Gem Breakfast Blog
Everything you need to know about conflict-free diamonds and ethically sourced diamonds.
- October 19, 2023
- 5 min read
Today we’re chatting all things recycled gemstones with the incredibly knowledgeable Jared Holstein, a Gem Dealer who specializes in post-consumer recycled diamonds and colored gems. Jared’s our favorite source for antique and old cut gemstones and has an unparalleled eye for the unique and memorable. He’s also a strong advocate for transparency and accountability in the diamond world.
- October 19, 2023
- 8 min read
How to convert carat weight to mm and find the true size of every shape of diamond: round brilliant, emerald, princess cut, marquise, asscher, pear, cushion cut, radiant, heart shaped.
- October 13, 2023
- 4 min read
What is a marquise cut diamond · Why we love marquise cut diamonds · How to choose a marquise diamond · The most famous marquise cut diamonds
- October 03, 2023
- 10 min read
It's time for a little diamond trivia - with practical facts and some seriously fantastical facts that will quench your daily thirst for diamonds from dawn till dusk!
- July 26, 2023
- 2 min read
This blog is all about the unsung hero, and the single most important factor in determining a diamond’s overall beauty and brilliance: cut.
- July 26, 2023
- 4 min read
A comprehensive guide to Asscher cut diamonds. We cover all the facts to know about Asscher cut diamonds.
- July 25, 2023
- 9 min read
Welcome to your definitive guide to diamond inclusions! Whether your heart lies with flawlessly clear, bright white diamonds or heavily included, night sky salt and pepper diamonds, we’re here with all the inclusion tips and truths to help you decide!
- July 04, 2023
- 7 min read
We’re sitting down with Ashkan Asgari, Owner of Misfit Diamonds, who is so not your parents’ diamond dealer. We’re learning where he sources his diamonds from, his favorite stones, the process from mine to jewelry, and how he's building his company Misfit Diamonds!
- January 10, 2023
- 8 min read
Raise a glass to our NEW Champagne Diamonds Collection - a treasury of one-of-a-kind champagne diamond rings from the perfect honey-hued statement band to a royal-worthy diamond crown.
- December 07, 2022
- 1 min read
In honor of the famed Australian Argyle Mine’s recent closure, we’re sharing more about this record-breaking mine known for producing stunning and exceedingly rare pink diamonds.
Also, in serendipitous timing, a magical parcel of pink, purple, and champagne diamonds just arrived on the Gem Breakfast doorstep, sourced from the now-closed Argyle mine by Misfit Diamonds.
- February 26, 2021
- 3 min read