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I Do: Vintage Engagement Ring Do's & Dont's

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 02.04.22 | Courtney Tannler

Romance is in the air. There’s no better time than the present to start thinking about popping the question. If you or someone you know is ready to propose, it's a great time to consider vintage engagement rings. Check out these do's and don'ts when shopping for vintage, antique, and heirloom engagement rings.

Black Diamonds ... Oh, So Unique

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 04.24.21 | Susan Leeper

Last week, we focused on all the fabulous shades of colored diamonds (brown, yellow, green, blue, red, pink, and purple). This week, our gemologist, Susan Leeper, brings us the glamour, allure, and extraordinary timelessness of the black diamond....

Colored Diamonds of April ... Oh, So Pretty

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 04.15.21 | Susan Leeper

Who says diamonds should be white? Did you know that diamonds come naturally in a wide array of colors and hues ranging from the most common -- browns -- to the extraordinarily rare red diamond? Since the diamond is April's birthstone, we are celebrating the mighty diamond.

Jewelry Part V - Jewelry & Gemology Primer

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 01.08.21 | Jennifer Ventresca

Large. Small. Opaque. Clear. Antique. Vintage, Contemporary. Gems come in different shapes, sizes, colors, clarities, and age. Learn some gemology basics in part V of our jewelry series, Bring on the Blingology.

Jewelry Part IV - Jewelry Types

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 12.23.20 | Jennifer Ventresca

For millenia, people have sought ways to decorate themselves beyond clothing and textiles. From ancient times to the modern era, jewelry has played a key role in personal adornment -- from rings to necklaces to earrings. Learn about key types of jewelry ....