Over the years, all types of items have been created with diamonds, some traditional and some not so traditional. In addition to traditional pieces such as jewelry, other items of interest have included diamond studded bras, tiaras, shoes, and now, a cricket ball! Although it sounds bizarre, there is in fact a diamond-studded cricket ball in existence. Continue reading »
For those that have a love of diamonds and a love of the movies, finding one with both ideas is a treat. Diamond investing, fraud and heists are at the heart of real life adventures. Movies love to imitate real life. They are also well written and although they may seem like, most aren’t taken from any real life situations. A great diamond plot is the heart of many movies that have hit the big screen. If you are looking for movies that involve diamonds, you are in luck, there are many available and there are more to hit the theaters soon. Continue reading »
Nothing says luxury more than lavish diamonds and for those that can afford it, the cost of these luxury items are worth it. From celebrity jewelry to diamond studded iPods, these lavish diamonds are the perfect compliment to a luxurious lifestyle.Recently, KimCor Diamonds announced that it has sold a 31.4 carat diamond found in the Nooitgedacht alluvial mine in South Africa for $226,000. Equaling a cost of $7,200 per carat it is one of the most expensive diamonds recovered from the South African diamond mine. Continue reading »
Why is it that people find stories of jewelry theft entertaining? What is it about the theft that leaves us riveted and waiting for more of the story? There are fictional accounts of diamond heists that people still talk about to this day. There are movies made about theft, either jewelry theft, monetary theft, etc., that go on to make millions at the box office. Movies like “Ocean’s Eleven” and the subsequent sequels, and “The Italian Job” are all great examples of the fact that folks really do like to watch people steal things. Continue reading »
Funeral arrangements that involve cremation are more popular than ever today. Cremation conserves costs and it allows individuals more flexibility when it comes to dictating how their remains will be handled after death. Traditionally, people have had three choices regarding the dispersal of their cremated remains. They could be scattered in whole or in part in a special place, kept by loved ones, or buried. Continue reading »
When the contents of the Iranian Treasury were opened up in the 1960s, the existence of three legendary Indian diamonds was revealed. They are the Darya-I-Nur, the Nur-Ul-Ain and the Taj-I-Mah. The first two diamonds are said to have been cut from a legendary stone known as the Great Table Diamond. Continue reading »
While many people look at diamonds as a beautiful token of affection, there are those that make their living off of them. Watching the recent Oscar ceremonies would make their tongues hang out with envy. Continue reading »
Whenever someone receives a diamond as a gift there is usually a story behind it. Whether it was given in a snow-filled park on a beautiful winter night, or on a beach when the stars and moon were in full view, the stories are always memorable. Diamonds represent many things. They can be used to tell someone “I love you,” or “I am sorry.” Continue reading »
Have you ever had the chance to buy a diamond ring that was “once owned by the Queen of England,” or was “from the Free Mason period?” Continue reading »
Perhaps, none could ever be more fabulous than the precious collection jewels in the Crown Jewels of England. The Tower of London is perhaps one of the most visited places in England because many people would like to see the Crown Jewels. These precious jewels were set in ceremonial objects used by the Royalty, and up to this date, England is the only monarchy in Europe that still uses the ceremonial symbols when crowning a new leader from the Royalty line. The two most famous and most precious diamonds in the world, Cullinan Diamond and Kohinoor Diamond, are being contained in the Crown Jewels of England. The Crown Jewels also contain glorious regal crests that include crowns, scepters, coronets, and orbs. Truly, these crown jewels are worth a fortune since the crown of the king contains 297 pearls, 2818 diamonds, and many other types of jewel, making the crown weigh more that thirty-nine ounces.
Where else can you find the most fabulous diamonds and gemstones in the world but in the Crown Jewels? The magnificent regal emblems were taken down from the time of Restoration. However, many of these crown jewels were destroyed when the Commonwealth was replaced. Below are some of the jewels that make up the Crown Jewels: Continue reading »
