Top 10 Mother's Day Gifts

God could not be everywhere, so he created mothers.  ~Jewish Proverb

Mother's Day is Sunday, May 13, 2012, that is less than a month away. Hopefully you have made arrangements to show your mom how grateful you are. If you don't have gift yet, jewelry is always great, whether you are looking for a gift for you mom, mother-in-law, grandma, wife or sister, jewelry will surely bring a smile to her face. We have posted the Top 10 Mother's Day Jewelry Gifts below.  Diamonds By Eyal is giving 50% off on all jewelry pieces for Mother's Day.

Investor's Best Friend- Fancy Colored Diamonds

       Investing in fancy colored diamonds has gained popularity over the past three decades. Fancy colored diamonds have significantly increased in value over the past years. Even the most conservative investors are investing in these colored beauties.
       Fancy diamonds are ageless and never loose their brilliant & sparkle. A fancy colored diamond is durable and transportable. It is also rare which makes it extremely valuable. For every 10,000 carats of white diamonds there is 1 carat of fancy diamonds. Investing in colored diamonds is considered a "long term investment" because it creates long-term prosperity for the investor. These rare diamonds maintain their value but appreciate greatly.
Researchers are expecting fancy colored diamonds to triple in price in the future.
       The most common fancy color is yellow, while the rarest is red. Other fancy colors include blue, green, pink and orange. All fancy colored diamonds, whether yellow or red, are predicted to increase in price tremendously over the next 30 years.
       Investing in fancy colored diamonds is a great way to preserve your wealth.If you decide to invest in fancy colored diamonds make sure the certificate has the word "natural" on it.
 

  

Valentine's Day Special: Hearts and Arrows Cut Diamonds

Valentine's Day is a couple days away!

There is no better time than now to read about the Hearts and Arrows diamond cut. Most jewelers emphasize the importance of all the 4 "C"s; we like to focus on the cut. The cut is the most important "C" because it can enhance the brilliance of a stone and transform it from "dull" to brilliant". 

Everyone purchasing a diamond should consider and know about the Hearts and Arrows (H&A). The H&A diamond is one of our absolute favorites. The Hearts and Arrows Diamond is cut and aligned to "ideal" proportions. H&A Diamonds are precision cut variations of the 57 faceted brilliant round cut. Hearts and Arrows are extraordinary in delivering high brilliance, fire and sparkle. The symmetry of the H&A allows light to enter and reflect back out. The brilliance makes the diamonds appear larger and whiter. We like to say "diamonds are like people, some diamonds are dull while others are blooming with happiness". The Hearts and Arrows diamond is a diamond that stands out from the crowd. The brilliance of the Hearts and Arrows is superior to that of other fine cut diamonds of the same size.

The Hearts and Arrows diamond originated in Japan in the mid 1980's. They became popular in the United States around the 1990's. Since the Hearts and Arrows have optically perfect symmetry they take much longer to cut than other diamonds. Less than 1% of diamonds are qualified as Hearts and Arrows. The Hearts and Arrows are superior in value and price. 

With the use of Hearts and Arrows viewer you can see the symmetric patterns of the Hearts and Arrows diamond. When viewing a Hearts and Arrows from the top (crown) you will see 8 symmetrical arrows. When flipped over to the pavilion side you will see a  pattern of 8 hearts with small "V" shapes. 

Diamonds By Eyal has an unmatched inventory of Hearts and Arrows diamonds. Call to make an appointment so you can see these beauties.

(561) 999-8878

The 4Cs: Carat Weight

Once you've determined what cut, color, and clarity grade you're looking for in a diamond, it's easy to determine the carat weight of diamond that will fit within your budget. 

When diamonds are mined, large gems are discovered much less frequently than small ones, which makes large diamonds much more valuable. In fact, diamond prices rise exponentially with carat weight. So, a 2-carat diamond of a given quality is always worth more than two 1-carat diamonds of the same quality. 

To choose the best carat weight of diamonds, consider her style, the size of her finger, the size of your setting, and your budget. If you have a set budget, explore all your options and at Diamonds by Eyal you'll find that there is a wide range of diamond carat weights and qualities available in your price range. 

If your recipient is very active or not used to wearing jewelry, she may find herself bumping or nicking her new ring. Consider a smaller size diamond or a setting that protects a larger diamond from getting knocked against doors and counters. Also keep in mind that the smaller the finger, the larger the diamond will appear. A 1½-carat diamond solitaire looks much larger on a size 4 finger than a size 8. If you have already chosen a setting, make sure you choose a diamond to fit. 

Look for the diamond size specifications of your ring or ask your Diamonds by Eyal diamond and jewelry expert what size diamond you should look for. 

Finally, if a large carat weight is important to you, yet you're working within a budget, please call Diamonds by Eyal to find the perfect stone for you.  But the best way to determine what size is best is by getting an idea of what she is expecting. If you plan carefully, you can get some answers without even raising her suspicions.

Top 8 Gift Ideas For Her

  Gorgeous gifts for the lucky girl on your list. Whether she is your wife, girlfriend, daughter, mom, sister or best friend,  there is a gift here she'll love.

130700

Simply brilliant, these ladies 52 Stone Round Flower Design Pave Diamond Earrings will show her how much you truly care (14K W)

$630.00

84207-2

Beautifully radiant these sapphire and diamond stud earrings unveil princess shape blue sapphires and brilliant diamonds (14K W)

$1,275.00

 

139980

 

Elegant in design this ladies 27 stone round shared prong set diamond heart pendant is a classic way to tell her “I love you” (14K W)

$455.00 

(Chain Sold Separately) 

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Gorgeous and timeless round brilliant cut diamond pendant on 14K white 16” flat cable chain (14K W)

Prices Vary 

(depending on the stone)

137330

Simply intricate Cushion Smokey Topaz and Pave Diamond Lever-back Earrings with Milgrain Trim (14K Y) $575.00

137329


Ladies Cushion Cut Smokey Topaz and Pave Diamond Halo Design Ring with Milgrain Trim Gem 2.88cttw Diamond .11cttw (14KY)



$550.00

101058



Beautiful Ladies 18" 6-6.5mm Fresh Water Pearl Necklace with Filigree Clasp (14K)

$120.00

C439

Gorgeous Ladies "Celtic Noir" Two Row Black Cable Bangle Bracelet Accented with a Rectangular Woven design Pave Diamond Station and Polished Bars Diamond 0.12cttw       

$895.00

  Call Diamonds By Eyal (561) 999-8878                                   

The 4C's: Diamond Clarity

CLARITYDiamonds that are absolutely clear are the most sought-after and therefore the most expensive. But many diamonds have inclusions — scratches, trace minerals or other tiny characteristics that can detract from the pure beauty of the diamond. The GIA and EGL use a detailed system of rules and standards to summarize the number, location, size, and type of inclusions present in a diamond.


Diamond ClarityFL, IF Flawless, Internally Flawless: No internal or external flaws. Internally Flawless: No internal flaws. Very rare and beautiful diamonds. VVS1, VVS2 Very, Very Slightly Included: Extremely difficult to see inclusions under 10x magnification. An excellent quality diamond. VS1, VS2 Very Slightly Included: Inclusions are not typically visible to the unaided eye. Less expensive than the VVS1 or VVS2 grades. SI1, SI2 Slightly Included: Inclusions are visible under 10x magnification. I1, I2, I3 Included: Will be visible to the unaided eye.

What Clarity is best?
We recommend that you select an "eye-clean" diamond — one that has no inclusions visible to the unaided eye. An excellent value, diamonds of this clarity are much less expensive than IF- or FL-grade diamonds and typically do not contain visible inclusions that detract from the beauty of the diamond. If you're considering an SI grade diamond, call Diamonds by Eyal to speak to a diamond and jewelry expert who will review the diamond to ensure the quality and the inclusions. But, if you'd rather not compromise on clarity yet are budget conscious, Diamonds by Eyal will find the diamond for you.





                                           

The 4C's: Color

Searching for the perfect stone can be intimidating. By perfect I not only mean a brilliant diamond that she will love, but also one that is in your budget. Knowing about the clarity of a diamond is essential when looking to purchase a stone. 

COLOR
Acting as a prism, a diamond can divide light into a spectrum of colors and reflect this light as colorful flashes called fire. Just as when looking through colored glass, color in a diamond will act as a filter, and will diminish the spectrum of color emitted. The less color in a diamond, the more colorful the fire, and the better the color grade. At Diamonds by Eyal, you'll find only the finest diamonds with color graded D-K/L. Diamonds graded J or better are colorless or near-colorless — their color is typically undetectable to the unaided eye.

Diamond Color
D Absolutely colorless. The highest color grade, which is extremely rare. E is also colorless. Only minute traces of color can be detected by an expert gemologist. A rare diamond, F Colorless is slight color detected by an expert gemologist, but still considered a "colorless" grade. A high-quality diamond; G-H Near-colorless. Color is noticeable when compared to diamonds of better grades, but these grades offer excellent value.
I-J Near-colorless. Color slightly detectable. An excellent value.
K-M Noticeable color.
N-Z Noticeable color.

Note that Diamonds by Eyal also carries fancy color diamonds. These diamonds are graded on a different color scale than white diamonds. Since the scale above ranges from the best to the worst quality in a white diamond, the colors found in fancy color diamonds are not represented on this scale.

Fancy colored diamonds are quite valuable due to their rarity. Fancy diamond colors include yellow, green, orange, pink, brown, blue etc. The hues of the colors, similar to diamonds, vary. You can find stones that are Fancy Light Yellow, Fancy Yellow, Fancy Intense Yellow and Fancy Vivid Yellow, with Fancy Vivid being the boldest, most valuable and priciest.

About Flourescent
Some people seek diamonds that produce this unique effect, while others avoid it. The visible effects of fluorescence grades of faint, inert, negligible, and medium, can only be detected by a trained gemologist with specific UV light. A fluorescence grade of strong or very strong can make a diamond with a near-colorless grade look even whiter. In some very rare instances a diamond with very strong fluorescence can give the diamond a slight hazy or oily appearance. For the purist, look for a colorless diamond with a grade of D-F and a fluorescence rating of faint, inert, none, or negligible. If you'd rather not compromise on color but would like to stay on budget, choose a diamond with a good cut, and good clarity, consider going with a medium fluorescence. It will still be beautiful to the unaided eye and you may prefer the unique effect of a medium fluorescence. It is imperative to come to our showroom and sit with our diamond experts in order to determine the effectiveness of fluorescence on any given diamond.

Fluorescent Diamond (top picture) vs. Non fluorescent (bottom picture)

For more information you can call us at 561.999.8878