Published on December 13, 2013
Before the advent of such things as Cubic Zirconia (CZ), Synthetic Moissanite, and other synthetically produced colorless stones; natural white sapphires were and still are a beautiful alternative to the colorless diamond. Though it doesn’t have the same degree of dispersion or fire that a diamond has, or the modern synthetics have, what the white...
Published on November 20, 2013
While diamonds are thought to symbolize strength and eternity, and sapphires represent truth & fidelity; rubies with their fiery red hues, since their first discovery, have symbolized romance, passion, and undying love. Combining the color of fire that has warmed us since Man first struck two rocks together, the color of the blood that rushes...
Published on June 5, 2013
Padparadscha Sapphire is the only sapphire that is given its own name. The word is derived from the Sanskrit/Sinhalese word “padmaraga” that denotes the color of the lotus flower. Often described as a mix between a lotus flower and a sunset; Padparadscha sapphires range in hue from pinkish orange to orangey pink and the name...
Published on April 18, 2013
The Jazz Age, also known as the “Roaring 20s” has seen a resurgence in popularity as of late with the upcoming film The Great Gatsby starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Carey Mulligan. This era is known as Art Deco in the jewelry industry. This name is derived from the Exposition International des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes,...
Published on January 8, 2013
The worldwide color institute Pantone (with the Pantone Colors) has announced that the color of the year for 2013 is emerald green (see that article here). Emeralds exhibit a lush, vibrant green color often with the slightest hint of blue. Along with rubies and sapphires, emeralds are one of what the gemological world calls “The Big...
Published on December 31, 2012
The color red is on the minds of us all every winter season when the thoughts of autumnal changes fade to those of the holidays, the New Year, and of course the fast approaching Valentine’s Day. We all know what red means – as the color is much associated with this time of year. Red...
Published on November 16, 2012
“Color… thinks by itself, independently of the object it clothes.” – Charles Baudelaire “Color! What a deep and mysterious language, the language of dreams.” – Paul Gauguin “Colors express the main psychic functions of man.” – Carl Jung “There is no criterion by which to recognize what is a color, except that it is one...
Published on November 13, 2012
As the 2012 holiday season starts taking off, the newest trend we see forming is our customer’s love of truly unique one of a kind jewelry! As all of our settings are custom made we can help you find the perfect center piece for your exclusive jewelry piece Our unique sapphires are the perfect choice...
Published on October 10, 2012
Autumn is a second spring where every leaf is a flower, the famed French philosopher Albert Camus wrote of the autumn season. This thought provoking quote certainly applies to the autumnal beauty of our sapphires! Sapphires come in a variety of colors and in honor of the season we will turn our attention to the...
Published on September 27, 2012
Last week we discussed bridal and commitment jewelry. This week we will turn our attention to another special jewelry type: promise rings or pre-engagement rings. Promise rings are given to a romantic partner and signifies your special bond and commitment. Promise rings are sometimes worn on the left ring finger just like a traditional engagement...
