Jewellery 101

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What are recycled diamonds?

Many of the diamonds in our pieces are recycled -- learn more about the diamond recycling process!

A close-up of a hand wearing a sapphire ring. The ring is a one of a kind Nereid ring by Laurie Fleming and features a horizontally-set blue-green opalescent sapphire and diamonds on the band.

What are silky, misty, and opalescent sapphires?

Perhaps the most magical of all sapphires, silky and opalescent sapphires are truly one of a kind. Read more to learn about what they are, how they form, and why...

A photo of a hand wearing four rings, stacked. They are all Laurie Fleming Undine bands, from top to bottom: 14k rose gold, 14k yellow gold, 14k champagne gold, 14k white gold.

The Complete Guide to Gold Karat and Alloys

Mystified by all the different karats and colours of gold? Look no further: this guide has everything you need to know about gold alloys.

A photo of a hand in front of some white raw silk. The hand is held up and the fingers are spread. The middle finger is ringed in a dark grey smudge of discolouration on the finger from a solid gold ring.

Why does my solid gold jewellery cause skin discolouration?

Though rare, sometimes solid gold jewellery can leave behind a smudge of discolouration on the skin. This article goes over potential causes and ways to reduce it from happening.

A bed of white silk fabric, upon which rests a set of steel tweezers, a small gemstone box that contains a round brilliant cut diamond against black velvet, and a gold jewellers loupe.

Learn about the 4Cs of diamond grading

It's easy to get overwhelmed when shopping for diamonds! This guide explains everything there is to know about the 4Cs of diamond grading - colour, clarity, cut, and carat.

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