The Expert’s Guide

November’s Birthstones: Citrine and Topaz

The Beauty of November’s Gemstones If your birthday falls in November or you’re buying for someone who celebrates then, you have two beautiful gemstones to choose from: Citrine and Topaz. Each cap...

Why Choose The Diamond Expert

Buying fine jewellery is a deeply personal experience. It marks a moment in your life, it tells a story and those stories have legacy. You might be creating an engagement ring, celebrating a birthd...

October’s Birthstone: Tourmaline

A Gemstone That Has It All October is a lucky month because it gets not one but two birthstones - Opal and Tourmaline. While opal is the more traditional choice, it is not durable enough for most e...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...