by Marten Cross | Nov 5, 2026 | The Diamond Blog
By Marten Cross, Diamanteer · 5 November 2026 Quick answer: De Beers has paused Venetia, South Africa’s biggest diamond mine, and expects no more South African production in 2026. De Beers itself is up for sale. Large, top-quality natural diamonds are now in...
by Marten Cross | Oct 28, 2026 | The Diamond Blog
By Marten Cross, Diamanteer Quick answer: In our Cape Town stock on 26 October 2026, a natural diamond (stone only, VAT included) had a median price of about R6,250 at 0.5ct, R13,650 at 0.7ct and R45,800 at 1ct. Add about R16,000 for a platinum setting, R14,200 for...
by Marten Cross | Oct 19, 2026 | The Diamond Blog
By Marten Ramon Cross, The Diamond Shoppe Quick answer: Planning a December proposal in Cape Town? Order a custom engagement ring by mid-November to be safe, because a custom ring typically takes 4–6 weeks and our workshop closes on 15 December. Late? Choose a natural...
by Marten Cross | Oct 8, 2026 | The Diamond Blog
By Marten Ramon Cross, The Diamond Shoppe The short answer If you are buying a natural diamond in South Africa for an engagement ring, a trade-up, or something you may insure or hand down — stick with GIA. IGI is well known here mainly because most lab-grown diamonds...
by Kevin | Sep 22, 2026 | Uncategorized
By Marten Ramon Cross, The Diamond Shoppe The short answer In South Africa right now, a 1 carat lab-grown diamond sells for roughly R5,500 to R15,000, while a comparable 1 carat natural diamond sells for R50,000 to R70,000 factory-direct — or R100,000 and up at a...
by Angie | May 20, 2026 | The Diamond Blog
Short answer? Yes, but let’s not leave it at that. Because when it comes to diamonds, “ethical” is one of the most overused and leastunderstood words in the industry.And if you’re investing in something as meaningful as a diamond, a vague answer simplydoesn’t cut it....
by Angie | Oct 16, 2025 | The Diamond Blog
Need to know The Everlasting Value of Gold — Why It’s Still the World’s Most Powerful Metal Shop our diamonds and jewellery pieces About Discover why gold remains the world’s most valuable metal and how The Diamond Shoppe offers fair, transparent cash-for-gold...
by Angie | Sep 18, 2025 | The Diamond Blog
Need to know Your ultimate Engagement ring Guide Shop Natural loose diamonds About So, you’ve found the one! The person you want to spend forever with. You’re ready to make one of your life’s biggest and most exciting purchases: the engagement ring. But here’s...
by Angie | Sep 1, 2025 | The Diamond Blog
Need to know Gold, Diamonds & Engagement Rings: 10 Years of Change (and How to Shop Smart in 2025) Shop Natural loose diamonds About Shopping for an engagement ring has always been a big deal. It’s emotional, personal, and let’s be honest, a little nerve-wracking. But...
by Angie | Aug 15, 2025 | The Diamond Blog
Need to know Men’s Wedding Bands: It’s Your Turn to Shine! Custom Designs at The Diamond Shoppe Shop Mens Wedding Bands About Custom men’s wedding rings designed just for you. Bespoke, unique, and delivered nationwide. Platinum, gold & gemstone bands for every...
