by Pope Jewelers | Jun 5, 2019 | Engagement Rings, Opals, Sapphires
So you’re looking to make a statement with your engagement ring but you’re not sure how. Using colorful gemstones as an alternative to a traditional diamond engagement ring is a perfect way. There are an array of different types of gemstones that can be used for... by Michael Pope | Mar 16, 2019 | Diamonds, Emerald, Engagement Rings
Emerald’s lush green has soothed souls and excited imaginations since antiquity. Its name comes from the ancient Greek word for green, “smaragdus.” Rome’s Pliny the Elder described emerald in his Natural History, published in the first century AD: “…nothing greens... by Michael Pope | Apr 9, 2018 | Diamond Jewelry, Diamonds, Engagement Rings
You probably already know of the diamond’s toughness. In fact, it’s the hardest gemstone and is made of just one element: carbon. Its structure makes it 58 times harder than anything in nature and can only be cut with another diamond. While it’s become nearly... by Michael Pope | Nov 30, 2017 | Diamond Jewelry, Diamonds, Engagement Rings, Sapphires
If you are ready to propose, then you are, no doubt, facing the small matter of buying the perfect diamond engagement ring. No worries, we’ve put together a short list of the top things to consider when buying a ring, so you can hone your purchasing skills before even... by Michael Pope | Nov 8, 2017 | Birthstone, Engagement Rings, Topaz
Through much of history, all yellow gems were considered topaz and all topaz was thought to be yellow. Topaz is actually available in many colors, and it’s likely not even related to the stones that first donned its name. The name topaz derives from Topazios, the... by Michael Pope | Oct 10, 2017 | Birthstone, Engagement Rings, Opals
OCTOBER BIRTHSTONES Individuals born in October get to choose between two birthstones—tourmaline and opal. Each gem then unveils nearly limitless possibilities, as each one comes in a rainbow of shades and color combinations. In fact, both of October’s birthstones...