When picturing September’s birthstone, sapphire, most people envision a gorgeous gemstone with a deep blue hue; a fitting description as the English word sapphire is derived from the Greek “sapherios,” which means blue.
Congratulations to Our Winners!
Congratulations to our winners of the Mother’s Day Necklace Giveaway:
Matthew Manley – Silver Necklace
Julia Ramsey – Rose Gold Necklace
Tina Connelly – Gold Necklace
Thanks to everyone who participated and made our contest such a success! We had a lot of fun, and plan on doing more contests just like this so stay tuned!
Thanks again to everyone who participated, and Happy Mother’s Day!
Win a Mother’s Day Necklace!
In celebration of Mother’s Day, we are doing a Facebook contest! We are giving away a Sterling Silver Bar necklace in one of three colours (silver, gold plated, and rose gold plated), including a personal engraving! To enter simply head over to our to our Facebook post, like it and comment the colour you would prefer! The winner will be announced on Facebook on May 1st.
This contest is open to Ontario residents only.
Remember to like and follow our Facebook page to keep up with future contests and news from Edwards & Davies!
What’s Trending – Oval Diamonds
Wedding season is approaching and one of the upcoming trends are oval cut diamond engagement rings. They give a bold statement with a lighter price tag than their round diamond counterparts. These diamonds have the ability to make the most elegant solitaire or can be framed beautifully in a halo. If you are looking into engagement rings or searching for ring ideas to drop some hints– we have some tips on how to evaluate and pick the perfect oval diamond. And chances are we just might have a few of those perfect ones in stock!
Turning the Old Into New – Feature Jewellery Re-design Job
What to do with old jewellery? Maybe it’s a piece from your grandmother, an out of style item passed down from your great uncle, or even something you have already owned for a while and just aren’t feeling the look of it anymore. Don’t let it sit in your jewellery box and collect dust! We absolutely love getting old pieces of jewellery and making it into something modern and new. And you can too!
The options are endless when it comes to redesign. Maybe you have an idea or maybe you don’t. We can help with that. A ring doesn’t have to become another ring and a necklace doesn’t have to become another necklace. You can take the sentimental stones out of the jewellery and even repurpose the gold to put it into another piece. This makes it more modern and stylish but also holds on to the personal value of it!
The re-design page of our website (click here to see!) breaks down our entire process of turning an old piece of jewellery into new so, let’s follow the steps and check out the process we went through with this beautiful custom piece!
The Perfect Proposal – 5 Tips to Make it Memorable
So you think you have found the one? That in itself is great news! But now what do you do? The bar has been set high by grand gestures of epic proposals all over the internet and chances are your significant other has an idea or two of what their fantasy ring and proposal will be like. So, look no further! We are here to help guide you in picking that perfect ring and creating that perfect proposal! It is a memory that you both will have forever so no matter what kind of gesture you are going for; you want to make it memorable. Memorable is the key word here!
February is the month of Love…and Jewellery!
Let this month be the opportunity to show someone you love them or are thinking of them with a thoughtful gesture, a handwritten card, flowers, or better yet…jewellery! We know celebrating Valentines Day is not for everyone, but it doesn’t have to be a significant other on the receiving end – your mother, sister, best friend, cousin or even someone you know with a February birthday.
If you are in to the gift of glitter for that someone special (and let’s be honest, who doesn’t love receiving something shiny!) we have created a little guide of Valentines Day gift ideas for the ones you love.
We have selected some featured items from our online store, to fit any budget and help get your gifting ideas rolling:
More Canadian Diamonds!
CANADA BECOMES 3RD LARGEST DIAMOND SUPPLIER WORLDWIDE
Edwards and Davies
Early Years
During the early years of the 21st century, the diamond industry suffered a considerable slump in worldwide production. The search for available deposits grew desperate as both companies and investors began to withdraw. Read the Full Story
Aquamarine : The Jewel of the Sea
An embodiment of the sea. The essence of relaxation. Devine purity of water. These are just a few of the flattering phrases used to describe the beautiful blue colour of aquamarine, the beloved birthstone for the month of March.
Amethyst : February’s Purple Prize
While many gemstones can achieve the colour purple, the natural glow of an amethyst and its timeless association with royalty makes it the most renowned of all purple gems. At one time, perhaps due to its connection to monarchy, the amethyst was as valuable as the emerald or sapphire. In today’s market the amethyst is an affordable gem which contributes both style and sophistication to any piece of jewellery.
The wor
d “amethyst” is a Greek word meaning “without drunkenness” due to its ancient use as a stone of sobriety and protection from poison. As a gem, it possesses a unique quality known as colour zoning which, depending on the angles of the cuts, can produce different shades and textures of purple. It is a variety of quartz and is found in locations worldwide. Of all available quartz, amethyst is the most valuable and prized form.
Amethyst is most prevalent as small pyramid-like structures and can often be found within the internal lining of rock formations known as geods. These are geological structures of various sizes occuring in sedimentary and volcanic rock. In some areas, such as Mexico, massive prisms of amethyst have been discovered and are highly sought after by collectors. Only two locations in Canada are known to contain significant deposits of amethyst, the Bay of Fundy and Thunder Bay.
In addition to being the birthstone of February, amethyst is also a symbol of understanding and philosophy; many members of the Catholic church wear amethyst to accent this quality.
Sapphire: The Sacred Gem of September
Although the ambience of summer is slowly coming to an end, the radiance of a sapphire is a timeless embodiment of its spirit and the perfect gem to represent the month of September. Available in a wide range of colours and hues, the sapphire is most commonly considered a blue gem with a long history of religious and spiritual significance.
In ancient times the sapphire was closely linked to the divine; the heavenly blue aura was believed to be a symbol of faith, hope, and insight. Modern attributes range from wisdom and learning to mental acuity and health. Christianity praised the sapphire as a symbol of spiritual protection and was a favourite among royals and other members of nobility.
While blue is thought to be the sapphire’s “true” and most recognizable colour, it’s versatility along the spectrum provides it with the ability to satisfy almost any colour preference. It is formed through the crystallization of an aluminium oxide mineral known as Corundum. All varying colours of Corundum are considered to be sapphires with the only exception being those which are red; these gems are then known as rubies.
For those born in September, the renowned quality and history of this birthstone make it an excellent addition to any piece of jewellery. Its reputation for focusing both the mind and spirit is enhanced by it’s strength as a gem, second only to the diamond. Contact us with any further inquiries
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