Stories of Gems

Stories from history and current events - about fabulous jewelry, gemstones, designers, and collectors
Tips for buying jewelry, and jewelry trends

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What are salt and pepper diamonds?

I only recently became aware of salt and pepper diamonds, which I'm a little embarrassed about. I guess they’re incredibly popular! Now,...

Tennis Bracelets, anyone?

I know Wimbledon is over, but I’m still excited about tennis! And it’s a sport where jewelry is expected?! Even better! Today I walk you...

Are lab grown diamonds really better for the environment?

Now that lab grown diamonds are becoming more and more available, and more companies have them as as option, it only makes sense that...

Should you buy a lab grown diamond for your engagement ring?

Lab grown diamonds are here, gem gals! And they’re pretty amazing. I mean, they are diamonds, after all! If you are thinking of getting a...

Buying a diamond online? Be smart.

Whenever I tell people I’m a gemologist, they always ask me about their wedding rings. And since most wedding rings have diamonds, I end...

Finders keepers – the story of a stolen diamond

Happy Thanksgiving, gem gals! Today is Turkey Day, where I eat myself into a coma, watch football, and visit with family. In my life,...

Diamonds grown in a lab – do you care?

Lately, I have been sitting on the sidelines watching everyone in the the jewelry industry completely freak out! Why are they so riled...

Which of the 4 C’s is the most important?

If you’ve been shopping around for a diamond, chances are you already know about the 4 C’s. But I understand it can still be confusing....

The Hope Diamond is a Star, literally!

This is my last post in the What We Do For Diamonds series. I hope you’ve enjoyed it as much as I’ve enjoyed writing it! Today, I want to...

Why the 4 C’s are so important for diamonds

If you’re shopping for a diamond, it’s likely you’ve heard of the 4 C’s. You might think they’re helpful, and you’re ready to go to town...

What color is YOUR diamond?

“A diamond is a girl’s best friend.” “A diamond is forever.” Sound familiar? Of course. They are the taglines of a brilliant marketing...