Diamond Ring History

I think history is facinating, and what is better than combining an interesting story with the sparkle of diamonds?  While diamonds have been around for centuries, the diamond ring has not always been an item.  Check out this fascinating blog post by William Goldberg titled: Diamond Jewelry Rings have an Intriguing History.

You will learn about how diamonds have been the source of myth, legend, power, and prestige, but also how they have come to symbolize the everlasting love between two people. 

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Celebrities LOVE the Ashoka Diamond!

Celebrities love the Ashoka Diamond by luxury diamond jeweler William Goldberg!  Recently, Reese Witherspoon became engaged to Hollywood agent Jim Toth when he presented her with a flawless 4-carat Ashoka diamond engagement ring custom made by William Goldberg...how could she say no!

Named after the famed Buddhist Emperor Ashoka, the diamond is so rare and perfect that it represents love, compassion, and harmony just like the stone the ancient Indian people used as their talisman.  To create the unique vintage shape inspired by the cushion cut, the Ashoka diamond must be carved from very large rough stones, and only 10% of the worlds diamonds mined each year fit the bill.  62 facets are cut to create a stone with flawless clarity and brilliance that will look roughly 30% larger than other stones of the same carat weight. 

In addition to Reese's beautiful engagement ring, other celebrities have worn the Ashoka diamond as well, including: Oprah Winfrey, Sharon Stone, Penelope Cruz, and Debra Messing.  

The Ashoka diamond also made an appearance at the Art of Ellysium ‘Heaven’ Gala, a Golden Globe after-event, when actress Rashida Jones from the Facebook movie The Social Network, wore a spectacular Ashoka diamond flame bracelet by William Goldberg.

Read more about the Ashoka Diamond by William Goldberg

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William Goldberg Luxury Diamond Jewelry Sparkles at the Golden Globes!

Awards shows are great places to see stunning luxury diamond jewelry!  This year's 68th annual Golden Globe ceremony and after-parties were no exception!  One of my favorite pieces was the stunning Diamond Aero bracelet by William Goldberg worn by actress Rashida Jones.  She paired it with diamond cluster earrings and a three-row diamond bracelet, also by William Goldberg...just stunning!!!

Here are some of the jewelry trends noticed this year:

According to JKC, the jewelry industry authority, these are the celebrity jewelry trends:

-       Smaller stud earrings are great paired with a dramatic necklace. 
-       Long sleeve gowns were more prevalent than last year (maybe it was colder??), and pushed bracelets to the back burner. 

-       Jewelry add-ons like elaborate rings, broaches, belts, or hair clips were great ways to add flare to a wardrobe.

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