Top 10 Facts About Diamonds You Didn’t Know
Over the years, a diamond has remained one of the most spectacular gemstones of all time. But what exactly makes the diamond so fascinating? Not only does a diamond have the ability to captivate a person’s heart in just a few seconds, but the gemstone remains remarkable for the fact that they were formed before […]
What Does Your Birthstone Say About You?
During the Middle Ages, ancient healers believed all gemstones had special powers; the precious stones either had the ability to assist with health, wealth or luck. However, during this time the value of the gemstone didn’t play an important role, but rather the colour. Today, the tradition behind gemstones continue to fascinate many cultures worldwide. […]
How South Africa Changed the Diamond Industry Forever
South Africa is known for its beautiful landscape, wildlife, sunny weather and also for its diamond, gold and platinum reserves. However, it wasn’t until the late 1800s when the discovery of the first diamond in South Africa made diamonds more attainable to the middle class, changing the worldwide diamond industry forever. Why the discovery of […]
All You Need To Know About Ethical Diamond Mining
In 2006 a film called, Blood Diamond, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, took the entire world by storm. Not only did the movie bring unethical diamond mining to everyone’s attention, but it gave a very powerful message regarding conflict diamonds. With that in mind, Southern African diamond-producing regions made sure to put a system in place to […]
What Is It Like Being A Diamond Jeweller?
There’s nothing more fascinating than the journey of a diamond from mine to finger. Not only will a rough diamond undergo multiple steps before it reaches the hands of a skilled jeweller, but a diamond will continue a remarkable process after it arrives in a jewellery workshop. After being cut and polished into a beautiful […]
What Does It Take To Be A Diamond Setter?
When it comes to the design of an engagement ring, a diamond takes centre stage, but creating a diamond setting is an extremely delicate process. Therefore, it’s very important for a skillful diamond setter to be involved in the process of jewellery making. But why exactly is that? It’s up to a diamond setter to […]
What Does it Take to Be a Diamond Cutter?
When it comes to your engagement ring, there’s more to the diamond than meets the eye. Not only does it take multiple steps before the stone features on your ring, but it also takes the handiwork of a skilful craftsman, i.e. a talented diamond cutter. But what exactly does it take to be a diamond […]
Why Aren’t All Diamonds White In Colour?
Imagine holding a beautiful diamond in the palm of your hand. What is the very first characteristic you envision the diamond to have? For most individuals, the very first thought that jumps to mind is a sparkly colourless gemstone you usually find on an engagement ring. This traditional idea of a diamond is not easily […]
The Complete Diamond Supply Chain: From Mine to Finger
Did you know the mining practice of a rough diamond started more than a 1000 years ago? But what’s even more fascinating is the fact that even after so many years the process of finding and distributing a rough diamond still remain relatively the same. Of course, the industry has progressed with the advancements made […]
Top 10 most expensive celebrity engagement rings of all time
Engagement rings are the ultimate symbol of love and commitment. Therefore, it’s no surprise that Hollywood’s rich and famous indulge their significant others with some of the world’s most impressive diamonds. From George Clooney’s R10 million engagement ring to Amal to Marc Anthony’s beautiful rare blue 8.5 carat diamond to Jennifer Lopez, we simply can’t […]