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THE EXQUISITE ART OF DIAMOND CUTTING

The journey of a Shimansky diamond direct from South African mines to your finger, magnificently shining with brilliance in a perfect setting, is quite something to behold.Along this remarkable jo...

TANZANITE – THE DECEMBER BIRTHSTONE

In December we celebrate the magnificent gemstone, Tanzanite - named the ‘December Birthstone’ in 2002. The fascinating and rare gemstone can only be found in Africa, Tanzania, at the foothills of ...

THE SHIMANSKY DIAMOND EXPERIENCE AT THE ROCKWELL

The Shimansky Diamond Experience at The Rockwell provides Cape Town’s tour guides and operators with exceptional, tailor-made diamond tours that completely delight their clients. Glowing reviews an...

HOW TO STYLE YOUR ENGAGEMENT RING

Engagements and weddings are meaningful milestones steeped in tradition, and it never hurts to know a little ring etiquette. Of course, we have all the answers for you - from matching engagement r...

WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE YELLOW DIAMONDS FOR YOUR ENGAGEMENT RING

Choosing an engagement ring is about finding a piece that reflects your style and personality. Once it's on your finger, you want to feel like it was destiny. For some brides-to-be, a classic whit...

HOW TO WEAR YOUR ENGAGEMENT RING AND WEDDING BAND

The do's and don'ts of your "I DO" Diamond Jewlery. Firstly, let’s take a moment to appreciate this momentous time in your life; in the immortal words of Freddie Mercury, you’ve found what so many ...

LEARN THE FASCINATING STORY OF PLATINUM

Platinum is one of the most precious metals you will find in the world; the metal is considered to be extremely rare, strong and durable making it the preferred choice for use in diamond jewelry. ...

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO PLANNING A SURPRISE PROPOSAL

Having been in the diamond business for over two decades we believe that an engagement ring is the most meaningful gift a man will give and a woman will receive. To ensure that the moment when she...

ENGAGEMENT AND WEDDING RING METAL GUIDE

An engagement ring is such a precious symbol of your love, which is why every facet of the ring needs to be carefully considered to ensure it best reflects her unique personality. One of the featu...

5 STEPS TO CHOOSING THE PERFECT ENGAGEMENT RING

Are you and your soulmate ready for the big “I do”? Finding the perfect engagement ring is one of the most important and exciting steps to starting your journey together. But with so many things t...