Engagement Rings Through the Decades
When a bride says ‘Yes!’, it’s often said that she says ‘yes’ as much to the ring as the man. In fact, of such significance is the engagement ring that a public Facebook group, That’s It, I’m Ring Shaming has even earned the attention of mainstream media when giddy brides-to-be show off a creation that others consider […]
The Desert Rose Ring on Display
The Desert Rose Ring is available to View at the Cape Town Diamond Museum, located at The Clock Tower, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town. Featured as the showstopping piece at the Protagonist exhibition at the prestigious Salon Art New York 2019 event, this spectacular creation was designed and crafted by CEO and Founder, Yair Shimansky himself. […]
Why a Diamond is the Best Christmas Gift
‘Tis the season to sparkle, so if you’re looking for the perfect Christmas gift idea for her, look no further than a scintillating diamond. Few things are as memorable as unwrapping a diamond jewellery gift box underneath the Christmas tree, and the holidays are the perfect season to spoil someone special. Whether you hide it […]
Top 10 Things To Do In Cape Town
South Africa’s Mother City is brimming with an endless variety of activities and things to do. From the art and culture scene to its unrivalled natural beauty, Cape Town and its surrounding areas are in a class of their own when it comes to entertainment options. With that in mind, we’ve compiled a list of […]
The History of Diamond Cutting
A beautiful diamond is rich in history. Not only with it’s formation beneath the Earth’s crust billions of years ago; it’s also the end-result of thousands of years of development in technology and artistry to bring the stone to life through various cutting and polishing techniques. This fascinating history of diamond cutting should be enjoyed and appreciated as countless […]
Top 10 Facts about Black Diamonds
When you think of fancy colour diamonds, which colours come to mind? Images of sunny yellows, mesmerising blues and pretty pinks most likely pop into your head. But there’s one colour diamond that is a little less prevalent, yet it is one of the most fascinating of all – the black diamond. Believed to hold an […]
Everything You Need to Know About Black Diamonds
Black diamonds are an intriguing wonder of nature, being mysteriously beautiful and unique in their structure. They are strikingly different to their colourless counterparts and make a bold statement in jewellery. Here is everything you need to know about black diamonds and their unique beauty. Want to learn more about beautiful black diamonds? Book a diamond museum […]
The World’s Most Expensive Coloured Diamonds
Unlike white or colourless diamonds that are valued for their absence of colour, natural fancy colour diamonds are prized for their beautiful saturation of colour in every shade you can imagine. From canary yellow to exceptionally rare red, blue and green, we take a look at the top 10 most expensive coloured diamonds in the […]
White/Colourless Diamonds vs Fancy Colour Diamonds
When one thinks of a diamond, visions of a sparkling clear, white diamond engagement ring most likely comes to mind. Known as the most classic and traditional choice for centuries, colourless diamonds have certainly ruled in terms of popularity in Hollywood movies and jewellery store cabinets. But there’s a new style ‘rocking’ the scene: Fancy […]
Diamond Song Lyrics by Female Pop Stars
As a symbol of love, strength and prosperity, diamonds have inspired a variety of artists for so many years, contributing to the luxurious lifestyle of the rich so often represented by pop culture. In celebration of Women’s Month, we’re reminiscing of some the most scintillating songs about diamonds performed by a few of Hollywood’s most […]