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This is a classic three stone style design with a European style square-bottom shank, a deep red pear cut ruby center stone and round brilliant …
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A stunning three stone cocktail ring in 14k yellow gold. The emerald cut Aquamarine center stone is complimented by two matched Aquamarines…
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This is a truly artistic take on the popular two stone ring concept. Two perfectly matching diamonds are set at an offset on the top of the ring with a gently curved line of sparkling accent diamonds running in between them. A very special ring for a very special person
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Custom jewelry makes anything possible, and this piece is a great example of that. It is a classic two stone ring with a diamond set alongside a blue zircon. These gems are not often seen together, but they make a striking … oval diamond nestles perfectly next to the pear cut zircon. Because of blue zircon’s high index of refraction, both stones sparkle brilliantly and perfectly complement each other. Just as the Toi et Moi (you and me) design symbolizes the …
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We modified this classic three stone ring design to perfectly accommodate our customer’s diamonds. Sometimes custom jewelry is more about tweaking an existing ring design than coming up with something brand new. This ring set with the customer’s diamonds didn’t cost a …
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A custom ring doesn’t have to be big and flashy to be meaningful. This small band features three diamonds in unique settings and a thin band. Understated yet stylish, this ring is easy to wear everyday and looks great with everything.
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What are “Blood Diamonds”?
… and internationally recognized governments, and are used to fund military action in opposition to those governments, or in contravention of the decisions of the Security Council.” These diamonds are sometimes referred to as “blood diamonds.” In July 2000, the global diamond industry made clear to the international community its zero tolerance policy towards conflict diamonds. Dedicated to eradicating the trade in conflict diamonds, it worked closely with the United …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Garnet
… diversity and style. The wide world of garnets invites all to become a garnet fan. Garnet is January’s birth stone. January babies born in the midst of cold, white (valley fog) and at times stark surroundings are rewarded with one of the …. All these powers were said to double for people born in January. The dark red garnet has long been associated with blood. Christian tradition considered the blood-red garnet symbolic of Jesus Christ’s sacrifice. Legend tells that garnet …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Ruby
For much of human history, rubies have been the most prized gemstone. But, what is it about this red gem that has captivated our hearts and minds for so long? Is it ruby’s color? It’s … deeper? Whatever it is, ruby’s impact on humanity is broad and deep, with arguably the richest history of all gemstones. Gemology of Ruby Rubies are in the corundum gem family along with sapphires. Corundum is an extremely durable form of…red spinel. History and Lore of Ruby The first discoveries of ruby date back to 2,500 B.C. They were found alongside stone age tools in historic mines in Mogok, Myanmar. The Bible compares the price of wisdom to the price of rubies and …
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Jewelry Repair FAQ
…. Matching stones takes a discerning eye, attention to detail, extensive gemological training, and years of experience. Of course, some gems are more difficult to match than others. Pearls, opals, and other gems with patterns in them (Blood Stone, Pietersite, etc.) are notoriously difficult to match. With these difficult to match gems, we search through our inventory and our numerous suppliers’ inventories to find the closest candidate, and we are normally able to find …
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Is a Lab Grown Diamond Right for Me?
… diamond in a lab than it does to dig it out of the ground. There is also no need to displace many tons of earth to create a lab grown diamond. You can, with 100% certainty, know the origin of your diamond. The issue of conflict or “Blood” diamonds is very prominent in many consumers’ minds. While the real world issue is not nearly as severe as many people believe it is (over 99.9% of natural diamonds are conflict free, and you can buy verifiable Canadian diamonds of …
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How to Tell If a Diamond Is Natural or Lab Grown
… have imaginative names like DiamondCheck, DiamondSure, and DiamondView. Roughly speaking, these machines work like our DiaTrue. They bombard a diamond with specific types of radiation (nothing harmful to humans) and analyze what the stone outputs. There are certain, tell-tale signs of the various processes used to make lab grown diamonds that show up as spikes and troughs at specific wavelengths in the spectroscopic analysis. With CVD diamonds, the DiamondView machine …
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Diamond Setting Style Comparison
Becoming familiar with popular styles of stone setting can help you decide what you do and don’t like when it comes to engagement rings. It’s a great starting … for your engagement ring now or just getting ideas for the future. The following are some of the most common stone setting styles. 4 Prong Setting It’s not hard to see why this style is persistently popular. Its classic simplicity makes … is similar to the 4 prong setting. However, the 6 prong style has its own distinct look, as well as providing the stone with a bit more security. A 6 prong setting is a wise choice for those who appreciate the prong style, but who have a …
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About Us
… to bring you the newest and best jewelry fashions alongside the traditional jewelry favorites like diamond stud earrings and classic solitaire rings. We have a wide variety of engagement rings, wedding bands, diamonds, colored stones, earrings, pendants, pearls, estate jewelry, antique pieces, and so much more. We offer high high-tech custom jewelry design where our expert jewelry craftsman will literally make your dreams come true by designing the highest quality …
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Rare and Beautiful
… materials. The only common thread is that each of these pieces is unique in it’s own way. These less well-known gemstones create a color display unlike anything you have seen before. Here are just a few of the gems featured in the … Garnet , a truly vibrant green gem found only in a handful of mines in the entire world. This is a gorgeous stone with color to rival the world’s finest emeralds paired with exceptional clarity. Padparadscha Sapphire , this rare shade of …
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Alternative Gemstones for a Non Traditional Engagement Ring
… 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 Diamond alternatives. The alternatives to a Diamond for …, but they don’t sparkle like diamond. Jessica Simpson’s wedding ring is a Ruby with pear-shaped Diamond side stones. Mark Zuckerberg’s wife, Priscilla Chan also has a Ruby engagement ring. Emerald Engagement Rings Oliver Martinez gave his…
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Engagement Ring Style Guide
… to the Solitaire. It stays true to the 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 …
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Legal Information
… local jeweler every six months to a year to ensure their integrity from daily wear. However, because of daily wear, stones may become loose over time and become dislodged. In the unlikely event that this happens, the one year warranty … stone, we will repair the item free of charge, but you are responsible for the shipping fees to and from us. If a stone falls out and you completely lose it, you are responsible for the cost of the new stone to be replaced and the …
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Arden Jewelers Catches Undisclosed Lab Grown Diamond
…. Using our brand new, state-of-the-art lab grown diamond tester was mostly just a matter of procedure as the stones were supposed to be natural. He was completely shocked when the tester flagged one of the two gems as a possible lab grown…like a natural diamond. He ran the test a few more times and even confirmed on our secondary lab diamond tester, the stone was definitely lab grown . Of course, we notified the wholesaler right away who was likely just as much a victim in …
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Meet the Jewelers: Sacramento Indie Jewelry Designers
… collection is called “Birdwatch” and focuses on various whimsical and detailed birds perched on raw crystals, stones, and wood, showcasing polished and intricate metalwork carefully balanced with rougher foundations, just as we see with …’er Chic Bio: My name is Jhon, and I am 58 years old. My father was a jeweler. He taught me how to cut and polish stones before I was ten. In the past, I worked extensively in repair and restoration in jewelry and precious stones in St. …
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Trendy Gifts for Mom
…availability. Also, don’t forget our signature stackable ring design for moms . The rings feature a cushion cut birthstone, so mom can stack one for each of her children to create a personalized and stylish look. Don’t see anything you …
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Lab Grown Diamonds
… some time. But, they have primarily been used in industrial applications (think about that diamond tipped saw blade in your garage). Only recently have the techniques and 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 rings are designed and produced right here in Sacramento, CA. …
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Engagement Ring Trends for 2024
… more engagement rings in yellow gold than any other color. Simple Accented Solitaires The trend of adding accent stones on the sides of the main gem, kind of like the traditional three-stone ring style is not a new trend by any means. … where different shapes like tapered baguettes or triangles are used for the accent diamonds. To many the three stone ring symbolizes the past, present, and future of the relationship which gives this design extra meaning. Natural …
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Valentine’s Day 2017 Gift Guide
…. What better way could there be to say how special someone is to you? You can shop the entire collection on our Etsy shop or in store today. Lastly, we always have great deals on jewelry staples like diamond stud earrings, colored stone rings, pendants, and more. Most of these pieces are available in store only, some come by the shop today to browse our huge (and growing) inventory of jewelry gifts. Walk away with a great piece of jewelry at a price you can afford. So, …
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How to Check if Your Diamond is Loose
… 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 video we’ll show you two easy ways you can tell if your diamond (or other gemstone) is loose at home. Hold… gently tap the bottom of it with the other. Listen for a faint rattling sound. Use a 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 …
