanced Package and at a discounted price. You will find it more than simply 'Useful' because of the advantages it provides.

For those past clients who may wish to add this service to one of their existing jewelry appraisals, it is also available as a Stand Alone Program - a clever way to maximize your appraisal valuation, especially if you are going to sell your jewelry in the future.

This allows our qualified gemologist and appraiser to 'Look Over' your online jewelry appraisal Kit BEFORE you print your Certificate to ensure everything has been entered correctly.

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Simply send us your original Store Receipt or eBay description - or better yet - an old 'Out-Of-Date' appraisal with the weights, sizes and qualities listed, and one of our highly trained Technical Assistants will complete the work for you. Too easy...

If you have already purchased kits in the past but wish to use this as a separate service, it is available by booking one of our staff today!

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Total 'Hands Off' Service with Annual Renewal Warranties


Extended Warranty Jewelry Appraisals In a recent survey, one of the most asked for inclusions was a way to 'Automate' the annual renewal on clients appraisals.

Generally this is required by your Insurance company each year or so, especially if the price of Gold or Gemstones has risen (or fallen) by more than 10% percent.

Customers simply wanted an easier way to get an upgrade without going through the procedure again - after all - the data is still in the database, so why type it all in again?

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It is illegal for me to do that because I can't see, feel, test or measure the item in question.

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