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This elegant woven knot ring was custom made for this beautiful morganite gemstone. The rose gold compliments the exquisite color of this morganite. The curved gallery and the matching Celtic knots tie this ring together nicely
Fine Jewelry University
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Gold Purity and The Differences Between White and Yellow Gold
… non gold metal. Some plated jewelry has markings that look like real solid gold. For example, a plated piece can be stamped: 14k HGE or 18k GE. HGE means hydrostatic gold electroplating. Plated gold is measured in how many molecules of gold… jewelry has very little gold. You can learn more about gold plating on our FAQ page. Sometimes engagement rings are stamped 14KP. The 14KP is a marking for plum gold which is a true mix of 14 karat gold. Some governments allow 13.5k to be …
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Jewelry Repair FAQ
… is roughly equal to 4/100,000 or 0.00004 inches. Gold plated jewelry is often indicated with a “GP” marking stamped somewhere on the piece. Heavy Gold Electroplating is gold plating with a minimum thickness of 2.5 microns. Look for an “HGE…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Tsavorite Garnet
The discovery of Tsavorite in East Africa in the 1960s changed the jewelry world. Here was a gem with the color to rival the most exquisite emeralds and the clarity of the cleanest sapphires, all with the time tested durability of garnet. Tsavorite is a unique form of garnet with a stunningly vivid green color. It is bright and lively with a high refractive index giving …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Aquamarine
…is named the Dom Pedro and is an astounding 10,363 carats. It measures 14 inches long and is currently on display in the Smithsonian. Another famous aquamarine is the incredible stone housed in Queen Elizabeth’s tiara. Her tiara is an exquisite piece of platinum jewelry that has evolved several times over the years. Having larger stones swapped in and exchanging her pendant for the center stone in the tiara. The tiara is one of only a few items of jewelry that the late queen…
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How to Spot Fake Tiffany & Co Jewelry
…amp; Co. jewelry is genuine or not. Look at any solder joints on the piece. Tiffany’s jewelers are excellent craftsman and you should not be able to readily see a seam or crack at the solder joints. For jewelry claiming to be silver (stamped sterling silver or 925), check that the piece is actually sterling silver. Tiffany uses high quality silver while many of the knock-offs are actually plated brass. Check the stamp. Make sure it’s there, it’s spelled correctly, and …
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Pearl Takeover Event Going on Now
…! Right now we have four showcases filled to the brim with nothing but pearl jewelry all priced to move. Hundreds of pieces are available now including: Pearl strands of almost any length Fun, dyed strands in a variety of colors Exquisite, high end strands on sale for $5,000+ (normally over $10,000) Fresh water strands on sale for $50 Pearl rings Pearl studs and hoop earrings Bracelets Black pearls …much more! Did you know that pearls are June’s birthstone? It’s true. So, …
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Cash for Gold vs. Cash for Jewelry
…. Cash for Jewelry, on the other hand, only starts with the metal value (i.e. the gold, silver, or platinum), and then looks at the jewelry as a piece of fashion. Estate jewelry can be worth many times the gold value because of its exquisite design or history. The next step is to evaluate the gems that are set in the jewelry. Cash for Gold companies just pay for the gold , not the gems or diamonds. Over the 2 decades I’ve spent buying jewelry form the public, I have heard …
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Why Would a Gemologist Pay Less for Your Jewelry?
… bid more than the jewelry is worth. Sometimes they buy moissanite for the same price as diamond because moissanite can trick most diamond testers. Sometimes they buy jewelry that isn’t gold at gold prices because it is (wrongly) stamped 14k. In these cases, knowledge makes the professional gemologist jewelry buyer offer less for an item. But, in most cases, our ability to recognize the true value of a piece allows us to offer more money for it. When a Deal Doesn’t Feel …
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How Much is My Jewelry Worth?
…workmanship + style Of course, this isn’t an exact science, and other factors can influence the resale value as well. For example, two identical diamond solitaire engagement rings can have vastly different resale values, if one is stamped “Tiffany” and the other is not. Appraised Value or Replacement Cost Appraised value is the most confusing value partly because, on the surface, it seems to be the simplest. Most people are aware of jewelry appraised value. But, the key to…
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Double Halo Engagement Ring
Stunning double cushion halo design. Exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail. Your choice of center diamond allows you to save thousands.
