The top 10 largest diamonds in the world
Diamonds are rare and precious, but some are truly extraordinary. Discover the ten largest and most famous paragons on the planet.
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The glossary of jewelry and gemstone terms
Gemstones have been treasured for centuries, valued for their beauty and symbolism. Discover the definitive glossary of jewelry.
30 interesting facts about jewelry
Jewelry has always been a part of human history, from the earliest days of civilization to the present.
What are semi-precious gemstones?
There are four gems deemed precious in the western world: diamond, ruby, emerald, and sapphire. The remaining gems are called semi-precious gemstones, but this title doesn’t always reflect their value.
What is the Mohs Scale of Mineral Hardness?
The Mohs Scale of Mineral Hardness is a well-known term in the jewelry world. It’s one of the critical variables to evaluate gemstone wearability.
The qualitative ordinal scale is used to determine a mineral’s resistance to scratch by comparing it with another mineral of a known or defined hardness.
When worn in jewelry pieces, gemstones are naturally exposed to damaging abrasion.
Cult Pieces: 360º Double Hoop Earring, by Delfina Delettrez
Pearls and gold are a favorite combination at JewelryCult. This month, we are craving for a double hoop earring by Delfina Delettrez, adorned with suspended freshwater pearls, to face the new season with character and sophistication.
The 360º Double Hoop Earring is part of the designer’s Autumn-Winter Collection, which draws inspiration from both the ancient and the hypermodern.
The pearls and precious stones are not set with the traditional claw technique. Instead, they’re pierced through the gold bands, giving the illusion of being suspended in space.
6 Cute Emoji Pendants by Roberto Coin
As technology becomes further embedded in our lives, new forms of communication and expression stand as the new norm.
Emojis, for example, are featured in films, and there is even a World Emoji Day. If you use them to express your emotions in a text, why not wear them?
They crept effortlessly into our lives, and now they are everywhere. Emojis convey emotions in a way that words often can’t and help us express humor or irony in a more spontaneous way. They became the symbol of a new generation, marked by fast communications and permanent online presence.
4 myths about diamonds
Fiery and radiant, diamonds are fascinating. They are probably the most prized and popular gemstone in the world, symbolizing status and true, everlasting love. But there are also some curious facts and myths surrounding them.
Diamonds are known not only for their beautiful appearance but also for their remarkable physical qualities. Their name derives from the word “adamas,” meaning unconquerable or indestructible, as a reference to the gem’s exceptional hardness.
The million years old pure carbon crystals are formed deep in the planet’s mantle, bellow continental masses, where the perfect conditions of depth, pressure, and temperature are reunited to form them to occur. Diamonds are an ancient gift from the Earth’s core, brought to the surface by deep-source volcanic eruptions.
5 stylish dresses and jewelry for summer 2017
June marks the ending of spring and the arrival of the first summer days. We paired five beautiful jewelry pieces and designer dresses to celebrate the arrival of the new season, and get you from spring to summer in the most fashionable way.
Pairing jewelry and clothing isn’t always easy. They should go seamlessly together, without overpowering each other, and the combination should look natural, flattering and effortless. With this in mind, we selected five of our favorite dresses, and carefully matched them with pieces we love right now.
Color, shape, and materials play a great deal in creating the perfect outfit for your jewelry. The five looks fit different personalities and contexts and include combinations for all tastes.
Cult Pieces: Nautilus Pendant, by Aurélie Bidermann
At Jewelrycult.com, every day we are inspired by beautiful jewelry designs that appeal to different moods and imageries. As summer begins to arrive, we are drawn to a piece that brings the freshness of the ocean to the city, in a very elegant way.
The Nautilus Pendant by Aurélie Bidermann is part of the French designer’s fine jewelry collection. The delicate 18-karat yellow gold pendant features 35 multicolored sapphires, seven favorites and six diamonds.
The iconic paperclip clasp makes it the perfect match for the brand’s hammered 18-karat gold bracelet or necklace.
