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Pear Cut Diamond

September 3rd, 2009
Pear Cut Diamond

Pear Cut Diamond

The first pear cut diamond was created in the year 1458 by a Flemish cutter/polisher Lodewyk van Berquem of Brugge.   The pear is a fascinating shape, often referred to as one of the “fancy shapes” along with Marquise, Heart, Oval, and others. 

The actual cut of the pear shape diamond can vary considerably, often the cut will take account of maximising the proportions available within the limits set by the rough diamond from which it is cut.  The more popular ratio of length to width (the aspect ratio)is around 1.5 to 1, giving the cut a full but clear pear shape profile.

To give the pear its “sparkle”, that all important factor for all diamonds, it will normally have 58 facets.  Each of the facets effectively acts as a mirror helping to reflect light internally within the diamond and back toward the eye.  The actual cut proportions are key to any diamond’s overall sparkle, the angle of each facet and its size work together to create the ideal cut pear diamond.

Sometimes, at certain angles, when looking at the pear diamond (and other fancy shapes) a darker shadow maybe seen within, this is quite normal and is referred to as the “bowtie effect”.

Famous people who have purchased a pear shape diamond include Halle Berry (30 ct pear pendant) and Jessica Simpson (4 ct pear engagement ring)

Ruby Engagement Rings

August 31st, 2009

Many of us are not able to think beyond diamonds when it comes to engagement rings. The diamond industry has marketed diamonds so well, that everyone thinks of only diamonds as the ideal stones for weddings, engagements and anniversaries. There are many other gemstones which would last at lifetime and they make excellent engagement rings too. Nowadays, people are slowly shifting to buying rubies, sapphires and emeralds for engagement rings.

The Ruby has the unique quality of capturing and commanding a person’s attention. The profound and vivacious hues of the ruby characterize a ruby. A dark red ruby embedded in shimmering platinum band can look absolutely stunning and captivating. This would make a real style statement and the person wearing it would look gorgeous.

Rubies are great ideas for using as gemstones due to their symbolism. Every ruby is different in hue and tone and has undergone many changes within the earth. Every ruby is different from the other and you would not find two rubies matching each other. These are great symbols of love and are truly unique. It is supposed to withstand good times as well as bad times. Every ruby is unique and has its own individual personality. Based on personal tastes and traditions, you could select a ruby.

If you respect your own individual preferences without bothering about societal norms, then ruby engagement ring is the right choice. Ruby also lends an elegant and stylish look and is valued through centuries due to its rarity and also the amazing looks.
 
It is a false notion that ruby rings are red in color. Though traditional rubies may have the color red, there are rubies with shades of purple and orange. In many countries, rubies are thought to protect from the evil and it also warns the wearer from any mortal danger.  If you are July born, then you should think of getting a ruby engagement ring.  Blood rubies are the most popular and sought after shade. Rubies are put through chemical treatments to deepen the color and also hide surface imperfections, if any.

The disadvantage of the chemical treatment is that they reduce the price of the stone. Gemologists and experts would be able to recognize whether the ruby has been treated with chemicals or not. Moreover, while buying ruby engagement rings make sure you go to a reputed jeweler, so that he does not take you for a ride. Make sure the jeweler is able to give.

Since the early years, people have wanted to possess rubies not only because they are beautiful, but there is definitely some lore and mystery surrounding these stones.