Stories, guides & care
Everything we know about choosing, styling and caring for fine jewelry — written by the people who make it.
June Birthstones: Pearl, Alexandrite & Moonstone Guide
June has three birthstones — pearl, alexandrite, and moonstone. A complete guide to what each means, why June has three, how they...
Gold Vermeil vs Gold Plated vs Gold Filled
An honest 4-way comparison of gold vermeil, gold plated, gold filled, and solid gold: what each one is, the FTC micron standards,...
10k vs 14k vs 18k Gold
10k vs 14k vs 18k gold compared: what karat means, purity, durability, color, price, and which gold karat is the smartest choice...
How to Clean Sterling Silver
How to clean sterling silver jewelry at home: why it tarnishes, the best gentle and deep-cleaning methods, what never to use, and...
What Is 925 Sterling Silver?
925 sterling silver is 92.5% pure silver mixed with 7.5% alloy for strength. A clear guide to what the 925 stamp means,...
What Is a Salt and Pepper Diamond? The Complete Guide
A real diamond that celebrates its flaws. What a salt and pepper diamond is, what causes its speckled look, how durable it...
Toi et Moi Ring Meaning: Symbolism, History & How to Choose
"You and me" in French — two stones, two souls, one ring. What a toi et moi ring means, its history from...
Purple Gemstones: Names, Meanings, Hardness & Value
From everyday amethyst to rare tanzanite — the complete guide to 15 purple gemstones, what they mean, how durable they are, their...
Green Engagement Rings: The Complete Guide to Every Green Gemstone
A complete guide to green engagement rings: every green gemstone explained with real Mohs hardness, honest per-carat pricing, and daily-wear durability, plus...
How to Clean Jewelry at Home: Safe Methods for Every Metal & Gemstone
Almost every piece can be cleaned at home — but the method has to match the material. A jeweler's guide to the...
How to Care for Your Engagement Ring: When to Take It Off & Maintenance Tips
Your love is bulletproof — your ring is not. A complete guide to when to remove it, how to clean every metal...
Promise Ring Meaning: The Complete Guide to Symbolism, History & Purpose
Promise ring meaning explained: what a promise ring symbolizes, its many meanings, a short history, who gives them and when, styles, and...
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