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At Monty's we have a large range of the finest traditional round brilliant cut diamonds and fancy shaped diamonds, including princess, emerald, asscher, marquise, oval, radiant, pear, heart and cushion cuts.Choosing the perfect diamond is an important lifetime decision. We have compiled the following series of guides so you can learn more before investing in such an intimate purchase. This edition covers the common shapes and cuts you will find.Common Diamond ShapesRound:The round brilliant cut …

Colour and clarity are two of the most important things to consider when deciding on a diamond ring. The process of determining the colour and clarity of a stone can only being performed by a trained gemmologist using specialist equipment. If the ring has a valuation you will be able to find the colour and clarity rating on the certificate.ColourDiamond colours are graded from D to Z, with D being colourless and Z a light yellow colour. This colour range is almost universally used worldwide and …

The weight and cut are the last but not least thing to consider when purchasing a diamond ring. Larger size stones are of course highly sought after and fetch a premium price, but focus on choosing a stone the fits well with the design of the ring and is a good match to the wearers personality. Some people prefer large eye catching stones whereas other people will prefer a smaller, more petite size. Carat Weight Diamonds, like all other gemstones, are weighed in metric carats; Just as a do …

Did you know each month has its own precious gemstone? Celebrating a birthday with a gemstone adds an extra layer of meaning and a special touch to your gift. The idea of birthstones date back to ancient times and have since been refined to create a more modern, jewellery friendly list. Here are the most common modern birthstones for each month: January: Garnet February: Amethyst March: Aquamarine or Bloodstone April: Diamond May: Emerald June: Pearl, Alexandrite or Moonstone …

Do you have some precious jewellery that has been stamped with some numbers or symbols? These are referred to as hallmarks and this guide will explain what some of the common hallmarks can tell you about your jewellery. The different carats of gold such as 9ct, 10ct,18ct etc all have different hallmarks. If your jewellery doesn't have a hallmark it can still be a precious metal like gold. Why do Jewellers add a hallmark?When jewellers create pieces made from precious metals such as gol …