Robinson's Jewelers Blog / Diamond Buying Guide

Discover the latest trends, tips, and insights in the world of fine jewelry with Robinson's Jewelers' official blog. Dive deep into the mesmerizing realm of precious metals and gemstones. Whether you're a jewelry aficionado or seeking styling advice, our curated articles are here to enlighten and inspire.

Round and oval lab diamond engagement rings compared for visual size and finger coverage

Round vs. Oval Lab Diamond Engagement Ring: Which Gives More Visual Size for Your Budget? The Smart Guide to Maximum Finger Coverage

If your engagement ring wish list includes major sparkle, generous finger coverage, and...
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Bright symmetrical marquise lab diamond showcasing balanced pointed ends and brilliant faceting

How to Choose a Marquise Lab Diamond That Looks Symmetrical and Bright: A Smart Shopper Guide

A marquise lab diamond knows how to make an entrance. With its elongated silhouette, dr...
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Sparkling lab diamond jewelry displayed in an elegant fine jewelry setting with emphasis on brilliance and light return

How to Shop for Lab Diamond Jewelry When You Want Maximum Sparkle Instead of Maximum Carat Weight and Make Every Facet Count

Shopping for Lab Diamond Jewelry gets much more interesting when you stop asking, "How ...
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Natural and lab-grown diamond stud earrings displayed for an everyday fine jewelry comparison

Natural Diamond vs. Lab Diamond for Stud Earrings: Which Makes More Sense for Daily Wear? A Practical Guide to Choosing Your Perfect Pair

Diamond studs have a wonderful talent for making almost any outfit look more intentiona...
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Estate diamond ring being examined by a jeweler when the original grading certificate is missing

How to Buy an Estate Diamond Ring When the Original Certificate Is Missing: A Smart Buyer's Guide to Beauty, Value, and Confidence

Falling in love with an estate diamond ring can happen remarkably fast. One minute you ...
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Lab diamond tennis bracelet selected for comfortable everyday wear and visible sparkle

How to Choose a Lab Diamond Tennis Bracelet for Everyday Wear Without Overpaying for Specs You Cannot See: A Smart Shopper's Guide

A lab diamond tennis bracelet can deliver serious sparkle without requiring a budget th...
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Princess-cut lab diamond showing bright face-up sparkle and balanced proportions for a diamond buying guide

How to Choose a Princess-Cut Lab Diamond Without Paying for Hidden Carat Weight: Get More Sparkle Where You Can Actually See It

A princess-cut lab diamond can deliver crisp corners, serious sparkle, and a wonderfull...
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Eye-clean lab-grown diamond illustrating how to choose attractive clarity without paying for microscopic perfection

How to Choose an Eye-Clean Lab Diamond Without Paying for Microscopic Perfection: A Smarter Way to Buy More Beauty for Your Budget

Shopping for lab-grown diamond jewelry can feel wonderfully empowering right up until s...
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Oval lab-grown diamond displaying bright, balanced sparkle without an obvious bow-tie

How to Choose an Oval Lab Diamond That Does Not Have an Obvious Bow-Tie: A Smarter Guide to Beautiful Sparkle

Choosing an oval lab diamond should feel exciting, not like conducting a tiny flashligh...
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Asscher and emerald-cut diamonds displayed side by side for comparing step-cut diamond shapes

How to Choose Between an Asscher and Emerald-Cut Diamond: Find the Step-Cut Style That Feels Like You

Choosing between an Asscher cut diamond and an emerald-cut diamond is a little like dec...
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Close-up of a lab grown diamond illustrating VS and SI clarity differences

Do You Need VS Clarity in a Lab Diamond or Is SI Clarity Good Enough? How to Spend for Sparkle, Not a Microscope

Shopping for a lab diamond can turn into alphabet soup surprisingly fast: VS1, VS2, SI1...
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Elongated radiant-cut diamond showcasing brilliant faceting and an elegant rectangular silhouette

How to Choose an Elongated Radiant-Cut Diamond: Your Guide to Maximum Sparkle and a Gorgeous Silhouette

Choosing an elongated radiant-cut diamond is a little like finding the perfect pair of ...
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Round and cushion-cut diamonds compared side by side for choosing an engagement ring

How to Choose Between a Round and Cushion-Cut Diamond: The Sparkle, Style, and Personality Test

Choosing between a round diamond and a cushion-cut diamond sounds simple until both are...
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Close-up view of a brilliant diamond highlighting its table facet and sparkling proportions

What Is Diamond Table Percentage and How Does It Affect Sparkle? Your Guide to a Brighter, More Beautiful Diamond

A diamond can have impressive color and clarity, but if its proportions are not working...
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Comparison of elongated diamond shapes that provide maximum finger coverage for the price

What Diamond Shape Gives the Most Finger Coverage for the Price? A Smart Guide to Maximum Visual Impact

If your goal is maximum sparkle across the finger without asking your budget to perform...
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Close-up view of a precision-cut diamond illustrating facet alignment and diamond symmetry

What Is Diamond Symmetry and How Much Does It Matter? A Smart Shopper's Guide to Better Sparkle

Diamond symmetry sounds like one of those tiny grading details you could safely leave t...
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Elegant pear-shaped diamond displaying even curves, balanced proportions, and brilliant faceting

How to Choose a Pear-Shaped Diamond With Even, Balanced Proportions: A Sparkle-Smart Shopping Guide

Choosing the right pear-shaped diamond is part science, part personal taste, and part t...
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Diamond shapes demonstrating different length-to-width ratios for jewelry shoppers

What Is a Diamond's Length-to-Width Ratio? A Simple Guide to Finding the Shape You Love

A diamond can have impressive carat weight, beautiful color, and dazzling clarity, yet ...
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Comparison of sparkling diamond shapes that can help disguise small inclusions

Which Diamond Shapes Hide Inclusions Best? The Sparkle-Smart Guide to Getting More Beauty for Your Budget

Choosing a diamond is a little like dating: perfection sounds wonderful until you disco...
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Pear-shaped diamond illustrating elegant length-to-width proportions for engagement ring shopping

What Is the Best Length-to-Width Ratio for a Pear-Shaped Diamond? A Smart Guide to Finding Your Perfect Teardrop

A pear-shaped diamond has a personality all its own: part classic round brilliance, par...
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