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Ever wonder who created Bitcoin? ...We've all heard of it, but do you know who started it?  It's a fascinating story. The inventor of one of the most famous cryptocurrencies, and the one that kickstarted the crypto-craze is shrouded in mystery...and ...

Cigars have long been a go-to indulgence for smokers after a hard day, or something to enjoy with a beverage in a social gathering. Their taste and smell have a unique character to them that has attracted generations, from spicy and savory, to ...

If you have been following the world of cryptocurrency as of late, there is one term popping up more and more, and that is “non-fungible tokens” or “NFTs” for short. Some of the most prominent examples of NFTs are NBA’s digital collectibles, or ...

Elgin pocket watches continue to be extremely popular within the antique and vintage watch market; turning rare and authentic ones into valuable and expensive pieces to own, whether for a watch enthusiast or a collector. The unique timepieces have ...

Over the last year, money has been pumped into the economy at a rate not previously seen in history.  What have the impacts been from that?  Actually, a remarkably interesting phenomenon has been occurring. How many times in your life have you come ...

We are in a new norm and instead of letting uncertainty confound us, we must adapt to protect ourselves financially. In this post we will be sharing some investment observations you might find useful during times of economic uncertainty.   Learning ...

While the emergence of the pandemic has shaken the modern world to its foundation, that's not a cause for pessimism. Investors must learn to keep calm, analyze, and adapt. So what do you do in a time of economic uncertainty?  One thing you might ...

The Irish proverb goes “What whiskey will not cure, there is no cure for.” Whiskey has been a part of our culture whether you are from the Unites States, Canada, Scotland, Ireland, or even Japan. It is a loved drink within all social classes, and ...

Watches are among the very few things that combine luxury, admirable craftsmanship, and technology. To some they might be a daily necessity, for others they might be a sought after piece of jewelry or gadget, but whichever the case, watches can ...

This article has been updated for 2021 Arpège Diamonds is a seller of many types of colored diamonds, but none are more central to the brand than pink diamonds. These stones perfectly capture the beauty and luxury that colored diamonds have to ...

Updated for 2021 How does the value of pink diamonds react to turbulent environments? 2020 was certainly an eventful year to say the least. In times of great change, it's very easy to get lost in everything moving around us.  Routines are gone, ...

This post has been updated for 2021 When it comes to colored diamonds, the biggest determining factor of their value is their rarity. Red is the rarest diamond color in the world. It's so rare in fact, that it is thought that only 30 true gem ...

This article has been updated for 2021 Despite occupying such an influential position within the diamond industry and the investment market, all mines eventually “burn out,” and unfortunately the Argyle mine is no exception. Its resources were ...

This post has been updated for 2021 How many times in your life have you come across a "million-dollar" investment opportunity? Or better yet, when was the last time you saw one emerge?  Were these "safe" opportunities or were they fraught with ...

This post has been updated for 2021 It's been established that we are in a "new norm," and instead of letting uncertainty confound us, we must be proactive and safeguard our wealth from the turbulence. That might just be easier than you think ...

This post has been updated for 2021 Natural green diamonds are among the rarest colored diamonds in the world. In fact, only few true investment grade green diamonds have ever been discovered, Those which made their way to the auction block not only ...

In July, the colored diamond market once again demonstrated how well it performs during periods of economic uncertainty! The month held two large auctions by Christie’s and Sotheby’s respectively, and not only did the results greatly exceed ...

One of the first lessons we learn as children is that “nothing lasts forever.” The shows we watched, the games we played, the snacks we ate, the toys we had, even our first pets, all taught us that nothing lasts forever.  The "new normal" created by ...

The Coronavirus outbreak has presented governments, business owners, and the rest of us for that matter, with a very significant dilemma...Do we open up the economy but risk the health of the public, or do we keep everything closed and risk the ...

As the world tries to navigate through the pandemic, there is a raging debate occurring between maintaining health and restarting the economy. Hypothetically speaking, even if the global economy were to open “tomorrow,” things could not immediately ...