Diamond Education

Jewelry Appraisal
22-August 2020A jewelry appraisal is a professional evaluation that verifies the authenticity, quality and value of your piece. They are commonly used for insurance replacement of the value of the piece in case something happens to it, whether that’s theft, loss, damage, or something else. An appraisal...
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Diamonds are Primal
22-October 2019Jason Quick AGS Laboratories Director Here’s a simple fact: Diamonds are primal. People don’t merely love diamonds. We lust after them. Diamonds evoke powerful, raw emotions, beyond reason and rationality. When we catch the dream, we can’t let go. Anyone working in this crazy, beautiful industry knows what I’m talking about. Diamonds are mirrors to…
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American Gem Society
11-July 2018When shopping for something as rare and precious as jewelry, you want to feel confident about your purchase. Does your jeweler undergo annual recertification? Learn more about credentialed jewelers here. #KnowYourJeweler http://www.ags.org/whattolookforin As a member of the American Gem Society, we adhere to standards that not only comply with governing laws, but that go beyond to…
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4 Cs of Diamonds
11-July 2018You’ve probably heard about the 4Cs of a diamond, and you may even know that it stands for Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat Weight. Let’s take a deeper look behind the 4Cs of a diamond! Cut Of all the 4Cs, Cut has the greatest effect on a diamond’s beauty. In determining the quality of the…
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Credentialed Jeweler
11-July 2018Looking for a ring? Look here: http://www.americangemsociety.org/findajeweler When shopping for colored gemstone jewelry, a knowledgeable, certified jeweler can clarify the value of the stones and explain any differences in pricing. Plus you can shop more comfortably knowing that any modifications or enhancements to the stone will be fully disclosed. Credentialed jewelers who regularly update their education…
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