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History of The Diamond as an Engagement Ring If you’ve ever heard Beyonce’s “Single Ladies,” you’re familiar with the refrain, “If you liked it, then you shoulda put a ring on it.” But where does the idea of putting a ring on it come…

Scoop on Precious Metals Just about every piece of jewelry contains a precious metal. Same goes for old coins, watches, and silverware. But what makes them “precious” exactly?  Precious metals are elemental metals that are naturally occurring…

Hand Sanitizer and Fine Jewelry Chances are, you have hand sanitizer in your purse, pocket, or glove compartment — and with good reason! With the Covid-19 pandemic still hanging around, better safe than sorry. However, one thing most people haven’t…

All About Type IIA Diamonds Most people stumble across the 4 C’s of a diamond when researching an engagement ring. After all, those play a major factor in determining a diamond’s value and cost. But some people like to take it a step further —…