Windy City Diamonds

09/02/2026

For millennia, pearls have been a symbol of elegance and class, typically worn by rulers and nobility (and celebrities) across the world. But what makes them so precious?

Marie Antoinette's pearl pendant went for $32 million at auction. Pearls come in many different colors and sizes which help determine their value.

08/31/2026

Did you know the ancient Romans believed that diamonds 💎 were tears cried by the gods? They also believed that Cupid’s 🏹 arrows were tipped with diamonds (perhaps the earliest association between diamonds and romantic love!) ❤️

08/26/2026

We get major Carrie Bradshaw vibes from this blossoming style icon. Learn why she thinks every woman should buy herself a diamond ring 💍💖

Who says you need a man to buy you a diamond ring? 

08/24/2026

The modern diamond ring abounds with various configuration options. 💍

While many are a play on the traditional diamond ring style, there are also many unique and unconventional options, especially when it comes to settings.

Discover how to get the best engagement ring setting to make your diamond look as big and as brilliant as possible.

08/19/2026

When they say diamonds are forever, they aren't kidding. Most naturally-formed diamonds are over 1 billion years old!

08/17/2026

A phenomenon of nature? A marketing ploy? It's undeniable that diamonds are valuable, but where does that value come from, and just how rare are diamonds, really? Read on.

Diamonds are mostly carbon, one of the most abundant elements on Earth. So are diamonds rare? And why do they cost so much? Hint: there’s more to it than carbon.

08/12/2026

Besides being known as the hardest substances on earth, diamonds are also believed to be some of the rarest gemstones in the world.

But how rare are diamonds really? 💎🧐

Diamonds are mostly carbon, one of the most abundant elements on Earth. So are diamonds rare? And why do they cost so much? Hint: there’s more to it than carbon.

08/10/2026

When it comes to the primary gem setting in a ring, most options fall into one of two categories - cluster and solitaire.

Cluster settings involve smaller stones grouped together, while solitaire involves a single central stone.

Clusters tend to be more affordable and dynamic, while solitaires are more classically elegant.

08/05/2026

Lab-growing is revolutionizing the diamond industry! These diamonds are ethically-sourced and often a fraction of the price of mined diamonds. 💎

But some folks still want the real thing.

08/03/2026

Have you heard of iolite? 🤔

According to legends, ancient Viking navigators used thin slices of iolite as filters to help locate the sun on cloudy days. Whether or not the tales are true, today, iolite can be fashioned into beautiful gems. 💎