If you’re in a hurry and just want to find out what the best moissanite testers are, then I’d recommend Presidium Adamas Moissanite Tester as the best. We spent 94 hours testing 12 products over 14 days to bring this article to you! When I started, I was a total novice and couldn’t tell whether…
If you’re in a hurry and just want to find out what the best diamond testers are, then I’d recommend Presidium Adamas diamond testers as the best. We spent 54 hours testing 24 products over 26 days to bring this article to you! The best diamond testers are designed to accurately and quickly test the…
Irradiated diamonds are real diamonds that have been treated with radiation to change their color. This safe process creates beautiful fancy colors like blue, green, pink, and yellow that are hard to find in nature. As a GIA certified gemologist with over 20 years of experience in the diamond industry, I’m often asked about treated…
Why You Might Want to Rethink Your Engagement Ring Purchase at Kay Jewelers Kay Jewelers: A Review for Diamond Shoppers As a GIA certified jeweler with over 20 years of experience, I am frequently asked if Kay Jewelers is a recommended place to buy diamond jewelry, especially engagement rings. My honest opinion is that there…
As a jeweler with over 20 years of experience in the diamond industry, one of the most common questions I receive is “How much are diamonds worth by weight?” Many people are surprised to discover that determining a diamond’s cost per gram or carat is not as straightforward as it may seem. I know you…
Lab grown diamonds have surged in popularity in recent years as an ethical and affordable alternative to mined diamonds. But not all lab grown diamonds are created equal. The two main methods for culturing diamonds in a lab setting are CVD (chemical vapor deposition) and HPHT (high pressure, high temperature). As a jeweler with over…