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Eternity Ring vs Anniversary Ring

If you are looking for a gift for a special anniversary or special date that says eternal love you have two choices, an eternity ring or an anniversary ring. What is the difference and how do you make your choice? Both types of ring feature a precious metal band and identically cut precious gems. The […]

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Jewelry Lifestyle

2022’s Top Engagement Ring Trends

Engagement rings are universally popular so long as engagements are happening, and now that society appears to be opening back up, more of these special events are happening. That means it’s easier to figure out what’s trending in engagement rings this year.  There is a range of trends grabbing people’s attention in the engagement ring […]

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Earth-Created Or Lab Grown Diamonds: Can You Tell The Difference?

Two types of diamonds are popular today – lab-grown diamonds and earth-created diamonds. Lab-grown diamonds have become much more popular, and that’s because they’re a suitable choice for engagement rings and other types of jewelry. But earth-created diamonds are preferred by people who desire authentic diamonds.  In this article, we’ll explore whether you can tell […]

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Jewelry

Diamond Sparkle: How To Maximize Your Glow

Diamond sparkle is common to all diamonds and is highly sought after for engagement rings and similar jewelry items. It means the way light is reflected off the facets of the diamond. This depends on the cut of the diamond. At the right level of quality, certain types of cut create stunning reflections. This is […]

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Jewelry

Things You Need to Know About Gemstone Engagement Rings

When choosing a gemstone for an engagement ring, there are several things to keep in mind. When your engagement ring has a gemstone it will be unique as the vast majority of engagement rings feature diamonds. Things you need to know about gemstone engagement rings start with the hardness and durability of gemstones versus diamonds. […]

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Which States Spend the Most (and the least) on Engagement Rings?

Engagement rings are expensive purchases, especially when just starting life on your own. On average Americans spend $6,351 on an engagement ring according to a 2017 study. How does this break down across the country? Which states spend the most (and the least) on engagement rings? While the average is $6,351, the range of what […]

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Jewelry Shopping

Things to Look For When Purchasing an Emerald Cut Eternity Band

A gift that will shine and give joy for years and years is an emerald cut eternity band. The understated beauty of an emerald cut eternity band avoids the ostentatious look of some settings. Nevertheless, it is clearly a gift of everlasting love as well as a statement of substance. The streamlined, attractive line of […]

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Fashion Jewelry Shopping

What Are Lab Grown Diamonds?

We treasure diamonds because they are beautiful and are so hard that they last virtually forever. Until just the last few decades all diamonds were those formed under intense heat and pressure deep in the earth. But in the late 20th-century science found ways to create diamonds in the laboratory. Lab-grown diamonds are just as […]

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Creative Jewelry

Lab-created Diamonds vs. Moissanite

If you are looking for an alternative to a natural diamond for an engagement ring or other jewelry, two possibilities are diamonds that are created in the laboratory and moissanite, which is also created in the lab. While lab-created diamonds have the same hardness and sparkle as a naturally occurring diamond, moissanite sparkles even more […]

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Jewelry Rings & Bands

Wedding Ring Engraving Ideas

Wedding rings symbolize the bond of love we share with our partner for life. Your choices of precious metal and style are important. But, don’t forget about engraving your rings. This is a way to personalize your rings. You can be funny with your engraved message or serious. Many couples simply choose to commemorate the […]