Engagement Rings

Sam: Should I purchase an antique engagement ring or a reproduction? If you are looking to purchase an antique looking engagement ring, why not buy the real thing. Nothing matches the delicate workmanship and one of a kind designs. The most popular diamond engagement rings come from the Victorian era, the Art Nouveau period, the Edwardian period and the Art Deco time period. Actual antique diamond engagement rings from these...

Cecil Rhodes was the founder of DeBeers and he started simply by renting water pumps during the rush of 1871. Then an 83.5 carat diamond was discovered in the Kimberly Mine in South Africa. He used the proceeds to buy small mining operations and started his own. To fund his new mining operations, he was able to get capital from the Rothschild family. DeBeers was founded in 1888 and, at...

The Taylor-Burton Diamond stands as one of the most mesmerizing gemstones in celebrity history, intertwining the allure of precious jewels with a tale of legendary romance. This pear-shaped diamond, once owned by Elizabeth Taylor, symbolizes opulence and the Hollywood golden era's excess. Discovered in the mines of South Africa, its journey to stardom began when it was purchased by actor Richard Burton, marking one of the grandest gestures of love...

Ruby is the birthstone for July. This rich, bold colorful gemstone is perfect for ruby rings including your ruby engagement ring. Rubies are a 9 out of 10 on the Mohs hardness scale making them a perfect gemstone for everyday wear. The only stones harder than rubies are moissanite and diamonds. The ruby color ranges from purplish or bluish red to a yellowish red. The very best ruby for your...