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The Truth About Synthetic Gems
… intimidating subjects for new comers to the jewelry industry is synthetic gems, so I figured I’d start with a quick explanation of the subject. Here’s an excerpt from an article I wrote: Man made gems come in many forms. Every thing … GGG) and the modern diamond simulant moissanite, a man made silicon carbide. In gemology, any material used to look like a gem is called a simulant. So clear glass to rock quartz to GGG to moissanite are all diamond simulants. They …
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Valentine’s Day 2017 Gift Guide
… collection last year as the ideal way to show someone how unique they are. This special line features one-of-a-kind gems like Kunizite, Tsavorite Garnet, Fantasy Cuts, and more hand set in modern, stylish mountings. Only one piece is … 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, …
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The Magic of Jewelry Repair
The best part of any makeover show is the reveal . After all of the hard work and bumps along the way, we finally get to see the finished …. As local jewelry repair experts, we get to experience this great moment everyday. We see jewelry that’s taken all kinds of abuse. Earrings that have been flattened by car tires, engagement rings that have done battle with the garbage…before and after area on our jewelry repair page. There you can see examples of jewelry that came in battered and broken and left shining like new. We hope you enjoy seeing the restorations as much as we do, and if you have a piece …
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How to Organize Your Jewelry
The key to organizing your jewelry is to stop thinking about organizing and start thinking about displaying. Think of your… store. When you get ready for the day, go shopping in your store for the prefect accessories to match your look. If all of your jewelry is piled in a drawer, it will be easy to forget about, and you’ll wind up wearing your favorite … less often. It’s a simple truth: if you see your jewelry, you’ll wear it. So, have fun with it, go crazy, make your own mini-showroom and rediscover all those great pieces in your collection Necklaces Necklaces can be one of the most …
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Jewelry Style Basics
Jewelry basics are like DNA. They are the building blocks but they create a great diversity of looks. Diamonds gemstones, chains, pendants… go a long way in helping you project an image of confidence and individual flair. Developing your own style means “knowing yourself” Jewelry basics can be used with other pieces or as an accent to the main display jewelry. The rule of… you can afford, so you can add matching pieces later. In gold jewelry, such basics should include a gold chain necklace, classic hoop and a link bracelet. Additions could include slide-on pendants or drops to create different looks …
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Engagement Ring Trends for 2024
With 2024 flying by faster than you can scroll through your TikTok feed, it feels like the right time to stop and enjoy some … gold, the symbolism of accent stones, or the natural beauty of organic designs, there’s a trend for everyone in 2024. And, of course, our gemologists are always here to help guide you through all of your choices to find the one that … far. Check them out, and let us know which one is your favorite in the comments below. Yellow Gold Yellow gold is making a big comeback this year. It has this timeless vibe that feels both classic and modern at the same time. Couples …
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Perspective – Is Selling Gold Jewelry on Craigslist Worth it?
We make trade-off decisions every day: “Sleep another 10min and skip breakfast?” “Pay $0.05 more per gallon, or drive …retail prices on Craigslist and other online local classified sites can sometimes get you 10-35% more, but you are likely trading off time, convenience, and, maybe most importantly, safety. A quick Google search for Craigslist crimes …was just trying to get more cash for his gold than the local jewelers were offering him. And, he’s not the only one, KCRA reported over 2 years ago that Northern California in particular is a Craigslist crime hotspot. These hard times …
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Sell Jewelry Through the Mail
Today we are announcing our remote jewelry buying program! Just because our doors our closed doesn’t mean we can’t keep giving you the best price for your jewelry. How Does it Work? Ready to see how much your jewelry is worth? It’s …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 know about it. We’ll let you know if it’s something that we can buy. Mail us the jewelry via the US Post Office (…, CA 95825 Send us a picture of your Driver’s License, signature, and right thumbprint (we can send you an ink pad if needed), and we’ll send you the money via check, PayPal, or Venmo. Our jewelry buying process is different than what …
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Jewelry Appraisals Over 3 Years Old May be Greatly Undervalued
…could be undervalued by 40% or more! This has been a period of big changes in the jewelry field. We are dedicated to keeping up with all the adjustments and keeping our clients protected and informed. P.S. Thanks to Kitco for the
