Total diamond weight - TDW

November 2nd 2011 - The total weight of all the diamonds in a piece of jewellery is one of the most frequently used selling points. However just a small variation in the details of some of those diamonds that make up the total diamond weight (TDW) can greatly affect the value of the piece of jewellery.

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InfoDavid Taylor
A family heirloom 

October 21st 2011 - As the prices of diamonds continue to rise the attraction of remodelling old and unused diamond rings becomes more attractive. If the diamond has a sentimental value then it is an even more inviting proposition.

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Man vs Machine

October 2nd 2011 - There is something about a hand made piece of jewellery that a machine cannot compete with. The challenge of hand making an often machine made design is something I encounter frequently and enjoy.

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Wedding, InfoDavid Taylor
A "D" in a diamond

September 5th 2011 - The colour of a diamond greatly determines its value. The colour grades of "white" diamonds are usually represented by letters of the alphabet between D and R. These letters represent values varying from colourless to shades of yellow.

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Info, EngagementDavid Taylor