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Top 5 Things to Know about Rubies

Top 5 Things to Know about Rubies

Rubies have captivated people for centuries with their rich history, vibrant color, and exceptional rarity. Whether you’re considering a ruby for ...

How to find the best fine jewelry designer in Houston, Texas

Are you on the hunt for that perfect piece of fine jewelry? Maybe you’re dreaming of an engagement ring, wedding band, or a necklace that’s just so...

A Gem Lover’s Guide: Rubies, Emeralds, and Blue Sapphires

Gemstones have captivated us for millennia, with each stone holding its unique allure, history, and value. In this guide, we take a closer look at...

What are the Ideal Proportions for a Round Brilliant Cut Diamond?

While there's no one-size-fits-all formula for ideal proportions, certain guidelines have emerged based on empirical evidence and expert analysis. ...

The Best Guide to Fine Jewelry Care and Cleaning for Diamonds, Emeralds, Sapphires, Turquoise, and Tourmalines

Fine jewelry from a designer like ILA not only embodies exceptional craftsmanship and artistic expression but also holds sentimental value. These t...

What is the Difference Between White Gold and Platinum?

If you’re shopping for an engagement ring, you’re probably curious about the difference between white gold and platinum. Both are great options, a...

How to care for your fine jewelry

With proper care fine jewelry can last for generations. Whether you've purchased jewelry from ILA or inherited a precious piece of jewelry, it is ...

Beyond the 4C's

Most diamond buyers know about the 4 C’s when purchasing a diamond. The traditional method of evaluating diamonds was established by the Gemologic...

What is the Best Metal for Men’s Wedding Bands?

One of the first thing that comes to mind after purchasing an engagement is to find your significant other the perfect wedding band. At ILA we ha...

Reading a GIA Diamond Certificate: The Easy Way

A diamond certification is written proof a diamond’s unique characteristics. The three primary institutions that grade diamonds are the American G...

A Closer Look at Diamonds

What are diamonds made of? Unlike every other precious stone, a diamond is the only mineral made of a single element. Diamonds are composed 99.95%...

ILA Conflict-Free Diamonds

Conflict Diamonds At ILA our desire has always been to tell stories through jewelry. Our collections have been inspired by the design sensibilitie...

What are Hearts and Arrows in a Diamond?

First introduced by Japanese cutters, the term “hearts and arrows” is used to describe the cutting of a diamond to ideal optical symmetry. Less tha...