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Diamond Shapes
A 1.36 carat round brilliant cut diamond with twisting bands of platinum and 0.96 carats of melee.
  • Diamond Buying Guides , Diamond Shapes

Guide to Diamond Shapes for Engagement Rings

March 21, 2018
There are so many diamond shapes to choose from when shopping for an engagement ring: round, square, marquise and more. …
  • Diamond Buying Guides , Diamond Shapes

Pear Shaped Diamond: Tips for Picking the Perfect One

March 13, 2018
With its graceful, tapered outline, a pear shaped diamond is an elegant and flattering choice for an engagement ring. Here …
A 1.10 carat marquise yellow diamond engagement ring
  • Diamond Care , Diamond Costs/Pricing , Diamond Cut , Diamond Settings , Diamond Shapes , The Diamond 4Cs

Eight Common Diamond Engagement Ring Myths —Demystified

August 17, 2017
There’s no shortage of engagement ring myths. Here are some of the more common ones: Bigger diamonds always look better …
Beautiful 20.04 ct radiant cut diamond set in platinum showcases the excitement of this faceting style.
  • Diamond Buying Guides , Diamond Shapes

Radiant Cut Engagement Ring – A Brilliant Option

July 12, 2017
A radiant cut engagement ring is an irresistible combination: It has the fire of a round brilliant diamond and the …
A 10.92 carat (ct) oval diamond engagement ring accented with fancy pink and white melee set in 18K rose gold and platinum
  • Diamond Buying Guides , Diamond Settings , Diamond Shapes

The Allure of an Oval Diamond

May 23, 2017
An oval diamond has an elongated round shape that evokes an understated elegance, but with a difference. When it is …
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