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Ask Aurelia: what is a yellow diamond called? The Sunny Story of a Captivating Gemstone

When people ask what a yellow diamond is called, the most magical and famous name they’re given is “Canary&#…

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Ask Aurelia: What Does GIA Certified Mean? How This Certificate Protects You

For anyone who wants to buy a diamond with total, unshakeable confidence, the answer to what does gia certified mean is …

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When to Buy Wedding Bands? An Expert’s A-Z Guide to Timing, Budgets, and Trends

For a stress-free experience, couples should start shopping for their wedding bands 3-6 months before the wedding date. …

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How to Find Out What Ring a Girl Wants (Without Asking)

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The Diamond Detective: 7 Pro Tips to Find Out Exactly What Ring She Wants

The best ways to find out what ring a girl wants are to become a detective of her personal style, analyze her existing j…

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Why is Moissanite So Cheap? (5 Reasons to Avoid the Diamond Markup)

Moissanite is efficiently and affordably priced because lab-grown production bypasses the multi-billion dollar overhead …

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Ask Aurelia: How to Choose a Floating Diamond Necklace Within $1200-$1500 Budget

We love hearing from readers who reach out for advice on all kinds of diamond jewelry, from engagement rings to stunning…

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Ask Aurelia: Is Moissanite a Real Diamond or Just a Lookalike?

Reader Question Many people love the brilliance of moissanite rings, but one question always seems to pop up: Is moissan…

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Ask Aurelia: How to Manage “Is It Real?!” Questions About Moissanite

Reader Question One of the most common concerns we hear from moissanite lovers is how to handle awkward or skeptical que…

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Ask Aurelia: How Can You Describe Sapphires Luster?

One of the most common questions we get from readers is: “How can you describe sapphires luster?” Sapphires have captiva…

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Ask Aurelia: Is GIA Certified Synthetic Diamonds Reliable?

One of the most common questions we get from readers is: “Can I trust GIA Certified Synthetic Diamonds?” Wit…

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What Shape Diamond Looks Largest? 5 Expert Size Hacks

The diamond shape that looks the largest is the Marquise cut, followed closely by the Pear and Oval cuts. Because these …

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Ask Aurelia: Which Ring Goes on First Engagement and Wedding Band?

The standard rule for a bridal stack is that your wedding band goes on the finger first—placed closest to your heart—whi…

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