Once upon a time there was a diamond…
If there’s one thing I’ve learned at school, it is that, when it comes to history, there is nothing like a fun fact to help our memory remember things. So here I am to give you a quick overview of…
Category HISTORY
The History of the Swiss Watchmaking
Swiss watches have been the source of dreams for centuries thanks to their excellence and incomparable quality. But, do you know how Switzerland became the undisputed master of watchmaking? The origins of the Swiss watchmaking industry As surprising as it…
The Jewellery Museums Tour
The holiday season is here! You are probably preparing some visits you will make in regard to your selected destination. If you are passionate about jewellery, you might be interested to discover some of the most beautiful collections available to the public.…
Diamonds in Music
By now we all know very well that diamonds have always been the most fascinating and desired stone, therefore, it is no surprise to find them in the culture of ancient civilizations, in religious and pagan symbolism, in cinema and…
The Symbolic Meaning of Diamonds Throughout the Centuries
Diamonds are undoubtedly powerful gemstones! People have always attributed great virtues and powers to them. Up till this day, these beliefs have survived over the centuries and have influenced our imagination around diamonds. Let’s discover together how the symbolism of…
The Kimberley Process
Have you seen the movie Blood Diamond? If not, here is a short summary to refresh your memory. During the civil war of the late 90’s in Sierra Leone, Leonard DiCaprio (aka Danny Archer) meets a miner who has managed…
History of Diamond Cutting
The word diamond comes from the ancient Greek “adamas” which means indomitable. Its incredible properties of hardness gave it this name. It is the hardest mineral in the world (10 on the Mohs scale for scratches)! So, you are probably wondering: how…
Gold: What You Need to Know
Gold has always been a classic choice when it comes to which type metal you want to use for your jewellery. It is also important to know the difference between different types of gold and to choose which one suits you best.…
The Diamond That Gave Birth to Two
The Great Table Diamond… have you ever heard of a diamond split in two that never left each other’s side? Pulled out of the heart of the Kollur mine in Golconda, which is the source of some of the rarest…
A Peek Behind the Narrative of “Right-Hand Rings”
Women all around the globe, just like you, have highlighted the importance of honouring its greatest accomplishments by embellishing their right-hand fingers. Don’t get carried away, this isn’t a replacement for an engagement nor wedding ring, but a piece that…