engagement rings
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Emeralds Continue to Soar
There has recently been a significantly increased global demand for ethically sourced and well-graded emeralds, as is evidenced by the 141 percent increases in sales of rough and finished emeralds…
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Legendary Hollywood Starlet’s Massive Diamond Ring Heads to the Auction Block
Gloria Swanson, Hollywood actress and silent movie star, left many legacies behind in the industry when she ended her career in 1974. She was well known for her style, fashion,…
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Verragio’s Raised Engagement Rings: Just a Bit Above the Rest
The evolution of the engagement ring has gone from family heirlooms, to standard solitaires, and has now become works of art and unique expressions of personal taste over the years. …
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We May Have a Winner: Kate Middleton finds a Wedding Dress Designer at McQueen
It’s been one of the most anticipated ‘reveals’ of the royal wedding set for this April, and with just over a month left, the question of who will design the…
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Canadian Diamonds and Pear Shaped Engagement Rings
Although almost half of the world’s diamonds come from Central and South Africa, there are other areas of the world that yield the most coveted gemstones, such as Australia for…
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Pink Diamonds Continue to Dominate
The demand, and subsequently the price, of pink diamonds has sky rocketed over the past couple of years, making them the most sought after and coveted colored diamonds on the…
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Could Tanzanite be the Next ‘It’ Gemstone for Engagement Rings?
Jessica Simpson’s recent engagement ring shined a spotlight on rubies. The royal engagement ring from England’s Prince William to Kate Middleton certainly propelled Sapphires back to popularity. And celebrities like Reese…
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Karina Smirnoff Plans a Destination Wedding
Professional Ballroom dance Karina Smirnoff has a full plate these days; the five-time U.S. National Champion’s name has been included in the line-up with Ralph Macchio for the upcoming season…
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Costco Joins the Bridal Community, and Not in Bulk Engagement Rings
Not to be outdone by other retailers like J. Crew and Anthropologie, Costco, of all places, has now gotten into the wedding business. But maybe not in the way you’d…
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Asscher Cut Diamond Engagement Rings: Still Regal
The Royal Asscher Diamond Company has had their royal title extended by Her Majesty the Queen of Netherlands, for a second time last month. The historic jewelry house is most…