Reid Mackie, who currently works as the vice president of Diamond Marketing for Mountain Province, had the ring sized to his wife’s finger. He is particularly proud of the final product although he did comment that being all diamond it tends to scratch softer surfaces. Their favourite wine glasses is one such victim to the all-diamond ring. His wife now wears the ring on a chain around her neck. It attracts a lot of attention, Mackie saying that “People at first don’t believe it’s diamond.”

Where did the name the “Beaufort” come from?

The all-diamond ring originated from a 20-carat rough stone located in Canada’s Northwest Territories. It took 2 years to create the ring from the rough stone using laser technology.  The final product was very unique and had a greyish blue colour. Mackie claimed that it “looked like it had a storm trapped inside”. The ring’s colour reminded him of the Beaufort front, a weather front which causes annual storms in the South Carolina. Subsequently, he decided to name the ring the Beaufort. GIA experts say the rings unique look is from graphite needles which became trapped in the diamond during its formation. Wouldn’t you agree it makes for a stunning and unique piece?

Want to read about some of our other interesting diamond articles? Check out our blog on the latest trend in salt and pepper diamonds here.

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While Michael Bublé’s deep soothing melodies may have you convinced that all your significant other could possibly want for Christmas is you, be prepared in case your partner is expecting something other than you swathed in festive wrapping paper.

Before you spiral into a total meltdown, check out our ideas for some Christmas gift inspiration. Merry shopping!

Gifts for Her:

Necklace

A universally romantic gift, get her a stunning necklace to go with her latest summer outfits.

 

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Earrings

Whether you get simple studs or elegant drop earrings every girl gets excited about a new pair!

 

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Romantic Gift Hamper for her

Spoil her with a selection of gifts like a bottle of bubbly or her favourite cookies in a delightful gift box.

 

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Bracelet

You can never go wrong with jewellery! A delicate, gold bracelet is a thoughtful present for your special someone.

 

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Custom pooch printed phone case

The only thing she loves as much as you is her pooch so get her a custom pooch print on her iPhone or android case.

 

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Watch

Keep her stylish AND on time with a beautiful watch or fitness tracker.

 

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Gifts for Him:

Watch

A man can never have too many watches! Whatever your budget may be, there are plenty of trendy options for your special man.

 

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Nintendo

Everyone’s favourite childhood games have been reimagined in Nintendo’s Switch so that your partner can take the fun anywhere, anytime.

 

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Socks

A quirky pair of socks is the perfect stocking filler and will be sure to keep him on his toes.

 

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Microbrew Beer Gift Pack

When in doubt, an assortment of your partner’s favourite beers is sure to keep him merry and bright this Christmas.

 

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Leather Overnight Bag

The Christmas period is filled with beach vacays and summer getaways, so why not gift him a stylish leather day bag to kick start the perfect holiday.

 

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Received a piece of jewellery this Christmas from your loved one? Click here to get a quote to insure your jewellery with Centrestone!

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Valentine’s Day is a polarising holiday: some find Valentines traditions a cringe worthy custom reserved for newly dating honeymoon phase couples – yet others revel in the opportunity to cherish their loved ones. While the quasi holiday may be over-commercialised and somewhat vain, the historical origins of the day are romantic and pure.

The Feast of Saint Valentine is celebrated annually on the 14^th of February. The holiday commemorates the martyrdom of Saint Valentine for secretly wedding young couples while a ban was imposed. The Roman Emperor Claudius II outlawed marriage for young men after deciding that unmarried men made better soldiers than those with children and wives back home to consider. Once Valentine’s practises had been discovered, he was imprisoned and tortured.

During his time in incarceration, legend suggest that Valentine prayed to restore sight to the blind daughter of his judge. Prior to his execution in the year 269 AD, Valentine’s wrote her a farewell letter which was signed from “Your Valentine.” This is believed to be the origins of the tradition of sending loved ones Valentine’s Day letters and greeting cards.

Since then, Valentine’s Day has evolved into an occasion where lovers expressed their affection through flowers, candy, stuffed animals and greeting cards. Around the world various international iterations of Valentine’s Day celebrations can be observed.

Japan

In japan, it is custom that only women give chocolates to men. The practise evolved from a mistranslation of a marketing campaign which was originally targeted at foreigners.

The translation states that office women are to give chocolate to their male co-workers. Each type of chocolates have different meaning, with unpopular colleagues receiving giri-choko (a.k.a. obligatory chocolates) and loved ones receiving honmei-choko, a “true feeling” chocolate.

A campaign was launched by confectionary companies in Japan for a reply day known as “White Day” where men can reciprocate the exchange of confectionary, jewellery and clothing.

Estonia

Valentine’s Day in Estonia is a celebration of love but also friendship. Referred to as “Friend’s Day,” the holiday ensures singles are not left out of the festivities and gift giving. There is also a special bus called the “love bus” where singles are able to take a ride and meet a potential lover.

South Korea

In South Korea, women gift chocolates to men on Valentine’s Day and men gift non-chocolate confectionary to their female counterparts on March 14. Those who did not receive any gifts on either holiday go out on April 14 which is known as “Black Day,” and eat black bean paste noodles (jajangmyeon) and lament over their single life.

Philippians

Each year on Valentine’s Day mass weddings are held in the Philippians. The ceremonies are often held in joint venues to make it more affordable and the wedding kiss is synchronised.

Germany

Pigs are a popular symbol for Valentine’s Day in Germany, as they represent luck as well as lust. Pig shaped confectionary and figurines are a common gift to loved ones as a sign of affection.

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In this day and age, an engagement ring selfie is basically the modern day equivalent of an engagement announcement. How else can you show your grandma, your bestie from university and the girl you met at the gym last week all at once? The very first thing most brides-to-be do after saying yes (and getting Centrestone Insurance of course!) is snap the perfect pic of this milestone moment!

So how exactly do you capture just how beautiful your ring looks on your finger in one snapshot? You don’t have to be a professional photographer or schedule a hand lift for the occasion. All you have to do is figure out the perfect lighting and angels to maximise the natural light hitting your sparkler and figure out the beautiful back drop to set the scene of the engagement location!

Here are the best tips for nailing your first insta shot on the way to married life #couplegoals.

Maximum Sparkle: Diamond Cut

Round brilliant – there is a reason why the round brilliant is the most popular cut when it comes to engagement rings. With 58 facets it is perfect for maximum light reflection. This cut is best for an outdoors snap to make the most of your diamonds bling factor.

Princess cut – coming in a close second, the princess cut has a distinctive cross shaped reflection from above giving it its renowned brilliance and fire.

Pear and Oval – if you’re opting for uniqueness, pear and oval cuts are the way to go!

Lighting: Diamond Setting

Prong setting – if you want your ring glimmering like a star in the night sky make sure you opt for prong setting. The large spaces between prongs allows maximum light to hit the diamond leading to increased brilliance. If you have a prong setting, take your engagement selfie in a well-lit location to take full advantage of light flowing into the diamond!

Halo setting – a halo can be set around many different cuts and is a guaranteed way to make your ring look glitzy as well as give the appearance of a bigger Centrestone.

Backdrops

Proposer/ fiancé – there is nothing sweeter than setting the scene of the dreamy proposal with a snap of your ring and fiancé. Combine this with a furry friend like a cute pup for maximum awe factor.

Scenery shot – capture the romantic location of your engagement whether it be a cosy breakfast in bed or a beachside sunset. Share the unique and personal parts of your engagement that made it so special!

Now that you have the fiancé, the ring, and the perfect engagement ring selfie, it’s time to sit back, enjoy the ‘likes,’ and start planning your big day!

Once you’ve gone through the process of choosing your perfect engagement ring, make sure its protected! Get an INSTANT QUOTE to find out how little it will cost you now!

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