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Diamond Clarity Explained

Diamond Clarity Explained

27/10/2017 0
The clarity of a diamond refers to inclusions which can be black, grey or white marks that internally flaw the diamonds structure. These small imperfections are graded under 10 x magnification which is the standard to grade diamond clarity. A diamond with fewer inclusions is both rarer and more desired which makes it also more expensive. Diamond clarity from IF to VS2 will sparkle with intensity whereas diamonds from SI1 to SI2 will sparkle and I1 to I3 will lack sparkle and life with the inclus...
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Buying A Diamond - a General Overview

Buying A Diamond - a General Overview

27/10/2017 0
Buying diamonds, diamond rings or diamond jewellery is always an important, emotional and serious event but at ComparetheDiamond.com (formerly diamondgeezer.com) we work hard to ensure that it remains enjoyable and memorable. ComparetheDiamond.com (formerly diamondgeezer.com) has created this informative, educational section to enable shoppers to make an informed decision and thereby acquire higher quality diamonds and diamond jewellery for less. At anytime go to our award winning site and view ...
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A Quick Guide to Precious Metals

A Quick Guide to Precious Metals

09/10/2017 0
Noble Metals HALLMARKED PLATINUM The perfect white noble metal. Platinum is an extremely hard wearing pure white metal which requires no plating to enhance its finish. Platinum is a very dense and heavy metal, some 36% heavier than 18ct. Gold. Low maintenance and there are no recorded allergies to platinum. All precious metals scratch and platinum is no exception. It is unique in that the metal is only displaced, not lost. Returning the metal to its stunning, mirror bright, showroom condition is...
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Promise Ring: A Romantic Sentiment?

Promise Ring: A Romantic Sentiment?

02/10/2017 0
There are some subjects that always spark fierce debate. Recently the premise of an engagement ring has come under criticism but that does not come close to the negative opinions made public through social media, blogs and forums on the subject of promise ring. The rings have a number of different meanings from a promise to your partner be faithful in a relationship to a promise to yourself to stay pure and not indulge in sexual activities until marriage, usually known as a purity ring.  Hi...
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Round Brilliant Cut - Classic Beauty!

Round Brilliant Cut - Classic Beauty!

29/09/2017 0
Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend The round brilliant cut dates back to 1919 and it is the cut of choice for anyone looking for some spectacular sparkle. Modern round cuts have 58 facets which is why the gemstone gives of such wonderful light. Each facet can direct the light in a different direction giving it a wonderful effect that looks fabulous, especially in jewellery, making it a popular choice for engagement rings.  Pick a Classic Engagement Ring If you are looking ...
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Celebrity Gifts That Take Your Breath Away

Celebrity Gifts That Take Your Breath Away

21/09/2017 0
  Gifts for New Mums Receives the Royal Stamp of Approval The art of buying celebrity giftsis not just for the A-list stars, even royalty express their thanks and love with precious jewellery. Prince William and Kate Middleton welcomed Prince George into the world on the 22nd July and most of the world stopped to have a glimpse of the future King. The couple received many gifts and well wishes and now Prince William is looking for the perfect present to say thank you to his beautiful bride ...
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One Ring To Rule Them All: Tolkien's Inspiration

One Ring To Rule Them All: Tolkien's Inspiration

21/09/2017 0
  One Ring to Curse Them All Most people as I understand it are aware of J. R. R Tolkien’s famous novel ‘Lord of the Rings’ whether it’s through his book or from watching the films. The pure genius behind the journey you are taken on as a reader, or as the audience is phenomenal. This leads to the question of how did Tolkien come up with the fantasy based around the One Ring that has become popular worldwide?There are rumours that his inspiration came from a legend ...
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Most Expensive Clothes Ever Made

Most Expensive Clothes Ever Made

21/09/2017 0
They say the easiest way to a man’s heart is through his stomach and the easiest way to a woman’s heart? Well. . . . there is no easy way. But clothes are usually a winner and they say Diamonds are forever so combining the two is surely going to get you points? We have come up with a list of the most expensive clothes ever made and most of them contain sparkling diamonds and other precious stones.  The List of the Most Expensive Clothes 10. The Golden Shirt$25, 000£14, 000...
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Expensive Diamonds and Broken Records

Expensive Diamonds and Broken Records

21/09/2017 0
Going Once, Going Twice, Gone! Diamond and fine jewellery auction houses such as Sotherby’s and Christie’s see some of the most remarkable diamonds, gems and jewellery come through their doors. Therefore it is not surprising that these beautiful stones have broken a number of records. A few fancy coloured stones or flawless colourless diamonds sold at auction have the title of the most expensive diamondsold at auction. At ComparetheDiamond.com (formerly diamondgeezer.com) we have com...
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The Aero Effect

The Aero Effect

19/09/2017 0
Metal Porosity - Enemy of the Goldsmith Precious metals are prone to porosity problems, we call it the 'Aero' effectYou see why, this image of an aero bar explains it very simply. It's not rare but it is unusual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . and mutually very frustrating as we have no choice but to start again....
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V12 Retail Finance - Buy Now, Pay Later

V12 Retail Finance - Buy Now, Pay Later

14/09/2017 0
V12 Retail Finance is a UK company that provides finance for consumers buying products at point of sale or online. The process is safe and paperless and enables you to look at a variety of finance options when buying your jewellery from ComparetheDiamond.com (formerly diamondgeezer.com) ®V12 Retail Finance was founded in 1994 and was acquired by Secure Trust Finance, a global personal finance brand. The company supports many industries operating on line shops including sports ticketing, IT a...
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Birthstones, what do they mean?

Birthstones, what do they mean?

07/09/2017 0
Birthstones. What do they mean? February: Amethyst The birthstone for February is an Amethyst. Amethysts are said to bring peace, symbolising the pure violet colour of the stone. As Aquarius? are said to be independent, this is the perfect gift to bring stability and peace into someone’s life.April: Diamond A Diamond is the birthstone for Aries. Diamonds are strong, bright and exciting, just like people that have the Aries star sign. They say Diamonds help create strong rela...
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Buying Online: Is it Really Safe as Houses?

Buying Online: Is it Really Safe as Houses?

07/09/2017 0
Buying online increased by 14 per cent last year in Europe and the US, with global figures hitting the $1 trillion mark for the first time ever. A few years back you probably could have legitimised buying on the high street, as the technology just wasn’t there to give you the right kind of shopping experience. However, with online prices consistently smashing the high street in all sectors, it’s becoming more and more attractive to purchase your goods, gifts and even weekly shopping ...
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Buying a  Diamond-an impartial guide

Buying a Diamond-an impartial guide

07/09/2017 0
Know Your DiamondsFormed in the depth of our planet diamond is the hardest natural material known to man, where hardness is defined as resistance to scratching and is graded between 1 and 10 using the Moh's scale of mineral hardness. Diamond has a hardness of 10 on this scale. Diamond's hardness has been known since ancient times and is the source of its name ad?mas, which is from ancient Greek, meaning 'proper' or 'unalterable'. Buying diamonds or diamond jewellery is always an important, emoti...
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So What's Included

So What's Included

07/09/2017 0
VAT 20% VAT (sales tax) is included in the price. Refunded on exportCERTIFICATE OF PURCHASE your detailed receipt. Plus a few extra goodies to help look after your purchase.FREE RING SIZING You pay the postage and we’ll size the ring for you without charge. (1 free sizing per ring sale)POSTAGE We use Royal Mail special delivery for a fully insured next day service. Anonymous outer packing.INDEPENDENT DIAMOND CERTIFICATION Assumes you are buying a certificated diamond, that's typically &fr...
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