by Neil Beaty | Sep 23, 2023 | "Value", Brick and Mortar Jewelers, Diamond Education, Education, Jewelers, Jewelry History, Lab-Grown Diamonds, Mass Merchandisers, Natural Diamonds
The diamond market is undergoing a significant transformation, with the price of natural diamonds seeing a decline and lab-grown diamonds gaining popularity. This article delves into the various factors contributing to this shift, from consumer preferences to... 
by Neil Beaty | Jun 29, 2023 | Diamond Education, Gemological Institute of America, Jewelers, Jewelry Appraisals
Diamond and gemstone grading reports, or certificates, have become standard faire in the jewelry industry. This is an article about how to read the GIA Grading Report. Summary When anyone is talking about a diamond grading report, or lab report, they mean one... 
by Neil Beaty | Feb 14, 2023 | "Value", Cut Color Clarity Carat, Diamond Education, Gemological Institute of America, Jewelry
Nearly everyone who is shopping for a diamond is familiar with the 4C’s: clarity, color, cut, and carat weight. It’s the traditional GIA grading scale for colorless diamonds. www.gia.edu literally wrote the system and they have a free tutorial on their site. If you... 
by Neil Beaty | Jan 13, 2023 | "Value", Education, Jewelry Appraisals
With nearly every appraisal, after exchanging pleasantries, the first thing to happen will be the appraiser will ask you your purpose or intended use of the appraisal. Many find it to be an odd question. What Difference Does it Make? A lot. Any statement of... 
by Neil Beaty | Nov 29, 2022 | Education, Independent Certified Gemologist Appraiser, Jewelers, Jewelry
It’s often said that jewelry is more ‘trust dependent’ than it is ‘price dependent.’ Everyone wants a good deal, of course, but it’s not all about money, no matter how much we like to think it is. Even more than the quest for a bargain, we want to avoid being cheated....
