Choosing a ring is an exciting and meaningful experience, but ensuring it fits perfectly is essential. Whether you're purchasing a ring for yourself or as a gift for someone special, knowing the correct ring size is crucial for comfort and aesthetics. While determining your ring size may seem daunting, we're here to guide you through the process, providing you with simple and effective methods to find the perfect fit.

There is a lot to think about when you are ready to start shopping for an engagement ring.  The amount of information telling you what you should want can be mind-boggling, but if it gets to be overwhelming always come back to the reason you are in the market for an engagement ring in the first place.  You have fallen in love with a very special person who you want to spend the rest of your life with!  An engagement ring is a wearable symbol of this love, but it does not need to be a literal representation of the value this person brings to your life by a fixed dollar amount.

There are many factors that go into the decision to buy a diamond. The 4Cs - cut, color, clarity and carat weight - are used to define the differences between stones and will all play into the cost and appearance of a diamond during the selection process. However, the age of the stone can also be an important element to take into consideration.

Throughout history, certain art movements have left an indelible mark on the world of design. One such movement that continues to captivate enthusiasts and collectors alike is Art Deco. Originating in the 1920s and flourishing throughout the 1930s, Art Deco jewelry represents a stunning synthesis of opulence, geometric shapes, and modernist aesthetics. From the exquisite craftsmanship to the use of luxurious materials, Art Deco jewelry holds a timeless allure that continues to inspire contemporary artisans. In this blog post, we delve into the captivating world of Art Deco jewelry, exploring its history, defining characteristics, and enduring legacy.

Natural diamonds are formed deep within the Earth under the extreme heat and pressure.  Due to this process of creation, diamonds will carry a unique chemical structure based on the minerals present.  Often, the minerals present during the formation process impacts the presence of color in the rough diamond material.  Determining a diamond’s color grade is objectively grading the absence of naturally occurring color. A chemically pure and structurally perfect diamond will be completely colorless, like a pure, unadulterated drop of water.  The purity of material is rare, which is why diamonds with high color grades are tremendously valued.

If a rose by any other name will smell as sweet, what about a diamond?  What’s in the name?  There have been many stages in the history of diamond cutting practices - techniques and new technologies have been developed to enhance the hardest material on Earth to dazzling proportions.  Understanding what is in the name and characteristics behind the look will help to identify the time period in which a diamond was cut which can often help to date a piece of antique jewelry.

Natural, Earth-mined diamonds and diamonds that are created in a laboratory setting are chemically indistinguishable, only different in origin. Both of these are durable and beautiful, with the same sparkling light performance as each other. Where they differ is in their formation process.

Defining the 4 C's of diamond quality.

Natural diamonds are formed under the extreme heat and pressure from deep within the earth.  Due to this process of creation, diamonds will carry a unique set of birthmarks or freckles known in the jewelry industry as inclusions and blemishes.  Determining a diamond’s clarity is objectively grading the absence of these naturally occurring birthmarks.  

Similar to how you care for your vehicle, a visit to the dealership isn’t necessary when a car wash is all you need most of the time. A routine of simple cleaning at home from month to month will do a lot when it comes to the care of your everyday jewelry like engagement rings and wedding bands.

Between annual maintenance visits to have your jewelry professionally cleaned and polished, this simple cleaning method with household products is all you need for monthly care of your jewelry.  

Congratulations on your engagement!!  This is an exciting time sure to be filled with all kinds of joy and plans for the future - from wedding details to how you and your partner will share a life together!  With a stunning new ring on your finger, you will want to take good care of the ring itself and ensure you will be able to show it off for decades to come!