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If you have decided to purchase a diamond engagement ring, you may wish to purchase a marquise cut diamond. The marquise cut is a variation of a round cut diamond--the shape is stretched out to an...
Amethysts are attractive gemstones that come in various shades of purple, ranging from a light lilac shade to a darker and more intense mauve shade. Amethyst stones are often set in silver and...
Moissanite was discovered in the late 1800s by a French scientist, Dr. Ferdinand Frederick Henri Moissan. The jewel was determined to be very rare and thus almost an impossibility for jewelry....
Aquamarine is the birthstone of choice for those who love the water. It is the color of the sea reflecting a sky-blue day, and is a durable and often flawless stone that is perfect for many...
Alexandrite is the "magic" birthstone, for it changes color depending on the time of day or light source under which it is viewed. Daylight or fluorescent light shows its unique shade of emerald...
Blue diamonds differ from other blue gemstones in sheer brilliance. The chemical makeup of diamonds is unlike any other stone, and when properly cut, diamonds can outshine any sapphire, topaz or...
The brilliance of a diamond is made up for four components: flash, dispersion, blend and scintillation. These components all affect how a stone reflects light. Diamonds sparkle because white light...
How to understand and employ body brilliance Kata in somatic healing therapy; get expert tips and advice on using somatic therapy for health and wellness in this free instructional video.
The tsavorite garnet is in fact a garnet, but instead of being a deep red color, tsavorites are a brilliant green. As a result, many of the ways that you value normal garnet jewelry do not work...
Demantoid garnets are very rare stones that are only mined a few places in the world. Demantoids are valued for their rarity, their beautiful sparkle and their unique form.
When observed with the naked eye, diamonds and moissanite can be difficult to tell apart. Moissanite was invented to compete with diamonds, whose reputation have taken a severe beating for the...
Photographing jewelry is best done in a well-lit studio, in front of a large piece of solid background and with at least three lights set up. Capture the color, brilliance and sparkle of jewelry...
Simulated diamonds are gems that are created in a lab to closely simulate the brilliance and sparkle of real diamonds. There are several types of simulated diamonds on the market, each of which is...
The dynamics of a first date are critical, and often involve a beginning, middle and end. Dazzle a first date with brilliance and honesty by following tips from the author of a dating book in this...
Moissanite is an alternative to diamonds for engagement rings and other jewelry. White moissanite stones are almost colorless, with nearly 2 1/2 times the fire of real diamonds. Moissanite will...
Crystal glass (also called lead crystal, cut glass crystal or fine crystal) is the elegant, usually beautifully etched glass that is used to create goblets, bowls, vases, chandeliers,...
Emeralds are beautiful green gemstones that can vary in color intensity, size and clarity. In a piece of jewelry, the emerald can be a dramatic, focal statement or a colorful accent stone. Caring...
This review of the Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines ship Brilliance of the Seas, will show you how to get the most enjoyment from your cruise. According to their website at royalcaribbean.com, the...
Most oval diamond engagement rings are considered to be a variation on the round brilliant cut, whereby they are narrower on one end of the stone and longer on the other. However, because they are...
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