Rubies from Africa fill the void left by Burmese rubies with their flashes of rich red

      With prized Burmese ruby mines virtually depleted, gem hunters have turned to Africa in their quest to find the perfect red gem.     Higher in value than sapphires or emeralds, and often more valuable than diamonds, the most coveted rubies have traditionally emerged from the ancient Mogok mines in Upper Burma,…

GIA 2.22 Ct UNHEATED Natural VS1 Red Ruby Diamond 14k White Gold Ring

 Extremely Rare “VS1 Clarity” and Vivid “Crimson Red Color” (said to be the ultimate red color for a ruby), GIA Certified 2.22 Carat Natural Ruby & Diamond Solid 14k White Gold Engagement Cocktail Ring. As noted in the GIA Certification, this world class ruby specimen is unheated with the most sought after Crimson Red…

The Superstitious History of Opal Jewelry

Birthstone of October, color-changing opals are one of the most widely loved gems by antique jewelry aficionados and modern jewelry designers alike.     Like other gems with unique histories, the opal, October’s birthstone, is filled with a rich narrative past. Through ancient times and different cultures, this intriguingly mysterious and fiery stone, with its…

Blue Sapphire Sri Lanka Ceylon

Sri Lanka’s gem industry has a very long and colorful history. Sri Lanka was affectionately known as Ratna-Dweepa which means Gem Island. The name is a reflection of its natural wealth. Marco Polo wrote that the island had the best sapphires, topazes, amethysts, and other gems in the world.     After Russia ,Sri Lanka was the…

Mark Broumand 3.25ct Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

This mesmerizing princess cut diamond ring will astonish you with its outstanding brilliance, quality and superb detail!  The gorgeous two carat princess cut center diamond is GIA certified at I-VS2. It is white, very clear and the cut is phenomenal!  It is accented by a row of round brilliant cut diamonds pave set around it,…

A Gorgeous 26.92 carat Oval Spinel Ring

A Gorgeous 26.92 carat Oval Spinel Ring at Graff Diamonds The beauty of spinels was officially recongnized in the 18th century and they have been loved since for their vibrancy and tenacity in colour. This one-of-a-kind ring showcases a stunningly dramatic 26.92 carat oval spinel framed by a halo of pear shapped diamond. GIA 3.88ct.…

GIA Certified 3.61 Ct Unheated Natural VVS Blue Sapphire Diamond 18k Gold Ring

  Collector’s Prized 3.61 Carat GIA Certified “Unheated & Untreated” Natural Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring. This exquisite gem has near flawless VVS2 clarity, unheated status and an exotic “Violetish Blue” color. The one of a kind 2.40 carat Sapphire is elegantly accented by a generous 50 big size hand cut and hand set near…

Gorgeous Ruby and Diamond Jewelry

A Gorgeous Selection of Ruby and Diamond Jewelry. The vibrant reds contrast the sparkling white diamonds. The allure of the red ruby has been existed since the dawn of civilization. Rubies have signified beauty and power for many ancient civilizations.  We have selected a few gorgeous pieces from master jewelers ranging from Graff Diamonds to…

Alexandre Vauhtier Designs a Jewelry Colleciton for Mellerio dit Meller

Mellerio dit Meller is a 402 year old jewelry design house that was at one time the jeweler that serviced the queens of Europe. Mellerio dit Meller has teamed up with Alexandre Vauthier, who is a outstanding up and coming couturier, to create a stunning collection of fine jewelry that is both timeless and cutting…

GIA 2.47 ct Unheated Natural VS1 Ruby Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring

Extremely Rare “VS1 CLARITY” and VIVID Red Color, GIA Certified 2.47 Carat Natural Ruby & Diamond Solid 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring. As noted in the GIA Certification, this world class ruby specimen is unheated with the sought after Purplish Red color found only in the finest of genuine rubies. Unheated rubies are among the…