Precious Metals
There is a wide range of precious metals available for you to construct a diamond ring. The most popular metals are the ones that are very white, such as Platinum, or shades of Yellow Gold.
Polished Diamonds Blog
Expert jewellery advice, diamond education and inspiration from New Zealand’s leading jewellers
Welcome to the Polished Diamonds Blog, your destination for expert insights, inspiration, and practical advice on all things fine jewellery. As an award-winning New Zealand manufacturing jeweller, we’re proud to share our knowledge on a wide range of topics, including diamond jewellery, coloured gemstones, wedding planning, engagement ring design, and jewellery care.
Whether you’re choosing a sapphire for a bespoke ring, learning about diamond grading, or seeking tips for the perfect engagement ring, our blog offers trusted guidance to help you make confident, informed decisions. Explore the latest articles and discover what makes Polished Diamonds a leading name in precision-crafted jewellery.
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Diamond Colour Information
The rarest and sought-after diamonds are colourless and demand the highest price. So, how do we colour-grade a diamond? The Gemological Institute of America, the world’s largest and most trusted diamond grading facility, invented the diamond colour grading scale.
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Information About Pink Diamonds
Natural pink diamonds aren’t very common; they only account for about 1% of the total production of diamonds in the world. Pink diamonds are 100% natural when the rough stone is found, and they have a pinkish hue.
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How to Choose a Diamond
Choosing a diamond is an exciting and meaningful decision. Whether you’re searching for an engagement ring, a timeless gift, or a personal investment, understanding what makes a diamond truly exceptional is essential.
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Ethically Mined Diamonds
When choosing a diamond, whether for an engagement ring or a special occasion, it’s important to consider not just the beauty of the stone but its origin. Ethically mined diamonds have become increasingly sought after by conscious consumers.
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Information about Diamonds
The characteristics of a diamond are usually determined by having the diamond sent to a gemological laboratory for independent grading. The quality and integrity of these diamond laboratories are therefore very important.
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Scanning
As jewellery design requires accuracy, MRI scanning is the most effective and efficient way to do so. By using this method, we can ensure that your ring is as close to perfect as physically possible.
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History of Engagement Rings
Engagement rings are a gift that a partner gives to their prospective spouse, which symbolises that the person wearing it is engaged to be married. In Western countries, these rings are generally worn by women.
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Diamond Cutting Process
Faceting and shaping diamonds require a lot of knowledge, skill, equipment, and technique to complete correctly. The diamond-cutting process consists of five steps: Planning, Cleaving, Bruting, Polishing, and Final Inspection.
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Designing the Perfect Set
With the excitement that accompanies the process of choosing an engagement ring, many overlook the later task of choosing a wedding band that complements it and forms the perfect set. Having a complete set is important to us.
