Grant Mobley

3 days ago | naturaldiamonds.com | Grant Mobley

Among all the pieces of fine jewelry that a person might own in their lifetime, none is quite as versatile, meaningful, or enduring as a great watch. It's a timekeeper, a style statement, and often, the ultimate symbol of accomplishment. When you include a touch of diamonds, the billion-year-old gems transform a watch into something far more extraordinary: an heirloom that transcends generations and holds its value in more ways than one.

2 weeks ago | naturaldiamonds.com | Grant Mobley

Since their discovery, natural diamonds have captivated humanity with their unparalleled hardness and mysterious beauty. Their extreme resistance to shaping and polishing filled them with folklore and superstition. It took thousands of years before humans devised the first successful diamond-cutting techniques. Ahead, uncover the fascinating history of diamond cutting-from ancient traditions to the innovations that shaped today's most brilliant gems.

3 weeks ago | naturaldiamonds.com | Grant Mobley

Why GIA Is Changing the Way Lab-Grown Diamonds Are GradedLab-grown diamonds, on the other hand, are man-made and mass-produced using high-pressure high-temperature (HPHT) or Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) processes. According to Tom Moses, GIA executive vice president and chief laboratory and research officer, "More than 95% of laboratory-grown diamonds entering the market fall into a very narrow range of color and clarity.

1 month ago | naturaldiamonds.com | Grant Mobley

Phillips Auction House's New York Jewels auction, scheduled for June 12, will become one of the year's most talked about events for fine jewelry collectors and natural diamond investors. The auction presents 105 expertly selected lots that highlight design excellence and craftsmanship, including vibrant fancy color diamonds and Muzo Colombian emeralds, alongside timeless creations from renowned brands such as Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, Bulgari, Chaumet, and others.

1 month ago | naturaldiamonds.com | Grant Mobley

Dog tags have a long history beyond their original function as military identification tools. While they may have begun as utilitarian identifiers, they have transformed into powerful personal jewelry statements through diamond-encrusted variations. Today, they serve as modern expressions of style through individuality and sentiment worn by men and women equally. In recent years, diamond-studded versions have become among the most meaningful and stylish pieces in fine jewelry one can own.