Red Gemstone Buying Guide – Part 1

Blame it on St. Valentine, but February is synonymous with the color red. Giving your special someone a red gemstone jewelry piece would be the ultimate token of affection to mark the upcoming holiday dedicated to romance. When considering purchasing a red gemstone such as ruby, garnet, or red diamond, there are a few key facts and considerations to keep in mind.

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Download GIA’s 4Cs Guide to Understanding Diamond Quality

Here is a simple reference guide designed to help anyone shopping for a diamond understand the 4Cs of Diamond Quality; color, clarity, cut and carat weight.

This guide will help you navigate and understand the relative quality differences that exist on the color, clarity and cut grading scales.

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Diamond Buying Guide – Part 2

Previously we outlined four basic steps to purchasing a diamond. Today we will expand on our explanation of the 4Cs – the four factors that determine a diamond’s value.

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Diamond Buying Guide – Part 1

Buying a diamond can be a significant purchase both emotionally and financially, but it doesn’t have to be intimidating. Here are four basic steps to ensure that the journey to find your perfect diamond is as pleasurable as admiring the diamond you finally select.

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Amethyst – A Variety of Quartz

Did you know that amethyst — February’s dazzling birthstone — is actually the purple variety of the mineral quartz?

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