The short answer is Yes... and you will almost always lose money selling a used diamond. Here’s why. Jewelers are in the business to make money. When jewelers buy diamond rings from dealers, they...
Posts by Carl A. Jones, GIA GG
We know everything about our best friends, right? This includes, ahem, how they are made. Can you say the same for your other best friend? Yes, I’m talking about diamonds! Do you know the hard...
Are Black Diamonds Real? Black diamonds are genuine diamonds that appear in an opaque color specifically known as fancy black. They are less common in the resale market than red, colorless, or pink...
You looking to buy a diamond ring? Or maybe you want to sell your gems? Perhaps you are thinking about trading in your old stone for a new one? No matter where you are in your relationship with...
The Melting Point of Diamond: How Hot Does It Have to Get to Burn?
Have you ever wondered what would happen if you tried to melt a diamond? Diamond is one of the hardest substances on Earth. However, it turns out that diamond has a melting point just like any other...
Composite diamond rings are rings made up of several diamonds fused together to create a larger diamond cluster. They are different from solitaire diamond rings which are made up of only one diamond....