Your Guide to Diamond Color and Clarity

2021-06-01T18:50:11-07:00Blog, Jewelry|

When buying a diamond, there are quite a few things to consider, from diamond grading to carat weights to clarity and beyond.  Two characteristics that are important for every diamond buyer to understand are color and clarity. Unlike cut and carat, which are positive characteristics that you want to be sure [...]

Custom Birthstone Jewelry: Our Picks by Month

2021-05-31T16:10:00-07:00Blog, Jewelry|

Birthstones have been traced all the way back to Old Testament times, but the modern custom of birthstones that correspond to a specific month originated in Poland somewhere between the 16th and 18th centuries. Today’s list of birthstones was defined in 1912 by the National Association of Jewelers, and that list remains [...]

Platinum Custom Bridal Sets

2021-05-20T10:21:04-07:00Blog, Jewelry, Rings|

Platinum is a prized precious metal for jewelry, and particularly so when it comes to bridal sets. One of the purest and rarest metals in the world, platinum has been valued since ancient times for its strength, durability and shine. In fact, platinum is up to 95% pure, compared to 18K [...]

Unique Ring Designs

2021-04-08T22:35:54-07:00Blog, Jewelry, Rings|

When it comes to ring design, there’s just one requirement: It must be made to fit on one’s finger.  Beyond that, it’s up to the ring designer to get creative with diamonds, colored gemstones, a mix of metals, and other elements that elevate a piece of fine jewelry to something truly [...]

Mixed Metal Bracelets for Spring and Summer

2021-04-08T22:11:59-07:00Blog, Bracelets, Jewelry|

Spring and summer—when it’s officially short-sleeve season—is the perfect time to show off a stack of bracelets on your arm. Mixed metal designs combining warm and cool tones are a great way to welcome the sun-filled months ahead, and add a little lux to an otherwise understated outfit. Here are a few of [...]

Diamond Studs and Other Classic Earring Styles

2021-03-18T11:36:59-07:00Blog, Earrings, Jewelry|

Diamond studs are just about the most classic style of earring you can wear. They bring sparkle to the wearer, are fitting for every occasion, and can range in size and feel: from subtle and simple, to substantial and statement-making. Of course, there are other styles to consider when you’re looking [...]

Why You Should Be Wearing Tourmaline Jewelry

2021-03-18T10:26:04-07:00Blog, Jewelry, Rings|

Are you a lover of color? Then you’ll love tourmaline.  What exactly is tourmaline? It’s a mineral that is found in just about every color of the rainbow, from vivid green to violet blue, rich pink to intense yellow-orange. The chemical composition of a particular tourmaline is what gives it its [...]

Men’s Custom Wedding Rings

2021-03-12T12:25:11-07:00Blog, Jewelry, Rings|

It used to be that men’s wedding rings were simple bands of gold, all significance and no style. But finding a unique men’s ring is now just as fun as shopping for women’s engagement rings.  Here at Coffin & Trout Fine Jewellers, we take pride in creating custom designs for men [...]

Everything to Know About Diamond Shapes

2021-02-25T11:41:20-07:00Blog, Jewelry|

Do you prefer pear-shaped, cushion cut, square cut, or princess cut diamonds? When selecting a diamond, you may be drawn to a certain shape more than others. But personal preference is only one reason for the wide variety of diamond shapes.  Here we take a look at some popular diamond shapes, [...]

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