The Mark Schneider Fine Jewelry Blog

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,...

When you think of a diamond engagement ring, you most often think of colorless, traditional diamonds with great light return to your eye. But that’s not the only type of diamond available. Fancy colored diamonds are a wonderful option for...

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...