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Music Friday: Swiss Singer Luca Hänni Tries to Win the Heart of a 110-Carat ‘Diamant’

on Jun 26 2020

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you fun songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the lyrics or title. Today, Swiss singer-songwriter Luca Hänni pursues the 110-carat girl of his dreams in his brand new release, “Diamant,” which means “diamond” in German. The official music video, which is performed in German and spotlights... The post Music Friday: Swiss Singer Luca Hänni Tries to Win the Heart of a 110-Carat ‘Diamant’ appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.

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3.5 Million Swarovski Crystals Make This Canadian Resort a Jewelry Lover’s Fantasy

on Jun 25 2020

More than 3.5 million Swarovski crystals are integrated into the architecture and decor of the Sparkling Hill Resort near Vernon, British Columbia, making this venue a jewelry-lover's fantasy. Owned by Swarovski family patriarch Gernot Langes-Swarovski, the $122 million, state-of-the-art spa facility reflects crystal-infused opulence from every angle. Visitors approaching the resort will immediately notice a... The post 3.5 Million Swarovski Crystals Make This Canadian Resort a Jewelry Lover’s Fantasy appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.

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Food Network Star Alex Guarnaschelli Shows Off Emerald Engagement Ring

on Jun 24 2020

Celebrity chefs Alex Guarnaschelli and Michael Castellon have taken their relationship to the next level — and the Food Network star has a dazzling ring to prove it. Guarnaschelli took to Instagram on Saturday to show off her new emerald-and-diamond engagement ring and post the simple caption, "Ok @chefmike808, you’re on!" She punctuated the post... The post Food Network Star Alex Guarnaschelli Shows Off Emerald Engagement Ring appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.

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Smithsonian Gem Gallery Tour Takes a Close Look at the ‘Gifts from Napoleon’

on Jun 23 2020

An exhibit titled “Gifts from Napoleon” is the subject of today’s virtual tour of the Smithsonian’s National Gem Collection. Two very special pieces gifted by the French emperor to his second wife, Marie-Louise, are prominently featured in a wall case on the second floor of the Janet Annenberg Hooker Hall of Geology, Gems, and Minerals.... The post Smithsonian Gem Gallery Tour Takes a Close Look at the ‘Gifts from Napoleon’ appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.

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NBA Players Encouraged to Wear Diagnostic ‘Smart Ring’ When Season Resumes

on Jun 22 2020

In an effort to quickly identify health risks when the NBA season resumes in Orlando on July 30, league officials are encouraging its players to wear a lightweight, titanium “smart ring.” The rings made by Finnish company, Oura, are equipped with censors that can detect changes in the players' body temperature, heart rate, sleeping patterns... The post NBA Players Encouraged to Wear Diagnostic ‘Smart Ring’ When Season Resumes appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.

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Music Friday: 19-Year-Old Faouzia Cries ‘Tears of Gold’ in Her Viral 2019 Release

on Jun 19 2020

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you great new songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, Canadian-Moroccan singer-songwriter Faouzia uses precious metals to tell the story of unrequited love in her viral 2019 release, “Tears of Gold.” The official YouTube video has been viewed more than 6.8 million... The post Music Friday: 19-Year-Old Faouzia Cries ‘Tears of Gold’ in Her Viral 2019 Release appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.

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Sotheby’s Marks Return to Live Auctions With Pair of Heart-Shaped Diamond Rings

on Jun 18 2020

A gorgeous pair of fancy-colored heart-shaped diamond rings — one blue, one pink and each valued at more than $7 million — will headline Sotheby's Magnificent Jewels sale on July 10 in Hong Kong. The event marks Sotheby's first live jewelry auction in Asia since the COVID-19 outbreak. A symbol of love and affection, the... The post Sotheby’s Marks Return to Live Auctions With Pair of Heart-Shaped Diamond Rings appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.

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Biblical Aaron Wore a Golden Breastplate Fashioned With 12 Inscribed Gemstones

on Jun 17 2020

The biblical Aaron may have been the original King of Bling. More than 3,300 years ago, the first high priest of the Hebrews (and older brother of Moses) dazzled his followers with a gleaming breastplate fashioned with gemstones representing the 12 tribes of Israel. The inscribed gems — which included emerald, sapphire, amethyst and topaz... The post Biblical Aaron Wore a Golden Breastplate Fashioned With 12 Inscribed Gemstones appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.

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Birthstone Feature: Rare Alexandrite Looks Like an ‘Emerald by Day and Ruby by Night’

on Jun 16 2020

Often described as an "emerald by day and ruby by night," alexandrite displays a dramatic chameleon-like color shift depending on the light source. In normal daylight, a fine alexandrite will appear bluish-green, but under lamplight or candle flame, the gem transitions to a vibrant raspberry red. One of June's three official birthstones (the others are... The post Birthstone Feature: Rare Alexandrite Looks Like an ‘Emerald by Day and Ruby by Night’ appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.

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Proceeds From Sale of Anna Hu’s Heart Ensemble to Support Healthcare Workers

on Jun 15 2020

From July 3 to 13, a three-piece collection of heart-themed jewelry designed by Anna Hu will be auctioned online by Christie's, with proceeds going to support healthcare workers fighting the global pandemic. Hu created these unique pieces exclusively for this charity project using rich brown diamonds mined by Alrosa in Yakutia, a region in the... The post Proceeds From Sale of Anna Hu’s Heart Ensemble to Support Healthcare Workers appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.

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Music Friday: Tommy Proposes With a Class Ring in 1991’s ‘She’s in Love With the Boy’

on Jun 12 2020

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you awesome songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. In Trisha Yearwood’s chart-topping single, “She’s In Love With the Boy,” the parking lot of a Tastee-Freez is the setting for the class-ring marriage proposal of a smitten teen. Written by Jon Ims and... The post Music Friday: Tommy Proposes With a Class Ring in 1991’s ‘She’s in Love With the Boy’ appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.

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Smithsonian Gem Gallery Tour Arrives at the Colorful ‘Stars and Cat’s Eyes’ Exhibit

on Jun 11 2020

Today's virtual tour of the Smithsonian’s National Gem Collection delivers an up-close and personal look at the colorful "Stars and Cat's Eyes" exhibit, starring the "Rosser Reeves Ruby," "Star of Asia Sapphire" and the "Maharani Cat's Eye." Occupying a wall case on the second floor of the Janet Annenberg Hooker Hall of Geology, Gems, and... The post Smithsonian Gem Gallery Tour Arrives at the Colorful ‘Stars and Cat’s Eyes’ Exhibit appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.

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Leading Diamond Miners Join Forces to Launch the ‘Natural Diamond Council’

on Jun 10 2020

The world's leading diamond miners have hit the reset button on the "Diamond Producers Association," relaunching the global trade organization as the "Natural Diamond Council" (NDC), while at the same time replacing their "Real is Rare, Real is a Diamond" branding with the simpler phrase, "Only Natural Diamonds" (OND). NDC's new consumer-friendly website, naturaldiamonds.com, will... The post Leading Diamond Miners Join Forces to Launch the ‘Natural Diamond Council’ appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.

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Treasure Chest Containing $1MM Cache of Gold, Gems and Jewelry Is Finally Found

on Jun 09 2020

It took more than 10 years, but Forrest Fenn's treasure chest containing a $1 million cache of gold nuggets, gold coins, rubies, diamonds, sapphires and historical jewelry has been found. The eccentric multi-millionaire had sparked a mini gold rush in the Rocky Mountains north of Santa Fe when he published clues to the location of... The post Treasure Chest Containing $1MM Cache of Gold, Gems and Jewelry Is Finally Found appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.

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Gemfields’ Third Short Film Introduces the ‘6Cs’ of Buying a Ruby or Emerald

on Jun 08 2020

“Buyers Guide,” the third installment in Gemfields’ short-film series, introduces the “6Cs” of buying a ruby or emerald. Gemfields takes the commonly known “4Cs” of buying a diamond — color, clarity, cut and carat weight — and adds “character” and “certification.” The character of a gemstone is defined by its unique inclusions – the tiny... The post Gemfields’ Third Short Film Introduces the ‘6Cs’ of Buying a Ruby or Emerald appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.

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Music Friday: Eric Clapton’s ‘Golden Ring’ Chronicles a Complicated Love Triangle

on Jun 05 2020

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you classic songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today’s featured song, “Golden Ring,” chronicles Eric Clapton’s complicated love triangle with model Pattie Boyd and The Beatles’ George Harrison. When asked by VH1 in 1999 to name his favorite song from his own... The post Music Friday: Eric Clapton’s ‘Golden Ring’ Chronicles a Complicated Love Triangle appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.

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DNA Fingerprinting Is Used to Determine Origin of Natural and Cultured Pearls

on Jun 04 2020

Simple-to-use DNA testing kits, such as 23andMe and AncestryDNA, have been providing millions of families with eye-opening snapshots of where their ancestors came from. Now, the Swiss Gemmological Institute (SSEF) is employing similar DNA fingerprinting technology to determine the origin of natural and cultured pearls. By combining DNA fingerprinting with age-dating technology already provided by... The post DNA Fingerprinting Is Used to Determine Origin of Natural and Cultured Pearls appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.

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Lady Gaga Wore the 128-Carat ‘Tiffany Diamond’ During a Post-Oscar Run to Taco Bell

on Jun 03 2020

On Friday, Lady Gaga dished the tasty 2019 Oscars backstory of how the $30 million, 128.54-carat "Tiffany Diamond" that she wore during the awards ceremony remained on her neck during a Madonna-hosted afterparty — and a late-night excursion to Taco Bell. During her virtual appearance on The Graham Norton Show, Gaga described the celebration after... The post Lady Gaga Wore the 128-Carat ‘Tiffany Diamond’ During a Post-Oscar Run to Taco Bell appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.

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Birthstone Feature: Historic ‘Pearl of Asia’ Is the World’s Largest Natural Pearl

on Jun 02 2020

Today we celebrate June’s official birthstone by shining our spotlight on the world's largest natural pearl. Tipping the scales at 600 carats (about a quarter pound) and standing 3 inches tall, the "Pearl of Asia" boasts a storied history that dates back more than 400 years. Jewelry experts believe the baroque-shaped pearl was discovered in... The post Birthstone Feature: Historic ‘Pearl of Asia’ Is the World’s Largest Natural Pearl appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.

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12-Carat Blue Diamond Headlines Christie’s First Live Auction Since Outbreak

on Jun 01 2020

A marquise-cut, 12.11-carat, fancy intense blue diamond will be headlining Christie's first live auction since the COVID-19 outbreak. The internally flawless diamond is expected to fetch between $8.3 million and $12.2 million at Christie's Hong Kong on July 10, with previews running from July 4-7. Flanked by two side stones and set on a diamond... The post 12-Carat Blue Diamond Headlines Christie’s First Live Auction Since Outbreak appeared first on Diamond Designs | Orange, CT Jewelry Store.