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    Gem Breakfast Blog

    Champagne diamonds glow with honey, cognac, and sun-washed brown hues. Learn how to choose the perfect champagne diamond—color scale, pricing, clarity, sparkle, and the best engagement ring styles. 
    • 11 min read
    Let’s chat about what all your fave gemstones mean (and what they can do for your emotional, mental, and metaphysical well-being)!
    • 9 min read
    Answering your deep questions on prongs! What are prongs? How can you customize them? What are your options with prongs? While prongs mostly exist to keep your stone secure, they can also add to the design and are completely customizable to suit your style and best showcase your stone. Keep reading for your crash course on everything ‘prongs’.   
    • 10 min read
    Every blue sapphire has its own recipe — some rich and velvety, some crisp and airy, some wild and streaked like watercolor. This guide walks you through all the ingredients (color, cut, clarity, carat, origin) so you can spot your perfect pick like a seasoned pro.
    • 11 min read
    Explore our stunning collection of new loose sapphires! Find the perfect sapphire for your custom design, from vibrant blues to unique hues. Shop now for your ideal gemstone. All sourced from our favorite alternative gemstone dealer, Misfit Diamonds.
    • 3 min read
    Today we’re diving into the talented, magical mind of Cybil Pucan, Designer and Creator of one of our favourite handcrafted jewelry lines, Mason Grace Jewelry. Keep reading to learn all about her design process, where she finds inspiration, how her rings express her daily mood, and more.
    • 7 min read
    What are salt & pepper diamonds and why do people love them? And how do you choose one? Find out in our blog post on salt & pepper diamonds that will answer all your questions!
    • 11 min read
    Gold just hit a record high in 2025. Here’s how it affects engagement rings & fine‑jewelry orders — and smart ways to shop now without overspending.
    • 5 min read
    Take our engagement ring quiz to find out your personal perfect engagement ring style.
    • 4 min read
    A transparent and comprehensive comparison between lab diamonds and natural diamonds where we dispel all the myths and tell the unfiltered truth on all facets including: how they form, value & price, and the environmental and ethical impact of both.
    • 10 min read
    If you’re shopping for an engagement ring in San Francisco, stop by Gem Breakfast, a whimsical pink paradise with a buffet of one-of-a-kind engagement rings.
    • 5 min read
    Our favorite timeless, always-in-fashion fine jewelry picks to invest in (infused with our signature anything-but-ordinary Gem Breakfast magic of course).
    • 2 min read