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This custom men’s band features a princess cut black diamond center in a square bezel. Channels of round black diamonds encircling the entire band. The dramatic contrast of …
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A truly unique set, the engagement ring features a rough diamond, not cut to the commonly seen modern round brilliant proportions, surrounded by a … into both the engagement ring and the band are words and symbols of special meaning to the client highlighted in black against the bright yellow finish of the gold
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This charmingly elegant engagement ring features a princess cut center diamond, surrounded by a halo of round brilliants. Additional diamond accents …
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… a trillion cut center diamond. Glittering diamond accents descend down the shank on either side of the halo. This engagement ring beautifully incorporates a note of originality into a timeless design
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This stunning engagement ring design has an oval center diamond, surrounded by round brilliant accent diamonds. The shank branches into a …
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A gorgeous nontraditional halo engagement ring with an emerald cut center diamond, surrounded by round brilliant diamonds. To add a bit of geometric flare, we…
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Black Ceramic Comfort Fit Band
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Black Ceramic Beveled Band
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Textured Black Carbon Fiber Band
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Black Tahitian Pearl and Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring
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Salt and Pepper Marquise Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
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Salt and Pepper Diamond Pear Halo Engagement Ring
$3,295.00
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Balance : Earth Friendly Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Rings
Celebrate What Matters to You Introducing a new line of engagement rings built with you in mind. These original designs are handcrafted in our Sacramento studio using recycled gold …, to the craftsmanship was carefully chosen to give you a ring that you can be proud of. For most of us, the engagement ring is the largest jewelry purchase we will make in our lives. It is a daily symbol of love and commitment, but it can be …’t it be a reflection of who you are? We created the Balance collection to give you a new choice in the sea of engagement rings on the market today, a choice to stand out from the crowd, a choice to make a statement, a choice to find new …
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How Much to Spend on an Engagement Ring
You may have heard the rule of thumb that you should spend three months’ salary on the engagement ring. This could be extreme overkill, or it could be too small to meet the goal of exceeding her expectations. We will… social norm, the diamond and jewelry industry influenced culture to provide guidelines on the amount to spend on an engagement ring. In the 1930s, it started with one months’ salary to buy a diamond engagement ring. By the way, only about 10% …
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Engagement Ring Style Guide
There are many engagement ring styles. While some of those style come in and out of fashion, others are more timeless. Here are some of the … styles. Simple Solitaire The solitaire is probably the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a classic engagement ring. It is probably the most popular ring style across the history of diamond engagement rings. Fun trivia: it is … essence of Solitaire designs but adds a bit of extra sparkle with accents stones. These accents are usually small diamonds which allow the center stone to remain the undisputed focal point. Simple Halo The halo style ring was first …
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Alternative Gemstones for a Non Traditional Engagement Ring
Today, many couples are choosing to express their individuality with unconventional engagement rings. One way to break the mold is to use a gemstone that’s not a Diamond. Let’s explore the pros and cons of a few…. Most alternatives to Diamonds have color which makes stand out from the traditional clear white Diamond. Sapphire Engagement Rings The most common Diamond alternative for engagement rings is Blue Sapphire. The Duchess of Cambridge, Princess … scale. Diamond is a 10, the hardest of any natural gem. Their hardness helps Sapphires and Rubies wear very well in engagement rings. There are also White Sapphires which look similar to diamonds, but they don’t sparkle like diamond. Jessica …
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Presentation Engagement Ring
What is a presentation engagement ring? A presentation engagement ring is simply a solitaire setting with a diamond set in it. The presentation ring …, so you can give your bride-to-be the simple presentation ring and then come back into the store and get the exact engagement ring she wants without any hassle. Here’s how it works: Pick out the diamond. If you know a general shape and size, … for you at no cost. First, this solves the problem of the surprise. You don’t have to ask her what style of engagement ring she likes, or even her ring size (it’s ok if the temporary presentation ring doesn’t fit perfectly). You don’t have to …
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Selling Back Your Engagement Ring
Many times engagement / wedding rings are people’s most expensive jewelry purchase. Liquidating them takes special care to maximize the … company without a specialist gemologist will not yield the best price. A cautionary tale: I had a client take an engagement ring to a jewelry buying events at a local hotel. They offered a fair price for the gold, around $200. But the ring had… more about gold purity and the difference between white gold and platinum ). The second factor that brings value to engagement rings is the diamond . The main diamond in some engagement rings contains over 95% of the value. The value of the …
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Is a Lab Grown Diamond Right for Me?
Picking a diamond for your engagement ring is a big decision. For most of us, buying a diamond is a significant financial undertaking, and we want to get …prices. P. S. If you are considering a lab grown diamond, be sure to checkout Balance , our own collection of unique engagement rings made exclusively … don’t have (anyone remember their refractive indexes from high school physics?). Even more unfortunately, the diamond industry suffers from a lot of misinformation and paranoia both from inside the trade and from outside observers. I have …
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Alternative Metals for Men’s Jewelry
… are some potential cons to wearing a titanium ring that you should consider. Titanium rings can be cut off with a diamond-tip ring cutter, but because of their very high strength, Titanium rings are much more difficult to cut off than other…. Tungsten is rated at about a 9 on the Mohs scale of hardness which is the same as Ruby or Sapphire and just below diamond (which is 10). Like these gems, tungsten is very scratch resistant and will not bend out of shape, but it will break …
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Anatomy of a Ring
…. In fact, like cathedrals, they can even help protect the center stone from damage. If you are shopping for a halo engagement ring, first look for the overall shape of halo that you like (e.g. round, cushion, square, something else), and then … two straight pieces of metal on either side of it (this style is most commonly seen with square or princess cut diamonds). As you may have guessed, all styles of head can wear thin over time and may need to be built up by a jeweler. When …
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Learn Secret Diamond Buying Skills From a Professional Diamond Buyer
One of the most valuable memories in life is the look of your love when she sees that shining diamond ring on her finger for the first time. If there are any magic moments in life, that is one. Nothing expresses love …. This rare natural stone’s history and lore of romance makes all who receive one the center of their universe. A diamond‘s beauty energizes the whole person with a light show unique in the gem world. Diamonds are unique, just like the love …, but unlike love we must put a value on a diamond. Understanding the 4 C’s of Diamonds The value factors of a diamond are like anything else, supply and demand, but when you can carry a million dollars worth in your pocket the standards to …
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What to Do When Your Ring Irritates Your Skin
Nothing is more frustrating than being unable to wear your engagement ring or other jewelry because it irritates your skin. Don’t worry. There are many options you have when faced with …try a new design. We do custom jewelry design , and one of our favorite projects is to take the raw materials (gold, diamonds, gemstones, etc.) from a client’s existing ring and use them to make a new and exciting creation. We can reuse the … which can begin hours or even days after contact and may last for several weeks. Some people’s skin even turns black or green when they wear certain jewelry. One of the most common metal allergies is Nickel which is added to pure gold in …
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The History of Diamond Cuts
… a lot of experience to get the job done right. The point cut diamond is likely where the tradition of the diamond engagement ring began. Mary of Burgundy became the first to receive a diamond engagement ring. Archduke Maximilian of Austria …or hearts the way the modern round brilliant has. It has been and remains the most frequently chosen diamond cut for engagement rings and other jewelry. We hope you have enjoyed this exploration of diamond history. What’s your favorite old …
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Lab Grown Diamonds
… methods of producing diamonds matured to where gem quality stones can be produced in large sizes. Lab grown diamond engagement rings Today, we are excited to introduce our brand new line of lab grown diamond engagement rings: Balance. These … . Want a lab grown diamond, but the Balance ring design isn’t your style? No problem. We have a huge selection of engagement rings in every style, and we can supply and set a lab grown diamond in any of them for you. Just come by the shop or …
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The Great Diamond Liquidation
…if you have the perfect diamond, you need the perfect ring. We have you covered there too with a great selection of engagement rings that let you pick your own center diamond. Here are a few great engagement rings we have on sale now. You can …If you were waiting for the opportune moment to buy a diamond, this is it . We are liquidating a huge number of diamonds in preparation for our upcoming showroom remodel. That … up to 75% off of retail . This is by far, our biggest diamond sale ever. Check out some of the great deals on loose diamonds we have available online right now (even more deals are available in store): Browse all loose diamonds › Of course…
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Fancy Color Diamonds
When we think of diamonds, we often imagine brilliantly white gemstones. But every so often, a diamond will come out of the ground in vivid …of the total number of rough diamonds that are mined. Because of this, they are often far more expensive than normal diamonds. The range of colors in hue and intensity takes most people by surprise. The intensity of color in fancy color …, Light, Fancy Light, Fancy, Fancy Intense, Fancy Vivid, Fancy Dark, and Fancy Deep. The value of any fancy color diamond is determined by its rarity, hue, intensity of color, size, clarity, and cut. Here’s a quick run down of the main fancy…
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Finding the Perfect Engagement Ring Style
The engagement ring expresses a loving commitment to the most important person in your life. So, discovering the perfect engagement… be very rewarding. Here’s a quick rundown of some of the stylistic choices you have when you’re looking for an engagement ring. Designer Simon G has been creating amazing diamond engagement rings for some time now. The Simon G team keeps … to last and amaze. Arden Jewelers is an authorized Simon G dealer. We are happy to offer this high-end, preeminent engagement brand to our clients. Come check out our selection of Simon G designs in person, and feel the quality. Simple and …
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Today’s Top Engagement Ring Trends
… it . If you’re still here, keep going to see some of today’s hottest style trends for inspiration. Vintage Halo Engagement Rings The halo design, which features a center diamond surrounded by smaller accent diamonds, has become a modern … a subtle, tasteful change to a classic design can create something entirely new and exciting. Open and Woven Shank Engagement Rings First we need a bit of terminology. The part of the ring that wraps around your finger and leads up to the …
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Engagement Ring Trends for 2024
… how warm and elegant it looks whether it’s paired with a traditional diamond or something more colorful. Yellow engagement rings were the “gold” standard in the 1960s-1980s. Since then, white gold has been much more popular until recently. As … ring symbolizes the past, present, and future of the relationship which gives this design extra meaning. Natural Engagement Rings And finally, there’s a growing interest in rings that have a natural, organic design to them. Think intricate …
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Art Deco vs Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
In this video we show you the key differences between Art Deco and Art Nouveau jewelry (specifically focusing on engagement rings). You’ll learn about the key features and design ideas that typified each movement and how those concepts were… as well as in the incorporation of specific design elements like vines, insects, and the human form. Art Nouveau engagement rings often feature Old Mine Cut diamonds which were a big improvement over the diamond cuts that came before them. Art…
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How to Check if Your Diamond is Loose
The worst day of owning a ring comes when you look down and you notice that your diamond is missing. One of the best ways to prevent this is to regularly check if your ring has any loose stones. In this …pen cap to gently prod each gemstone looking for a small amount of movement. If you do find a loose gemstone in your ring, we recommend you stop wearing it immediately and bring it in so one of our jewelers can check it for you. Most of …metal holding it has worn away. In these cases more work (like retipping ) will be needed to secure the stone in the ring again
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News 10 Falling Diamond Prices Interview
… like Arden Jewelers who can quickly react to changes in the diamond market, customers can save on their diamond engagement ring and general diamond jewelry purchases. Thanks to Dina Kupfer for thinking of us for this storyA reporter for News 10’s morning news show contacted Arden Jewelers to get the inside story on decreasing diamond prices just in time for Valentine’s Day 2015. Our gemologist, Dan, was able to explain some of the reasons for the …
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Cathedral Ring Mountings
The cathedral mounting is one of the many choices you have when you’re looking for the perfect engagement ring. It has many variations and its own set of pros and cons. Knowing more about this unique style can help you …
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Ring Cam – Capture Your Proposal on Video
Ring Cam is an exciting new technology that allows you to capture your proposal on HD video. It’s a camera with a wide …
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Fox 40 Ring Cam Interview
The Ring Cam is a special engagement ring box that has a hidden camera. You can use it to capture your proposal on video to cherish for years to come. …this, they sent a reporter to our shop to get the inside story. A big thanks goes out to Eddie and Shandretta for sharing their proposal video and for being there for the interview. It was great to be able to relive that moment with them…
Gemstones (Show All Gemstones)
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Diamond, 0.73 cts. (#20263)
$3,050.00- Shape:
- Radiant Cut
- Color:
- F
- Clarity:
- VS2
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 6.36 × 4.68 × 3.10mm
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Diamond, 1.01 cts. (#20244)
$8,600.00- Shape:
- Round Brilliant
- Color:
- F
- Clarity:
- VS2
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 5.95 × 5.94 × 4.07mm
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Diamond, 1.01 cts. (#20267)
$7,270.00- Shape:
- Cushion Cut
- Color:
- G
- Clarity:
- VVS1
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 5.74 × 5.36 × 3.87mm
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Diamond, 0.70 cts. (#20302)
$2,195.00- Shape:
- Radiant Cut
- Color:
- G
- Clarity:
- SI2
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 5.46 × 5.05 × 3.32mm
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Diamond, 1.52 cts. (#20297)
$8,700.00- Shape:
- Old Mine Cut
- Color:
- L
- Clarity:
- VS2
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 7.07 × 7.32 × 4.75mm
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Diamond, 0.72 cts. (#20321)
$2,635.00- Shape:
- Heart Cut
- Color:
- D
- Clarity:
- SI1
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 6.00 × 5.90 × 3.57mm
