Diamond Clarity Described Clarity evaluates a gemstone’s internal and external clarity characteristics. Internal characteristics are called inclusions. These can be elements that were trapped in the stone as it grew or structural defects in the crystal lattice. External characteristics are classified as blemishes. ...
"This is Art Deco jewelry", "I love Art Deco jewelry", "I inherited Art Deco jewelry"... But, what is Art Deco jewelry really? When on the PriceScope forum, often at times we come across threads of Art Deco jewelry. Mesmerized by this captivating form of jewelry design. Some may question its history and what truly i...
The International Gemological Institute, better known as IGI, is the world's largest independent institute for analyzing and grading gemstones and fine jewelry. It is no coincidence that IGI has been given the world's leading gemological organization status. It is through years of study, collaboration, and synergy w...
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The Famous 4Cs If you know anything about diamonds it’s probably the 4 Cs... Carat, Color, Clarity and Cut. There’s plenty of information about the 4Cs which can be found online. You can also learn to define them in conversations with professionals and enthusiasts – but prioritizing them is not always easy. Some ...
We're pretty cool, right? As a species we are thoroughly enjoying the production of manmade diamonds. We’re making incredible breakthroughs. We're improving quality and using them in different sectors. We're mastering the craft of cooking our own diamonds in our own kitchens. At last, we’ve come to a place where m...
The Giant of Africa Nigeria is Africa's most populated nation and the seventh-most populous in the world. Home to more than 200 million people, "The Giant of Africa" is a diverse country with hundreds of different ethnicities and languages spoken. The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, is among the world's largest -...
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My Favorite Things “The Sound of Music,” one of the most popular musicals in history and a classic movie from 1965 starring Julie Andrews, has many memorable tunes. One that sticks with me, time and time again, is “My Favorite Things” - you know: Rain drops on roses and whiskers on kittens Bright copper kettles a...
Oh, DeBeers. ...One month ago I covered the positive actions you're taking in the natural diamond sector - from the beneficial partnership with National Geographic - to $17 million+ toward Covid relief and assistance for your African workforces. ...Two weeks ago I pivoted to lab-grown diamond schemes and you...
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