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Diamond Band Engagement Ring Guide: 12 Styles, Costs & Tips
Picture an engagement ring whose shimmer wraps all the way round the finger: that’s a diamond band. Instead of one headline stone, brilliant-cut diamonds are securely set into the shank itself, creating continuous sparkle and a sleek twist on the classic solitaire. In the UK, a neat half-eternity band in 18 ct gold starts at […]
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 […]
12 Types of Wedding Bands: Styles, Metals & Profiles (2025)
Choosing the wedding band you’ll wear every day can feel more complex than picking the engagement ring. It needs to sit neatly with your existing ring (or shine on its own), fit your lifestyle, and stand the test of decades. Then come the decisions: platinum or gold, court or flat, slim or bold, plain metal […]
Average Ring Size UK: Guide to Women’s & Men’s Measurements
For a quick reference, the average ring size in the UK sits between L and M for women—roughly 52 mm circumference—and T for men, about 61 mm. Those figures help when you need a ball-park number for a surprise proposal or an online order, yet they remain averages; the only way to guarantee comfort is […]
The Complete 2025 Guide to Hatton Garden Engagement Rings
Your proposal moment deserves more than a quick scroll through generic ring listings. A stroll along Hatton Garden’s cobbled streets unlocks workshops, showrooms and family-run ateliers ready to turn a diamond into an heirloom. Yet with choice comes questions: how much should you spend, which jewellers can you trust, and what exactly is a hidden […]
Affordable Lab Diamonds: Prices, Value, And Where To Buy
Lab-grown diamonds have changed how couples shop for engagement rings. You get the same sparkle, hardness, and chemical composition as mined diamonds, but at a fraction of the cost. If you’re searching for affordable lab diamonds, you’re not alone. More buyers than ever are choosing lab-grown options to stretch their budget without compromising on quality […]
Conflict Diamonds: What Are They, Risks & How to Avoid Them
Conflict or “blood” diamonds are rough diamonds mined in areas controlled by armed groups and sold to fund violence against legitimate governments. The trade has fuelled wars, mass displacement and grave human rights abuses, particularly in parts of Africa in the 1990s and early 2000s. Because cut and polished stones are indistinguishable, these diamonds can […]
13 Romantic Proposal Ideas in the UK: Best Places & Tips
You’re ready to propose but the pressure to create a perfect moment feels overwhelming. You want somewhere special, somewhere that captures your relationship and gives your partner a memory they’ll treasure forever. Scrolling through generic lists of Paris and Venice doesn’t help when you’re looking for something closer to home that feels uniquely yours. This […]
How to Create a Custom Wedding Band Design Online in the UK
You want a wedding band that feels like yours, not something pulled from a standard collection. Maybe your engagement ring has a unique shape, or you want details that reflect your personal style. Off the shelf options rarely fit perfectly, and visiting multiple jewellers takes time you might not have. Creating a custom wedding band […]
Do Lab Grown Diamonds Last? Durability, Sparkle, Longevity
Lab grown diamonds raise a big question for anyone considering them. Will they hold up over time? Will they keep their sparkle, or will they fade, scratch, or cloud after a few years? You want a diamond that lasts as long as your commitment, and these questions matter. Lab grown diamonds are real diamonds with […]
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