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Get all the pros and cons of princess cut diamonds vs. cushion cut diamonds. Both shapes are popular choices for square diamonds, but there are reasons why a cushion diamond or princess diamond might be better for your engagement ring. Both diamond cuts are carry unique characteristics that fit different styles or personalities.

Around 10 years ago, Jenna, our Production Manager, was gifted a hexagonal shape amethyst by one of her closest friends. Fast forward to present day, we take a look at how Jenna designed and crafted a bespoke cocktail ring.

In an increasingly conscious world, we are constantly looking for ways we can make the experience of buying a diamond informed and transparent. At Taylor & Hart, when it comes to how we talk about our supply chain, we see that the jewellery industry oscillates between opaqueness over diamond sourcing and complete transparency over ethical sourcing diamond practices.

Diamonds and moissanites look similar but they’re completely different gemstones. We break down the pros and cons of diamonds vs moissanites to help you choose the right gemstone for your engagement ring.

Diamond carat weight refers to the weight of a diamond, not its size. A one carat diamond simply means 0.2 grams of diamond. Technically speaking, one carat is equal to 200 milligrams or 100 points meaning that a diamond weighing 0.5 carats is 50 points.

Birthstones. We’ve all got one but April’s birthstone, the diamond, is arguably the most universally admired. Here’s an insight into nature’s most precious creation.