2.1 carat Andrea Birthday Diamond found by State Park visitor last week

Brown Diamond

Diamond is the birthstone of the month, and birthday girl Andrea Murphy celebrated her 30th with a trip to Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, Arkansas. Within 2 hours of being there she found herself a 2.1 carat brown diamond!

The category of colour is known as ice tea and was found in the East Drain area of the park. According to Park Interpreter Margi Jenks, “Because of their

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Napoleon and Josephine’s Engagement Ring Auction Sale Smashes Expectations

Napoleons RingNapoleon`s engagement ring went to auction to be timed to coincide with the 250th anniversary of Josephina’s birthday. It fetched a hefty $949,000 (€730,000) so that after commission and fees the total was $1.17 million! Almost 50 times the original $20,000 estimate! The winning bidder remains anonymous.

Osenat auction house described the the 18th century ring as a “simple” gold band decorated

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5.30ct Fancy Deep Blue Diamond At Auction

Blue DiamondAn exquisite blue diamond ring will lead Bonham’s Fine Jewelry auction on April 24th. The ring dates back to circa 1965, and features a cushion-shaped, fancy deep blue of 5.30 carats set horizontally in a platinum and diamond setting. This masterpiece was crafted by the renowned Italian jeweler Bulgari, whose creations were the epitome of innovation and high-fashion in the 1960’s. It is estimated

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Get the Red Carpet Look For Less

OscarsJennifer Lawrence captured the global audiences’ admiration at the 2013 Oscars with her easy going charm and grace, and she also stole the spotlight with her ensemble.

Her flowing Dior gown was perfectly matched by her simple diamond jewelry; a pair of halo drop earrings and a long diamond necklace draped over her back. For the long, thin necklace look, go for “by the yard” styles. By the

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Lori Bonn’s Initial Necklaces

NecklaceThe new Lori Bonn classic initial necklaces have arrived at Secret Sapphire! Celebrate those you hold dear or simply treat yourself with a sophisticated and modern Lori Bonn initial necklace. Swirls of sterling silver surround a bold monogram on an ornate pendant necklace. Monogrammed necklaces make the perfect personalized gift for the loved ones in your life for any occasion including birthdays or

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What your jewellery says about you

JewelryJewellery is often worn as a personal touch to an otherwise generic outfit – be that an office suit, jeans and a t-shirt or a little black dress. The jewels we choose reflect the mood we are in and our personal style.
The media is often scrutinizing celebrities’ outfits on the red carpet and at political inaugurations. We might not suffer such mass examination, but we are nonetheless giving away

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The Ring Seals the Deal

The ProposalSo you would like to get married to the person you love. This seems like it should be simple, but many people can experience anxiety once they start to put the plan into motion. The biggest question is the proposal – should you propose with a ring or pick it out together, will it be a surprise, where is it going to be, and what is the right time? The Steve Elliot Marketing Research agency has conducted

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The Best of the Golden Globes Jewelry

AlbaThis year’s 70th Annual Golden Globes Awards was a magical night filled with talented celebrities, designer gowns and most importantly gorgeous jewelry. Stars sparkled in all types of bedazzled accessories from emerald danglers to diamond encrusted cuffs. Here are some of the most memorable looks of the evening and the pieces which caught our attention.

Hollywood sweetheart Jessica Alba accessorized

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Morena Baccarin Models AGTA Jewelry Design Winners 2013

Earlier in October, the American Gem Trade Association announced the winners of its 2013 AGTA Spectrum and Cutting Edge Awards, which is regarded as North America’s premier colored gemstone jewelry design contest. This year marks its’ 29th anniversary, recognizing jewelry designers working with natural colored gemstones and cultured pearls in fine jewelry.

The competition encompassed many different

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Trillions of Carats Found in Meteorite Crater

CraterRussian scientists have recently disclosed that they have been sitting on a gigantic deposit of diamonds in Siberia for decades. Estimated to be in the trillions of carats, the deposit has an unusual origin as it is the only known source to be formed by sudden impact.

It is not a coincidence that this deposit of diamond-laden rock is part of an ancient impact crater. The Popigai crater, the seventh

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