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Jewelry Trend Predictions for 2014
GIA instructors, researchers, and other staffers are responsible for spotting jewelry trends. We’ve asked them to peer into their crystal balls and share their predictions for 2014. Robert Ackermann, Jewelry Manufacturing Arts instructor: Blue is going to...
Super Bowl Bling Rings
The Super Bowl is the most popular sporting event in the United States – almost 110 million Americans watched it in February 2013. So it’s not surprising that the Super Bowl ring is a matter of serious interest. As the game has grown in popularity, the...
2013 Engagement Ring Trends: Beyond the Diamond Solitaire
Believe it or not, 2013 is nearing its close and 2014 trend reports are already on the horizon. But with engagement season upon us (according to a survey conducted by prominent online wedding site The Knot in 2011, 32% of engagements take place in November...
A Guide to Diamond Color: D-to-Z
Even the slightest change in diamond color can affect the quality and value of a diamond. Although most diamonds are thought of as colorless (that is, not fancy-colored), most colorless diamonds actually contain hints of brown and yellow. These differences in...
What is a Solitaire Setting?
A diamond solitaire refers to any piece of jewelry with a single diamond. Diamond solitaires can be a ring, necklace, earring or even men’s jewelry. They have come to mark some of the most significant occasions in one’s life, like sweet-sixteen,...
One frequent request GIA receives is, “Can you recommend a reputable jeweler?” The jewelry-buying landscape offers so many options: buying online, through retail chains, neighborhood jewelry stores, and even independent sellers. Establishing a relationship with a jeweler can seem daunting and confusing. GIA is here to help. While it can’t recommend specific jewelers or businesses, it does offer tools and tips to help you navigate your way through choices.
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Next up in GIA’s 4Cs Q&A series is diamond cut grading.
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August’s fascinating birthstone may be called the “extreme gem” because it is formed in the most extreme conditions, found in lava, meteorites and deep within Earth’s mantle. Peridot has been found in pallasite meteorites, which contain remnants of our solar system’s birth. In 2006, peridot was found in comet dust brought back from the Stardust robotic space probe.
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Understand all the aspects of the Diamond Clarity Scale, in the second of GIA’s 4Cs Q&A series.
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Platinum is a metal favored by jewelers for its durability, malleability and significant weight. It doesn’t tarnish and maintains its natural white color, making it an excellent option for heirloom jewelry. And because it’s long lasting , platinum creates a secure setting for diamonds and gemstones, making it a top choice for engagement and wedding rings to last a lifetime.
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