Gem Breakfast Blog
Which is better – white gold or platinum? It all depends on what’s important to you – color, purity, finish, price, durability, or long-term care. Keep reading for our help-you-decide guide!
- February 03, 2026
- 10 min read
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.
- February 03, 2026
- 11 min read
Rose cut diamonds are antique-inspired, rare, and look larger per carat. Learn their history, cost, and why they’re trending as non-traditional engagement rings.
- February 03, 2026
- 9 min read
Before you put a ring on it, let’s make sure it fits! Keep reading for your all-in-one guide to ring sizing.
- February 03, 2026
- 12 min read
December’s newest birthstone, Tanzanite is a mesmerizing blue-violet gemstone made of the mineral, zoisite. This prismatic, multi-colored stone is only found in one spot on Earth, near the base of majestic Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania.
- February 02, 2026
- 7 min read
October's second birthstone, tourmaline is an incredibly vibrant gemstone that comes in every color of the rainbow - including multi-colored stones that look like the juiciest gem-iest watermelon!
- February 02, 2026
- 8 min read
If you love emeralds but want a more durable wear-everyday stone, say hello to green sapphires. Rated a 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, green sapphire engagement rings come in an infinite array of colors from deep forest green to teal to light pastel green. Read our ultimate guide to choosing a green sapphire ring and see some of our favorite teal sapphires and green sapphires.
- February 02, 2026
- 7 min read
The pros and cons of solid gold, gold filled, gold plated, and vermeil jewelry.
- February 02, 2026
- 9 min read
An ode to the most under-hyped, but stunningly gorgeous stone around – Spinel! Often confused with Ruby, and found in a rainbow of hues, it’s a stone that deserves its moment in the spotlight.
- February 02, 2026
- 9 min read
If you’ve been side-eyeing old gold jewelry and wondering if it could help pay for a custom ring, you’re not alone. Here’s how selling scrap gold usually works—and how people turn it into something they actually want to wear.
- January 28, 2026
- 5 min read
You don’t need permission to buy yourself a ring — but if you’re looking for a reason, we’ve got plenty. From birthdays and graduations to career wins, fresh starts, and just-because Tuesdays, this is your guide to marking life’s moments with jewelry that you love.
- January 26, 2026
- 7 min read
Gold has hit a record high in 2026. Here’s how it affects engagement rings & fine‑jewelry orders — and smart ways to shop now without overspending.
- January 22, 2026
- 6 min read