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Get to Know Aquamarine

Aquamarine, the March birthstone, is from the same mineral family as emerald. Get to know this lush gem before you buy aquamarine jewelry.

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Would You Wear a Diamond Made from Cremated Ashes?

Thursday May 24, 2012

Created diamonds are becoming more common every year, but the stones produced by LifeGems are unique. These fancy color diamonds are made from carbon that's captured during the cremation process (or from a lock of hair). Would you wear a memorial diamond?

Jewelry Trends at the 2012 Grammys

Tuesday May 22, 2012

Katy Perry at the Grammy AwardsJewelry at the 2012 Grammy Awards was a mix of bold contemporary pieces and more delicate, feminine designs that were in sync with the lacy and textured gowns that many of the women wore. A Grecian theme was apparent among some of the celebrities who walked the red carpet, too, in both the jewelry and the gowns.

Grammy Awards Jewelry Gallery

Photo of Katy Perry by Jason Merritt/Getty Images

Our Jewelry Videos Help Make You a Savvy Shopper

Monday May 21, 2012

Jewelry VideosOur Jewelry Videos Library is packed with information that can help you become a savvy shopper, and then care for your new purchases after bringing them home. You'll find videos about diamonds, gold, pearls, turquoise and other gemstones and metals, along with advice that explains how to tell if diamond or gold jewelry is fake.

Photo © Heidi Dehncke

Understanding the Four Cs, a Free eCourse

Sunday May 20, 2012

Four important factors that are considered when judging a diamond's quality and value are color, clarity, cut, and carat weight, commonly called the Four Cs. This eCourse takes you step-by-step through the Four Cs, with materials arriving in your in-box once each week for four weeks. Work at your own pace to complete the reading and sort out the facts. Are you're ready to start exploring the world of diamonds?

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