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Expert Tips on How to Clean an Engagement Ring or Fine Jewellery
You want your ring or fine jewellery item, such as an engagement or wedding ring, to last as long as the union it represents. Cleaning and maintaining your precious jewellery is therefore essential in order to preserve its beauty and longevity. In this article, we will offer some expert tips on how to clean your...
How are authentic gemstones formed or created?
For as long as humans have been finding and admiring gemstones, we have been captivated by their allure and symbolism....
Are the Rarest Gemstones the Most Expensive, Valuable or Precious?
People have always been drawn to the magic of gemstones - the rarer, more expensive or more valuable the more alluring....
Diamond fluorescence: Nature’s means of protecting its precious creations…
For far too long the remarkable phenomenon of fluorescence in natural diamonds has been villainised. A victim of the...
Creating a modern Heirloom: The journey of a bespoke diamond ring
Creating modern heirlooms is as much about the journey as it is the finished piece. Beyond the rarity and meticulous...
The gem markets of Beruwala - Expedition Diary
It's hard to pick out which day from our expedition to Sri Lanka was the favourite. We packed so much into such a short...
An introduction to heating and cutting gems in Sri Lanka
We wake up to a clear sky but the air is heavy and thick, as if a downpour is imminent. Considering the rain, we...
Diamond Clarity - What you need to know when buying an engagement ring
When looking at diamonds, knowing what to choose can be wholly overwhelming. This is where we come in. With our expert...
The rough gemstone markets - Ratnapura
5:00am - Another early startIt's still dark as we trundle down the road away from our accommodation. Our early start is...
Expedition diary: Ratnapura mines
Little is made of the remarkable journey a gemstone goes through and even less is discussed on the positive impact...
The story of a modern classic: a bespoke design inspired by the timeless Toi et Moi style
The concept for the Senna ring was inspired by the traditional Toi et Moi style. Each of our ring designs starts with...
Sri Lanka | January 2022: Background to our expedition
In January 2022 we traveled to Sri Lanka, the first of many expeditions, taking you on a journey of discovery in search...
Hugh Brown - The Story of a Mine Photographer
There is not much that Hugh Brown hasn't seen or done when it comes to artisanal mining. Providing a voice and sharing...
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