ALL YOU EVER WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT GLOW OF THE CARIBBEAN

We would like to say thank you for your interest in our exciting fully patented Jewelry line of Natural Colored Gemstones and Diamonds.

A LITTLE BACKGROUND

The project started in our modest small town Jewelry store located in Southern Indiana. The year was 2008 and gold prices had hit an all-time high along with fuel prices. The Jewelry Industry was slumping with the introduction of iPod and Apple brand watch technology was taking the lead over Jewelry as the major gift for the holidays and we knew that we had to do something about it. If we could not find what we were looking for in our Industry, we felt we had the training and know-how to create it. My small team of bench Jewelers and sales associates began looking for something totally different to help us standout, but yet very real and long-term sustainability; We were not interested in gimmicks but something very real. I along with other colleagues in the industry felt that it was an absolute necessity to creating or finding something incredibly new to get our business on the successful path that it had been since I took over my Grandfather’s business back in 1983. So, the search began.

A SIMPLE IDEA THAT LED TO THE CREATION

By the year 2010 we had come up with the idea from when we were young; taking a magnifying glass, turning it on an angle, focusing the light to a convergence point on the ground and creating smoke in leaves or a piece of paper. This simple idea of a magnifying glass became the entire premises of creating our designs. You see, a magnifying glass is simply glass; glass has a very low RI (Refractive Index) Gemstone and Diamonds have a much higher RI, so the question was posed “WHAT IF” we could change the angles of a Gemstone to create a convergence point of light? What would those angles to the gemstone look like? We found out that it was not that much different than that of an old miner cut. Now we knew we had something!

THE DISCOVERY

What we had stumbled on is that the angles to create the same effect of the magnifying glass was VERY SIMILAR TO THAT OF AN OLD EUROPEAN CUT. I had asked my diamond cutter in Tel Aviv to try an experiment with a diamond by cutting it to the angles that we had determined to create the pin point of light on a preset convergence plate below the diamond. In the first attempt it was marginally successful, but successful enough to get everyone “very excited”. …Excited was an understatement, as my Diamond cutter who was very reluctant in the beginning to try such a cut called overjoyed to the point that I could not understand him saying “It worked, It really worked!” I knew with hard work and time we could make it workable to the point that we would be ready for testing with our customers in our retail location. The work began, and after several years of testing the first workable prototype was created. By May of 2013, a long-time customer came in and asked to see me. He handed me a nice check and said “I want the very first Glowing Diamond that you produce.” I told him that I was not ready, but the design should be ready within one year. I had only a vague idea what it was going to cost and he did not care, he simply wanted the first diamond in an engagement ring for his future bride and was willing to wait. Many months later we were ready and the very first design in an engagement ring was complete. My team was happy with the results and our customer received the very first Glow piece that was dubbed the NIGHT GLOW engagement ring. His wife is still wearing her NIGHT GLOW engagement ring today and still talks about the beautiful glow and receives many comments on it.

HOW DOES THE NATURAL GEMSTONE GLOW IN THE DARK?

The natural gemstones glow as a result of the specific cut angles of the gemstone that allow for a correct convergence of concentrated light to hit the Pavilion Plate that is properly set under the gemstone allowing for just the right amount of light to converge and create the proper refraction. Similar to that of focusing a microscope. The Gemstones are so precise in their cut that very few gemstone cutters would consider tackling our stringent production requirements. Since every gemstone is cut by hand. We are very blessed to work with some of the finest gemstone cutters in the world.  THE GEMSTONE GIRDLES ARE POLISHED TO THAT SIMILAR TO THE HUBLE TELESCOPE WITH A TOLERANCE LEVEL OF ONLY +/– 1% margin of error.

WHAT MAKES THE GEMSTONES GLOW?

First, the raw natural gemstones are hand selected by polishing a window into every rough gemstone. Then a trained Gemologist looks at the color density and clarity of the gemstone. We use only the finest ethically sourced gemstones for our cutting factories to cut. These gemstone cutters have been trained by Bill Disinger (who developed the Patented Ocular Brand cuts), they are cut today to our exact specifications. These patented cut gemstones magnify light to a convergence point on the Pavilion Plate which is set at a predetermined position below the gemstone. This Pavilion plate cannot touch the gemstone so there is room for the light to converge allowing for an even glow across the gemstone. The Pavilion Pate is infused with our rare earth Phosphor that is as hard as a rock and will last a life time with proper care. It is the rare earth Phosphor that allows for the storage of UV light during the day and can reflect it back into the gemstone in the dark of the night. It is the pavilion facets (the bottom side of the gemstone) that are specifically designed to let light bounce back up inside the gemstone.

     Our signature Checkerboard top (or Dome) of the natural gemstones allows the light to bounce across the Pavilion Plate helping to create the even and Natural Glow that you see in your Illuminated natural gemstone. We use very specific coloration to optimize the ability to create a perfect bounce of light off the Pavilion Plate. We also use Natural Gemstones that are extremely clean with very few, if any inclusions.

“After all if there are any major inclusions inside the gemstone you will see them in the dark of the night as you gaze into the glowing facets and see the hypnotic dance of light across your gemstone”.

WHAT IS THE PAVILION PLATE?

Over the years many people ask how it works. Now that we have multiple USA Patents and Provisional Patents all over the word (see Patent list at the bottom of this page) we can talk in more detail about the workings of the Patent.  The Pavilion Plate is the name given to the Plate that sits a short distance away but directly under the gemstone. This plate cannot touch the gemstone and is set a specified distance from the bottom of the gemstone. The belly or bottom of the gemstone is called the Pavilion so it was only fitting to call the plate where the convergence of light touches as the Pavilion Plate. This plate is specifically designed of gold or silver. It is highly polished and is embedded with the rare earth material of inert phosphor.

WHAT IS AN INERT RARE EARTH PHOSPHOR?

Rare earth phosphors are one of earth’s natural phenomenon of luminescence. It is rare and it is totally inert which means it cannot hurt you. We only use ethically sourced rare earth Phosphors that have been successfully proven over many years of safe use by other leading brands. You will find the same rare earth Phosphors in Luxury watches and medical equipment with certifications from such international research companies as REACH in the USA or RoHS in Europe. (We have those certificates on file in our corporate office).

HOW DOES THE UV INDEX AFFECT THE GLOW IN MY ILLUMINATED GEMSTONE?

First, let’s understand what a UV Index is and what it is used for. The UV Index stands for Ultraviolet Light and it comes from the sun. It is the same light that causes you to get a tan. The stronger the UV index the faster you tan or get a sun burn. Open up your smart phone and go to the weather app. Scroll down to a specific town toward the bottom of the page and you will see the UV index the number associated with it. The index starts at 0 which is no UV light and is usually late in the evening or dark of the night. The index of 0 could be associated with a very cloudy or a winter day where the angle of the sun is low in the sky. The range to start charging the rare earth phosphors embedded into your Jewelry piece is usually a 3 to 4 index.  Anything above that number is better for your gemstones glow. A good UV index for a strong glow in the dark is 8. The highest UV index was recorded in Cusco Peru with an index reading of 25. If you wear your Jewelry piece in a Suntan bed it might scare you to see how strong it is glowing. Customers have said it looks almost on fire.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE FOR MY ILLUMINATED JEWELRY TO BECOME FULLY CHARGED?

If you are outside in bright light with a strong UV index, it could take about 45 minutes to one hour of full sun light to charge your center natural gemstone. Please keep in mind that everyday weather conditions are different so the natural glow of your center gemstone may be somewhat different.

WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT TO SEE ONCE THE ILLUMINATED JEWELRY IS REMOVED FROM THE SUN LIGHT?

When you come in from outside it takes several seconds to adjust your eyes to the new lighting conditions. These are the photons in your eyes adjusting to the difference in light. The darker a room, the more your pupils dilate and open up; the more the pupils open, the darker the room. In a totally dark area is where you will get the strongest glow effect. If you are taking a walk in the dark, driving your car outside of the city lights, or in a dark movie theater, you will see the subtle glow of your center gemstone. Your gemstone will not be obvious in a well-lighted restaurant or possibly even in a dim room, depending on how strong the UV Index was during the day and how long you were out in the sun. One thing for sure is that if you leave your Jewelry next to your bed at night there will forever be a reminder of that special occasion.

IS THERE ANYTHING I CAN DO TO SHOW OFF MY GLOW IF I HAVE NOT BEEN OUT IN THE SUN?

Yes, the way you can super charge your gemstone faster is to use the Gem-Lite. (Available on this website or from an authorized retail Jeweler). The Gem-Lite is a specifically developed gem instrument that resembles a key chain flash light. Our Gem-Lite emits a high level of UV light in a concentrated manor that will super charge the glow of your gemstone in a few short seconds. Simply hold the Gem-Lite directly on the top surface of the center Gemstone for 3 to 5 seconds and look at the amazing glow with a play of light on the facets with an almost kaleidoscopic dance of glowing light. It’s truly amazing to watch. The Gem-Light requires a single 1.5 volt AAA battery that will last for a long period of time. Your friends will be amazed.

     NOTICE: If you wake up in the middle of the night you might think the glow of your center gemstone has become brighter. We hear this often and it is due to your eyes adjusting to the dark of the night.

HOW LONG WILL THE GLOW LAST IN THE DARK?

The glow could last up to 8 hours in the dark of the night. It all depends on the UV index during the day and how much time you spend outdoors in the sunshine. Even if it is somewhat cloudy during the day your gemstone’s glow may surprise you.

   It is important to keep your center gemstone clean.  It the same as looking through a telescope.  If the lens is not clean, you cannot expect to see much, so please keep your center Gemstone clean. Remember this is a Natural effect and different conditions affect the outcome; however, you will have many years of beautiful glow, night after night, if you keep oils and debris out of your jewelry.