One of the things I am often asked to do is update appraisals from many years ago. Often, the value is similar to or even may be less...

While diamonds are the hardest natural substance on earth, if it weren't possible to break them, we wouldn't be able to cut them to...

This next topic applies whether or not the gemstone in your jewelry is a diamond. Still, since the series has been Understanding Your...

Today we're moving from the diamonds themselves to the way they are set. Above is a graphic showing twelve common ways stones (not just...

While shape is the outward shape of the stone, the word cut is used to denote how well a diamond returns light. Remember physics class?...

Next on the list is clarity. Almost all diamonds will have some type of inclusion inside, the severity of which will determine its...

Diamonds are graded starting at D and going to Z before heading into Fancy Colors. D-F are colorless and are more rare and valuable than...

You have homeowners or renters insurance, so you would naturally think that means all the belongings in your home are covered, but that...

Check out the inclusions in these natural (heated) sapphires from a bracelet. While the stones match to the unaided eye regarding color,...

In all my years of writing appraisals, the pieces I have valued most often are wedding sets, either for the newly engaged, longtime...