Diamond Idioms and Phrases
21 November 2016
Due to their unique properties and stunning aesthetic, diamonds have captivated the public imagination– and infiltrated our language. Here are a few of the most famous diamond-related sayings: ● A diamond in the rough: a good person who lacks traditional manners or social skills. ● Diamonds are a girl’s best friend: a phrase first written […]
Testimonial from Margaret, UK
17 November 2016
I have received my ring inset with diamonds from Anita this afternoon. Thank you very much I am so pleased with it and with the very caring service offered by you all, especially Anita. Best wishes, – Margaret, UK
Quote of the week
16 November 2016
We honor, we remember, and incorporate our deceased loved ones into our lives in a new way.
Diamonds and Data?
14 November 2016
An October 26, 2016 feature in the New York Times promises an exciting future for both diamonds and technology alike: new research suggests that the gemstones could be capable of storing an incredible amount of information. According to the aforementioned article, a diamond a tiny diamond “about half as long as a grain of rice and thinner than […]
Quote of the week
11 November 2016
Weeping may endure for a night, but joy will come in the morning.
Vena Amoris
7 November 2016
Latin for “Vein of Love,” Vena Amoris refers to the fascinating belief that one single vein connected the heart to the ring finger (albeit factually inaccurate). This belief, which originated in ancient Egypt before being subsequently passed down throughout the Greek and Roman Empires, was the reason why most people in those times and those […]
Industrial Diamonds
31 October 2016
You may have heard it repeated that diamonds are not as valuable as people assume because the world supply of diamonds is actually enormous. In reality, this statement only reflects a half-truth: yes, there are millions of diamonds that are held off the market; but most of these diamonds are simply not gem quality stones. […]
