MAGDOR · THE DETAILS

The Art of Jewellery

Discover the stones, shapes and details that define a jewel.

01

A shape. A character.

Begin with the silhouette that draws your eye. Shape describes the outline; cut describes how a stone is faceted and finished. Illustrations show representative shapes; proportions and faceting vary from stone to stone.

Round diamond illustration

Round

A circular silhouette with lively, all-over sparkle.

Oval diamond illustration

Oval

Soft curves and an elongated outline.

Emerald diamond illustration

Emerald

Clean, clipped corners and long, stepped facets.

Pear diamond illustration

Pear

A rounded end that tapers to a single point.

Marquise diamond illustration

Marquise

An elongated silhouette with two pointed ends.

Cushion diamond illustration

Cushion

A square or rectangle softened by rounded corners.

Princess diamond illustration

Princess

A geometric outline with sharp, square corners.

Radiant diamond illustration

Radiant

Clipped corners paired with brilliant-style faceting.

02

Understanding diamonds

Natural & laboratory-grown

Natural diamonds form in the earth. Laboratory-grown diamonds have essentially the same chemical, physical and optical properties, with a different origin. Moissanite and cubic zirconia are different materials.

The Four C's

Cut
Proportions, symmetry and polish influence how a diamond interacts with light. Cut quality is different from its outline or shape.

Colour
For diamonds on the D-to-Z scale, colour grading considers the absence of colour. Fancy-colour diamonds are assessed differently.

Clarity
The size, number, position and nature of internal inclusions and surface blemishes contribute to clarity.

Carat
Carat measures weight, not dimensions. One carat equals 0.2 grams; two diamonds of the same weight can look different in size.

03

A world of colour

Sapphire — illustration

Sapphire

Known for blue, sapphire also appears in a broad palette of other colours.

Ruby — illustration

Ruby

The red variety of corundum, the same mineral family as sapphire.

Emerald — illustration

Emerald

Celebrated for green tones and a character that varies from stone to stone.

Pearl — illustration

Pearl

Chosen for lustre, surface and shape, with a softer glow than a faceted stone.

Semi-Precious Stones

Diamond, ruby, sapphire and emerald are traditionally called precious stones; gems such as topaz, garnet, amethyst and citrine are often called semi-precious. These historical names describe categories, not quality.

Topaz — illustration

Topaz

A varied palette, from clear sky blues to warm golden hues.

Garnet — illustration

Garnet

Known for deep reds, this gemstone family also includes vivid greens and warm oranges.

Amethyst — illustration

Amethyst

The purple variety of quartz, with shades ranging from soft lilac to rich violet.

Citrine — illustration

Citrine

A golden variety of quartz, ranging from pale yellow to warm amber tones.

04

The setting makes a difference

Solitaire — illustration

Solitaire

A design centred on one principal stone. It can use claws or a bezel.

Claw setting — illustration

Claw setting

Small metal claws hold the stone, leaving much of it visible.

Bezel setting — illustration

Bezel setting

A rim of metal surrounds the stone for a defined, continuous outline.

Pavé — illustration

Pavé

Small stones set close together create a surface of sparkle.

Halo — illustration

Halo

A border of smaller stones frames the centre stone.

Shared prong — illustration

Shared prong

Neighbouring stones share supporting metal claws, creating a closely spaced line of stones.

05

The warmth of metal

Champagne

A softer visual expression of yellow gold, with a gentle, understated warmth. The name describes a colour preference, not a different gold purity or alloy specification.

White Gold

A pale gold alloy commonly plated with rhodium, a separate element in the platinum group. Rhodium gives a bright white finish and a corrosion-resistant surface. The finish used on a particular piece should be confirmed individually.

Rose Gold

A pink-toned gold alloy whose colour comes largely from copper.

Platinum

Naturally white, platinum brings a luminous finish and a substantial feel. Its strength and durability make it a beautiful choice for jewellery designed to be treasured.

06

Caring for your Jewellery

Before you wear it

Apply perfume and cosmetics first and let them dry. Check clasps and settings; if a stone moves or a claw catches, set the piece aside and ask us to inspect it.

During the day

Remove jewellery before swimming, sport and household work. Avoid impacts, cleaning chemicals and sudden temperature changes.

After wearing

Gently wipe with a clean, soft cloth. Store pieces separately in soft compartments so stones and metal do not rub against one another.

Cleaning with care

The right method depends on the gem, its treatments and its setting. Ask us before using cleaning solutions, steam or ultrasonic equipment, especially for pearls, emeralds and treated stones.

Regular attention

Have clasps, settings and pearl threads checked periodically. If a piece is damaged, stop wearing it until it has been assessed.