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The History of Diamond Cuts
… brilliant have come and gone each claiming to surpass it in some way. None have captured our imagination or hearts the way the modern round brilliant has. It has been and remains the most frequently chosen diamond cut for engagement rings and other jewelry. We hope you have enjoyed this exploration of diamond history. What’s your favorite old diamond cut? Let us know in the comments below, and stop by the shop to see real life examples of these beautiful pieces of the …
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Types of Necklace Chains
… bump up their cost over similar styles of the same thickness. Snake Chain Snake chains are comprised of small snug rings that form a smooth circular tube shape. These chains are more flexible than the herringbone and omega but are still … remain visible even after the repair. Snagging – Although they look like one, continuous piece, the tightly packed rings can actually catch on hair and other fibers during daily wear. Serpentine Chain (Cobra, Boston Link, S-Link, C-Link, …
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The Birthstones
… celibacy and symbolize piety, amethyst was very important in the ornamentation of Catholic and other churches in the Middle Ages. It was, in particular, considered to be the stone of bishops and bishops still often wear amethyst rings. The Greek work “amethystos” basically can be translated as “not drunken.” Amethyst was considered to be a strong antidote against drunkenness, which is why wine goblets were often carved from it! The gemstone still symbolizes sobriety. …
