What are the Common Shapes of Diamonds?Many jewelry stores offer a rich variety of jewels that have diamonds of different shapes and of different prices embedded in them. In the process of buying diamond jewelry it is important to understand what is a qualitative diamond? and what are its characteristics?....

This upcoming Valentine’s Day, we decided to celebrate the shining diamonds and the glittering gems by gathering a few interesting facts about their source and their history.The ancient Greeks believed that diamonds are the tears of the gods, and the Romans believed that cupid’s arrows are similar to diamonds. This...

Will the diamond exchanges start supervising over diamonds that were produced in laboratories?In the recent years, the market of manmade diamonds has risen, and according to the estimations, millions of carats of manmade diamonds are now sold every year. All of this is only an estimation, because many of those...

In the year 2016, the company Nemesis International purchased a massive diamond named “Constellation” that weighs 813 carat. Nemesis International purchased this diamond together with the Swiss jewel company De Grisogono in exchange for 63.1 million USD (which amounts to about 77.613 carat per carat).The first polishing factory that was...

The Singapore Diamond Investment Exchange (SDIX) began trading a new standardized diDiamond Bullion is a credit card-sized package of diamonds sourced at wholesale prices on the Singapore Diamond Investment Exchange. This credit card sized device contains a chip that allows immediate valuation of the package based on exchange trading and...

What are laboratory diamonds?Laboratory growth diamonds, which are also called synthetic diamonds, are diamonds that are not found in nature, but are specifically produced in a laboratory.In the laboratory, we reconstruct the conditions that natural diamonds are produced in. These conditions of the area include a pressure and high temperatures....

Proposing in India – It can’t be done without a diamond ringMarriage Proposal is a highly anticipated event in every pair’s life – especially for the girl. And the importance of official, well-planned and highly emotional proposal is sky-high.India is one of these unique countries where the past and the...

Getting engaged is one of the most exciting moments in our lives – and the engagement ring is definitely playing a major part during this event. There are many ways to lead this parade:                         some women prefer to be surprised with an amazing diamond ring, being totally unprepared, some of...

Dating and even living together is great – but there’s this moment in every couple’s life which divides their lives to “before” and “after”. This moment is, of course, the moment of engagement, when the question is popped and tears of joy are shed. And as pure as these tears...

They call it “the awards season” for a good reason. The Oscars is just main event of long list of events showcasing various current affairs in the world of fashion, celebrity, culture and more. Long story short, during the awards season one can see what’s “hot” and what’s “not”. In...

The Oscars ceremony is one of the most glamorous events of the year and all of Hollywood’s stars are taking the opportunity to show themselves in their glory. It is also the evening of all jewelers, who can only dream of the exposure of their products at such levels, and...

A special event took place this February in the Israeli Diamond Exchange compound in Ramat Gan. Over 300 representatives participated in the sales of leading diamonds, networking meetings and exhibitions of leading Diamond Manufacturers in Israel and in the world. This event was the 6th of its kind, lasted for...

When it comes to women and diamonds, woman are absolutely fascinated by them. This fascination never fades away either. Women from all over the world and from all walks of life swoon over them and it seems like they just can’t get enough of them. Diamonds take a woman’s breath...

Is it really that important whether the diamond is real or not?Today we have reached a point where one can create a diamond in a lab which is almost indistinguishable from a natural one.Due to evolution of technology, it is almost impossible today to distinguish between an artificial diamond and...

Diamonds are the world’s most familiar gems, and they are expensive and unique. The purchase of diamonds by private people is mostly for jewelry, but it is also done as an investment. The diamond jewels are amongst the most prestigious and most beautiful jewels. The purchase of a diamond isn’t...

You have saved money?You deposited it in bank accounts and in tax shelters in many countries throughout the world?Then it obvious that you really want to preserve its value.But the fact that in the recent years, the investments in the banks carry an annual interest of 0%,together with the commissions...

Israel is one of the world’s leading diamond centers for the trade and manufacture of diamonds.Manufacturing a big amount of the world’s rough quality in terms of dollars. Israeli diamond companies, such as Moti Israeli Diamonds, supply the diamonds that garnish a vast amount of the diamond jewelry all over the world....

Cushion cut diamonds are diamonds cut in a square or rectangular shape with rounded corners.They are also called “pillow cut diamonds” as their shape slightly resembles a pillow.This classic cut has been around for nearly two centuries and has been considered themost popular diamond shape for many years. In fact,...

The famous diamond manufacturer Lazare Kaplan first developed the oval cut diamond, in the 1960s as a modern and more daring alternative to the classic round brilliant cut diamonds. The advantages of oval cut diamonds Since the round brilliant cut diamonds consist nearly 80% of the diamond sales throughout the...

Round brilliant cut diamonds compose 75% of the diamonds that are sold throughout the world. What makes round diamonds the most popular cut? The round brilliant cut diamonds are the most popular diamonds for engagement rings and for wedding rings. The reason for this may perhaps derive from the symbolism...

In the market of the diamond jewels, there are a lot of polishing methods, that the most common one amongst them is the round polishing because it matches a vast variety of jewelries and different designs.The second most popular polishing method in the diamond industry is the princess cut polishing.All...

From Sunday the 22.5.2016 and till Thursday the 26.5.2016, the international rough diamond week shall take place in the rough diamond trading hall of the Israel Diamond Exchange. The International Rough Diamond Week in Israel  22-26/5/2016 Israel is amongst the leading players in the world in the manufacture and export...

One of the most important characteristics of the natural diamonds is their rareness. The importance of this rareness is in the combination between the human will to be the owners of a rare product and between the ability of this product to maintain its value, which maybe increase over the...

In the past, the emerald was known as a green colored precious stone, and the Indians in South America used it for purposes of rituals.The emerald is mentioned in the bible under the name “agate”, and it is the third stone in the row of stones that were above the...

Diamonds were and will always be amongst a woman’s best friends, and she definitely knows that when it comes to a wedding ring that a diamond is embedded in it, size does matter. Whether to choose for a gold ring a diamond that weighs 1-carat or a diamond that weighs...

Loose diamonds can easily be found by searching for them on online when looking for diamond wholesalers or jewelry shops. Before discussing where to buy loose diamonds I would like to mention that a loose diamond is the most important and expansive part of your diamond engagement ring. The diamond...

Buying a diamond ring can be a fun.Take a walk around different jewelry stores, many cities have a street where jewelry stores are concentrated in. After doing some window shopping, find a diamond ring that catches your eye. There might be more than one that will grab your attention, so...

If diamonds are a girl’s best friend, as said by the actress Marilyn Monroe,then this makes the men that buy them these diamonds, their best friend as well, says one of the leading diamond consultants in Israel – diamond dealer Moti Israeli. Which factors determine diamond jewels prices The differences in...

Israel Diamond Exchange Ltd is a private company, which unites more than 3,200 members and companies engaged in all aspects of the diamond business – import and export of rough and polished, manufacturing, and brokering. The Israel Diamond Exchange creates for its member’s business frame, to manage affairs in the...

The world has already seen several large diamonds, but the fate of any record is to be broken. Recently, Africa’s biggest diamond in the past 100 years has been found. The stone reaches the size of 1,111 carats and is of high quality. In fact, it is the second largest...

At the University of Melbourne,  eight carat diamond has been smashed to smithereens in a purpose to discover the secrets of its origin  Professor David Phillips, Head of the School of Earth Sciences at the University of Melbourne, recently took a hammer to the diamond to extract two rare, emerald-colored...

Basel world is one of the biggest and most important shows for the jewelry, watch and diamond industry.Visitors got an overview of what the industry has to offer. One can always find new collections, new creations and new innovations at the exhibit. The history of the show is that it...

The fourth International Diamond Week took place February 8 to 12 in the Trading Hall of the Israel Diamond Exchange (IDE). Organized by the IDE in cooperation with the Diamond Dealers Club of New York (DDC) and the Antwerp Diamond Bourse (Beurs voor Diamanthandel), International Diamond Week has already built...

Diamonds come in all shapes and sizes, with some being more popular than others. Here are five things you should know about 2-carat diamonds before you start diamond shopping online: 1. How big is a 2 carat loose diamond?  A diamond’s carat is a measure of its weight but it...

How rare are the diamonds?The jewelry industry advertises that diamonds are a rare mineral but no more so than the gold from which most expensive jewelry is made. I have been in the diamond industry for over 45 years and I think diamonds are truly a rare mineral.In this article,...

An Oval diamond engagement ring. When we talk about choosing an engagement ring we are talking about a real thought process, our initial instinct is to bring to our heart’s choice and/or choice the best quality engagement ring.The rings market is considered one of the largest markets in the jewelry...

How can you tell the difference between a real diamond and a fake one? The diamond is the rarest mineral in nature and the most difficult to mine. The diamond’s prestigious status is not only the result of smart marketing moves, but a direct result of its prevalence in nature...

If you were looking for a luxurious, unique and unusual piece of diamond-studded jewelry at a reasonable price, a champagne diamond is the perfect choice that will allow you to enjoy a piece of jewelry on a different level and at a very reasonable investment.A natural champagne colored diamond –...

We all know diamonds. We see them embedded in a wide variety of jewelry, such as pendants, necklaces, earrings, bracelets, watches – and of course, engagement rings and wedding rings. How do you buy diamonds, and where do you do it? What should you do if you are interested in...

If you’ve ever tried to learn more about diamonds and the worldwide diamond trade, you’ve most likely figured out quite quickly that there are several key locations associated with this intriguing field. We are referring to places where bulk quantities of ancient precious stones are traded. Israel is, to the...

Many times, the choice whether to purchase a jewel, and especially a diamond jewel like a diamond ring, diamond earrings or an engagement ring that is embedded with a diamond is an exciting and special choice that doesn’t happen in everyday life. If you are not sure that you have...

There are countries, mostly in Africa, which have many natural treasures, like diamonds; however the demographic, political and economic conditions in these countries have created a phenomenon in which the diamonds (and sometimes also other natural treasures) are mined under conditions of coercion, while risking the safety and even the...

When it comes to choosing jewelry with a diamond in it, whether it is an engagement ring or a gold ring with a diamond embedded in it, we are dealing with much more than an emotional choice. The reason for this is because diamonds are a financial asset that its...

Buying diamonds online or from a local retailer shouldn’t be taken lightly. They can be very expensive and you want to make sure you’re getting your money’s worth. This is where GIA certification comes in, both in online purchases and at jewelry stores. What is GIA?GIA is a non-profit organization...

A woman who has experienced nuptial bliss knows the scenario. Everything is set, invitations, wedding planner,dress, hairdresser and even the colour of the fingernails.Just one question left before we run, “what jewelleryshould I wear?” She told her mirror, “They say that jewellery should say as much about you as the clothes you wear.” The wondrous image returned with a smile, “if you know thatthen you know what you want from your jewellery.” Our...

Compare one ounce of gold with another ounce of gold; you will not see any difference assuming they are of the same shape and size. This makes gold a commodity. To prove the old argument about whether a diamond is a commodity or a gemstone, just compare two stones of the same...

How to Buy Diamonds If you ask how buying a car differs from buying a diamond, the answer is found in how we make the choice. Cars come in any style, colour and price as do diamonds and most people become motor engineers and profess to know about the intricacies...