Archive for the ‘Engagement Rings’ Category
Subtle sparkle….
There are so many options to look at, so today I am focusing on some of our newer pieces in our ready to wear collection which showcase delicate bands and delicate stones for a lovely subtle sparkle…
Where to Begin?
The wonderful advantage of commissioning a bespoke engagement ring at Harriet Kelsall Jewellery Design is the opportunity to have your own inspiration and ideas transformed into a very individual and personal piece. Having a consultation with one of our designers to chat through the various options for an engagement ring commission is the best way to get your ideas flowing and before you know it the perfect design will emerge!
Transforming Jewellery
I love jewellery that can transform itself. By this I mean that I am intrigued how one piece of jewellery’s identity can change dramatically purely by how it is worn, or even by what other pieces it is worn with. This thought struck me whilst watching a programme on all of the wonderful jewellery Elizabeth Taylor collected throughout her lifetime; the ‘Taylor-Burton Diamond’ in particular was one of the many pieces that really stood out to me. Not only is this stunning pear cut diamond a whopping 69.42 carats, it can also transform from a stunning diamond ring, to an impressive diamond pendant!
Pink stones
There was an article in the news recently about stunningly large pink diamond that had been mined in Australia – 12.6ct of pink sparkliness! It is the largest stone of its kind to have been found in Australia and has been named the Argyle Pink Jubilee after the mine where it was discovered. They are currently planning on how to cut it to make best use of its size and sparkle…
Tanzanite: How to Choose the Right Gemstone for your Engagement Ring, Part Two
The five C’s were created by The Tanzanite Foundation as a means to grade the qualities of a tanzanite in a similar way to that of a diamond, this is known as The Tanzanite Quality Scale™. Getting a strong understanding of these principals can be a useful exercise when considering using one of these lovely gemstones in your engagement ring, wedding rings or eternity ring.
Alexandrite-The June Birthstone
Alexandrite was named after Tsar Alexander II, as the gemstone was apparently discovered in 1830 in the Ural Mountains of Russia on the birthday of the Tsar. Additionally, its changing colours of red and green are the principal colours of old Imperial Russia. It inevitably became the national stone of tsarist Russia and was collected by the Russian royal family
Fancy pink diamonds
Australia’s largest, natural pink diamond, The Argyle Pink Jubilee, was discovered recently, at Rio Tinto’s Argyle mine in Western Australia, where it is said that 90% of the world’s natural pink diamonds are found. But it wasn’t just this diamond’s beautiful pale pink colour and exceptional size that caught my eye – the extremely rare 12.76 carat stone is estimated to be worth at least £7 million!
Diamond Grading Techniques and your Engagement Ring and Wedding Rings, Part One
Today when searching for the perfect engagement ring, chances are you will be faced with the question of whether you should choose an engagement ring which has a certificated gemstone, or whether you should opt out. The question is; what does it mean to have a certificated gemstone and how does it become certified?
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Subtle sparkle….
May 12, 2012 12:05 -
Borrowing the Queen’s jewellery
May 8, 2012 12:05 -
Where to Begin?
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Transforming Jewellery
April 28, 2012 10:04 -
A day at the assay office
April 25, 2012 10:04
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January Gemorie:
If ever, i would want the brilliant cut diamond. As you said it bring more spark -
January Gemorie:
wow! i would definitely like a color changing sapphire, like the gemstone jewelr -
sarah:
Or anything similar? -
sarah:
I love this ring, do you know where it is from?
