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There is something very personal about a handwritten note that cannot be replicated by any conventional writing app. Pens have always had a special place in history, be it for writing letters, calligraphy, or simply signing your name on an important ...

From collectors to millionaires…when thinking about investing, the collectible sports card industry was never in the top 10 most lucrative markets. In fact, it might’ve not even been in the top 50…until 2020. During their time in lockdown, many ...

Pink diamonds are among the rarest colored diamonds in the world, and with the largest producer of natural pink diamonds closing in November 2020, these diamonds are about to become much rarer (and potentially more valuable.) This post will be ...

The most expensive cars in the world are not mere collectables that should be invested in, stored, and flipped when the time is right. They are marvels of modern engineering made to combine luxury and performance and cater to the true enthusiast who ...

If are thinking of starting a watch collection or are in the market for a new luxury watch the first question you might have is “where do I even start?” You want something that is high quality, will last generations (if taken care of), and that ...

You are getting ready to buy a diamond as a gift for that special someone, for an engagement ring, or even for yourself but you keep coming across one word which is "moissanite."  When you see a peculiar gem along with this word, it looks exactly ...

Expensive champagne has been synonymous with the drink of high class society. It is seen being enjoyed by A-list celebrities, it is saved and served for special occasions, and in general it has been used as a sort of high-status symbol.   While ...

The first quarter of the year has gone and investors are scouring the market to identify trends for their next big investment. So which markets should you keep an eye out on? Investing in Colored Diamonds Coming up time and time again, colored ...

Ever wonder who created Bitcoin? ...We've all heard of it, but do you know who started it?  It's a fascinating story. The inventor of one of the most famous cryptocurrencies, and the one that kickstarted the crypto-craze is shrouded in mystery...and ...

If you have been following the world of cryptocurrency as of late, there is one term popping up more and more, and that is “non-fungible tokens” or “NFTs” for short. Some of the most prominent examples of NFTs are NBA’s digital collectibles, or ...

While the emergence of the pandemic has shaken the modern world to its foundation, that's not a cause for pessimism. Investors must learn to keep calm, analyze, and adapt. So what do you do in a time of economic uncertainty?  One thing you might ...

Updated for 2021 How does the value of pink diamonds react to turbulent environments? 2020 was certainly an eventful year to say the least. In times of great change, it's very easy to get lost in everything moving around us.  Routines are gone, ...

The Coronavirus outbreak has presented governments, business owners, and the rest of us for that matter, with a very significant dilemma...Do we open up the economy but risk the health of the public, or do we keep everything closed and risk the ...

2020 ushers in not only the dawn of a new decade but a significant shift in the supply of the naturally colored diamonds with the closing of the iconic Argyle Mine.  The one certainty to expect is that investment portfolios are going to be changing; ...

This post has been updated for 2021 As diamond enthusiasts, collectors, and investors, it's only natural you want to know that you're getting exactly what you paid for. It's therefore a smart choice to always request for, and verify the ...

This post has been updated for 2021 When we think of buying a colored diamond, our mind pictures magnificent jewels set in high quality pendants, rings, necklaces, and earrings. While purchasing a set stone may be appealing and can save some time ...

It is without a doubt that colored diamonds are rare. In fact, they comprise only 0.1% of all diamonds mined per year. Out of this percentage, the rarest colors found are pink, blue, green, purple, and orange, but which is the rarest diamond color ...

After publishing 3 Reasons You Should Consider Fancy Colored Diamonds, the logical progression would be to share tips and tricks for those who wish to begin investing in colored diamonds. Thus we've compiled a list of 6 diamond investing tips every ...

After stressing the advantages of investing in colored diamonds, many of you contacted us and asked which colored diamond category you should invest in accordance to your budget. Since this is one of our most frequently asked questions, we figured ...

This post has been updated for 2019 One of the best ways to determine market demand, and ultimately which diamond colors are best for investing, is to monitor auctions. During the past 3 years, most colored diamonds sold were bought with the ...