Top 5 trends in choosing engagement rings

April 02, 2011 :: Posted by - admin :: Category - Diamond, Gemstones, Jewelry

For many women, It is one of the most important and important pieces of jewelry they will get in a lifetime the engagement ring.

Not only is it a sign of love and promise, but it is the single piece of jewelry that you wear day in and day out, a showpiece to be admired.

Here is a list of the top five trends in engagement rings.

  1. Coloured stones: From the six carat pink ring Ben Affleck bestowed upon Jennifer Lopez back in 2002 to Princess Diana’s oval sapphire diamond covered ring now on the left hand of bride to be Kate Middleton, hued gemstones are by far one of the biggest trends in engagement rings since the Princess Cut diamond. Popular stones contain pink, canary yellow and chocolate diamonds, as well as gemstones like sapphires and rubies.
  2. Vintage: Heirloom rings are in massive demand right now. The complicated detailing and classic designs are everlasting. When looking for vintage pieces, be certain to use a credible seller and have the stones looked at by a certified gemologist.
  3. Pave settings: This style which gets its name from the French word for “paved” and it offers that extra bit of sparkle and dazzle to a ring, thanks to its multiple diamonds set close together, and is perfect for those who may be looking for something a bit different, but with a classic flair. The designs are often complicated and elegant with an air of sophistication.
  4. Classic white: Colours may be trendy, but white diamonds are still a vast seller. Round and cushion cuts are mainly popular these days, as are oval and emerald cuts.
  5. Conflict free: For the eco friendly gal, conflict free diamonds are the way to go just ask Black Swan star Natalie Portman, who is generous a vintage solitary diamond surrounded by a ring of conflict free diamonds. These gems are free from the spectre of violence and other human rights abuses that hangs over supposed “blood diamonds,” and are produced with minimal environmental impact.

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March 23, 2011 :: Posted by - admin :: Category - Diamond, Gemstones, Gold

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The unrivalled imagination towards the craftmanship of the iapd is down to its main front border which is made from the oldest rock the world has to offer in the form of Ammolite, sourced from Canada this stone is over 75 million years old.

However to make this masterwork even more individual, sections of a 65 million year old T-REX Dinosaur’s thigh bone was fractured and then shaved into the Ammolite , then finished off with ultimate jewel , as single cut 8.5ct flawless diamond inlaid in its own platinum surround with 12 outer flawless diamonds.

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India’s Diamond exports surge while Gold Jewelry exports crash

January 19, 2011 :: Posted by - admin :: Category - Diamond, Gemstones, Gold, Jewelry

December 2010 saw an 8% drop in India’s exports of gold jewelry while exports of refined diamonds and total gem and jewelry exports rose considerably, Commodity Online reports.

According to beginning data from the country’s Gem and Jewellery Exporters Association, India exported $498 million worth of gold jewelry in December, compared to $541.63 million in the equivalent month of 2009.

However, the country’s total exports of gemstones and jewelry for December 2010 stood at $3.3 billion more than 70% higher than the $1.93 billion exported in December 2009.

December 2010 also saw a 91.48% flow in India’s exports of cut and polished diamonds – $2.49 billion compared to $1.3 billion in December 2009. Exports of colored gemstones were also up, although more modestly, and comprised $17.46 million compared to $15.12 million a year ago.

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Gems and jewelry exporters shift focus to China

January 05, 2011 :: Posted by - admin :: Category - Gemstones, Jewelry, Uncategorized

Indian gems and jewelry exporters are shifting their focus to China as the country’s fixed export markets such as the US and Europe got adversely impacted by the huge global slowdown, said Executive Director at the Gems and jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), Sabyasachi Ray, in New Delhi on Monday.

He said, “The total marketplace is shifting at present. We can see that the US market can go down from 42 percent to 34 percent in upcoming, and Europe from 11 percent it will come down to 7 percent. This is how the shift is occurrence.”

“The marketplace is shifting to China. For India, it does not matter whether it is Europe or China. So, we have been marketing in China in a big manner. So, China can replacement whatever we are having in the European or US markets.

He also feels that the European market because of the global financial crisis will choose for cheaper products, which can likely be an opportunity for India as it is shifting market base to other markets (especially in China).

In fact, India’s share of exports is also rising globally as compared to other destinations such as Italy, Turkey, Germany, etc..

However, the markets such as China, Russia and Middle-East are some countries where India is demanding to expand in terms of its exports at present, he said.

On the export front he also mentioned, “Sell overseas growth is very positive. We are witnessing growth in the jewelry section of around 12 percent. In fact, diamond exports have grown up by 30 percent.”

“We expect of approximately 20 percent growth by the end of this fiscal”.
During the period from April-October this financial, total exports of gems and jewelry rose 41.64 percent in dollar terms at $21.39 billion as compared to $15.10 billion in the corresponding period of the previous year.

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Gold berry Jewelry brings special jewels

December 23, 2010 :: Posted by - admin :: Category - Diamond, Gemstones, Jewelry

Goldberry jewelry includes rings, necklaces, pendants, chains, earrings, and bracelets. They have a wonderful choice of fine jewelry that can be used for day or evening wear. These cute styles will bring out the greatest in your style and personality. Many of the pieces come in special sizes and with different gemstones.

The rings are offered in platinum. They come with one gemstone or some including sapphires, rubies, and emeralds. The sapphires come in .25 carats to 5.6 carats. The rubies come in .67 carats to 5.33 carats. The emeralds come in .27 carats to .30 carats. There are many cuts and you can desire for the stone in your ring. These are an emerald cut, an aged cushion, an oval, and a heart. The sapphires come in many different colors. Colors are white, marine blue, lavender, blue Ceylon, sea green Ceylon, pink Ceylon, purple Ceylon, yellow Ceylon, and powder pink.

Gold berry’s many necklaces come in platinum and have a platinum bezel as fit. The lengths differ from sixteen inches to eighteen inches. They also vary in size from 1.15mm to 2.1mm. There are several pendants you can choose to add to your necklace. Many of these can be plain platinum or a few comes with gemstones. There are many platinum chains that are sold at Gold berry’s as well. These are heavy, cable, snake, and bead chains. They vary in size from .9mm to 3.0mm. All the chains are finished of solid platinum.

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