Did you know, deep red Spinels were mistaken for Rubies? They were often found in the same places, and once polished, the two gems were nearly indistinguishable. Without the scientific equipment we have today, it was much more difficult to differentiate the two gemstones. That’s why many historical crown jewels actually contain Spinels, and not Rubies. One… Read more »
We all have some kind of what I call a “road block”. Fingers with strong tendons will have road blocks on the sides of their fingers resulting in a tapered finger. Meaning where the ring sits, it’s wider than the rest of the finger. The road block may be on the top section of the… Read more »
Cushion cut diamonds come in different proportions and shapes. Some are more elongated, some are a perfect cushion shape, and some have a more square shape. Unlike emerald cut diamonds there really isn’t an ideal proportion, cushion cuts are subjective and it’s really what looks suitable for your hand. Cushion cut diamonds The technical term… Read more »
Have you ever noticed that a little touch of color makes the big picture complete? In the Top 2 Types of Diamonds Worth Knowing About and Investing In blog post, we learned that not only are pink diamonds beautiful, but they are also among the rarest, valuable, and most sought-after gemstones in the world. Here… Read more »
We have all heard ‘new year; new you’ before, but have you ever considered ‘new year; a new point of view’? Here at Cynthia Britt, we are both proud and pleased to create works of art inspired by people from all around the world who teach us more about their traditions, cultures, and values. Often… Read more »
In the July 2020 digital edition of Glamour, Mexico, a few of our designs graced the world modeled by the beautiful, talented, Spanish actress, Ester Exposito. In her own words, the star of the Netflix original series, Elite, speaks to Glamour at her photoshoot about her evolution as both an actress and as a woman… Read more »
Creating a sustainable environment is becoming a critical part of living today. It is a call to action we have all been asked to take and we need to respond. A little will go a long way and the small steps will lead to greater strides. It’s good to know that you can trust where… Read more »
With the wedding season still going full swing as the weather gets cooler, September lets go of the old days of summertime and welcomes something new with incredible celebration and a lifetime full of promises. Specializing in custom-made engagement rings and heirloom pieces of jewelry, Cynthia Britt delves into a world of romance and new… Read more »
As we get one step closer to learning more from those around us, it’s unbelievable to think of how each piece of the puzzle helps connect us all. Every single detail that goes into the Jewelry designed by Cynthia Britt, Boston’s best-kept secret for custom-made and classically elegant engagement rings, brings to… Read more »
As August itself is said by many to be the “Sunday” of the Summertime, August poses a unique dilemma in and of itself; “Is someone born in this month supposed to pick between two birthstones”? The month of August, known primarily for the astrological season of Leo, uniquely boasts two birthstones; Peridot and Sardonyx. Maybe… Read more »
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