Category Archives: Gemstones

Gemstones that Look Like Diamonds – Best Diamond Lookalikes for Less

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White Topaz one of the gem stones that look like diamonds

Is there a Gemstone that looks like diamond but costs less? Some of our clients love to know what gemstones look like diamonds. There are many clear white gemstones with a similar appearance to diamond. Despite their hardness and durability, many buyers seek a more affordable diamond alternative. Combined with Platinum or Gold, this can Read the full article…

About Mark Johnson

My name is Mark and I'm founder at Serendipity Diamonds. I have 30 years or experience in polished diamonds and jewellery. Today, I work with an expert team in our Isle of Wight jewellery showroom located in Ryde. Most of my work involves helping clients in our showroom, working on our two websites and photographing jewellery commissions.

Pale Blue Sapphires vs Medium Blue Sapphires

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Jewellery insurance photography

The Gatsby design, shown with a pale Cornflower blue sapphire surrounded by diamonds.  Cheap vs Expensive Sapphires Buyers who are familiar with sapphires usually appreciate the enormous difference that one blue sapphire can possess compared to another. A large proportion of sapphires sold in jewellery are lower quality, commercial grade gemstones suitable for cheaper jewellery. You’ve probably seen small Read the full article…

About Mark Johnson

My name is Mark and I'm founder at Serendipity Diamonds. I have 30 years or experience in polished diamonds and jewellery. Today, I work with an expert team in our Isle of Wight jewellery showroom located in Ryde. Most of my work involves helping clients in our showroom, working on our two websites and photographing jewellery commissions.

What Happens Now? Following 29.6 Carats of Vivid Blue Diamond

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Image courtesy of Petra Diamonds Rare discovery You might have heard in the news that Petra Diamonds recently announced the recovery of a very rare diamond. An exceptional rough, blue diamond weighing 29.6 carats from the Cullinan Mine, South Africa. The diamond has been described as vivid blue, with extraordinary saturation, tone and clarity.  What Read the full article…

About Mark Johnson

My name is Mark and I'm founder at Serendipity Diamonds. I have 30 years or experience in polished diamonds and jewellery. Today, I work with an expert team in our Isle of Wight jewellery showroom located in Ryde. Most of my work involves helping clients in our showroom, working on our two websites and photographing jewellery commissions.