Jewelry

After 26 years of non-stop, 24/7 production, the Ekati Diamond Mine in Canada’s Northwest Territories recently surpassed the 100-million-carat milestone. That’s equivalent to 22 tons of diamonds. Ekati is Canada’s first…

In this article, Afshin Shaddaie, one of the world’s foremost authorities on jewelry and diamonds, delves into the question of which diamond shapes appear the largest. With his expert insights, you’ll discover how different cuts…

Our newest collaboration is now live: three exclusive beaded necklaces featuring genuine gemstone beads + a vintage gold bead in the center. These necklaces have been so fun to collaborate on with…

When this Egyptian Revival necklace popped up in my email inbox, I thought, “oooh, pretty.” But when I read the accompanying press release and realized how cool its story really is, I knew I had to share it with you.…

Last week, the Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Dallas took the wraps off its newest exhibit titled “Topaz: A Spectrum in Stone.” The presentation, which will run through October 2025, features more than 100 exquisite topaz…

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you fabulous songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, we turn the calendar back to 2017, when a fresh-faced 16-year-old named Billie Eilish has just…

A 5.02-carat internally flawless fancy deep blue diamond is set to headline Christie’s Magnificent Jewels sale at The Henderson in Hong Kong later this month. The marquise brilliant-cut stone is flanked by trilliant-cut white…

In Francis Ford Coppola’s newly released sci-fi thriller, Megalopolis, Aubrey Plaza portrays a scheming enchantress named “Wow Platinum.” Since the 85-year-old master filmmaker and storyteller is renowned for his meticulous attention…

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you popular songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, Taylor Swift wants to wear her new boyfriend’s initial on a chain around her neck in the introspective…

At 8 a.m. on Friday, September 27, an amateur prospector arrived at Crater of Diamonds State Park eager to find a precious gemstone at the only diamond site in the world that is open to the general public. For $15, the visitor…

When selecting between white, yellow, and rose gold, each choice offers a unique blend of beauty, durability, and value. Benjamin Khordipour, one of the world’s leading experts, will help you find the ideal gold type for your…

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you heartfelt songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, former American Idol Scotty McCreery delivers a first-hand account of his mountaintop marriage…

October birthstones are a vibrant celebration of color and meaning, with opal and tourmaline taking center stage. This guide is brought to you by Benjamin Khordipour, a leading international jewelry expert with a Gemologist degree…

Canadian pop star Carly Rae Jepsen took to Instagram on Monday to reveal to her 2.6 million followers the non-traditional ring marking her engagement to Grammy Award-winning music producer Cole M.G.N. The ring spotlights what…

Welcome to Music Friday when we often bring you fun, throwback tunes with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Let’s hark back to the spring of 1958, when a handsome 23-year-old from Tupelo, MS, was…

A lavish three-strand diamond necklace linked to French aristocracy in the decade leading up to the 1789 French Revolution will be hitting the auction block at Sotheby’s Geneva this fall carrying a pre-sale estimate of between $1.8…

The Asscher cut diamond, with its mesmerizing step-cut facets and art deco allure, has captivated jewelry enthusiasts for over a century. In this guide, Benjamin Khordipour, a leading expert on vintage jewelry, esteemed author,…

A Hong Kong-based company that supplies the shell nuclei to major cultured pearl producers in French Polynesia, Myanmar, Indonesia, Japan and China is embedding RFID technology in its product to track a pearl’s origin and movement…

The Old European cut diamond is a timeless symbol of vintage elegance, cherished by collectors and enthusiasts. With its distinctive round shape, large facets, and high crown, this cut reflects the craftsmanship of a bygone era…

Four intricately crafted silver bracelets hidden under the floorboards of a Viking slave dwelling for 1,100 years were recently unearthed by archaeologists from Norway’s University of Stavanger’s Archaeological Museum. The…

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you great tunes with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, country singer Sam Outlaw plays the part of a callous lover in his 2017 release, “Diamond Ring.”…

Resizing your engagement ring can be important to ensure it fits perfectly on your finger, providing both comfort and security. In this article, renowned jewelry expert and author Benjamin Khordipour shares his insights on how to…

The tradition of giving engagement rings has evolved over centuries, becoming a timeless symbol of love and commitment. Written by Benjamin Khordipour, one of the world’s leading experts on vintage jewelry and a renowned author,…

You can say that Lucara is riding a mega-diamond hot streak. Less than a month after the mining company announced the recovery of an incredible 2,492-carat rough diamond from its Karowe Mine in Botswana, it is back in the news with…

Not only did Spaniard Jon Rahm win the LIV Golf Individual Championship in Chicago on Sunday, but he also took home an $18 million bonus and a commemorative ring that rivals the style and ingenuity of those awarded by the NFL, MLB…

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you throwback songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, 1970s icon John Denver copes with separation anxiety by promising a wedding ring in the timeless hit,…

With the recent discovery of a 391-carat Type IIa diamond at the Meya Mine in Sierra Leone, the tiny West African nation can now claim to be the source of six of the world’s most exceptional rough diamonds. Officially, the…

A perfectly picturesque proposal under the bright lights of Times Square in New York City took a terrible turn for the worse when South Carolinian Chasom Wilson fumbled the engagement ring just before popping the question to his…

Colored diamonds are among the most desirable and expensive diamonds in the market. In this article, Benjamin Khordipour gives a complete overview of what you’ll need to know before buying a colored diamond.Shop our collection of…

Fans of the US version of Antiques Roadshow on PBS learned a lot about “Kashmir” sapphires during a fascinating episode that originally aired in May of last year. It’s an episode well worth revisiting as we celebrate September’s…