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DO’s and DON'Ts of Shopping for and Engagement Rings

  When it comes to buying engagement rings, there are several important do's and don'ts to consider. Here's a list to help guide you:   Do's: Set a budget Determine how much you are willing and a...

Are lab grown diamonds tacky?

How could lab-grown diamonds possibly be as special and valuable as earth mined diamonds? lab-grown diamonds have been on the rise. Alongside it, there is a huge amount of information out there. Th...

Are lab grown diamonds GIA certified? (How do I use certifications to buy the best diamond?)

The short answer to this question is yes. Lab-grown diamonds have been graded by the GIA since 2007. However, because they were lab-grown— previous reports were very different from mined diamonds. ...

What to AVOID when purchasing lab grown diamonds

Have you ever seen a diamond labeled as enhanced? Lab grown diamonds with faded colors, graining, or inclusions on its surface are undesirable and have less value. If a newly grown lab diamond has ...