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Gemology: What Is Gemology, Careers & How Gems Are Valued
Gemology (often spelled gemmology in the UK) is the scientific study of gemstones. It focuses on identifying and analysing gem materials — natural and lab‑grown — by their physical and optical properties, origins, and any treatments. In practice, gemology helps us tell look‑alike stones apart, judge quality and value, and understand how a gem should […]
Environmental Impact of Diamond Mining vs Lab-Grown Diamonds
The environmental impact of diamond mining refers to the measurable harm caused by extracting diamonds from the earth, including carbon emissions, water consumption, soil erosion, habitat destruction, and mineral waste. For every carat of mined diamond, operations produce 57 kilograms of carbon dioxide, generate 2.63 tonnes of mineral waste, and consume 480 litres of water. […]
Platinum Ring Durability: Scratches, Patina, And Daily Wear
When you’re choosing a ring you’ll wear every day for the rest of your life, the metal matters just as much as the stone. Platinum ring durability is one of the most common concerns we hear from couples visiting our Hatton Garden showroom, and rightly so. You want to know your investment can handle real […]
Engagement Ring Jewellers in London: 6 Top Picks for 2025
Choosing an engagement ring should feel thrilling, not overwhelming. Yet a quick search for engagement ring jewellers in London throws up a maze of options across Hatton Garden, Bond Street and beyond, each promising “the one”. How do you weigh natural vs lab‑grown diamonds, understand settings and styles, check lead times, and still keep to […]
How to Care for Your Engagement Ring: 7 Expert Tips
Your engagement ring represents one of the most meaningful purchases you’ll ever make. It symbolises your relationship and sits on your finger every single day. But this daily wear brings real risks. Soap dulls the sparkle. A knock at the gym can loosen the setting. One moment of carelessness near a sink could mean disaster. […]
Diamond Price Calculator UK: Estimate Value By The 4Cs
Buying a diamond is one of the most significant purchases you’ll make, and understanding what you’re paying for matters. Whether you’re budgeting for a proposal or assessing a stone’s resale value, a diamond price calculator UK tool can help you estimate costs based on specific characteristics. But here’s what most online calculators won’t tell you: […]
Find Your Ring Size: Free At-Home Tools & UK/US/EU Chart
Getting the right ring size shouldn’t feel like guesswork. Between UK letters, US numbers and EU millimetres—and fingers that change with temperature—it’s easy to end up with a ring that pinches or spins. If you’re shopping online, planning a surprise proposal, or choosing stacking bands, accuracy matters. This guide gives you simple, reliable ways to […]
Radiant Cut Engagement Rings: 15 Styles, Costs & Buying Tips
Searching for an engagement ring that marries the crisp outline of an emerald with the fire of a round brilliant? A radiant-cut diamond could be the answer. Its cropped corners form a neat square or elongated rectangle, while around 70 intricate facets produce a glittering “crushed-ice” sparkle that flatters every hand. Whether you’re browsing for […]
7 Best London Jewellers for Unique Engagement Rings 2025
You’re ready to find a ring that feels like no one else’s — but London’s jewellery scene can be overwhelming. Between copy‑paste settings, pushy sales floors and conflicting advice on natural vs lab‑grown diamonds, it’s hard to know who will really listen, design thoughtfully and deliver on time (and on budget). You want character, craftsmanship […]
Lab Grown Diamond Certification: GIA vs IGI, How to Check
A lab grown diamond certification is an official document from an independent gemological laboratory that verifies the quality and characteristics of your diamond. Think of it as your diamond’s passport. The certificate details the stone’s colour, clarity, cut, and carat weight, all graded by trained gemologists using industry standard methods. Without this documentation, you have […]
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