diamonds
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What Is a Carat? Differences Between Carat and Karat
Source: Refat/Shutterstock.com You’ve heard the term “carat.” You’ve also heard “karat.” They both sound so similar, and they’re spelled almost exactly the same. Is there a difference between the two?…
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How to Choose an Engagement Ring That You Know You’ll Love Forever
Source: Roman Samborskyi/Shutterstock.com It can be both challenging and overwhelming to figure out which engagement ring will really wow your partner. You need to think about the metal type, setting,…
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What is a Diamond Clarity Scale? Diamond Clarity Grade Guide
Diamonds are formed under pressure underneath the Earth. If you’re not sure what the difference between color and clarity is or what the 4 Cs of diamond buying are, keep…
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The Ultimate Guide to the Most Popular Diamond Ring Cuts and Shapes
Exploring Verragio’s semi-mount ring settings and not sure what shape of diamond is perfect for you? Or more so, are you wondering what kind of diamond ring shapes and cuts…
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What Is the Bow Tie Effect in Oval Diamonds and How Can You Avoid It?
Source: pOnGz/Shutterstock.com There’s a reason why the oval cut diamond has become a tried and true favorite among fashion icons like Blake Lively and Kourtney Kardashian. This pretty diamond shape…
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What Is the Average Diamond Size for an Engagement Ring?
Source: H_Ko/Shutterstock.com As you peruse social media, magazines and jewelers for an engagement ring style that you like, you may come across some pretty hefty rocks. From Kate Middleton’s 12-carat…
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What Is an Emerald Cut Diamond?
Source: DiamondGalaxy/Shutterstock.com In the market for a diamond style that’s positively hypnotizing? Let us introduce you to the vastly underrated emerald cut diamond. This exquisite diamond is known for its…
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How Many Carats Should an Engagement Ring Be?
Source: Manish Mistry/Shutterstock.com In the United States, the average size of an engagement ring is around one carat, but there is no rulebook that says how big or small an…
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What Is a Princess Cut Diamond?
Whether you’re considering different types of engagement rings or designing a custom piece of jewelry to surprise a loved one, you can’t go wrong when you top it off with…
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Know Your Stones: Oval vs. Round Diamonds
If you’re deciding between stone shapes for your next jewelry purchase, chances are oval and round are at the top of your list. These classic shapes are among the most…