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We love working with you to make a design you’ve imagined into a reality! This special two tone floral ring has a fire opal center stone, with aquamarine and diamond accents along the top half of the shank. The rose gold accent of the …
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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…
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… this unique design. Our jeweler tastefully placed two leaves to overlay and help secure the customer’s damaged opal. Then, that same leaf design was continued onto the ring, around the bezel, and on the sides of the shank. The leaf … by hand one leaf at a time. Custom jewelry is often a labor of love, and that love shows through every aspect of this piece. Watch this ring take shape on our video about how custom jewelry is made
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This gorgeous opal ring has a minimal bezel design, made interesting with the unique by-pass style of the shank. The flashes of color …
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…not cut to the commonly seen modern round brilliant proportions, surrounded by a simple floral pattern in metal. Recessed 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 sleek and modern pendant design showcases a round brilliant center diamond. Two flush set diamonds accent the center, one of which is a black diamond. Created in 14k Star White Gold
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Gem in the Spotlight: Opal
… most common. Typically the higher end opals have a darker body color, and a wide range of colors. Red carries more value and is by far the rarest color that opals can display. Stones with larger patches of color are valued higher than ….5-6. This makes it one of the softest gemstones commonly used in jewelry. For reference, here are the Mohs hardness values for some other gemstones you may know: Diamond 10, Sapphire 9, Amethyst 7, and Peridot 6. Turquoise is about as …
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Alternative Metals for Men’s Jewelry
… a smooth glossy finish. It also can be made in almost any color possible. Ceramic rings are available in stunning black to very creative colors and can be found in a variety of finishes from matte to highly polish. Overall, ceramic … element which begins with a silver color. Zirconium is then heat treated and exposed which oxidizes it to a rich black color. The oxidization layer feels much like a ceramic and is as hard as sapphire. The black color is permanent. It …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Quartz
… shades of pink, typically has a smooth, milky or hazy appearance Smoky Quartz Transparent brown Morion Dark-gray or black crystal quartz Rutilated Quartz Typically colorless and can have black or gold needle inclusions Ametrine Purple and… red with a fire of color Moss Agate Multiple shades of green or brown moss like inclusions in chalcedony Onyx Black, also white and black straight banded agate Jasper Opaque chalcedony, typically red to brown but can be various colors …
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The Birthstones
… Greek word “smaragdos”, meaning green stone. Spring and green symbolized faith and fertility. The early Christians valued the emerald as a symbol of resurrection. Emerald was believed to have special powers to improve a person’s psychic … during sunset. Sapphire symbolized truth, sincerity and tradition. Learn more about Sapphire October’s Birthstone: Opal (Tourmaline) The opal has been described as containing the wonders of the sky’s sparkling rainbows, fireworks, …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Emerald
…Gemology of Emerald Emeralds are a member of the beryl mineral family (along with morganite and aquamarine) and are valued for their rich green color. The intensity of an emerald’s hue depends on the presence of chromium and vanadium in … found. What sets trapiche emeralds apart from other emeralds is their unique growth habit, featuring six black spokes radiating from a hexagonal core. This distinctive pattern is believed to form due to interruptions in the crystal growth…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Blue Zircon
…in jewelry to mimic diamond. Why? Natural zircon is known for its scintillation, brilliance, and flashes of color or fire just like diamond. Zircon also is known for its variety of colors. Blue zircon is the most popular color. But, …, orange, brown, green, champagne, golden, saffron, and colorless. Zircon colors are pure and have that distinctive fire that sets it apart from other gems. The Gemology of Zircon Why does zircon have so much more fire then other colored …
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Jewelry Holiday Gift Guide 2017
…at fantastic discounts (starting at $37 on sale). Opal Jewelry These dazzling pieces feature gorgeous Australian and black opals set in stylish rings and pendants. No gem puts on a light show like opal and these pieces will definitely not …It’s time once again for our holiday gift guide. Each year we like to use this space to highlight a different collection or style of jewelry gift. In the past, we have featured exciting deals and over-the-top gift ideas. This year, …
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Fancy Color Diamonds
… terms: Faint, Very Light, 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… be more intense then a Z colorless diamond. The yellow should be a pure yellow not mixed with brown to be a higher valued diamond. Pink Pink diamonds are amazing. Not because of the deep rich color, but because they are so understated. …
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Welcome to the New Arden Jewelers
… this year at incredible prices. Select opal jewelry . These dazzling pieces feature gorgeous Australian and black opals set in stylish rings and pendants. The Rare and Beautiful collection of one-of-a-kind pieces handmade with uncommon … approaching, we’re going a step further. We’re offering an additional 30% off on top of the discounted price on select items from now until December 25th! This includes: Rose gold and morganite jewelry . The combination of soft pink …
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Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas 2021
…can’t go wrong giving her that light blue box. We’re also highlighting another jewelry staple: stud earrings. A sure fire gift idea, studs go with anything, and we have a huge variety to choose from (all on sale for Valentine’s Day). In … place, and a year of uncertainty, she deserves a nice Valentine’s Day gift. This year we are featuring a great collection of in-stock, last minute gift ideas for all the procrastinators out there (you know who you are). Save up to 50% …
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Diamond Selection – 4C’s and an F
… foggy or waxy as some people describe it. Most people don’t want a hazy looking diamond that loses some of its fire in the sunlight. The good news about fluorescence is that sometimes it can actually improve the appearance of diamonds by… the 4C’s, and then you have to try to judge if diamond certifications are accurate. So, adding one more aspect to the decision making process is too much for some people. But then, here comes fluorescence. The natural response is to …
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3 Things You Might Not Know About Jewelry Repair
…we put 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 … amount of heat before it is damaged. This isn’t the case with all gemstones, however. More fragile gems like opal, pearls, amethyst, topaz, and many others are easily damaged if exposed to excess heat. What does this have to do with …
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Twinkle Lights
… 25 years. We know that we can help you find a gift that is not only beautiful, but also well made and an incredible value. But, don’t take our word for it, read some of our testimonials and see what our customers have to say. Exceptional …Twinkle Lights This stunning collection features high quality opal rings and pendants set in 14k and 18k gold. Opal is like no other gemstone, and these pieces all put on a unique … gift, so if she doesn’t love it, just send it back within 30 days for a full refund or exchange if you prefer.* Selection You want to make sure you find the perfect gift for her. That’s why we have a huge selection of gifts to fit …
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Alternative Gemstones for a Non Traditional Engagement Ring
… gemstone for your engagement ring, you can look into colored Diamonds. Blue, pink, red, yellow, brown, green and black are the most popular colors of Diamonds. Some colored Diamonds are priced much less than the traditional clear Diamond…, and should be suitable for daily wear. Stones that are 7 or softer like Aquamarine, Amethyst, Peridot, Pearl, and Opal will have difficulty standing the test of time. These softer stones will tend to look worn and abraded over time. …
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The History of the Engagement Ring
… wedding day. A poem, in an illuminated manuscript, documented the ceremony: “Two torches in one ring of burning fire two wills, two hearts, two passions, all bonded in marriage by a diamond.” The fire in the diamond was likened to the … symbol of love. The fourth finger of the left hand has symbolism of its own. Ancient peoples believed it to be connected directly to the heart by the “Vena amoris,” which translates to “Vein of Love.” The first recorded uses of a …
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Jewelry Appraisals
… chose what’s best for your needs. The most common appraisal is the Insurance Appraisal which focuses on replacement value. You can learn about the different types of appraisals here. Insurance Appraisal An Insurance appraisal is desirous …, and jewelry mountings in like manufacture and degree of craftsmanship but in brand new condition. Such costs or values are estimates of the averaged current market prices at which the appraised items may be purchased in the average fine …
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Double Halo Engagement Ring
…diamonds than you can imagine. We use that knowledge to search our suppliers’ inventories and our own to find hidden values that others would miss. This can save you thousands and help you end up with a more beautiful diamond than you … takes the halo concept to a whole new level. With two cushion shaped halos surrounding the round diamond, the effect is doubled. This setting has a huge look that’s sure to grab attention. The quality of the design and craftsmanship is…
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Rare and Beautiful
… occasions. Blue Zircon , one of December’s birthstones, but much less well-known than Blue Topaz. This gem has more fire and sparkle than almost any other colored gem. Custom Fantasy Cuts , these gems are cut by hand in totally unique …Be One of a Kind Introducing the Rare and Beautiful collection. This unique line of handmade jewelry features uncommon gems in modern, stylish mountings. Only one piece in each…style will be made to launch the collection, and most pieces cannot be duplicated. We made this limited edition collection to celebrate individuality. When you give a Rare & Beautiful piece to someone you are saying that they are …
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… many times or if the jewelry is left in the solution for too long, it can actually oxidize the silver, turning it black. The cleaning solution won’t be able to remove this discoloration. If that happens to you, don’t worry, you can always…the oxidization for you. Ultrasonic Cleaners We use ultrasonic cleaners everyday at our shop because they are so effective at cleaning jewelry. We also offer an at home version that you can use. These devices are filled with a cleaning …
