Cubic Zirconia: A Good Choice for Your Engagement Ring
Even though diamonds have been the precious gemstone of choice for engagement rings over the years, the cubic zirconia or CZ stones are gaining in popularity today as a viable, affordable replacement for diamonds. The process for creating CZs in the lab did not always turn out favourable results in the early days of their […]
Zircon: December Birthstone Qualities
Zircon is one of the December birthstones and is known for its fire and high-refraction ability. In addition, this gemstone comes in all types of rocks from igneous to sedimentary, and this makes it readily available for the jewellery market. It comes in a variety of colours from clear to shades of blue. People often […]
Buy a Quality Topaz Gemstone
Topaz is a highly popular gemstone not only as a November birthstone, but also as an attractive, precious gem for various pieces of jewellery. As with other gems, you must learn how to purchase a quality topaz gemstone to ensure that it will be as attractive and valuable as possible for you. While all topaz […]
Topaz: Your November Birthstone
Topaz is the November birthstone, and it ranks at the top of the hardness scale for silicate minerals. Even though this gemstone ranges in colour from clear to pale green, the yellow and the gold colours are commonly associated with this birthstone for those born in the month of November. Of course, whichever colour you […]
A Basic Guide in Buying Quality Opal Gemstone
With opals being the October birthstone, many people are in search of jewellery that contains this gemstone either to wear or for a gift. Before purchasing any pieces of opal jewellery, though, you need to realise how to detect quality stones. Experts grade opal gemstones ranging from extra fine to below commercial classifications in accordance […]
Tourmaline and Opal: October Birthstones
The October birthstones are two remarkable types of gemstones, namely tourmaline and opal. While they are both visually appealing, they differ from each other in a number of different ways. Each one will enhance the jewellery of one’s choice when he or she wishes to wear his or her birthstone daily or to special events. […]
The Classic Appeal of Grandfather Clocks That Never Grows Old
For centuries, homeowners have enjoyed the classic appeal of long-case or grandfather clocks. From the quality cabinetry to the accuracy of the movement, these clocks deserve a place of honour in a room in order to be an important, attractive decor element. On top of this, you can pass down these clocks to other generations […]
Sapphire: The Birthstone for September
Since ancient times, sapphires have been prized for their unique colours and distinct characteristics. In fact, the sapphire is the birthstone for September. While this gemstone comes in a variety of colours from yellow to purple, the blue shades of it are the most popular. These shades range from a pale blue to dark blue […]
Vintage Inspired Engagement Rings: The Old That’s New in Style
When you desire an antique appearance to your engagement ring, but you prefer a new setting and stone, you need to turn to vintage inspired engagement rings to fulfil your expectations. Vintage-inspired rings take the best of antique styles, such as Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco and duplicates their ambiance but with a modern […]
Peridot, Sardonyx and Spinel: The 3 Birthstones of August
While certain months only have one birthstone that people associate with them, August has three birthstones, namely peridot, sardonyx and spinel. Each one offers its own unique characteristics, history and superstitions. We provide a bit of information on these birthstones to help you learn additional facts. PERIDOT Since ancient times in Egypt, peridots have been […]