The Expert’s Guide
Welcome to The Diamond Expert’s Guide – your private jeweller’s perspective. This is where Rhona shares her knowledge and guides you through the world of diamonds and fine jewellery. Whether you’re choosing an engagement ring, creating something bespoke, or simply curious about cuts and carats, she offers honest advice and thoughtful insight – just as she would in a private consultation.
GIA, IGI, HRD: What Diamond Certification Really Means, and Why It Matters
When you invest in a diamond, you're not just buying a beautiful object, you're buying a set of promises. A promise of quality. A promise of authenticity. And, most importantly, a promise of trust....
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Beyond Diamonds: Why Coloured Gemstones Are Back in Fine Jewellery
For decades, diamonds have reigned supreme in the world of fine jewellery. But over the past few years, something beautiful has been happening: a quiet but striking return to colour. Coloured gemst...
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September’s Birthstone: Sapphire
If diamonds are forever, sapphires are unforgettable. Rich in colour, steeped in history, and effortlessly chic, sapphires have long been the gemstone of choice for queens, icons, and anyone who wa...
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Summer’s Over – Now’s the Time to Check Your Diamonds!
Summer is officially behind us, and while we’re ready to cosy up for autumn, this is the perfect time to give your jewellery a little post-holiday check up. I often remind my clients that their jew...
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Side Stones: The Subtle Detail That Can Transform a Ring
When you think of an engagement ring, it’s usually the centre diamond that comes to mind. But one of the most beautiful - and often overlooked details in fine jewellery design is the use of side st...
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Why Choose 18ct Gold Over 14ct?
When it comes to fine jewellery, the gold you choose matters more than most people realise. At The Diamond Expert, we work primarily in 18ct gold and platinum - and that’s a conscious decision root...
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Diamond Cuts: Popular Diamond Shapes Explained
Your Guide to Diamond Shapes: Find the One That Reflects YouWhether you’re choosing an engagement ring or dreaming up a bespoke piece, we explore the most iconic and beloved diamond shapes, from ti...
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Cut, colour, clarity and carat weight make up the grading system by which we categorise diamonds, both natural and lab grown. We can’t control the colour and clarity, but how the diamond’s facets a...
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A Guide to Buying an Engagement Ring
An engagement ring is often the first and most significant piece of jewellery that you will ever buy, and an experience that you will never forget!
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