Have you ever wondered what you’d actually do if someone placed a sparkling diamond in your hand? Would you rush to a jeweller, call a loved one, or quietly slip…
Have you ever walked past a jewellery shop and wondered: Can diamonds really be set in sterling silver, or is that just a marketing trick? It’s a fair question. After…
Have you ever looked down at your ring, noticed a tiny “925 EC” stamp inside the band, and wondered what on earth it means? I still remember the first time…
The Question Behind Every Collector’s Doubt Have you ever wondered why the sapphire ring you admired last year suddenly costs twice as much today—or why a ruby you bought for…
I still remember the first time I held what was claimed to be a Burmese ruby in my hand. It wasn’t in a luxury showroom or a high-security auction house,…
Have you ever held a piece of jewellery that felt like it came from another time? One with bold lines, symmetrical shapes, and an unapologetic sparkle that made it feel…
"Is that old necklace in your drawer worth something?" That’s the question I found myself asking one rainy Sunday afternoon while decluttering my flat. The necklace, a hand-me-down from an…
Last month, I caught a glimpse of my sapphire ring under the kitchen light—and something was off. The once brilliant blue was clouded, dulled by something I couldn’t quite name.…
Have you ever bought a striking green stone, only to wonder later: "Did I just pay for plastic?" That was me in a bustling Istanbul market three summers ago. I…
"Is that rhodonite or rhodochrosite?" The question hit me in a dusty antique shop in Prague while eyeing a polished pink pendant. The shopkeeper smiled and said, "Even jewellers get…
It started with a casual conversation at a family dinner. My cousin, who was recently engaged, held up her diamond ring and laughed, "Did you know some diamonds glow in…
Ever wondered which gemstone will sparkle the brightest when you say “I do”? Choosing the best stone for an engagement ring isn’t just about looks—it’s about symbolism, durability, and finding…
Have you ever slipped on a necklace and felt like everything in your day suddenly clicked into place? Like the traffic lights turned green just for you, or a long-lost…
Have you ever held a stone that looked like a frozen cloud—soft, white, and glowing from within? That, more than likely, was milky quartz. But what exactly does it mean,…
Have you ever glanced down at your yellow gold ring and wondered, "Would this look better in white gold?" You're not alone. Over the years, I've spoken with countless clients,…
Last winter, while helping a friend inspect an heirloom diamond ring under UV light, we both stared in disbelief as the stone suddenly lit up in a bluish glow. Was…
Have you ever stood under soft lighting, mesmerised by a diamond that seemed to catch light from every angle and shoot it back in a dazzling firework of sparkles? I…
Last winter, during a trip to Antwerp—the diamond capital of the world—I visited a jeweller who had worked with diamonds for over three decades. As I admired a sparkling solitaire,…
Have you ever wondered what it takes to melt a diamond? I found myself asking this while watching a documentary on volcanic eruptions. Lava scorches through everything in its path,…
Last year, while wandering through the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, I found myself staring at a velvet tray filled with emeralds, sapphires, and rubies. The dealer smiled knowingly as I…