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Dec 8, 20212 min read

'Tis the Season!

If you're planning a holiday proposal or even if you're just planning a significant jewelry gift this season, this is your friendly...

Oct 29, 20213 min read

What's the Deal with Lab-Grown Diamonds?

HPHT Lab-Grown Rough Diamond crystal Natural Octahedral Diamond Crystal I have seen a lot of lab-grown diamonds lately, so I want to...

Jun 21, 20211 min read

Gemstone Focus: Sapphires & Rubies

Here's something you might not have known: Sapphires come in every color of the rainbow, and when they are red, they're rubies. If you...

May 22, 20212 min read

Understanding Your Diamond Appraisal: Necessary Repairs

Sometimes when I appraise a piece, I will find that repairs are necessary. You will notice the prong at 9 o'clock is torn away from the...

Apr 21, 20213 min read

Understanding Your Diamond Appraisal: Changing Values

One of the things I am often asked to do is update appraisals from many years ago. Often, the value is similar to or even may be less...