The process of purchasing a ring can be overwhelming–the terminology alone used by the industry professionals may as well sound like Latin to a first-time shopper. When looking for women’s rings, there are several factors your sales associate will need to know to help you make the best selection, including your budget, desired stone, metal, […]
THE ANTIDOTE FOR THE 6% CHANCE SHE DOESN’T LIKE THE ENGAGEMENT RING What to do when you don’t know what to do? Selecting the perfect engagement ring for that bride-to-be can be overwhelming. It’s a Catch-22; you want her to think the ring you have in your hand is exactly the one she would have picked out […]
Diamonds are such elegant stones; however the process in how they are formed is anything but. Diamonds are formed 100 miles below the earth’s surface in a layer called the mantle. The mantle is located between the earth’s crust and core. Here, intense pressure and temperature changes the structure of carbon, literally crushing the elements together, […]
If you’re in the market for an engagement ring, the entire process can be a little overwhelming at times. Realistically, most of us are not gemologists. You want your future betrothed to be dazzled when you open the jewelry box during your magic proposal, but you’re worried that if you don’t pick a large enough […]
Diamonds are an investment. Just like a car, a house, or your teeth, proper maintenance will ensure the value is maintained and minimizing potential damage. Here are a few tips…the down and dirty on diamond cleaning and proper care that don’t take much time at all: DO VISIT YOUR JEWELER ANNUALLY. It is important that […]
There at 10 different diamond shapes, all of which offer unique visions of sparkling beauty. Your personal style choices can reveal a lot about you–if you’ve ever wondered why you’re drawn to one style over another, or need help in determining which diamond style is right for you, here’s our list of common diamond shapes […]
Photo Source: gemsociety.org The late Princess Diana opted for a 12 carat sapphire as the center stone of her engagement ring, instead of a diamond, as a symbol of marriage to Prince Charles. This is the same ring Prince William proposed to Kate Middleton with. Now, Duchess Catherine proudly wears the infamous sapphire ring which […]
When it comes to the marriage proposal location, there are many options tucked away in the beautiful Houston skyline. Here are a few of our top proposal ideas when it comes to the location: HERMANN PARK CONSERVANCY This park has many different landscapes in one place to set as your backdrop to your proposal. The […]
Welcome to Shaftel Diamond’s latest resource for those in search of fine jewelry for those special life occasions. Over the past three decades, Shaftel Diamond’s beautifully crafted jewelry has become renown throughout the Houston, TX area. We realize the momentous symbolism in selecting the perfect piece of jewelry that preserves that special memory and take […]
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