From Afghanistan to England’s Tower of London, the Black Prince’s Ruby has traversed time and lore. Yet, despite the popular name marking it as a ruby, the gemstone has been identified as a red spinel weighing approximately 170 carats. The spinel is uncut, set in its rough form as...
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In athletics, precision is everything. Every stride, every split-second decision, every moment on the track is crucial. As the Official Timekeeper of the Olympic Games since 1932, Omega knows this better than anyone. When the world’s best athletes gather in Paris for the 2024 Olympics, Omega will once again...
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The luxury watch landscape is evolving, and a significant driving force behind this change is the high household income (HHI) Canadian female consumer. While traditionally, luxury watches might have been associated more with male consumers, recent research conducted by THE MVEye sheds light on the preferences and behaviours of...
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By Lauriane Lognay Have you ever wondered what you could do with your small broken gemstones? The gems you don’t sell because of their weird shape? The ones that are scratched up, full of abrasions? What if we could make the smallest difference in our consumption in the...
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For centuries, natural or fine pearls have been the gem of choice for powerful figures throughout the world. Yet, the unique history of one pearl, discovered 445 years ago, sets it apart from others of its kind.
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Many jewellery retailers and sales associates are well-versed in the bridal arena and know how to help brides and brides-to-be select engagement rings and wedding bands. Grooms, on the other hand, can prove to be a bit more challenging. For many men, the wedding ring is the first piece...
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One of the hottest trends in the bridal market of late is the concept of versatility. Many brides are planning multiple looks for the various occasions surrounding their wedding ceremony. For evidence, look no further than the bespoke, yet co-ordinated, Chanel outfits Sofia Richie wore at her star-studded wedding...
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Bill C-208, which became law on June 29, 2021, represented a significant milestone in Canadian tax legislation, particularly for families considering intergenerational business transfers (IBTs). This private member’s bill aims to provide certain family businesses with the opportunity to access the lifetime capital gains deduction on intergenerational transfers, aligning...
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Diamond cuts—the shape, proportions, and arrangement of facets in a diamond—are often judged by their relation to light. Brilliance, fire, scintillation, and overall appearance play into a diamond’s assigned value. Before the advent of electricity, the best way to ascertain a diamond’s brightness was to hold it up to...
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A jeweller’s life is never complete without a few topaz along the way. Its hardness, along with its high reflectivity and lustre make for a dependable gemstone in any jewellery store. Well known in different shades of blue and yellow, this gem is considered inexpensive and hard enough to...
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