The Mark Schneider Fine Jewelry Blog

When it comes to diamonds, everyone wants the best. Before making this major purchase, people typically check every aspect of their diamond on the accompanying grading report. One of the specifications on such a report is how clear a diamond...

1477 marks the first year engagement rings were first recorded in use. It is the year that Archduke Maximilian of Austria gave an engagement ring to Mary of Burgundy when they were betrothed. If 1477 sounds like a long time...