Happy Birthday April!

April's birthstone is remarkably simple in composition, yet stunning in its unique ability to reflect and refract light into vivid flashes of brilliant color. The ancient Hindus called the Diamond "Vajra," meaning lightening, both because of the sparks of light thrown off by this gem as well as its invincible strength. The Diamond is harder than any other substance on earth. Diamonds have been revered throughout history. Used to embellish such items as crowns, swords and emblems as well as jewelry,...

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JCK's Jewelers Choice Award Winner!

(Los Angeles – March 2010) The jewelers have spoken once again! For the third year in a row, acclaimed jewelry designer Kirk Kara has won first place in the JCK Jewelers Choice Awards.This year, Kirk Kara won first place in the Best Bridal Design/$5,001–$10,000 for an engagement ring from the Carmella collection, featuring over 218 pavé-set brilliant diamond rounds equaling 1.61 ct. Four tapered diamond baguettes accent the beautifully handcrafted split shank. The design can accommodate any center...

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