Education

Notes on diamonds, plainly written.

No gemological theatre. The questions our clients actually ask, answered the way we'd want answered.

6 min read

Lab-grown vs mined diamonds: what actually differs

Chemically identical, optically identical, structurally identical. The differences are origin, price, and how the value travels with you.

8 min read

Cut, colour, clarity, carat — what they mean, what to compromise on, and where to spend.

5 min read

Round, emerald, oval, marquise — how each wears day-to-day.

4 min read

18k vs 14k, plating, patina, and how skin tone interacts with each.

3 min read

How to surprise someone without surprising the jeweller.

4 min read

A weekly routine, the things to avoid, and when to bring it in.