Colored Diamonds

Goregeous Natural Green Diamonds

2011-04-19T23:41:00.000-04:00

Now that's what I call GREEN!

Natural color green diamonds anyone?!

Those would look just dandy in a pair of platinum studs! Sign me up...

Natural Color Diamond Auction is Big News

2011-04-14T01:30:00.000-04:00

Even with one failed auction, April proved to be a big month for natural color diamonds after an impressive day "on the block" at Christie's Magnificent Jewels Sale.

While their stunning 10ct purple-pink diamond didn't sell, other large stones, including a 37ct D color IF white and a 3.25ct IF vivid blue diamond, realized impressive prices.

A Year In Natural Colored Diamonds

2011-04-07T04:59:00.001-04:00

It's truly been an incredible for the natural color diamond market. What exactly is fueling this boom in diamond prices is hard to say, but what's for sure is the forecast doesn't look to be changing any time soon.

JCK Online reviews a spectacular year in natural color diamond auction sales:

Etienne Perret's Colored Diamond Designs Shine In Niche Jewelry Award Finals

2011-01-05T04:25:00.002-05:00

Etienne may be a regular on the international jewelry awards circuit, but that doesn't leave him any less proud of his latest recognition--Earning a finals spot in two different divisions of the prestigious NICHE Awards!

Sponsored by NICHE magazine, the NICHE Awards program began in 1989 to celebrate excellence and innovation in American and Canadian fine craft. Artists are recognized in professional and student divisions. The competition received a total of 267 entries spread over eight jewelry categories.

Etienne's dramatic orange colored diamond black Gem Ceramic Maxine wedding/engagement ring combo is one of only four finalists in the Wedding Jewelry category.

Equally exciting is Etienne's colored diamond Gem Ceramic Rainbow Bangle bracelet, that made it into the finals in the Fine Jewelry division, and is sure to face some tight competition amidst the four other top entries, including Erik Stewart's Fluted platinum diamond and sapphire ring.

The winners will be announced at the NICHE Awards night in February. Stay tuned to find out if Etienne's designs beat out the competition!

Stunning Colored Diamond Earrings By Etienne Perret

2010-12-17T03:29:00.000-05:00

While Etienne may be best known for his exceptional bridal jewelry collections, he is no stranger to the world of fashion jewelry & there's no better time of the year to share one of Etienne's beautiful fashion designs than the holidays!

Capturing a powerful dose of brilliant colors in a small yet charmingly stylish package, these Sarah Huggie earrings feature an array of color enhanced and natural color diamonds set in 18kt white and yellow gold, that is sure to brighten up any occasion!

Gem Ceramic By Etienne Perret Hits The United Kingdom

2010-11-16T03:00:00.002-05:00

It's a very special feeling for an artist when their work gets recognized far away from home. ProfessionalJeweller.com is one of the UK's leading jewelry websites and offers great insight into the complex world of fine jewelry.

Recently the editors of Professional Jeweller discovered the Gem Ceramic collection and decided, despite the giant puddle jump and Etienne's relative lack of exposure in the UK, his designs were well worth the attention of their readers. Well done guys, no one can deny your good taste!

A gallery featuring some of Etienne's exceptional new Gem Ceramic designs is viewable here...

Time To Give Etienne Perret A Shot To Design A Colored Diamond Victoria Secret Fantasy Bra

2010-10-23T05:46:00.001-04:00

Famous, amongst so many other wonderful reasons, for their extravagant annual tradition of designing an over-the-top Fantasy Bra, Victoria's Secret is a name that forever basks in the spotlight of consumer media. Every year we watch, in awe, for the unveiling of the V.S. Fantasy bra, what stunning jewels adorn it, and what outrageously wealthy woman it might end up enveloping.

But is there something deeper that the Fantasy bra represents, some type of knowledge we can glean from this flamboyant display of wealth? If anything it may be a clue as to the economic trends America is facing.

The budget for Victoria's Secret annual Fantasy Bra has been dwindling for several years now. Apparently responding to economic trends, this year's bra comes in at just $2 million retail, falling well short of the $3 million price tag in garnered last year, never mind the $6.5 V.S. dared to ask in 2006!

Sadly, not only did this year's V.S. Fantasy Bra see the lowest sale value to date, but designers were forced to cut out diamonds of color all together, and could only afford to bedazzle their prized negligee with white diamonds, sapphires and topaz.

What a shame...If V.S. gave Etienne Perret the chance with that budget, you can bet your bottom dollar, he would electrify the Fantasy Bra with drop dead gorgeous diamonds in an exquisite variety of vivid colors. It is an absolute blessing of nature and technology to see all of the options that working with beautiful color enhanced natural diamonds has given us--for Etienne Perret, complete creative freedom comes in any color of the rainbow!

Etienne often uses natural color and white diamonds in his designs especially in the yellow, pink and brown ranges in his designs. However, he has found his niche creating the highest quality bridal jewelry using color enhanced natural diamonds. The use of color enhanced natural diamonds opens many doors, allowing Etienne to create beautiful custom designed rings, with easily sourced and exactly matching color diamonds, in nearly any color of the rainbow, at much more affordable prices.

Etienne's Gem Ceramic collection has recently been covered by luxury websites such as Robb Report, and worn by Toni Collette, star of United States of Tara, at the 2010 Emmy's.

Contact Etienne and work with the Artist directly to custom design the colored diamond jewelry of your dreams at refreshingly affordable price!

Etienne Perret at the Westchester Craft Show

2010-10-15T03:51:00.003-04:00

Etienne is excited to share his innovative new Gem Ceramic bridal and fashion collections as well as his traditional precious metal designs, set with diamonds in every color of the rainbow, at the Westchester Craft Show this weekend! Read more on Facebook.

Among the nation's best juried shows, the show offers its sophisticated New York and Connecticut audience a highly-selective showcase of exceptional work and the opportunity to meet more than 100 artists who com...e from all over the United States.

A rich diversity of craft: basketry, ceramics, glass, fiber decorative and wearable, furniture, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, and wood.

Crafts America Shows, LLC, producers of the Washington Craft Show and the Palm Beach Fine Craft show, has staged the Westchester Craft Show for 17 years

WHEN: October 15,16,17, 2010
Fri. Oct. 15 — 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sat. Oct. 16 — 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sun. Oct. 17 — 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

WHERE: Westchester County Center
198 Central Avenue (Route 119 at Central Ave)
White Plains NY 10606-1119
See our website for map and directions.

ADMISSION:
General Admission: $12.00
Senior Citizens: $10.00
Children under 12 free
Cash only accepted for admission, please be prepared.

Please inquire for special group rate for 10 or more people: info@craftsamericashows.com

Bvlgari Blue Auction

2010-10-05T10:20:00.001-04:00

One of the world's most significant and beautiful natural color diamonds, the Bvlgari Blue, will be up for auction by Christie's on October 20 of this year! It is extraordinarily rare to see a diamond of this grade (Fancy Vivid Blue) and size (10.95ct) come up for auction and the fact that it's a Bvlgari design makes it that much more exciting!

Quoted below from AmbitionMag.com:

Etienne Perret Gem Ceramic on The Daily Jewel

2010-10-02T06:42:00.001-04:00

There are quite a few self-proclaimed jewelry experts out there, some of whom don't know a thing about fine jewelry. But a few are legit, and out of the handful of truly experienced and knowledgeable jewelry authorities, one stands out for consistently sleuthing out some of the coolest jewelry designs for the benefit of her loyal followers.

Robyn Hawk, editor of The Daily Jewel and A Fly On The Wall: Family of Blogs, is a master in her field, and has no lack of good taste when it comes to hunting down the hottest new fine jewelry designs. Robyn recently went one step beyond offering her customary "Daily Jewel" when she gave praise to a wide selection of Etienne's Gem Ceramic and colored diamond designs!

Below copied directly from The Daily Jewel:

Ask Miss A About the I. Gorman Jewelers Ultimate Ring Event

2010-09-30T01:32:00.002-04:00

I. Gorman Jewelers Ultimate Ring Event, Fall 2010, is coming your way this weekend, and it's creating quite a buzz around the Capitol, amongst the fashion forward and romantic couples alike!

Etienne's stunning colored diamond engagement, wedding and commitment rings will be out in force. Don't miss your chance to meet with Etienne personally to custom design the ring of your dreams!

One of our favorite fashion bloggers, Andrea Rodgers of AskMissA, is one of many who'll be darned if they miss the opportunity to see Washington DC's finest collection of Bridal Jewelry!...See you there...

Etienne Perret at I. Gorman Jewelers Ultimate Ring Event, Fall 2010

2010-09-30T01:16:00.002-04:00

Etienne is thoroughly excited to once again be showing his colored diamond designs at I. Gorman Jewelers Ultimate Ring Event this weekend! Come and see the Capitol area's best selection of Bridal Jewelry and enjoy 10% discounts on all purchases from participating designers!

A Sparkling Innovation: Etienne Perret Gem Ceramic on Robb Report

2010-07-16T09:59:00.001-04:00

Any type of editorial coverage is welcomed by us, but sometimes we hit the jackpot. When you are developing a line of jewelry as spectacular as Etienne's Gem Ceramic collection, I suppose it isn't a big surprise that influential critics will fall in love with your work. Recently Jill Newman, senior style editor of Robb Report, came across Etienne's designs and couldn't help but feature them at RobbReport.com!

As a fine jewelry designer, if you ask yourself what's better than getting free, front page editorial coverage from a top notch luxury publication like Robb Report? The inevitable answer is...well, almost nothing!

That appreciation shined through in Etienne's initial reaction to finding out his Gem Ceramic design had been featured in the nations top luxury publication.

"I have been contemplating how I can create beautiful jewelry in gem quality ceramic ever since the first ceramic Rado watches came out...It feels great when a vision that has taken over two decades to come full circle finally starts getting the recognition it deserves. Thank you Robb Report for sharing my designs and my passion with the upscale consumer market!"

-Etienne Perret-

Etienne Perret Colored Diamond Jewelry Exhibits at Niche: the Show, Las Vegas

2010-05-28T07:41:00.000-04:00

While Etienne has exhibited at the JCK jewelry show in Las Vegas on many occasions in the past, this year he has decided to try his hand at something totally fresh!

Niche: the Show is a brand new event, making its debut at Bally's Las Vegas Convention Center, June 6-8. Etienne is excited to share his innovative new Gem Ceramic collection & colored diamond jewelry designs with you at booth # 2302.

Niche will offer an exclusive
collection of artists and
designers presenting the
finest handcrafted jewelry,
glass, ceramic and wooden
objects to retailers from
across the globe. Presented
by the Buyers Market of
American Craft, you can
expect quality craftsmanship
and exquisite design by the
most talented artisans in the
United States and Canada.

At the forefront of fine jewelry design for decades, Etienne Perret has once again found a way to breathe fresh air into the bridal jewelry world! Etienne's innovative new Gem Ceramic Bridal collection is the answer the market has been waiting for. Hi-tech ceramic as hard as sapphire--combining durability & style--is the perfect, affordable alternative to traditional precious metal designs. Inlaid with 18kt gold or set with diamonds in any color of the rainbow, Gem Ceramic is Stunning! Visit Etienne at booth #2302 & enter our iPad giveaway!

Please note that Niche: the Show is a wholesale event & only registered members the jewelry industry will be permitted. Make sure that you fit all the requirements before you consider visiting Etienne at this venue. If you do not, contact Etienne to arrange another opportunity to view his wonderful designs!

Etienne Perret Colored Diamond Jewelry & the Natural Color Diamond Association's iPad Giveaway!

2010-05-26T06:44:00.000-04:00

It has taken decades--38 years to be exact--for Etienne to develop his vast portfolio of fine jewelry designs & seasoned wisdom of the jewelry industry. It is this experience that has given Etienne such a talent for creating timeless designs of unmatched beauty, as well as gaining the utmost respect amongst both his customers and fellow artisans.

As times change & traditional means of marketing become obsolete, we must look ahead and take advantage of the revolutionary new technologies that now offer us the chance to spread knowledge across the globe in the blink of an eye!

Etienne has embraced such opportunities & would like to share his Etienne Perret Colored Diamond Jewelry Facebook page with all of you! Packed with useful information, our page is regularly updated with new collections & upcoming events, as well as boasting the largest image database of Etienne's designs on the web!

If that's not enough to convince you to check out Etienne's page, consider this......We want you to be the winner of a new iPad!

Etienne has teamed up with the Natural Color Diamond Association to give away an iPad to one of our loyal fans. That's right, iPad's are all the rage and we have one with your name on it!

All you need to do to qualify for the drawing is follow the links below and make sure you "like" both Etienne's & the NCDIA's FB pages!

Anybody who "likes" both Facebook pages will be automatically entered in the iPad drawing, to take place on June 20, 2010. The lucky winner will be announced on Facebook! Read more about this sweet opportunity on our blog!

If you're not yet familiar with it, "the Natural Color Diamond Association (NCDIA) is the world's leading authority on natural color diamonds. Dedicated to increasing awareness of color as a unique and valuable attribute in diamonds."

They are a wonderful resource for anyone interested in fine things and a great place to see some of the most spectacular natural color diamonds in the world!

Etienne Perret's Colored Diamond Engagement Designs Featured in Brides Magazine

2010-05-18T05:53:00.003-04:00

It's always exciting when we get editorial coverage in major industry magazines and Brides is certainly no exception!

Etienne is proud to have a selection of his beautiful natural color and color enhanced natural diamond engagement ring designs featured in Brides magazine, January 2010 print edition. I guess this year Artsy is in and Etienne is in good company with the other designers represented, including Daniel K and Penny Preville.

Shown above are (above): Etienne's Olivia engagement ring with bright blue color enhanced natural diamond bezel set in platinum and 18kt yellow gold; (below): Etienne's Cindy engagement ring with natural color champagne in 18kt white gold.

But with this year's emphasis on colored gemstones, Etienne stands out amongst the crowd by being one of the few designers creating innovative and glamorous bridal jewelry featuring both natural color and color enhanced natural diamonds. Whether set in traditional precious metals or our hi-tech new Gem Ceramic, Etienne's colored diamond designs are on the cutting edge of fine bridal design.

Stick with natural color diamonds, or enjoy the best of both worlds by combining the intense colors of a sapphire or emerald with the brilliance and durability of a diamond, by choosing color enhanced natural diamonds. Etienne is at the forefront of this exciting new market, creating custom designed jewelry with diamonds in any color of the rainbow!

The Outstanding Characteristics of Gem Ceramic Explored: An Editors Point of View

2010-05-13T06:25:00.004-04:00

As I mentioned before, we are very excited about the effort Tricia Spencer, the wedding planning feature writer for Suite101.com, choose to give to Etienne's Gem Ceramic collection. Her series of three editorial articles offer an outstanding overviews on fine jewelry designer Etienne Perret, the wonderful potential of his Gem Ceramic bridal collection, and all the nitty gritty about Gem Ceramic care and maintenance.

I promised that I would come back to this subject and include some useful and exciting information quoted out of Tricia's articles, so here you go...

Tricia's Take on Fine Jewelry Designer, Etienne Perret (quoted from Suite101):

Ceramic Wedding Rings by Etienne Perret

"Zirconia ceramic wedding rings are making a splash in the world of wedding ring design, and Etienne Perret’s designs are on the cutting edge of this intriguing fashion trend. His designs are featured at exclusive jewelry retailers, yet he still sits at his jeweler’s bench every day to breathe life into the cultured designs in his jewelry collection."...read the full article by Tricia Spencer at Suite101.com

"Etienne Perret’s signature mantra is: “Nobody Treats Diamonds Better.” This visionary designer helped set the standard for precious metal and diamond jewelry design and now incorporates his unique diamond stylings into a new medium—ceramic jewelry."...read the full article by Tricia Spencer at Suite101.com

He was inspired by the scratch-resistant ceramic found in Swiss Rado watches, but it took decades for that inspiration to translate into the ceramic wedding rings and other ceramic jewelry he now features in his collection. He states, “Over 25 years ago I saw the Rado watches. They got me to thinking about ceramic jewelry, but it was not until about 5 years ago that I actually connected with a partner that helps me manufacture the pieces.”...read the full article by Tricia Spencer at Suite101.com

"Mr. Perret remains hands on in the creation of his collection and even makes himself personally available to brides and grooms who wish to create custom wedding rings and share insights into ceramic designs. His soft spot for wedding couples means he will confer with them virtually any day of the week. When asked what brides and grooms should know about him, he responded, “They should know I will personally see that their rings are made they way they want them, and I offer a full guarantee on all Gem Ceramic designs. I’m a real person they can speak to, and I will take the wishes they have imagined and create rings they will love.”...read the full article by Tricia Spencer at Suite101.com

"That he has lent his inventive creative skills to ceramic wedding rings is a boon for wedding couples. Unique wedding ring choices have entered a new era, and with a wide price range for ceramic rings, customizing wedding bands is now a possibility for all brides and grooms."...read the full article by Tricia Spencer at Suite101.com

Credit Author: Tricia Spencer, Suite101.com

Etienne's Natural Color Diamond Wedding Ring Designs Praised by the Natural Color Diamond Association

2010-05-05T02:47:00.000-04:00

The Natural Color Diamond Association (NCDIA) is the world's leading authority on natural color diamonds. As an international trade organization dedicated to increasing awareness of color as a unique and valuable attribute in diamonds, they have long had the full repect and attention of colored diamond jewelry designer, Etienne Perret.

It's always a special honor, when NCDIA's executive director, Robert Lucien May, chooses to feature Etienne's natural color diamond designs on their websites.Yesterday they spotlighted Etienne's natural color diamond Triple Row Pave wedding bands on the NCDIA Facebook page.

Three immaculate rows of pave set, natural color diamonds encircle these Etienne Perret wedding bands. Featuring yellow, white and pink natural color diamonds set in yellow, white and rose 18kt gold, respectively. These rings are available custom designed in various widths in 18kt gold or platinum, set with two to four rows of your choice of natural color or color enhanced natural diamonds, in nearly any color of the rainbow!

NCDIA is always the first to share the news about the world of large, high profile natural color diamonds (which are often more likely to take up the spotlight), but it shows the dedication to detail of their organization when they take the time to highlight the unique designs of talented independent designers such as Etienne Perret.

Etienne & His Gem Ceramic Collection Receive Major Editorial Coverage

2010-05-05T01:14:00.001-04:00

We were very happy to see the newest editorial coverage of Etienne's increasingly popular Gem Ceramic collection get blasted across the web last week! Many online voices have made it clear they gave Etienne's newest project a big thumbs up, but rarely are we fortunate enough to get such thorough coverage by so talented an author.

Tricia Spencer lives in Southern California and has been consistently recognized for her excellence as an author of both both short stories and more journalistic pursuits! You can see a full list of her accomplishments on her website, but we are here to talk to you about her latest compilation of articles on Suite101.com.

Tricia came across Etienne's Gem Ceramic designs on the web, while researching leads for her position as Wedding Planning feature writer at Suite101. As Etienne had realized several years back, it turns out that Gem Ceramic, created from ultra durable zirconia ceramic, is just about the best new alternative to traditional precious metal bridal jewelry and Tricia felt that her loyal readers and the general public deserve a chance to get the full scoop!

Concentrating on the impressive durability, uniqueness and potential for custom design, and the more affordable nature of zirconia ceramic, Tricia has laid out all the facts for you in a series of three articles covering Etienne Perret, the wonderful potential of his Gem Ceramic bridal collection, and all the nitty gritty about Gem Ceramic care and maintenence.

Stay tuned for more info and exciting excerpts from Tricia articles here on Etienne's blog and make sure to check out Tricia's other work!

Now Available at Z Folio Gallery, California

2010-04-22T05:07:00.002-04:00

We are excited to announce that a wide selection of Etienne's Gem Ceramic collection, including designs with and without colored diamonds, is now available at Z folio Gallery. With two locations in Solvang and Monterey, California, offering an elite collection of glass art by famous Czech designers and a tasteful selection of fine jewelry by some of America's most talented designers, as well as large format giclee photography.

With it's upbeat and contemporary artistic atmosphere and emphasis on fine craftsmanship, we believe Z folio is a perfect place to exhibit Etienne's gorgeous Gem Ceramic collection, created with hi-tech, ultra durable zirconia ceramic!

If you live in the area, we welcome you to come in and work with the accommodating staff of Z folio to custom design the Etienne Perret Gem Ceramic or colored diamond jewelry of your dreams. For more information, visit the Z folio website.

View Etienne's Colored Diamond Designs At His Favorite Fine Retail Jewelry Stores

2010-04-16T05:42:00.002-04:00

We are well aware that many fans and proud owners of Etienne's fine jewelry designs are not members of the jewelry trade, nor are the jewelry shows that Etienne attends always in your own backyard. We respect that, and do our best to provide you with a nearby retail venue where you can view Etienne's jewelry and work with helpful staff to custom design that perfect ring!

We would like to take a moment to introduce you to a few of our Nation's favorite fine jewelry stores, where a wide selection of Etienne's Gem Ceramic and colored diamond bridal jewelry is available to you. We are happy to personally vouch for the quality of service and integrity offered by each of these fine retailers!

I. Gorman Jewelers

Located in downtown Washington DC, I. Gorman's is widely recognized as having the best customer service of any jewelry store in the USA. If you think we are exaggerating, please check out the reviews they have received on Yelp.

Superlatives
aside, they are
a family owned
and operated
high end,
contemporary
design jewelry
gallery with a
wonderful
bridal
selection by
some of the
world's finest designers. If you live in the DC area, do yourselves a favor and drop in to explore their vast selection of Etienne Perret bridal jewelry!

Hamilton Hill Jewelry

Located in downtown Durham, NC, Hamilton Hill is another of the nation's top fine jewelry stores. With a wide range of jewelry of various styles, including the third largest collection of Etienne's designs, they combine extensive selection and first class customer service to offer a wonderful shopping experience for every buyer.

Stuart Moore

Well known for their exceptional selection of contemporary bridal and fashion jewelry, Stuart Moore has recently fallen in love with Etienne's Gem Ceramic and decided that none of his galleries would be complete without it! Etienne is currently developing cutting edge selection of his Gem Ceramic designs to be sold in Stuart Moore's Soho NYC, Newport Beach and San Francisco, California locations!

Servis & Taylor

Servis & Taylor is a longstanding jewelry store located in west Los Angeles, California. Also well known for their eco friendly jewelry policies, they carry a solid selection of Etienne's Gem Ceramic collection and always welcome custom orders.

Studio Vincent

Located in Scottsdale, Arizona, Studio Vincent offers the best selection of high end, contemporary jewelry by the finest designers. They specialize in bridal jewelry and have a fine selection of Etienne's Gem Ceramic collection.

Salon Etienne

If you are in New England, you may want to fill your gas tank and head up the coast to visit Etienne's private studio and workshop in Camden, Maine. Nowhere else can you find a better selection of Gem Ceramic and colored diamond bridal and fashion jewelry! We are located a stones throw from the ocean, in a world renowned coastal tourist destination, so if you need an excuse for a weekend getaway, here it is! Contact Etienne for an appointment.

Colored Diamond Newsletter, Featuring Etienne's Newest Gem Ceramic Fashion Designs Just Out

2010-04-16T05:32:00.001-04:00

Etienne greatly enjoys the freedom that Gem Ceramic's multiple color options has given him to help you custom design the perfect bridal jewelry. This Gold Ribbed white ceramic wedding band offers stunning contrast and fluid lines.

One of Etienne's most exceptional concepts, the Rainbow Diamond Black Starlight collection offers a wide selection of gorgeous Gem Ceramic bridal and fashion ring designs, as well as jaw dropping bangle bracelets. Working with color enhanced natural diamonds and Gem Ceramic, instead of 18kt gold or platinum, allows Etienne to create spectacular diamond bangle bracelets that are vastly more affordable!

The immediate visual appeal of this new Golden Pearl Concave fashion ring leaves very little need for words. A lustrous 8mm cultured, natural color Golden Philippine South Seas pearl floats elegantly above the concave surface of a10mm black Gem Ceramic band--its simplicity and curvaceous form draws upon the essence of pure design.

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Etienne is now offering all Ceramic Collection ring designs in various widths, using black, white, pink, brown or blue ceramic, although we believe that many of the designs are much more appealing in the traditional black. Rings can have a polished or matte-finish and may be inlaid with yellow, white or rose 18kt gold.

A testament to Etienne's desire to custom design every piece to his consumer's exact specifications, you may choose the exact number, size and color of diamonds you desire.

While we believe that color enhanced natural diamonds are equally precious and far more versatile than natural colored diamonds, it pays to be an educated consumer! It is the moral obligation of jewelers to disclose all information about the origin of a diamond, including if it has undergone color enhancement treatments.

Etienne Perret's Colored Diamond Designs at SOFA Fair, NYC

2010-04-16T04:38:00.002-04:00

Exhibiting at SOFA Fair, NYC

There are so many jewelry shows across the country that it is often difficult for Etienne to decide which ones to attend. This year he will be trying something new by exhibiting the the renowned SOFA Fair in New York City, April 16-19.

The "Sculpture Objects & Functional Art" Fair is open to the public and offers a prestigious collection of art, including one of a kind masterpieces in all mediums, from paintings and sculptures to kitchenware and jewelry, created by the most respected art designers from around the globe. Visit the SOFA website for admission details.

Etienne will be exhibiting his newest Gem Ceramic (crafted from hi-tech, ultra durable zirconia ceramic) and colored diamond bridal collections at the booth of Oliver & Espig (# 404), a classy fine jewelry retailer from Santa Barbara, California. He will be on hand to chat and to personally assist you in custom designing the wedding or engagement ring of your dreams!

Check out Etienne's stunning Rough Tendril fashion ring with it lustrous cultured South Seas pearl & natural color yellow diamond masterfully tension set in 18kt white gold.

Extraordinary DeBeer's "Millenium Blue" Diamond Sold

2010-04-10T00:56:00.000-04:00

The most recent Sotheby's colored diamond auction, held in Hong Kong was a massive success, bringing in a total of $52.4 million and reminding us that while the global economy is uncertain, the market for high end natural color diamonds is not only stable, but growing!

Once one of the 11 outstanding colored diamonds in DeBeer's Millenium Jewels collection, this 5.16ct fancy vivid blue pear shaped diamond exceeded pre-sale estimates, selling for a cool $6.4 million to Moussaieff of London. We say, congratulations on your purchase Sir, and thank you National Jeweler for your coverage of this story!

Incredible Brown Diamond Indian Wedding Necklace

2010-04-10T00:29:00.001-04:00

We recently stumbled across a truly wonderful piece of colored diamond jewelry. Even the talented colored diamond jewelry designer Etienne Perret was inspired by this one of a kind, natural colored diamond necklace, designed in the Polki style of traditional Indian wedding jewelry.

It features a wide range of brown diamonds shades, ranging from light champagne to dark cognac with a few yellowish stones to boot, all accentuated by boarders of bead set white diamonds! Breathtaking, unfortunately the blog post didn't mention whether it was set in 18kt while gold or platinum, nor who made this beautiful design...

We found this amazing photo on an Indian wedding planning blog, Marigold Events, by an inspiring young Indian living in the USA. Neha Goyal studied and married in the USA and now runs an event planning business as well as doing freelance work on the web!

Colored Diamond Research From The GIA Newsletter

2010-04-06T05:07:00.000-04:00

We are always trying to keep up on the newest technologies for enhancing the color of natural diamonds, as well as the techniques for identifying their treatment. Without the tireless research efforts of grading organizations such as the GIA, we would never be able to keep up with the field, and might get duped into purchasing lab created colored diamonds as HPHT color enhanced natural diamonds!

In the GIA's most resent newsletter, they uncovered a lot of 48 pink diamonds that were sold as pink HPHT color enhanced natural diamonds, but after detailed laboratory testing by the Gemological Association of All Japan, turned out to be CVD-grown synthetic diamonds HPHT treated pink!

Thank you to the Gemological Association of All Japan and GIA was sharing the news...Lesson is, buyers beware. All color or clarity enhanced as well as synthetic/cultured diamonds must be properly and honestly disclosed by the sellers at all stages of transaction!

Here is a reprint of the article from the GIA eBrief Newsletter, April 5, 2010.

Treated CVD-Grown Pink Synthetic Diamond Melee Submitted as Natural

The Gemmological Association of All Japan - Zenhokyo Laboratory recently examined 48 small orangy pink round brilliants submitted for color-origin identification. They were represented as natural diamonds treated by a high-pressure, high-temperature (HPHT) process. Six were in the 0.20-0.27 ct range, and the remainder were melee-size (less than 0.20 ct). Color grades ranged from Fancy Intense orangy pink to Light pinkish orange.

Microscopic examination revealed a few pinpoints in most of the samples. Several had black graphitization in cleavages and frosty etching on the surface - both signs of HPHT treatment. The pink color was evenly distributed. Most samples showed a streaked pattern of anomalous double refraction (ADR), but some revealed a “tatami”-like (cross hatched) pattern when observed in other directions. The samples fluoresced strong orange to long- and short-wave ultraviolet radiation. In the DiamondView, they luminesced bright orange, and seven showed parallel laminated growth structures. The streaked ADR pattern, fluorescence, and growth structures are consistent with synthetic diamonds grown by chemical vapor deposition (CVD).

These 48 synthetic diamonds (0.01-0.27 ct) were grown by the CVD method and then treated to produce their pink color. Photo by H. Kitawaki.

UV-visible spectra showed a broad absorption centered around 500 nm (related to nitrogen-vacancy centers at 575 and 637 nm) that was the cause of the pink color and orange fluorescence. Infrared spectra indicated that all samples were type IIa. Most also showed weak hydrogen-related features, but an absorption at 3123 cm^-1 (which has been reported as characteristic of CVD synthetic diamond but annealed out by HPHT treatment) was not detected. In all samples, photoluminescence spectroscopy detected silicon-related defects - which are characteristic of CVD synthetic diamonds - as well as GR1 centers and a 389 nm line, which are related to irradiation.

The nitrogen-vacancy centers were apparently formed by HPHT treatment followed by irradiation and annealing of the nitrogen-containing CVD synthetic diamonds. A combination of gemological and spectroscopic characteristics were used to identify all 48 of these pink melee as treated-color CVD synthetics.

Article Written By:
- Hiroshi Kitawaki, Ahmadjan Abduriyim, Jun Kawano, and Makoto Okano
Gemmological Association of All Japan - Zenhokyo, Tokyo

Etienne Perret Gem Ceramic & Colored Diamond Designs Sweep DC

2010-04-03T04:30:00.002-04:00

Being based in the quaint seaside village of Camden in mid-coast Maine, Etienne has always understood the importance of focusing his marketing attention to specific hot spots around the country. One such hot spot, only challenged by NYC and LA for overall customer base (specific to fine bridal jewelry purchases), is the greater Washington DC area.

It has long seemed that DC has more than its fair share of both hip, upbeat young couples and middle-aged power couples, looking to tie the knot in style. Combine that with the convenience of having one of the country's finest retail jewelry stores at their doorstep and you've got all the makings for a wonderful bridal jewelry market!

For years Etienne has cultivated his close personal relationship with I. Gorman Jewelers in downtown Washington DC. I. Gorman's offers an ideal combination of excellent designer jewelry and exceptional customer service, that makes buying the perfect ring so easy for customers of all ages and budgets.

One such I. Gorman event that gives brides and grooms "to be" the perfect chance to find the ring that's just right for them is the Ultimate Ring Event (as covered recently in this blog). It was at this year's Ultimate Ring Event that Etienne first meet one of our favorite new bridal industry peers, Ebony Sparks.

Ebony owns and runs a great event planning company, called Sparkling Events & Designs, LLC, catering to the Washington DC area, which specializes in weddings, amongst other types of gatherings and celebrations. Ebony works hard to stay on top of all the newest trends secrets of bridal industry, so naturally she is in high favor of I. Gorman Jewelers and made sure to check out the Ultimate Ring Event as well as cover it in her Sparkle Spot blog.

Getting to the point, I. Gorman introduced Ebony to the fabulous colored diamond bridal jewelry of Etienne Perret and she immediately fell in love with his designs! Since then she has been well enough inspired to post an article about Etienne's wonderful new Gem Ceramic bridal collection here on her Sparkle Spot Blog.

Thank you Ebony! We appreciate your support and look forward to working together to satisfy young couples in the DC area for years to come!

An Article About the Darker Side of the Diamond Mining Trade in Cinta Larga, Brazil

2010-03-18T04:31:00.001-04:00

I stumbled across this article in the Village Voice. It is the rather complex story about the darker side of the diamond mining trade in the Cinta Larga Indian Reserve of Brazil and one New Yorker's attempt an utter failure to make a fortune from it.

A thoroughly interesting read and a reminder of why we like to stay on the right side of the law.

(First page copied from the Village Voice online. Read the rest HERE)

A New York Operator's Trail of Blood, Bankruptcy, and Brazilian Diamonds

By Graham Rayman Tuesday, Mar 9 2010

The entrance to the 110-year-old brownstone at 2 East 12th Street, two blocks south of Union Square, isn't particularly dramatic or imposing. You have to step down to reach the front door. There's no doorman to wait on you.

photos crdt: Newscom

Garimpeiros at work, photographed from a federal police helicopter in 2004.

        Looking at it, you wouldn't imagine that the basement apartment there was at the center of a bitter court fight that ranged from the West 47th Street Diamond District deep into the Amazon jungle, and involved smuggling, bribery, corruption, a $20 billion corporation, Stone Age Indians, and a massacre.
        Longtime New York diamond merchant Marco Kalisch and his wife, Mayra, owned the apartment, having lovingly restored it after combining it with the two adjacent units. They had a nice life—at least until Kalisch and his Brazilian partners tried to corner the market on rough diamonds being illegally mined on an Indian reservation in the Amazon.
        "The story told by Marco [Kalisch] could be the basis of a screenplay," a U.S. bankruptcy judge noted in his surprisingly novelistic description of the case that was almost completely ignored by the media. "The background [swirls] with references to shady dealings and long journeys into remote areas of the Amazon jungle, describes an apparently illegal conspiracy to obtain rough diamonds from . . . Indians in Brazil and import those diamonds into the United States for ultimate sale in the diamond market of Antwerp."
        That wild scheme, actually successful for a short time, ultimately blew up. And in the end, what the Americans involved in it were left to fight over was the basement apartment on East 12th Street—so far away from where the story starts, thousands of miles south, deep in inaccessible jungle.
        The 1,300-member Cinta Larga tribe, whose name means "Wide Belt," lives on a 6.7-million-acre Brazilian reservation of dense jungle, limited roads, and almost impassable rivers. The land, about 2,100 miles northwest of Rio de Janeiro, is reachable only via 100 miles of poorly maintained dirt roads. Inside the reserve, travel is limited largely to narrow foot trails and the river.
        The first extensively recorded encounter with white Westerners came during Theodore Roosevelt's historic expedition down the so-called River of Doubt, named for its extreme and dangerous conditions.
        When Roosevelt and the Brazilian explorer Cândido Rondon, for whom the state is named, encountered them in 1914, the Cinta Larga had never seen a white man before. They were still living in the Stone Age, isolated by the river, and hadn't even thought to build boats.
        War for the Cinta Larga was a cultural obsession. The tribe decapitated and eviscerated their enemy's dead and grilled the meat over an open fire before bringing it home for their wives to slice, cook with water, and consume.....

Etienne Perret at I. Gorman Jewelers Ultimate Ring Event

2010-03-05T04:51:00.000-05:00

Etienne has been particularly fond of I. Gorman Jewelers in Washington DC for quite some time. Widely known as one of the best retail jewelry stores in the country, I. Gorman's has become the golden standard for retail shopping quality by offering the absolute best in customer service. With sales people who remember their customers by face and never discriminate, whether you come in for a 3 carat diamond engagement ring or a pair of simple gold stud earrings. You can't go wrong when you choose I. Gorman's!

Every year about this time I. Gorman's holds its Ultimate Ring Event, a wonderful weekend with a select group of the world's finest bridal jewelry designers in-house to help loving couples choose their perfect engagement, wedding and commitment rings! This year the event is set for Friday and Saturday, March 5-6 (11am-6pm) at I. Gorman's Jewelers, 1133 20th Street NW, Washington DC.

Etienne will be there to work with you personally to choose the custom designed, colored diamond bridal jewelry of your dreams. If you are in the DC area, be sure to stop by and check out Etienne's wonderful new Gem Ceramic collection. We have the perfect design for you with diamonds in any color of the rainbow!

Other designers showing include Alishan, Ambar, Coge, Etienne perret, Furrer Jacot, Gebruder Schaffrath, Jolie, Maevona, Precision Set, Scholdt and Todd Reed!

Don't Miss It!

Gem Expert Diana Jarrett Praises Etienne Perret's Color Enhanced Natural Diamond Designs

2010-03-05T03:35:00.001-05:00

Well known and respected gemologist and award-winning trade journalist, Diana Jarrett, author of the Story Behind the Stone column and the Color-n-Ice blog, amongst so many other publications, recently decided it was once again time to give her attention to the designs of Etienne Perret.

This time she was busy writing a story for the New York Mineralogical Club's Spring Bulletin and the focus of her story was on Etienne's use of color enhanced natural diamonds. Specifically, the brilliant green variety that look so stunning on the fair skin of a woman as beautiful as Diana.

Check out her article:

Sometimes Beauty Is Only Skin Deep

All naturally colored diamonds are rare. In an ideal scenario, diamonds are formed from a single element, that being pure carbon-rendering them exquisitely colorless. Their tint can come from a variety of trace elements that intrude into the molecular structure of the mineral. But color can also result from mechanisms not fully understood. How are color-change diamonds created exactly–or pink, for that matter? The jury is still out on that mysterious transpiration.

           When it comes to natural green diamonds, scientists tell us, it is the result of that diamonds' close encounter with naturally occurring subterranean radiation. Therefore with the very few green diamonds that make up the global harvest annually, many will have their green tint most present on the skin of the crystal–the very outer surface.
           Green diamonds are scrutinized thoroughly in order for the cutter to best determine how to approach polishing this rarity and to conserve as much green as possible on the finished stone.
           Few people have the privilege of seeing a fancy color green diamond, outside of a handful in museums around the world. The most famous green diamond that the public can view is the 41 carat Dresden Green Diamond displayed in a German museum.

Fortunately, diamond lovers can treat themselves to enhanced green diamonds which pack a punch on any jewelry item featuring them. Couture designer Etienne Perret knows just how to show off these verdant beauties with his luxurious enhanced green diamond pave clasp paired artfully to some yummy golden pearls. Perret’s enhanced green diamond stud earrings are another way to focus on the intense vivid color produced in these diamonds.

Just How Tough is Etienne Perret Colored Diamond Gem Ceramic Collection

2010-02-15T03:23:00.000-05:00

It's easy enough to hear us tell you just how durable Etienne Perret's Gem Ceramic Jewelry is, but sometimes it's nice to see for yourself.

Made from the same hi-tech zirconia ceramic as the increasingly popular ceramic kitchen knives, Etienne's Gem Ceramic rings and bracelets truly stand the test of time! You can try dropping them 6 feet onto a marble floor (not recommended if set with diamonds!) or scratching them with a steel blade blade and your ring is sure to not look any worse for the wear!

Check out some of the press about the wonders of zirconia ceramic, including this YouTube video for Tocdo Ceramic Knives.

And can you believe how durable these Kyocera Zirconia Ceramic Knives are? They just won't break!

Etienne Perret 10mm white Gem Ceramic ring bezel set with teal blue color enhanced natural diamond in 18kt white gold.

You can truly count on the durability of Etienne's Gem Ceramic Jewelry!

Etienne Perret's Newest Colored Diamond Engagement Ring Designs

2010-02-02T03:07:00.001-05:00

While Etienne has found his niche creating an unrivaled collection of color enhanced natural diamond jewelry, the appeal of natural color has certainly not slipped his mind.

This 18kt white gold Ashley engagement ring, set with a stunning natural cognac diamond is a testament to the beauty and versatility of natural color diamonds.

Another elegant new design, Etienne's Tina engagement ring is the perfect blend of traditional style with a modern twist. Shown here in 18kt white gold, with a dazzling blue princess cut color enhanced natural diamond.

Contact Etienne today to custom design the bridal jewelry of your dreams in 18kt gold or platinum, with diamonds in any color of the rainbow!

Etienne Perret Colored Diamond Jewelry at the AGTA GemFair Tucson 2010. Feb 2-7

2010-02-02T02:46:00.002-05:00

AGTA GemFair Tucson 2010
(Only open to registered members of the gem & jewelry trade)

After several wonderful years of exhibiting at the GJX show in Tucson, this year Etienne has decided to relocate to the AGTA GemFair, Colored Diamond Pavilion. Booth #1623.

Tucson is internationally acclaimed for its February Gem Shows and the AGTA GemFair, held in the Tucson Convention Center February 2-7, is the perfect location for an upscale colored diamond jewelry designer such as Etienne to exhibit.

We are pleased
to be displaying a
wide selection of
Etienne's always
popular Colored
Diamond Bridal
jewelry collection
in 18kt gold and
platinum (designs
both old and new).

Etienne's rapidly expanding new Gem Ceramic Bridal Collection will on hand as well--Both more affordable and refreshingly stylish, this is the perfect line for edgy jewelry stores to pick up during these tricky economic times.

And don't forget to check out our choice selection of the finest South Seas and freshwater pearl fashion jewelry.

In addition to finished jewelry, Etienne is very excited to be showing a number of beautiful loose natural color diamonds and color enhanced natural diamonds in Tucson.

One stand out diamond on hand will be the superb 3.07ct orangy-pink HPHT color enhanced natural diamond shown above. There are currently less than two dozen HPHT pink colored diamonds over 3.00ct in the world and this is one of the nicer ones. Its retail value has been estimated at over $90,000--if it were natural color the cost would certainly be over half a million.

Don't forget to come by booth #1623 and have a look.

Please note that while many of the Gem Shows in Tucson are open to the public, the AGTA GemFair is a wholesale event & only registered members the gem and jewelry industry will be permitted. Make sure that you fit all the requirements before you consider visiting Etienne at this venue.

Etienne's Featured Colored Diamond Ceramic Designs

2010-01-07T04:42:00.003-05:00

Etienne enjoys the freedom to create wonderful color combinations in ceramic! This12mm Pink Ceramic ring is strikingly complimented by purple diamonds starlight set in 18kt yellow gold. Imagine the fashion implications! Don't show this to your daughters!

This 8mm White Ceramic commitment band, displaying a rainbow of colored diamonds starlight set in 18kt yellow gold, is yet another manifestation of Etienne's create spirit, let loose thanks to the many colors available in ceramic!

Etienne has been so impressed with the durability of zirconia ceramic that it has given him inspiration to develop his newest collection. Etienne's ceramic bangle bracelets are a testament to the versatility of this exciting new medium!
This glamorous 10mm Black Ceramic Bangle, with a brilliant row of white diamonds bead set in inlaid 18kt white gold, exudes fashion appeal!

Etienne is now offering all Ceramic Collection ring designs in various widths, using black, white, pink, brown or blue ceramic, although we believe that many of the designs are much more appealing in the traditional black. Rings can have a polished or matte-finish and may be inlaid with yellow, white or rose 18kt gold.

A testament to Etienne's desire to custom design every piece to his consumer's exact specifications, you may choose the exact number, size and color of diamonds you desire.

While we believe that color enhanced natural diamonds are equally precious and far more versatile than natural colored diamonds, it pays to be an educated consumer! It is the moral obligation of jewelers to disclose all information about the origin of a diamond, including if it has undergone color enhancement treatments.

New Etienne Perret Colored Diamond Newsletter Just Out!

2010-01-06T01:18:00.002-05:00

Etienne just sent out the newest Colored Diamond Jewelry newsletter. It showcases several of Etienne's newest ceramic designs and teaches the reader about the different innovative techniques the designer has developed in order to set diamonds in ceramic!

Etienne is offering a 10% discount on any RETAIL purchase from his Ceramic Collection to anyone who already receives or signs up now for the Colored Diamond Jewelry newsletter. We also ask that you help spread the word by forwarding Etienne's newsletter anyone you believe would be interested in Etienne's Jewelry!

Offer Expires: Valentine's Day, February 14, 2010

Sign Up for Etienne's Colored Diamond Jewelry newsletter HERE

Forward Etienne's Colored Diamond Jewelry newsletter to a friend HERE

Colored Diamonds & Ceramic: A Beautiful Marriage

2010-01-05T04:48:00.000-05:00

Etienne has been busy this Christmas season exploring the versatility of Zirconia Ceramic, which is as hard as sapphire and virtually scratch and shatterproof. It is a perfect alternative to traditional gold and platinum for both Bridal and fashion ring designs.

Most importantly, Etienne has developed several innovative techniques to set ceramic rings with Colored Diamonds, the Designer's signature gemstone. These techniques can produce notably different styles, geared towards different applications such as engagement rings, wedding bands or fashion rings. One factor that each style has in common is the presence of 18kt gold or platinum, because it is not possible to set gemstones directly into the ceramic itself.

The ring shown above is an engagement design, proudly displaying a single 1ct canary yellow diamond in an 18kt white gold bezel setting. The impressive, 12mm black ceramic band is drilled and a sturdy gold bezel setting fitted snugly into the tapered hole. The bezel setting rises above the ceramic, providing a stunning engagement ring mount!

The second technique is an
ingenious variation on
Etienne's most classic and
successful setting method--
Starlight Flush-Setting--
what the designer refers to
as "his bread and butter." To
flush set diamonds in
ceramic, holes are drilled
and fitted with hollow gold or
platinum tubes. Diamonds
are then masterfully
burnished into place just below the crown of the metal for a sleek and functional look that avoids any snagging on clothes or other objects.
The final product is a stunning wedding band, such as this 8mm black ceramic band with a rainbow of colored diamonds starlight set in 18kt yellow gold.

Etienne's third clever technique for uniting diamonds and ceramic is seen in this 8mm black ceramic wedding band, encircled by a dazzling row of fine white diamonds. The diamonds are bead set in a band of platinum, which wraps around the ceramic ring, snugly filling a pre-caste center groove. The results speak for themselves!

But don't fret--if marriage isn't part of your plans in the near future, or you've already made the plunge, you still have every chance to own one of these beautiful colored diamond and ceramic rings. Work with Etienne to custom design your perfect ring, all in the name of Fashion!

So Many Alternatives

While it's true that Etienne greatly enjoys working with colored diamonds, a designer must understand that diamonds are neither part of everybody's taste, nor within everybody's budget.
Fortunately, Etienne is offering a growing number of diamond-less alternatives in his Ceramic Collection. Some of these new designs are refreshingly playful, others are strikingly elegant, and all are creative and unique!

If you really want to make a statement, choose a Ceramic Polka-Dot ring, like the 6mm black version above, playfully inlaid with 18kt yellow, white and rose gold circles!

Another stylishly masculine wedding ring design is Etienne's Gold Stripe Ceramic band. A thick layer of inlaid 18kt gold encircles this 8mm black ceramic matte-finished band.

If you prefer to avoid precious metals completely, there are a wide range of other designs to choose from in Etienne's Ceramic Collection. One style is the Beveled Edge Ceramic ring, shown in the logo above. Other styles include Faceted Ceramic rings that resemble a shimmering gemstone!

A full range of Ceramic ring designs can be viewed at the Etienne Perret Colored Diamond Jewelry page on Facebook, where you can become a fan!

Another Respected Jewelry Critic Praises Etienne Perret's Colored Diamond Jewelry Designs

2009-12-14T01:55:00.001-05:00

Recently I came across a post on a great jewelry blog called Color-n-Ice, by Diana Jarrett, which featured one of Etienne's most stunning Colored diamond jewelry designs earlier this year. Color-n-Ice is a fun jewelry resource and we were happy to see the author taking interest in one of Etienne Perret's more stunning Colored Diamond pieces.

Etienne's Golden Philippine saltwater Pearl necklace complemented with a gorgeous Green Colored Diamond pave interchangeable clasp is a truly breathtaking sight. No surprise it has turned many heads in the Fine Jewelry World!

Here's a copy of her post. Please follow the links to check out the Color-n-Ice blog directly!

Some Times Beauty is Only Skin Deep

All naturally colored diamonds are rare. In an ideal scenario, diamonds are formed from a single element, that being pure carbon-rendering them exquisitely colorless. Their tint can come from a variety of trace elements that intrude into the molecular structure of the mineral. But color can also result from mechanisms not fully understood. How are color-change diamonds created exactly--or pink, for that matter? The jury is still out on that mysterious transpiration.

When it comes to natural green diamonds, scientists tell us, it is the result of that diamonds' close encounter with naturally occurring subterranean radiation. Therefore with the very few green diamonds that make up the global harvest annually, many will have their green tint most present on the skin of the crystal--the very outer surface.

Green diamonds are scrutinized thoroughly in order for the cutter to best determine how to approach polishing this rarity and to conserve as much green as possible on the finished stone.

Few people have the privilege of seeing a fancy color green diamond, outside of a handful in museums around the world. The most famous green diamond that the public can view is the 41 carat Dresden Green Diamond displayed in a German museum.

Fortunately, diamond lovers can treat themselves to enhanced green diamonds which pack a punch on any jewelry item featuring them. Couture designer Etienne Perret knows just how to show off these verdant beauties with his luxurious enhanced green diamond pave clasp paired artfully to some yummy golden pearls.

Posted by seayoo@myway.com

Spotting Color Enhanced Diamonds...Even Your Browns Should be Tested!

2009-12-08T04:25:00.005-05:00

It seems that while every cautious jeweler is double checking to make sure that the pink, yellow and even more rare colored diamonds are natural and untreated, many overlook the champagne and cognac colored stones, assuming that they are untreated.

Sometimes it's a shock to find out that even a lesser valued, brown colored diamond might not be natural. But it's not a surprise considering how popular champagne and cognac diamonds have recently become for men's rings and fashion designs!

If you're going to buy brown diamonds, we highly recommend that you insist on diamond grading for the larger stones to avoid the disappointment of being had by unscrupulous diamond dealers.

On the other hand, it is often the best bet to ensure the highest quality of color at more affordable prices by simply choosing to go with color enhanced natural diamonds--even your brilliant browns! By working with trusted and open jewelry designers like Etienne Perret you can decide what's best for you and quite often that's color enhanced.

Take a look at this beautiful brown-orange diamond that GIA testing revealed to be treated by irradiation and annealment, much to the disappointment of an unsuspecting buyer. The article mentions that Sally Chan and Paul Johnson GIA Laboratory, New York used the DiamondVision as one tool in determining the treatment of this stone. Below I have reprinted their GIA article:

DiamondView Indicates Treatment

in Brown-Orange Diamond

The GIA Laboratory in New York recently examined a 1.49 ct pear-shaped brilliant that was color graded Fancy Deep brown-orange. Although the stone’s bodycolor appeared evenly distributed when viewed face-up, microscopic examination revealed that it was concentrated in the crown and penetrated only a shallow distance into the stone, with a sharp boundary that followed the girdle facets.

Such facet-associated color zoning would be expected for an artificially irradiated diamond. Infrared absorption spectroscopy revealed that the diamond was type IaB, which is consistent with the presence of banded brown graining. When exposed to long- and short-wave UV radiation, the stone fluoresced an intense chalky green that followed the graining. UV-visible absorption spectroscopy showed a strong absorption at 595 nm, which - along with the color zoning - indicated that this diamond had been artificially irradiated to induce the brown-orange color.

Of particular interest was the stone’s appearance in the DiamondView. The pavilion fluoresced a strong blue, while the crown facets fluoresced a strong green-yellow. These contrasting areas were separated by a clear, sharp boundary between the pavilion and the crown/girdle facets.

The combined gemological and spectroscopic features recorded for this diamond proved it had been irradiated and annealed, with the table and crown facets facing the high-energy beam. Although the DiamondView is commonly used to separate natural from synthetic diamonds, this example demonstrates its power to quickly alert the gemologist to the possibility that the stone is treated.

Article By:

- Sally Chan and Paul Johnson
GIA Laboratory, New York

So, if you want to know exactly where your colored diamonds came from and whether or not their color was enhanced, chose a reputable fine jewelry designer like Etienne Perret. View Etienne's colored diamond designs at Etienne's photo album

Etienne Perret in the Media

2009-11-25T03:49:00.003-05:00

band, bridal, ceramic, color treated, colored diamonds, designer, diamond, engagement, etienne perret, fashion, gold, I. Gorman, jewelry, Jordan, mellee, pave, platinum, ring, wedding, zirconiaWe love it when respected members of the media and fine jewelry industry show their good taste by recognizing Etienne's work in their online publications! This week, industry leader, Fruchtman Jewelry Marketing Specialists ran an e-newsletter showing off the holiday Jewelry Wish List for each member of their prestigious team! While most of the men took the conservative route, sticking to various designer watches, it was a pleasant surprise when we found out that Fruchtman's VP of Client Services, Megan Meinerding's, holiday wish was an Etienne Perret design.

One of Etienne's newest designs, the 12mm "Canary Bezel" black Gem Ceramic engagement/fashion ring is truly something to drool over, so we understand Megan's desires! And it's on our personal wishlist here at Etienne's that Megan will get her Christmas wish! So, here's a shout out to whoever that special someone is in Megan's life...make the right decision and don't end up in the doghouse this holiday season!

You can view Etienne's complete Colored Diamond Ceramic Collection and much more on the Etienne Perret Colored Diamond Jewelry Facebook page!

The Incredible "Olympia Diamond Collection"

2009-11-25T02:10:00.009-05:00

Michelle Graff, a friend and editor for the National Jeweler Magazine recently wrote an interesting blog post, "Afternoon at the Museum," on the incredible "Olympia Diamond Collection" showing at the American Museum of Natural History in NYC.

Relating her visit to see these awe-inspiring gems to childhood memories of fieldtrips to the museum, Michelle successfully draws readers into the lure and the splendor of these incredible gems!

"So when approached by gemologist Joshua Sheby of New York-based Scarselli Diamonds Inc. about spending an afternoon in the museum's Morgan Memorial Hall of Gems, I naturally jumped at the chance." -Michelle Graff

Enjoy this post by Michelle and her other articles on the 10X Blog

Upcoming Colored Diamond Events

2009-11-21T03:01:00.006-05:00

Greetings from Etienne Perret

We are checking in to let you know about some of colored diamond jewelry designer, Etienne Perret's upcoming events! So much of Etienne's work can be seen at his website and public facebook page, or at fine retail jewelry stores across the nation, but nothing compares to meeting the artist in person.
        Attend one of the following events in Lincolnville, Maine or Durham, NC to meet and work directly with Etienne to custom design the colored diamond jewelry that meets your exact specifications & wildest dreams!

Artfull Gifts at Point Lookout '09    (Nov 20-22)

A exceptional group of local artists will be gathering to show their finest works at Point Lookout in Licolnville, Maine this weekend, November 20-22.The eclectic collection of artistic disciplines--ranging from fine jewelry to pottery and woven goods--will be augmented by the gorgeous ocean views from atop Point Lookout.
Several other renowned jewelers, including Michael Good will be showing here and the intimate atmosphere will provide atendees an opportunity to chat with the artists personally. Don't miss your chance to combine a viewing of Maine's most talented artisans with a weekend getaway to scenic mid-coast Maine!

Hamilton Hill Jewelry Show (Dec 11-13)

Hamilton Hill Jewelers, in Durham, NC is one of the finest retail jewelry stores in the country and is well known for the extra effort they put into bringing together their loyal customers and featured jewelry designers.     At Hamilton Hill, "trunk shows" are part of the schedule and allow customers the chance to meet personally with the artists & decide exactly what is right for them.

Etienne will have a special showing of his newest Colored Diamond and Gem Ceramic jewelry collections at Hamilton Hill, December 11-13. The highly personal and attentive atmosphere will provide another wonderful opportunity to meet with Etienne & discuss all of your options for custom designing the colored diamond bridal (or fashion) jewelry of your dreams!

Several other fine jewelry designers will be participating in this show. Visit the Hamilton Hill website for more details on hours of operation and artists attending.
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Nobody Treats Diamonds Better...

-Etienne Perret-

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Exciting New Designs

2009-11-21T02:57:00.003-05:00

Etienne's Featured Designs

A classic Etienne design, the flat starlight wedding band is an exceptionally stylish yet masculine mens' ring & is equally elegant for women. Originally created over 25 years ago using gold and white diamonds, this style has evolved to incorporate colored diamonds and the option for a bi-metal design. The matching pair of 8mm rings above were custom made in platinum & 18kt gold each with 1.70tcw of natural color cognac, yellow and white diamonds for loyal customers of I. Gorman Jewelers in Washington DC.

Be a Trendsetter with Colored Diamonds in Ceramic

2009-09-08T02:45:00.016-04:00

As Etienne Perret's groundbreaking new Zirconia Ceramic Bridal Collection is met with unbounded support from the fine jewelry world, it's time that some fresh designs hit the streets!

Finding their way into exclusive high-end jewelry boutiques around the country, including I. Gorman in Washington DC and Hamilton Hill in Durham North Carolina, amongst many others, Etienne's newest ceramic wedding ring and commitment bands are incorporating exquisite natural colored and color treated natural diamonds into already stunning ceramic designs!

Be the star of the cocktail party or the envy of your friends with canary yellow diamonds starlight set in platinum encircling a black ceramic wedding band.

Or express the pureness of your love with a white ceramic commitment band, sprinkled with rainbow colored diamonds inlaid in 18kt yellow gold.

With so many exciting color combinations the possibilities are truly endless!

Work directly with the artist himself, Etienne Perret, to custom design your own fine bridal jewelry to your exact specifications! Create the wedding ring you always dreamed of at a much more affordable price by setting white or colored diamonds in durable Zirconia Ceramic.

Don't let yourself settle for a traditional gold or platinum ring if that's not what's in your heart. You can be refreshingly unique or you can be a trendsetter. Express yourself with Etienne's gorgeous colored diamond ceramic bridal designs! You won't regret it, as zirconia ceramic is as hard as sapphire and nearly impossible to crack or scratch!

Etienne Perret 8mm matte finish black ceramic wedding band with 18kt yellow gold stripe. View similar designs on Etienne's Facebook Album

Celebrities Choose Etienne!

2009-08-27T03:07:00.003-04:00

As more and more celebrities desire colored diamond jewelry it is very exciting to see what designers they choose to create their one of a kind jewelry.

Etienne Perret is known as a "Jewelers' Jeweler," because many successful jewelry designers and store owners opt to go with Etienne designs when buying jewelry for themselves and their loved ones. As the saying goes, it takes a craftsman to recognize fine craftsmanship!

While experienced with making jewelry for the most demanding consumers, Etienne was still caught by surprise when he was commissioned by the basketball legend, Michael Jordan, to create a series of platinum and color treated natural diamond pendants! One pendant was to be created for each of Michael Jordan's three children, using diamonds in the color of each child's birthstone, respectively. A final, master pendant would be made for Michael himself, set with diamonds in each of the colors his children possessed!

It was a resounding success. Here's a glimpse of the Jordan pendants!

Michael Jordan's Etienne Perret Colored Diamond Pendant

Teal colored diamond Etienne Perret Pendant for Jordan's Family

Yellow colored Etienne Perret Pendant for Jordan's family

Michael Jordan Wearing His Etienne Perret Colored Diamond Pendant

Colored Diamonds in the Media

2009-08-27T01:33:00.015-04:00

Colored diamonds, while slow to reach the mainstream, are becoming increasingly popular in the media and are a must have within more fashionable circles. Numerous celebrities are opting for colored diamond engagement rings and even wedding bands instead of more traditional colorless stones. The result--breathtaking designs with stunningly colorful, yet durable center-stones!

It's a who's who list of celebrities that have chosen colored diamond engagement rings to showcase their love, not to mention their wealth!

Heidi Klum went with yellow... Jennifer Lopez chose pink:

While large natural colored diamonds are far to expensive for the average consumer, beautiful colored diamond jewelry is NOT out of your reach by any means. A small group of open-minded, talented designers have begun using color enhanced, natural diamonds in their bridal and fashion jewelry designs.

Etienne Perret has been custom designing and fabricating diamond jewelry for over thirty years and was one of the first artists to bring color enhanced, natural diamonds to the forefront of the jewelry world.

Using the color enhancement processes of irradiation or HTHP (high temperature, high pressure) on natural diamonds is a great way to ensure vibrant color in natural diamonds while maintaining a price-tag accessible the average American.

Check out EtiennePerret.com and sign up for Etienne's Newsletter to learn more about color treated natural diamonds and work directly with Etienne to custom design your own, perfect colored diamond engagement or wedding ring!

Recogning Good Taste

2009-07-28T02:57:00.005-04:00

In a country with hundreds of bridal jewelry designers to chose from it's reassuring when respected critics recognize good taste and quality design! Recently, The Pink Ladies of the well known engagement planning website, The Pink Book.com decided that it was time to represent Etienne's designs in their Engagement Ring Blog! We are excited to see other websites showing an interest in Fine Colored Diamond Bridal Jewelry and thank The Pink Ladies for their support! Here's a copy of the post at The Pink Book Engagement Blog!

(The following text and photos is copied directly from and the property of http://ebrideconnect.com/blog/category/engagement-rings/ . Thanks)

Extraordinary Rings

Thursday, February 28th, 2008

Why do engagement rings get to have all the fun? Who says your wedding ring has to be the boring one? Wedding rings are becoming more of a fashion statement all on their own! From celebrities like Brad Pitt designing their own custom rings, to high-powered working women who want a clean look to wear everyday, wedding bands are becoming the center of attention!

One designer whose work just blows me away is Etienne Perret. His pieces are so creative, so gorgeous, soooo stunning. You’re not just buying a piece of jewelry, it’s an investment in a piece of art. Some of these rings can even be worn as the engagement ring AND wedding ring like the triple curved channel band above.
This look is so multi-faceted; from contemporary to classic to traditional to unique, these awe-inspiring creations are the perfect symbol of your union as husband and wife. They’re sure to be pieces that you will love to wear every day, and someday pass down.

What Colors are Hip?

2009-07-24T02:24:00.011-04:00

Did you know that there are certain trends regarding which hues of colored diamonds are most popular? Apparently, although not entirely surprisingly, the popularity of different colors of diamonds is correlated to a number of different factors such as function of the piece of colored diamond jewelry, season of the year and even the region it was purchased!

An interesting site, Diamond Maestro's Blog, has suggested that colored diamonds purchased for bridal jewelry are most commonly pink or yellow which is not surprising at all. More interestingly, fall diamond purchases are commonly in cooler champagne to cognac shades as opposed to brighter summer hues. Sales analysis even supports that metropolitan consumers favor the less common and more spectacular blues, greens and black diamonds as opposed to consumers from less urban environments!

Here at Etien ne Perret Colored Diamond Jewelry we enjoy working with any and all shades of natural color and color treated natural diamonds! Our Engagement Ring Designs are available in not only yellow and pink, but with diamonds of any shade, from brilliant color treated blues and greens, to the warm earthy shades of champagne and cognac. Black diamonds are an especially popular choice in Eti enne's Mens' Wedding Band designs. Another very popular Etienne design is the Rainbow Channel Band, encompassing all colors of the rainbow into one breathtaking wedding band/fashion ring!

Featured Colored Diamond Designs

2009-07-17T02:38:00.007-04:00

Etienne Blue Ice Baguette Diamond Platinum Wedding Band

Another breathtaking Etienne design, the "Blue Ice" diamond channel wedding band captures something no other band could attempt. While pictures only partially express the deeply spiritual essence of the "Blue Ice," we can personally tell you that this platinum band, set with ice blue colored baguette cut diamonds is the definition of high fashion.

View above photo on Etienne's Facebook Photo Album!

For Etienne Perret High Fashion Means Colored Diamonds!

2009-07-17T01:42:00.007-04:00

With a passion for colored diamonds, Etienne Perret designs and fabricates the finest platinum and 18kt gold jewelry for the discriminating customer. Working from his bench in the beautiful seaside village of Camden, Maine Etienne creates timeless handmade pieces of art, custom made to your exact specifications and wildest dreams!

Etienne Square-Tapered Cognac Diamond Channel Band

Etienne's Square-Tapered Channel Band is a geometrical masterpiece, demonstrating proportional excellence to create a truly memorable wedding ring design. Channel set diamonds--cognac, champagne or and any color of the rainbow you desire can be used in you own custom made platinum or 18kt gold wedding band! Perfect for a man or a woman!

View above photo on Etienne's Facebook Photo Album!

Chocolate Diamonds Forever

2009-07-15T01:36:00.007-04:00

Although fine jewelry designer Etienne Perret spends a great deal of his time fabricating timeless colored diamond jewelry in platinum and 18kt gold, he lives by the rule that a successful artist must stay in touch with the times and up to date with whats new in the industry! Researching the latest trends in high fashion, fine jewelry style and industry technology can be a tricky business but it's worth it when you come across a resource like Chocolate Diamonds Forever.
Chocolate Diamonds Forever is a blog and informational site developed by Kenner Beckley, a talented poet and visual artist from Appalachia. Designed to promote and dispense information about its namesake to the general public, this site is a great place to learn more about the exciting world of brown colored diamonds, from their creation to their history and even who's wearing them today!

Learn more about Kenner Beckley's career as a poet and photographer and his latest book, HillSadow.

Etienne's Exciting New Ceramic Bridal Jewelry Collection

2009-07-13T01:54:00.005-04:00

On the Cutting-Edge of Fashion

Etienne has been concentrating on his dynamic and exciting new collection of high-end Ceramic Bridal Jewelry. A perfect alternative to traditional gold or platinum wedding bands, ceramic wedding/commitment bands can be custom made in a variety of colors, designs, widths, and finishes and can be set with diamonds of any color or inlaid with platinum or 18kt gold! Etienne is also currently developing several brand-new ceramic "Fashion Ring" designs! Read on to learn more about this interesting new style!...

Etienne's Upcoming Events

Etienne is excited to take a break from the hectic pace of major jewelry industry shows to display his art at the Maine Boats and Harbors Show in the scenic coastal town of Rockland, Maine. If your in the Northeast, take this chance to see Etienne's designs and spend a relaxing weekend breathing sea-air and experiencing what talented local Maine artists have to offer!

Etienne's Ceramic Jewelry

Etienne is introducing the fine jewelry industry to Ceramic Bridal Jewelry! Unlike conventional ceramics, micro-crystaline zirconium ceramic is extremely durable and with hardness rating similar to sapphire it's virtually shatterproof! Developed as a temperature resistant material for high-tech industrial uses such as jet engines and popularized by its use as kitchen knives, Etienne is one of the first jewelers to recognize the potential for Zirconia Ceramic in fine jewelry design. A perfect alternative to traditional gold
or platinum bridal jewelry, choose one of Etienne's
stylish new ceramic wedding or commitment band designs and you will be the envy of your friends! Handsome black ceramic bands with or without diamonds or inlaid precious metals are well-suited for men searching for a more masculine look. Additionally, these rings are UNSCRATCHABLE by anything other than diamond tools (even steel can't blemish them) making them priceless for people who work in an environment that's rough on jewelry!
Work directly with Etienne to custom design your own, one of a kind Ceramic wedding/commitment band starting for less than $200!

Featured Ceramic Designs

An elegant engagement / wedding ring combination or a stunning fashion ring. Either way this brand-new design is a winner. A brilliant 3/4ct white diamond is set in this "Low Halo" platinum ring, encircled by channel set diamonds and flanked by two 6mm black ceramic bands!

A staple of Etienne's Ceramic Bridal Jewelry collection, the matte-finish black ceramic wedding band with starlight set white diamonds gives an exciting twist to a classic Etienne design. Available in any width with white or colored diamonds set in 18kt gold or platinum.

See more Ceramic Jewelry designs on Etienne's Ceramic Jewelry Facebook album.

Nobody Treats Diamonds Better...
- Etienne Perret -

Colored Diamond Blog Founder Etienne Perret Introduces Newsletter!

2009-04-03T10:21:00.009-04:00

Founder of Colored Diamond Blog, Etienne Perret, would like to share his exciting new Colored Diamond Jewelry Newsletter to anybody interested! This semi-monthly informational email developed with Constant Contact is a wonderful resource, allowing readers access to the newest trends in the colored diamond industry and the first look at many innovative new designs! Centering on Etienne's award winning colored natural diamond designs, this Newsletter follows the life and work of a highly respected and successful fine jewelry designer.

Sign up today and stay up to date with the exciting and glamorous world of Colored Diamond Jewelry. Know when Etienne will make an appearance in a city near you! Be the first to see Etienne's newest colored Natural Diamond collections!

http://visitor.constantcontact.com/email.jsp?m=1101927257107

Shown above: Blue colored diamond 18kt yellow gold double loop fashion and engagement ring with continuous white diamond pave channel. (http://www.etienneperret.com/)

Nadia Engagement Ring

2009-03-25T08:35:00.004-04:00

This is the classic Etienne Perret Nadia ring set with a 1.20ct color treated canary yellow diamond in the center and 36 pave' set fine white G color VS clarity diamonds for a total diamond weight of 1.70ct.
The Nadia engagement ring can be made in 18kt yellow, rose or white gold as well as platinum. You can choose the color of the center diamond from a wide range of natural color diamonds or treated colors in sizes from .50ct up to 5.00ct. Price really depends on the size and color of the center diamond, the metal of your choice and how many side diamonds you decide on.

Diamond Irradiation

2009-03-25T08:15:00.007-04:00

What colors can be produced by diamond irradiation?
Blue, green and yellow are the most popular colors produced using the irradiation process. Orange, red and purple/pink colors are also possible which are more difficult to produce.

Are Irradiated diamonds safe/radiation free?
Yes, absolutely! I recommend that you look for diamonds that have been processed in the United States where laboratories adher to strict safety standards and government regulations. Diamonds colored in the USA are 100% radiation free.

How stable is color produced by the electron bombardment process EBT process?
The color changes produced in diamonds by the irradiation process are irreversible. The color is stable and permanent under normal wear and tear. The color is not affected by chemicals, ultrasonic cleaners, steam cleaning, polishing or heating up to 1000°F. Yellow, orange, red and pink colored diamonds are unaffected by heat even over 1000°F. Blue and green colors may fade when the diamond is heated over 1000°F. Special care of colored diamonds should be taken when resizing a ring or some jewelry repairs. Avoid exposing diamond to jewelers torch which may heat diamond to over 1000° F.

What type of diamonds are suitable for this process?
Any diamond with transparency irrespective of its original color and clarity can be processed using this process. Our recommended labs can suggest which color is most suitable for a particular diamond after visual and chemical analysis in the lab. In general, white diamond can be processed to any of blue, green or yellow colors. We recommend blue or green colors for diamonds that originally has a slight brownish color tone or black inclusions as this can mask the the original undesired color or inclusions. Diamonds with yellow tone can be processed to yellow color if it has no fluorescence or to green or greenish yellow color if the diamond shows fluorescence.

Champagne Diamonds

2009-03-23T08:16:00.005-04:00

Champagne diamonds are the most exotic, fashionable and alluring of natural colored diamonds. With soft, radiant tones, and exquisite shades from light champagne to deep, rich cognac and brown, champagne diamonds radiate natural warmth, sophistication and beauty that make them the perfect accompaniment to one’s personal style.

The soft palettes of champagne diamonds create perfect fashion complements to white diamonds and other pieces of fine jewelry. Whatever mood you’re in -- demur or dramatic -- champagne diamonds are perfect for any time of day or night, any season of the year. Show off your individuality and natural style with sparkling champagne diamonds.
Champagne diamonds have caught the eye of lovers of fine jewelry and inspired the world’s leading jewelry designers with their glamor, color and versatility. Royalty and celebrities are captivated by the stunning and contemporary beauty of champagne diamonds. The walk up the red carpet is as much a showcase of sparkling natural colored champagnes diamonds as a who’s who of the silver screen.

Chocolate Diamonds

2009-03-22T22:40:00.005-04:00

Probably at the top of the average woman's list of "good things" are chocolate and diamonds, but what about when these two are combined. Ever hear of chocolate diamonds? Like many colored diamonds these days, brown diamonds aka chocolate diamonds are starting to gain in popularity. They look especially well when set in white gold or platinum I think.

Unrivalled by Other Gems

2009-03-22T22:10:00.008-04:00

The strongest point of colored diamonds is just that – they’re diamonds. Their strength and durability can’t be matched by other stones. They’re available in sizes as small as 1mm, making them an ideal alternative to non-durable colored stones in smaller sizes. But their unique beauty lies in the fact that they can combine any color with that unforgettable brilliance of a diamond.

For instance, a sapphire is blue and certainly beautiful in its own right, but it can’t match the magical brilliance of a blue diamond.

Color Enhanced Diamonds

2009-03-22T22:04:00.005-04:00

Color enhanced diamonds have become very popular as jewelers and designers have realized the potential of their beautiful colors, availability and affordability. Color enhanced diamonds are natural diamonds that have undergone coloring procedures.

The wide range of rich colors has enabled jewelry manufactures around the world the opportunity to offer their customers fancy colored diamonds at an affordable price in a broad range of designs.

Color enhanced diamonds, just like many other treated gemstones are universally accepted. However, it is important for the seller to disclose that the diamond being sold has been treated. Federal Trade Commission guidelines require disclosure of gemstone treatments at every level of the trade.

Finally up!

2009-03-22T21:07:00.004-04:00

I'm so glad to see the Colored Diamonds blog is finally up! It is so exciting to follow your amazing work and I'm sure that all the colored diamond info you will share to us readers will be highly educational! So happy to follow this blog! Thank you Etienne...

Orange Colored Diamond Tendril Ring

2009-03-22T19:57:00.003-04:00

I have created many engagement ring designs using color treated diamonds. This one here is one of my favorites. The ideal cut modern brilliant diamond weighing 1.57ct. is set in a swirling pave' set ring shank that spirals around the diamond and finger. Through heat and pressure we have been able to create one of the most intense orange colored diamonds I have ever seen.

One Must Begin Somewhere

2009-03-22T16:59:00.005-04:00

For 25 years I been creating jewelry set with colored diamonds. It is my hope that with this blog I will be able to share my enthusiasm for diamonds of color with you. Diamonds mined from the ground can be found in almost any color of the rainbow, however natural color diamonds are rare, in some colors exceedingly rare, and therefore very expensive. Today through the use of modern technology we can permanently alter the color of diamonds. This gives you color in addition to the durability and brilliance diamonds have always been known for.