Diamondport Jewellers

One is known for its durability and weight, the other for affordability and a delicate glow – but there’s a lot more to these two precious metals than meets the eye.  Choosing between precious metals is not an everyday task. Most people will be vaguely familiar with White Gold and Platinum; White Gold is known for its warm undertones and affordability, while Platinum is revered for its toughness, weight and bright white colouring. But do these reputations stand true? When it comes to selecting the materials for a piece of fine jewellery, especially one you intend to wear for a very long time, it’s important to separate fact from fiction. Three-stone-white-gold-custom-engagement-ring The difference between Platinum and White Gold The key differences between Platinum and White Gold relate to Colour, Price, and Durability. But these differences are not clear cut – it is not a simple case of one being brighter, more affordable, or tougher than the other. Today, we explore the differenc...

We all know that March babies are lucky enough to have aquamarine as their birthstone, but you don’t have to share your day with St Paddy to wear this gorgeous gem. After all, who wouldn’t want a gem that brings tropical lagoons and calm waters to mind?! What is Aquamarine? Aquamarine means “water of the sea” and originated in the 17th Century. These stunning stones are part of the beryl family of minerals, which also includes emeralds. Aquamarines come in colours ranging from the palest blue to dark blue-greens. They also tend to have excellent clarity and can be found in quite large sizes, which makes them a perfect centrepiece for both engagement rings and fine jewellery, and whilst we love it in any setting, we think it looks especially outstanding when paired with rose or white gold. Below is Diamondport’s Emerald Aquamarine Engagement Ring with emerald diamonds. Engagement ring with an emerald aquarmarine and diamonds Where can you find Aquamarines? Aquamarines are mined in Braz...