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Wondering if Montana sapphires are durable enough for everyday engagement rings? Spoiler: they are. Learn about their hardness, toughness, and stability—plus setting tips for maximum sparkle and strength.
  • 5 min read
How much does a custom engagement ring cost? We break down pricing by budget, with real examples under $3K to $15K+. Custom = all flavor, no filler.
  • 7 min read
Portrait cut diamonds are ultra-thin diamonds that resemble a perfectly clear pane of glass. With a completely open table and faceting only on the outer edges of the diamond, portrait cuts are made to to be totally transparent with light-catching sparkle along the edges.
  • 6 min read
Hexagon diamonds are the six-sided chameleons of the diamond world. Fancy an art deco aesthetic, a modern minimal moment, a romantic vintage vibe, or an edgy energy? A hexagon diamond can deliver.
  • 6 min read
Discover the ultimate emerald buying guide! Learn how to choose the perfect emerald by color, clarity, cut, and carat. Uncover emerald meaning, history, treatments, and care tips. Find out why emeralds outshine diamonds in rarity and value. Perfect for May birthdays, engagement rings, and timeless elegance. Explore expert insights now!
  • 8 min read
Here’s the truth: recycled gold is not what you think it is. It’s rarely old jewelry being made into new jewelry – more often it's newly mined gold being passed off as ‘recycled’ on a technicality.
  • 8 min read
Whether you're looking for a unique ring box for a proposal or a stunning case for your treat-yourself ring, scroll to see a few of our favorite custom ring boxes designed and created exclusively for special edition Gem Breakfast collections. 
  • 4 min read
We tried to choose our top 20 custom engagement rings. We ended up with 24. From champagne diamonds to teal sapphires, these one-of-a-kind designs are the stuff of legend in the GB kitchen.
  • 7 min read
Whether you're deep in the engagement ring planning process or just poking around the menu, this guide breaks down everything you need to know—from stone selection to setting styles to what actually affects the price tag.
  • 8 min read
Meet Kelty Pelechytik - the artist behind the portait cut diamonds rings we can't keep in stock and that Scalloped Gold Statement Band that's turned so many heads. 
  • 6 min read
Everything to know about the old money aesthetic plus our favorite quiet luxury, old money aesthetic jewelry picks to love now and forever!
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In this guide, we’re diving into all the juiciest Montana sapphire colors, what makes each one special, and how to choose a hue that feels so you it might as well come with your name engraved on it.
  • 7 min read