The Mark Schneider Fine Jewelry Blog

Even after you’ve asked yourself all the necessary personal questions that need to be answered before beginning engagement ring shopping, there are likely to be more questions to be answered. The outstanding questions are usually best answered by a professional...

If you type “engagement ring” into Google, you'll find an endless amount of results and articles that can lead you down a rabbit hole–tons of information that just leads to more questions. These questions could be for yourself, your prospective...

When it comes to engagement rings, everyone seems to have an opinion about what stone and metal are appropriate to choose, how to go about shopping for the ring, and who can wear an engagement ring. There tend to be...

When someone says “fancy shaped diamond,” they aren’t referring to a top secret special diamond. They would usually be referring to any diamond other than round brilliant cut.Fancy shaped diamonds come in many different varieties and have become popular on...

When purchasing diamond jewelry, it is always a good idea to make sure that the diamonds come with a grading report. Diamond grading reports are available from a variety of different grading labs such as the Gemological Institute of America...

Buying an engagement ring from a large retail chain has its pros and cons. Large retail chains can offer some things that smaller, independent jewelry stores cannot. On the flip side, they might lack in certain areas where an independent...

Opals are among the most popular gemstones for jewelry due to their play of color and versatility. There are many different types of opals, some of which we will go into great detail here. Two of the most known types...

Choosing an engagement ring is a crucial part of any relationship because the engagement ring holds great significance and can be passed down for generations to come. During the selection process, one aspect that is considered is the center stone,...

Finding a unique engagement ring for any bride-to-be is tricky enough, but when it comes to finding a men’s wedding band that fits the personality of the groom-to-be, it takes the challenge to an entirely different level. Women are often...

Jewelry For Business Attire in the Corporate World When it comes to dressing for work, the perfect wardrobe may feel elusive. After all, you want each outfit to be a perfect mixture of professional and unique. However, with a little...

Literary works of genius are timeless. Passed from generation to generation, a story can live for decades and even centuries. One such story is that of Sherlock Holmes. Originally imagined by Scottish author and physician Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the...

Veils are long, elegant, and a classic element in bridal attire. Yet very few people know the significance or symbolic purpose of veils. Veils are traditionally worn to cover a portion of the face or hair, and are meant to...