Conflict gemstones and diamonds (popularly referred to as ‘blood diamonds’) are mined in countries filled with civil wars and unrest. The money received from the sale of these stones is used to fund rebel movements and warlords. In an effort to stop these practices, the UN has put sanctions on these diamonds, making the sale of such gemstones and diamonds illegal. Conflict free diamonds and ethically...
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The one’s you might not know Burnt your tongue? Lick a diamond. Although this is highly UNADVISED, a diamond actually cools down your tongue, drawing heat away from it with its heat conducting qualities. Diamonds Don’t Like it That Hot Although diamonds are among the hardest natural substances on earth, they will vanish completely in an oven at 763 degrees – without leaving a single...
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Diamonds Simple question…complicated answer. What is the best diamond shape….for what? What is the best shape for your hand? What’s best for light performance? What diamond works best with a particular setting? Unfortunately there are no definitive answers…what matters is finding the best diamond shape for you and your partner. Shedding some light on diamond shapes A complete diamond shape education section is available, explaining what...
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Taking care of your diamonds is an important aspect of maintaining a wide collection of diamond jewelry. Just like the grand dame of cinema and style, Elizabeth Taylor has famously said that none can posses the radiance but only admire it. And if you want to admire your radiant diamonds from a close counter and receive loads of compliments and admiration from your envied peers,...
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