When it comes to the most popular engagement rings in South Africa, diamonds are still at the top of most women’s wish list – and for good reason. Diamonds are beautiful, with a fire, brilliance and scintillation that’s difficult to beat, but they are also hard, durable and tough. In theory, your engagement ring is [...]
*Please be aware: In this article, the terms “lab-grown”, “synthetic", and “man-made” are used interchangeably, all referring to the same concept. One of the most common questions jewellers in South Africa (and the world) receive is "What's the price of a lab-grown diamond? Are they much cheaper than natural diamonds?". Lab-grown diamonds have soared in [...]
2024 has been the year of the lab-grown diamond in South Africa and, with sales rocketing, customers are looking for reassurance that in the jewellery industry, we can tell the difference between lab-grown and natural diamonds. Suppose a customer wants to purchase a natural diamond (or a piece of natural diamond jewellery). In a case [...]
As we come to the end of 2023, we can truly say that it has been the year of the lab-grown diamond. Enquiries in South Africa have rocketed, supplies are plentiful, and the wall of buyer resistance is being torn down. Whilst there is still much confusion surrounding lab-grown diamonds, we’re finding that more and [...]
The history of engagement rings dates back thousands of years and is steeped in symbolism, tradition and cultural significance. Today, we'll explore the evolution of engagement rings, from ancient times to the modern day, and delve into the meaning behind this renowned symbol of love and commitment. The earliest recorded use of engagement rings can [...]
Designing a bespoke engagement ring is a deeply personal and meaningful occasion and opting for a birthstone engagement ring has become a popular choice in South Africa. Incorporating a birthstone into your engagement ring is an easy way to add a touch of sentimentality and uniqueness to your ring – but it’s not necessarily the [...]
Teal sapphires, peacock sapphires, mermaid sapphires, parti sapphires. There are many names given to these beautiful sapphires that show varying combinations of blue, green and yellow colours and they have been mined in many countries around the world. As is the case with many aspects of the jewellery and gemstone industry, there are many misunderstandings [...]
Trendy engagement and wedding rings will come and go, as styles and designs change constantly. Round diamonds will always be in demand, and “Princess Diana” sapphire rings will likely remain popular for decades to come. But, in this era of rapidly changing ideas and internet-inspired creativity, some jewellery designs will never stand the test of [...]
Sapphires have always been an engagement ring favourite in South Africa and now, we’re seeing a soaring demand for parti sapphires. For the last 3 years we’ve struggled to keep up with the demand for peacock sapphires to set in our bespoke engagement rings. Customers love the unique blue-green colour combinations and with the hardness [...]
If you’re interested in buying a diamond in South Africa, there are a few things you need to be aware of and know about. Buying a diamond can be an incredibly complicated process and sometimes, diamond dealers and jewellery stores will bombard you with industry terms that are designed to confuse you. If a diamond [...]
