Janet Deleuse Blog Archive

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    United States Geological Survey tracks the story of the Russian Crown jewels found in rare book

        Previously undiscovered photo of undocumented Russian Crown Jewels were recently discovered in the USGS library. The photo appear in a 1922 album called “Russian Diamond Fund,” that was uncovered in the rare book room of the library. This necklace was one of the...

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    Famous for our Diamonds

    Who? Jeff Deleuse, Deleuse Jewelers, a family business established in 1945 B.A. Psychology, Graduate Gemologist, & Certified Appraiser  Gemological Institute of America Member of American Gem Trade Association, American Gem Society Why? Jeff Deleuse hand chooses every diamond for Deleuse Jewelers, from the smallest diamond to the...

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    Dazzling prices in Bonhams Fine Jewellery Sale with over £1m for Van Cleef & Arpels brooch

    A stunning pearl, diamond and emerald art deco brooch by the renowned jewellers Van Cleef & Arpels topped Bonhams Fine Jewellery sale, making £1,138,850, yesterday, 6th December 2012. The brooch, which was estimated at £250,000 – 350,000 was among several lots which far exceeded their...

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    Ruby Reds

    Prada 2012/2013 Collection of Valentino Red Dresses on display in Rome, photo credit Alex Deleuse  Rubies have been highly valued and prized throughout history, especially during the rule of the Mughals in the 1500’s. It has been known for many years and the famous gem...

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    Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History to unveil largest aquamarine gem

      The obelisk-shaped Dom Pedro gem. The world’s largest cut aquamarine gem will soon go on display in its new home at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History in Washington. The museum will unveil the obelisk-shaped Dom Pedro gem Thursday for long-term display. The...

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    If it’s a… LAZARE – YOU JUST KNOW

    LAZARE™ Purchase Lazare Diamonds at Deleuse Jewelers  http://www.shopdeleuse.com   Lazare Kaplan believes that diamonds represent something unique and precious, that the finest diamonds are a symbol of the absolute best nature and man can create together. To that end, Lazare does two things: first, it...

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    Pink Diamonds in the Rough

               An enormous 158.2-carat pink diamond – making it one of the largest in the world – was discovered in Russia in September by Alrosa. This stone is only the 32nd largest stone according to experts, but its splendid pink color makes it incredibly exceptional and rare....

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    The Lazare Diamond® At Deleuse Jewelers

        Although the first diamonds were thought to have been discovered around 500BC, and Romans wore the rough crystals as talismans of strength, it was not until the middle ages that faceting of diamonds began.  Due to the hardness of diamonds and the limited ability...

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  • Bertolucci Watch with Diamonds in Steel & 18k Gold

    Bertolucci Watch with Diamonds in Steel & 18k Gold

      Deleuse Jewelers is an authorized dealer for Bertolucci Watches.  Inspired by the Mediterranean Sea, Designed in Italy and Made in Switzerland–Bertolucci Watches are Chic & Unique.. Steel and 18k yellow gold with fine quality diamonds surrounding the beautiful mother of pearl dial, date on...

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    9.26 Carat GIA D/IF Expected to sell for $1 million at Heritage Auction

    DALLAS, TX.- A magnificent 9.26 carat GIA D/IF Type IIa unmounted diamond is expected to bring at least $1 million to lead Heritage Auction’s Dec. 3 Jewelry Signature® Auction. Diamond, Platinum Ring:  The ring features an emerald-cut diamond measuring 16.12 x 10.83 x 7.01 mm...

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