John Pollard - Articles

John Pollard is Director of Consumer Education Whiteflash.com – a company specializing in Diamonds, Diamond Engagement Rings and Custom Jewelry.

The History Of Wedding Bands And Engagement Rings

In 1477 the Archduke Maximilian of Austria gave Mary of Burgundy a diamond ring. He married her the following day. Little did he know his diamond ring tradition would be wildly popular around the globe centuries later. Read

By: John Pollard | 01/11/2006 | Automotive

Diamond Buying: Emotional Experience Or Math Problem?

Professionals in the diamond industry hear warnings about "commoditization" at our trade conventions. We hear the warnings from traditionalists, from sellers and suppliers, from revered industry leaders. Read

By: John Pollard | 15/09/2006 | Careers

What To Look For When Buying A Three-Stone Diamond Ring

The 3-Stone diamond ring. One of the hottest jewelry design trends of the decade. De Beers' hit the jewelry jackpot when it introduced the three-stone ring in the late 1990s. Read

By: John Pollard | 15/09/2006 | Careers

Design Trends: Diamond Engagement Rings

From the grace of halo to the sophistication of micro pave, design trends in diamond engagement rings and wedding band settings are changing, reflecting today's busy lifestyles. Read

By: John Pollard | 15/09/2006 | Careers