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Gothic Engagement Rings: The Complete Style Guide
What makes an engagement ring gothic, the six style families from Victorian mourning to minimalist black, the best dark stones ranked by hardness, black ruthenium versus oxidized silver, coffin, kite...
Cushion Cut Engagement Rings: The Complete Buying Guide
A jeweler's guide to cushion cut engagement rings: the pillow-shaped cut, square vs elongated ratios, crushed ice vs chunky faceting, cushion vs round, princess, oval and emerald, best stones, settings,...
Vintage Engagement Rings: The Complete Guide to Antique & Vintage-Inspired Styles
A jeweler's guide to vintage engagement rings: vintage vs antique vs estate vs vintage-inspired, design cues from Georgian to Mid-century, milgrain, filigree and old cuts, gemstones and metals, and true...
What Is Gold Vermeil? The Complete Guide to Vermeil Jewelry
Gold vermeil explained: the FTC definition (sterling silver, 10K or better gold, 2.5 microns), how it is made, 14K vs 18K, vermeil vs gold plated vs gold filled vs solid...