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Why Diamonds Look “Bigger” Face-Up Than Their Carat
People often think carat equals size. It doesn’t. Carat measures weight — 1 carat is 200 milligrams — not the visible surface area you ...
Brilliance vs Fire vs Scintillation: The Sparkle Trio Explained Simply
When you look at a finished gem and say it “sparkles,” you’re describing three related but distinct effects: brilliance, fire, and scin...
Jewelry and Sunscreen: Which Finishes Hate SPF
Sunscreen protects skin — but it can be rough on jewelry. Oils, silicones, chemical UV filters and mineral particles in SPF lotions can...
Travel Jewelry Capsule: 6 Pieces, 30 Looks, Zero Regrets
Travel with less jewelry and more confidence. This capsule uses six well-chosen pieces that mix easily, suit different climates and act...
Superglue on a Cracked Gem? The Safer Emergency Move
Superglue (cyanoacrylate) is a tempting fix for a cracked or loose gem. It sets fast and seems to hold pieces in place. But jewelry rep...
Sizing Beads vs Spring Inserts: The At-Home Fix That Actually Works
Small size problems are common. A ring can slip, turn, or sit too tight at the knuckle. Two simple fixes are sizing beads and spring in...
“Not Our Stone” Fears: How to Document Your Diamond Before Drop-Off
Dropping a diamond at a jeweler for repair, resizing, or cleaning brings up a common fear: “What if they return a different stone?” You...
Loose Stone Policy: What US Stores Will—and Won’t—Fix for Free
Loose stones are a common service request in jewelry stores. What a store will fix for free depends on three things: the cause (manufac...
Maintenance Schedules: How Often Should You Re-Rhodium in America?
Rhodium plating gives white gold and other jewelry a bright, reflective finish and helps hide the slight yellow cast of gold alloys. Bu...
Lifetime Cleaning vs 2-Year Warranty: Which Protects You More in the US?
When you buy jewelry in the US you’ll see offers like “lifetime cleaning” and “2‑year warranty.” They sound similar but protect very di...
