The Victoria Diamonds Journal
A little knowledge.
A more personal choice.
Thoughtful guides to choosing, understanding and caring for your jewellery.
Buying guide
How to choose a diamond tennis necklace
Compare tennis necklace lengths, stone sizes, total carat weight and clasps. A practical guide to choosing a comfortable diamond necklace.
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Buying guide
How to choose a diamond tennis bracelet
Understand diamond tennis bracelet fit, carat per stone, total weight, settings and clasp security before choosing your bracelet.
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Gifting guide
Diamond gifts for weddings, anniversaries and birthdays
Choose a thoughtful diamond gift for a wedding, anniversary or birthday, with practical advice on personal style, sizing and everyday care.
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Metal guide
Yellow gold or white gold: colour, care and choosing well
Compare yellow and white gold, alloy colour, rhodium finishes and care. Find a metal choice that suits your jewellery and everyday routine.
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Diamond knowledge
Choosing a diamond shape: outline, sparkle and setting
Compare round, oval, pear, marquise, emerald, cushion and other diamond shapes, with advice on proportions, setting protection and personal style.
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Metal guide
9K, 14K, 18K or 22K gold: how to choose
Understand gold purity, UK fineness marks and the differences between 9K, 14K, 18K and 22K jewellery before choosing your metal.
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Diamond knowledge
Natural vs lab-grown diamonds: which should you choose?
Compare natural and lab-grown diamonds, understand what origin means, and discover the questions to ask before choosing your jewellery.
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Jewellery care
How to care for diamond jewellery at home
Learn how to clean and store diamond jewellery, protect its setting, and recognise when your ring, bracelet or necklace needs professional care.
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Buying guide
Choosing diamond carat size: a guide to weight, scale and everyday wear
Understand diamond carat weight, centre stone versus total weight, and per-pair earring specifications before customising your jewellery.
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