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How to buy a Diamond Tennis Bracelet (Part2)

17th August 2018 By Coby Shalev

The Classic Tennis Bracelet The classic tennis bracelet has diamonds set close together and is flexible along its entire length. Fancier designs, with stones spaced out, or those combining different shapes and gemstones may or may not be called tennis bracelets. Tennis Bracelet Styles and Settings While most designs contain one row of diamonds, some […]

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How to buy a Diamond Tennis Bracelet (Part1)

16th August 2018 By Coby Shalev

What are Tennis Bracelets? History & Background Any flexible bracelet made of metal, (connected by a thin, precious metal chain,) generally gold or platinum and set with diamonds and / or gemstones around the whole band can be referred to as a tennis bracelet. The bracelet sits close to the wrist making it comfortable to […]

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How to Buy Diamond Stud Earrings (Part 3)

23rd May 2018 By Coby Shalev

Settings for Diamond Earrings There are different types of settings available, and the most popular are prong settings and bezel settings. Generally, bezels are more secure as they hold the diamonds by encircling them within a metal band. The downside to bezel settings is that they also hide more of the diamond compared with prong […]

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How to Buy Diamond Stud Earrings (Part 2)

23rd May 2018 By Coby Shalev

Measuring Diamond Quality 1 Choosing the cut When it comes to diamond studs Cut is far more important than colour or clarity. In reality the only thing you notice about studs (unless the quality is very poor) is the sparkle and the size. Therefore it’s imperative that the diamond is well cut. Not only will […]

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How to Buy Diamond Stud Earrings (Part 1)

23rd May 2018 By Coby Shalev

Diamond studs are, without a doubt, one of the most universally desired accessories. They make for a perfect gift because they are always wearable. Every woman needs a pair. They’re probably the most versatile piece of jewellery out there and can be worn with anything, for any occasion.  They’re great for casual evenings, work and formal […]

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Solitaire Diamond Pendant Buying Guide (Pt 2)

10th May 2018 By Coby Shalev

Diamond Settings What setting is best for a Diamond Pendant? This is something that should be carefully considered in relation to the style of the wearer. A bezel setting, where the diamond is set directly into the metal, is generally considered to be a more contemporary style. Whereas a prong setting, much like you might […]

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Solitaire Diamond Pendant Buying Guide (Pt 1)

10th May 2018 By Coby Shalev

Solitaire Diamond Pendant Buying Guide A diamond solitaire pendant is a classic, timeless piece of jewellery which suits any outfit and all occasions. It is loved for its simplicity, worn for its beauty and treasured because it is enduring.  The solitaire diamond pendant is for life and guaranteed to never go out of fashion. Pendants and […]

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Pavé and Micro-Pavé Settings

8th January 2018 By Coby Shalev

Pavé and Micro-Pavé Settings What is a Pavé or Micro-Pavé Setting? Pavé is pronounced “pa-vay” and originates from the French word meaning paved, to best describe the arrangement of diamonds set across the surface. Diamonds are arranged at regular intervals in close proximity and in a uniform arrangement, building up what appears to be a […]

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Pavé Setting

3rd January 2018 By Coby Shalev

The pavé setting, pronounced “pa-vay,” comes from the French word “to pave,” meaning a ring paved with diamonds. This is achieved by setting very small diamonds close together with almost no space between them. The process involves drilling a series of small holes into the ring, carefully placing each stone into its designated hole. Tiny […]

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GRAIN SETTING

24th December 2017 By Coby Shalev

Grain set rings are set with diamonds or coloured stones held, quite literally, within grains of metal that are raised from the ring to hold each stone in a precision setting. For each small stone this process involves drilling a ‘seat’, or raising a small piece of metal from the ring where the stone will […]

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