by Kendra Wollert, CGA | Jul 5, 2023 | Uncategorized
Gemstones have captivated mankind for centuries with their stunning hues and mesmerizing beauty. While we are familiar with gems exhibiting a single color, there exists a rare and enchanting category of gemstones that possess the remarkable ability to change color....
by Kendra Wollert, CGA | Apr 5, 2023 | Uncategorized
Laboratory-grown diamonds are also commonly called lab created, factory-grown, man-made, synthetic, and lab-grown. These diamonds have the same chemical, physical, and optical properties as natural diamonds, but they are grown in specifically designed equipment called...
by Kendra Wollert, CGA | Mar 2, 2023 | Uncategorized
What You Need To KnowLaboratory-grown diamonds, also known as synthetic, man made, cultured, lab created, etc., are grown in a controlled manufacturing setting that mimics the same environment that a natural, earth made diamond is created. This environment consists of...
by Kendra Wollert, CGA | Feb 28, 2023 | Uncategorized
How do you know if you just purchased quality jewelry? Read on to find out because it can help you understand why some pieces will last generations with just a few repairs versus some pieces that are in for repairs frequently. Many goldsmiths can argue most of these...
by Kendra Wollert, CGA | Nov 2, 2022 | Uncategorized
What are gemstone inclusions? According to Gemsociety.org, an inclusion is “any material that is trapped inside another mineral while that mineral forms.” Inclusions tell us a lot about how or where the gem grew. Inclusions can range from simple gas bubbles, to...
