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May 14, 2015
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Mary Hood
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We’re living in an exciting era for jewelry. There are endless options for engagement rings, allowing you to express your distinct taste while declaring your love. The diamond solitaire will always be a classic, but nontraditional designs, including colorful stones and unique settings, are on the rise.
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Posted on
April 09, 2015
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Mary Hood
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Pears are one of the trickiest cuts to shop for because it can prove challenging to find one with the right length-to-width ratio.
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April 02, 2015
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Mary Hood
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The breast piece was part of a collection of adornments commissioned by God to signify the dignity of Aaron, a Jewish priest noted for his love of peace.
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January 16, 2015
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Mary Hood
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Many have offered that people would wear a certain stone during its corresponding month as a talisman. For example, the healing powers of February's stone would be most powerful during February, so that stone should be worn during February, even if the wearer wasn't born during that month.
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December 10, 2014
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Mary Hood
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The unfortunate fisheye phenomenon occurs when the diamond is cut with shallow pavilion angles, a large table facet, and/or a thick girdle. The fisheye is a reflection of the girdle appearing just inside the table.
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