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New Indie Designer: Jen Lesea Designs
… aesthetic that blends the natural with the abstract in unexpected ways. When we first came across Jen Lesea Designs, the whole team here agreed that we wanted to feature her jewelry in our store. You can’t find this kind of daring, cutting edge design in the big chain jewelry stores. And, that’s one of the things that we love about being an independent jeweler. When you shop here, we are able to give you a totally unique experience with styles and designs that you can…
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Welcome to Our New Website
… base of informational articles, FAQs, and fun facts about jewelry, diamonds, gold, platinum, and more. Online Jewelry Shop – Find excellent deals on diamond engagement rings, unique jewelry gifts, vintage and estate pieces, and cutting edge designers. Selling Jewelry – Learn how our professional jewelry buyers can pay you more for your unwanted gold, diamonds, and jewelry, even if it’s broken. There’s also some great new resources for you to explore. The Engagement …
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Sell Jewelry Through the Mail
… for your jewelry, text or email us some pictures today. Is Now the Time to Sell? We know that with the recent job cuts and business closures there are many out there who are struggling to make ends meet. A small silver lining is that … the best price for your jewelry. How Does it Work? Ready to see how much your jewelry is worth? It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3: Send us a text (916-481-8006) or email with a couple pictures of the jewelry you want to sell and any details you…
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Lab Grown Diamonds
…your engagement ring? Let’s consider some of the reasons why you might want to: Lab grown diamonds have much less environmental impact than diamond mining They cost around 30-35% less than comparable natural diamonds You can be on the cutting edge of a new and exciting trend in the jewelry industry Read more in our in-depth article on the pros and cons of lab grown diamonds . You will get a balanced perspective on why you might want to choose a lab grown diamond and …
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Why Would a Gemologist Pay Less for Your Jewelry?
…of this happened a few years ago. A local jeweler who also buys from the general public had a large diamond (about 3 carats) come in his door. He was very excited to buy the gem and came to us that same day to get an appraisal. I had … evaluated the same diamond early that day and offered half as much. I asked the jeweler if he noticed the color and cut of the diamond, and he said: “Yes, it is an excellent cut and fine color like an H.” In reality, the diamond was a P…
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Jewelry Style Basics
…jewelry that looks best on you. A smaller, petite woman would be better served with necklace lengths that fall below the breast but above the waist to elongate her figure. Meanwhile, a tall, thin woman may want to select a choker that cuts the line of the neck and de-emphasizes her height. And a full-figured woman should stay away from jewelry that’s too small or delicate. Equally important to style are face shapes. Oval, round, rectangular and heart-shaped are the …
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Finding the Perfect Engagement Ring Style
… than any other diamond cut. The Princess cut is next in popularity at the moment followed by the Cushion, Oval, Emerald, Radiant, Pear, Heart, and Marquise cut diamonds. Vintage Vintage inspired engagement rings have a creative flair that …
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3 Things You Might Not Know About Jewelry Repair
… on our jewelry takes more of a toll than we think. Also, not all gemstones are as hard as diamonds. Gems like opal, emerald, pearls, and more are actually very “soft” on the hardness scale. This means that they are susceptible to small … of tools. Gemstones are rocks which we think of as hard and unbreakable. Diamonds are used in industrial tools to cut through even the toughest materials. So, why would something made from such strong substances need regular maintenance…
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How Much is My Jewelry Worth?
…: intrinsic value = metal value + gem value The metal (gold, silver, platinum, etc.) and gems (diamonds, sapphires, emeralds, etc.) are valued as raw materials based on current market rates. So, gold jewelry value, in this context, is …, and scrap value. Let’s look at an example. Assume a ring is made out of 5 grams of 14k gold and it has a 0.25 carat diamond. It has a gold value, of approximately $121 when gold is $1,300 per ounce, and a diamond value of roughly $250. …
