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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…
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…
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…
Have you ever found a favourite piece of jewellery tarnished, tangled, or missing a stone, simply because it wasn’t stored properly? Years ago, I made the mistake of tossing my…