Category: Rings

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The Princess Cut Diamond: Not Just For Royalty

Don’t be fooled by its regal name readers, the princess cut diamond was not actually created for a Persian Princess or anyone similar (they have enough, frankly). It was actually created in foggy London in the 1960s by an innovative diamond cutter named Arpad Nagy (he called it a ‘profile cut’ though). Arpad set out to create a fiery and brilliant alternative to the … Read More The Princess Cut Diamond: Not Just For Royalty

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The Oval Cut Diamond: Does Oval Look Bigger?

Oval cut diamonds are simply an elongated round brilliant cut, but the appeal of these loose diamonds goes much deeper. Oval cuts have the brilliance of the round diamond, but a more unique shape, which some people prefer. They are a fashionable and trendy diamond cut, often chosen by celebrities, and when cut well, can appear larger than a round diamond.  But many people … Read More The Oval Cut Diamond: Does Oval Look Bigger?

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Why Your Favourite Celebrity Loves The Cushion Cut

The modern cushion cut is rising in popularity due to it becoming the cut of choice for several A-list celebrities in recent years. Kelly Rowland and Jessica Biel to name just a couple. The cushion cut has a rich (pun intended) history, evolving from a cut known as the “old mine cut” that dates all the way to back to 18th Century Brazil Simply … Read More Why Your Favourite Celebrity Loves The Cushion Cut

Happy St. Patrick’s Day: The Story of Craig’s Emerald Ring

Did you know that emeralds are even rarer than diamonds and that baby oil gives them extra protection? If not, don’t worry that’s what we are here for! For St Patrick’s day we bring you the story of Craig and his Emerald / Diamond Heirloom Craig has been a loyal client of Jewels for more than 10 years. I first met Craig when I … Read More Happy St. Patrick’s Day: The Story of Craig’s Emerald Ring