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,…
"Is that sparkling sapphire just pretty, or could it actually make you money?" That was the question a friend asked me over coffee last year, as she showed me a…
Ever stared at a dazzling sapphire online and wondered, "Can I really trust what I see on a screen?" You're not alone. The rise of e-commerce has completely transformed how…
Have you ever looked at an old ruby ring or pendant and wondered, "Can I bring back that rich red shine without sending it to a jeweller?" You're not alone.…
"Would you rub your diamond ring with something abrasive enough to polish your teeth?" That’s the question that hit me the morning I almost did exactly that. I was getting…
Have you ever found yourself rushing into the shower, only to realise you’re still wearing your favourite gemstone necklace—and then paused, wondering, “Is this safe?” It’s a small moment, but…
What if a single stone could define an entire civilisation's values, power, and sense of beauty? That was jade in ancient China—not just a gem, but a cornerstone of culture.…
Ever wondered why it's almost always a diamond when someone pops the question? The tradition of diamond engagement rings has become so ingrained in our culture that few of us…
Have you ever held a sapphire up to the light and wondered why it's not always that signature deep blue we're used to seeing in films and royal jewellery collections?…
Have you ever walked past a stone and wondered if it might be a diamond in disguise? That exact question struck me one summer afternoon while hiking through a creek…
Why would something made in a lab cost nearly as much as the real thing? That’s the question I found myself asking when shopping for an engagement ring last year.…
Have you ever wondered if that sapphire ring or moonstone pendant is doing more than just making a fashion statement? For centuries, cultures across the globe have believed in the…
*Have you ever inherited a family heirloom and wondered, "Is this emerald actually worth anything?" You're not alone. Whether you're a collector, investor, or someone holding onto a treasured piece…
Ever wondered why more people are turning to vintage gemstone jewellery instead of buying brand-new pieces from flashy stores? I used to think vintage jewellery was only for collectors or…