Mapple Gems Journal

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Guides, stories, and answers about lab-grown diamonds, moissanite, and fine jewellery — written by our atelier.

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Mapple Gems vs Charles & Colvard — Is the Price Difference Worth It?

Charles and Colvard is the most established name in moissanite — they invented the Forever One brand and have been selling lab-created...

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White gold vs yellow gold vs rose gold compared: how the three colors are made, what each looks and feels like, which...

The 4 Cs of gemstone quality explained: cut, color, clarity, and carat, what each means, why cut matters most for sparkle, and...

A behind-the-scenes look at how jewelry is made: design, forming the metal (often by casting), setting the stones, then polishing, finishing, and...

How to read a gemstone certificate: what the independent grading report is, the key details to look for (the 4 Cs, shape,...

A beginner-friendly glossary of essential jewelry terms: the 4 Cs, sparkle terms like fire and brilliance, ring parts, metal terms, and setting...

A friendly tour of ring anatomy: the center stone, setting and prongs, head and gallery, shank (band), and shoulders, so you can...

How to read jewelry hallmarks and metal stamps: what marks like 925, 14K, 18K, and PLAT mean, a decoding chart, and why...

A clear guide to ring setting types, prong, bezel, pave, halo, three-stone, channel, and flush, explaining how each holds the stone and...

What rhodium plating is: a bright, durable platinum-family metal layered over white gold and silver for a whiter shine and protection, why...

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