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Lab-Grown Diamonds vs. Natural Diamonds: Understanding the Difference for your Purchase
Lab-Grown Diamonds vs. Natural Diamonds: Understanding the Difference for your Purchase

What is the difference between lab-grown diamonds and natural diamonds? The main difference is their origin. Lab-grown diamonds are created in a controlled laboratory environment in a matter of weeks, while natural diamonds form deep within the earth under extreme heat and pressure over millions of years. These differences in origin, along with the 4Cs of diamond grading, contribute to differences in price. Ultimately, the choice comes down to the diamond and story that are right for you.

Reimagining Inherited Jewelry: How One Family's Diamonds Found New Life
Reimagining Inherited Jewelry: How One Family's Diamonds Found New Life

When Cindy inherited her mother's and great aunt's jewelry, she treasured the memories but rarely wore the pieces. Through Kimball's custom design process, her family's diamonds were transformed into a bracelet she wears every day—preserving generations of love while creating a new heirloom for the future.

The Art of Italian Gold, Chosen by Kimball’s
The Art of Italian Gold, Chosen by Kimball’s

Discover the art of Italian gold through the pieces our Kimball’s expert stylists are drawn to this fall fashion season. From intricate bracelets to refined everyday necklaces, each selection reflects the craftsmanship, detail, and individuality that make Italian gold so distinctive.

A Spectrum of Sapphire: September’s Birthstone in Color
A Spectrum of Sapphire: September’s Birthstone in Color

Known for back-to-school, transition into fall, and the first hint of coolness in the air, September is the season of new beginnings. The variety of September’s birthstone, sapphire, is the perfect match for all the beauty this new season brings. Explore the spectrum of color in this Legacy of Love blog.

A split-screen graphic showing a quartz watch ticking hand vs a sweeping mechanical seconds hand to illustrate watch mechanism differences.
Watch Mechanism Differences: How the Heart of Your Timepiece Actually Works

There is something satisfying about a great watch. It might mark a promotion, a graduation, a retirement, or a personal...

A luxury watch with its case back opened to reveal the gold rotor and movement alongside an eye loupe and tweezers on a watchmaker's tray.
How Is a Watch Service Done? A Look Inside the Process with Kimball's

Learn how a professional watch service works, from inspection and cleaning to movement repair, lubrication, timing, and water-resistance testing. Discover how often to service a mechanical or quartz watch, signs your watch may need attention, and how Kimball’s Jewelers helps East Tennessee customers care for their timepieces.

Lab-Grown Diamonds vs. Natural Diamonds: Understanding the Difference for your Purchase
Lab-Grown Diamonds vs. Natural Diamonds: Understanding the Difference for your Purchase

What is the difference between lab-grown diamonds and natural diamonds? The main difference is their origin. Lab-grown diamonds are created in a controlled laboratory environment in a matter of weeks, while natural diamonds form deep within the earth under extreme heat and pressure over millions of years. These differences in origin, along with the 4Cs of diamond grading, contribute to differences in price. Ultimately, the choice comes down to the diamond and story that are right for you.

Reimagining Inherited Jewelry: How One Family's Diamonds Found New Life
Reimagining Inherited Jewelry: How One Family's Diamonds Found New Life

When Cindy inherited her mother's and great aunt's jewelry, she treasured the memories but rarely wore the pieces. Through Kimball's custom design process, her family's diamonds were transformed into a bracelet she wears every day—preserving generations of love while creating a new heirloom for the future.

The Art of Italian Gold, Chosen by Kimball’s
The Art of Italian Gold, Chosen by Kimball’s

Discover the art of Italian gold through the pieces our Kimball’s expert stylists are drawn to this fall fashion season. From intricate bracelets to refined everyday necklaces, each selection reflects the craftsmanship, detail, and individuality that make Italian gold so distinctive.

A Spectrum of Sapphire: September’s Birthstone in Color
A Spectrum of Sapphire: September’s Birthstone in Color

Known for back-to-school, transition into fall, and the first hint of coolness in the air, September is the season of new beginnings. The variety of September’s birthstone, sapphire, is the perfect match for all the beauty this new season brings. Explore the spectrum of color in this Legacy of Love blog.

A split-screen graphic showing a quartz watch ticking hand vs a sweeping mechanical seconds hand to illustrate watch mechanism differences.
Watch Mechanism Differences: How the Heart of Your Timepiece Actually Works

There is something satisfying about a great watch. It might mark a promotion, a graduation, a retirement, or a personal...

A luxury watch with its case back opened to reveal the gold rotor and movement alongside an eye loupe and tweezers on a watchmaker's tray.
How Is a Watch Service Done? A Look Inside the Process with Kimball's

Learn how a professional watch service works, from inspection and cleaning to movement repair, lubrication, timing, and water-resistance testing. Discover how often to service a mechanical or quartz watch, signs your watch may need attention, and how Kimball’s Jewelers helps East Tennessee customers care for their timepieces.