In a nutshell, Vermeil (French for silver, uitgespreek ver-may) refers to a variety of gold-coated metal. For metal to be considered vermeil, it needs to meet three main trade criteria: The base of the metal must be of sterling (92.5%) or fine (99.9%) silwer. This is why vermeil is also known by its other […]
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Lately, gold vermeil has been making a buzz in the jewelry world. It is increasing in popularity but interestingly enough, not many people know what this is. Although vermeil might seem like a new craze, this type of metal has existed for centuries. If you are into jewelry that looks like gold (notice that […]
Opsommend, coloured gemstones are beautiful alternatives to diamonds and have their own charm, so it is no wonder than this new trend is gathering speed. The rise in demand for colour in engagement rings and other jewellery can only mean more opportunity within their designs; this allows us to perfectly tell our customer’s […]
Many of our emerald loving customers choose tourmaline or green sapphires, which have their own olive-teal hues varying from a pale to a vibrant saturated colour. Purple sapphire is a stunning alternative to amethyst, which can scuff and mark over time, whereas a sapphire will wear less easily. Amethyst often looks glassy and can […]
Die kwessies agter mynbou, die verkryging en verkoop van gekleurde klippe is eties kompleks, en dit is nie iets wat ons kan ignoreer nie. 'n Toenemende aantal klippe waarmee ons werk, kom van kleinskaalse myne, wat direk met ons verskaffers handel dryf. Many of our coloured gemstones come from people who regularly visit mine sites and are involved […]
Coloured gemstones have unique crystal structures that lend themselves towards certain styles much sort after in bespoke engagement rings. Tourmaline is one example of a gemstone that is so distinctive it is made for designs with an Art Deco inspiration. These crystals grow in long finger-like formations, which are typically cut into baguette and […]
Gemstones have a natural tendency to show within their appearance a lot about the conditions in which they were formed, in many instances having unique properties which are suggestive of where they were formed and mined. While some gemstones’ provenance can be more difficult to source they are still a beautiful way to express […]
Over the last few years there has been an increasing shift in the bespoke engagement ring market moving away from the classic diamond solitaire towards a new era of the colour-loving customer, who wants something that little bit different at the heart of their ring. As designers we have increasing numbers of conversations about […]
U het miskien in die nuus gesien dat die prys van Palladium die afgelope paar jaar konstant gestyg het, En nog meer die afgelope weke. Ons het gedink dit sal 'n goeie tyd wees om u 'n bietjie meer oor die metaal te vertel, why this rise in cost is important and […]
U het miskien in die nuus gesien dat die prys van Palladium die afgelope paar jaar konstant gestyg het, En nog meer die afgelope weke. Ons het gedink dit sal 'n goeie tyd wees om u 'n bietjie meer oor die metaal te vertel, why this rise in cost is important and […]