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Measuring Gold Weight
The old riddle goes: what weighs more a pound of feathers or a pound of gold? Some say gold because it is heavier. Others say they are both a pound so they weigh the same. …The troy ounce is 31.1 approximately. You say, “Aha! Gold weigh more, so a pound of gold weighs more than a pound of feathers.” Unfortunately there is one more piece of the puzzle. We all know 16 ounces equal a pound. True in the avoirdupois…a pound of feathers weighs 453.59 grams approximately and a pound of gold weighs 373.24 approximately. So a pound of feathers weighs more then a pound of gold. Some say gold because it is heavier. Others say they are both a pound so they …
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Gold Purity and The Differences Between White and Yellow Gold
… the uses of gold in jewelry is karat. Karat with a K is the purity of gold, Carat with a C is a measure of weight use mostly in gem weight (one carat is 1/5 gram). Karated gold used in engagement rings can be from 100% gold to as low as 37…Gold, just the word brings to mind value, rarity, wealth, beauty and jewelry. But what is gold? Yes the scientists tell … is a rare yellow mineral that is the most malleable and pliable of all metals. Yes, but what does that mean to me? Gold is a beautiful metal that is used to make timeless jewelry. Gold can be bent and molded into elegant engagement rings…
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The Difference Between White Gold and Platinum
…of its volume is lost. Platinum achieves a satin finish and maintains it a lifetime. Another minor difference is the weight. Platinum is heavier (specific gravity: 21.4) than gold (specific gravity: 19.3). When you alloy white gold the …The first difference between white gold and platinum is the most basic and is the foundation of all the other differences. White gold and platinum are … is itself a white metal. White gold and platinum have their own properties that make them unique. How is white gold made? White gold is an alloy of gold and some white metals such as silver, nickel or palladium. The white color is …
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Star White Gold
How white is your white gold? Style, fashion, and beauty are all reasons to choose white gold. White gold compliments diamonds. White gold is …, not all gas is created equally. We have all had the experience of poor performance due to poorly made gas. White gold also has three grades. Grade 3 is off white, grade 2 is standard, and grade 1 is premium. This means that when white … shares many of the properties of platinum including its white color. The rhodium plating is used to make the white gold look whiter. The natural color of the white gold could actually be a light yellow color. The rhodium is very white …
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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 … the ring has never caused irritation in the past, and suddenly it does, it’s possible that a change in diet (eating more salty foods for instance) has caused your finger to swell slightly. Allergic Reactions Some people are allergic to … or green when they wear certain jewelry. One of the most common metal allergies is Nickel which is added to pure gold in many white gold alloys. The Nickel is what makes the gold white, but it can also cause an allergic reaction. Some …
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Diamond Buying Guide: The 4 C’s
…our gemologists are more than happy to answer any questions you have so please feel free to visit us anytime. Carat Weight Diamonds are small, so the scale that is used to describe diamond weights uses very small units. A carat equals 1/5 …. A diamond can be described as 75 points or 0.75 carats or 3/4 of a carat. It is a good practice to know the exact weight of a diamond when buying or selling. The weight of a diamond is often thought of in terms of its size. If you know …
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Gold Nears Historic High, Is Now the Time to Sell?
… to cash out of jewelry that we no longer love. Of course, we pay for the whole piece and not just the gold weight when we are buying. But, when gold is so high, the intrinsic value of any gold jewelry is significantly increased. If you …Update (3/20/2024): Since this article was originally published, gold has broken through the old record and is currently trading around $2,160.00 per ounce. Bring in your jewelry anytime…a great time to see how much it’s worth. Some things we buy: Chains, bracelets, necklaces Broken jewelry made out of gold, silver, or platinum Single/mismatched earrings Engagement rings and wedding bands …much more On the flip side, …
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News 10 Gold Investment Story at Arden Jewelers
A few days ago, with the debt ceiling deadline looming and gold reaching record highs, a news crew from KXTV channel 10 paid us a visit to get an inside look at precious metals (… opportunity. Check out the story right here, or you can watch it on the News 10 website . Since that story aired, gold has shattered it’s previous record highs and reached over $1,780 per ounce! The current gold market is very volatile, … the market at its height, or if you’re just curious how much your jewelry is worth at these never-before-seen gold prices, stop by Arden Jewelers . Our professional jewelry buyers will examine your jewelry and give you a no pressure …
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The Time to Sell Your Gold Is Now
I’ve said it before, but it’s still true today. Gold prices are high, and now is a great time to get some extra cash out of that old jewelry that just sits in the drawer… dust. I’m sure you’ve seen the commercials on TV about all of the new company’s springing up that suddenly buy gold. If you feel uncomfortable sending your valuable jewelry away to some company you’ve never heard of before (and I can’t …’ll examine your jewelry while you wait so it never leaves your sight. We have been in the jewelry buying business for over 20 years, and we always treat you with respect and dignity. Arden Jewelers’ Contact Information
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Cash for Gold vs. Cash for Jewelry
We hear ads on TV all the time about “CASH for Gold.” We see ads all over the internet offering “CASH for Gold.” Our email inboxes are filled with spam for “CASH for … laying around that you want to convert to cash. You have jewelry for sale. Is there a difference between “Cash for Gold” and “Cash for Jewelry?” Don’t the Cash for Gold companies factor in the diamonds and gemstones? I saw a news report …100 they will offer $20, often times regardless of the value of the gemstones. That, in a nut shell, is how Cash for Gold works. Cash for Jewelry, on the other hand, only starts with the metal value (i.e. the gold, silver, or platinum), …
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Debt, Gold, and You – A Financial Perspective
…highest interest of all of a person’s debts. Some credit card balances are charged at a rate of 12-18% interest or more. If you pay down your balance just $1,000, that translates into an extra $180 per year that you get to keep. Many …they have them. Assets like broken jewelry can represent thousands of dollars just sitting unused. Items like dental gold, old class rings, gold nuggets, and inheritance jewelry that you will never wear can be liquidated for cash to lower…
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Jewelry Appraisals Over 3 Years Old May be Greatly Undervalued
Gold and Platinum has dramatically increased in value in the past 5 years. Gold in one year had a low of $637 per troy … same year had a low of $1,168 per ounce to $2,169 and souring higher. The five year low and high is even greater. Gold’s low was $322 and now is over $978 and Platinum’s low was $602 and has climbed over $2,169. If the jewelry item’s … in the last five years. If your jewelry was appraised over three years ago, it you 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 …
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News 10 Gold Story at Arden Jewelers
When KXTV News channel 10 did a story on the debt ceiling debate and its impact on the gold market, they came to us for an expert opinion. Arden Jewelers has been buying gold jewelry and watching the gold … that come with buying or selling precious metals and jewelry, and we hope that News 10’s viewers enjoyed the story
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At Home Gold Tests
In this video we try out some of the at-home gold tests we’ve seen online. Some of these creative solutions actually worked pretty well…and, some of them didn’t. We… more professional gold testing methods work. We demonstrate how to use a touchstone acid test kit and an electronic gold tester (see the links below for the products we used in the video). Here is a quick rundown of our results: Home … leave the piece in the bleach for 15-30 minutes. If you see any kind of reaction, the piece is likely not genuine gold. Your mileage may vary, but we found that this can catch some fakes. Liquid Foundation. This one really surprised us. …
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KCRA Visits Arden Jewelers
When KCRA 3 did a report on selling gold jewelry, they compared our offer to a gold party and other local jewelers. Arden Jeweler’s gave them the most for … too. Come by today and our professional jewelry buyers will make you a great off on your jewelry. Or, you can learn more about our jewelry buying service
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ABC News Investigates Cash For Gold Operations
ABC News investigates mail away Cash For Gold operations and finds their offers wanting. Potential sellers should be very wary of these companies. Arden Jewelers …
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Gemologist Buyers Give You More Cash for Your Jewelry
Don’t settle for less cash for your jewelry. Arden Jewelers will give you more cash for your gold right here in Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas. Our gemologist trained buyers pay you for the… so you get more. Don’t risk mailing your gold away and trusting someone else with your jewelry. Sell your unwanted jewelry to Arden Jewelers and get CASH today
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… sure that it is safe to use an ultrasonic on your gems. Place the jewelry in the ultrasonic and turn it on for no more than 15 minutes at a time. Check that all gemstones are secure in their mountings when you remove the piece. Watch our… the same area several times to get a good polish Keep in mind that not all metals can be polished. If the piece is gold plated, gold filled, or a base metal (commonly found in costume jewelry) polishing can actually remove the plating …
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The vibrant round blue sapphire is carefully set next to a cute carved metal panda which sits atop this ring. The panda … gives this little guy the classic markings. A lattice of open metal bamboo stocks on both sides of the ring with marquise cut emeralds gemstones make this ring truly unique
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The perfectly round halo is a great backdrop to the glittering center diamond. Groups of three diamonds on each side give this ring a …
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This wedding set is designed with the accent diamonds on the band and engagement ring lining up perfectly. The alternating bezel and prong setting gives …
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… form a custom halo around the center diamond. Two matching trillion cut diamonds taper off in to the bright yellow gold band
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…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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…. Six prongs hold the center stone for extra security, instead of just four. Created in hypo-allergenic 14k white goldThis engagement ring design features an oval Sapphire center stone, surrounded by a halo of round brilliant and marquise cut …
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Welcome Diamond & Gold Vault Clients
Welcome Diamond & Gold Vault clients! After many years of service, Diamond & Gold Vault has officially closed its doors. We at Arden … of after he retired. So, please allow us to introduce ourselves. We are a family run shop just like Diamond & Gold Vault was, and we share the same values of personal attention, keeping a low overhead, and passing savings directly on… about the coverage on your jewelry and where you will go to maintain it. As a special courtesy to Diamond & Gold Vault clients, Arden Jewelers will honor the general terms of the warranty you had before! As Gene or another team …
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Get More Cash for Your Jewelry
… who sold an engagement ring for $50 to a local “cash for gold” buyer. She actually got a good price for the gold weight of her ring. The only problem was that the buyer paid her $0 for the 1 carat center diamond! The diamond alone was …5,000 given its quality. So, how much was her jewelry worth? To a “cash for gold” buyer, it was only worth the gold weight. Of course, we feel her ring was worth much more because we evaluate jewelry as a total piece and not just a number …
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We Buy Jewelry
… Jewelers? Get More Cash Our gemologist jewelry buyers pay you for the diamonds and gemstones, not just the gold weight. FREE Value Appraisal Not sure how much your jewelry is worth? Find out today for free. Instant Cash Your gold never … you can get? Come by today for your free value appraisal. There’s no risk and no obligation to sell. Want to learn more about selling jewelry? Read our in-depth article on how to sell jewelry . Everything you need to know to make the …
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We Want Your Jewelry
We Want Your Jewelry Could you use some extra cash? Do you have jewelry that you don’t wear or don’t want anymore? Convert your jewelry into cash by selling to the best jewelry buyer in Sacramento. We have been buying jewelry for over… 25 years and have built our reputation on paying the most and treating our clients with respect. With the volatile gold market, it’s impossible to know what your jewelry may be worth in the future. So, don’t let it collect dust in the …
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Jewelry That We Buy
… the store of a free, no obligation value appraisal. We buy back jewelry even if you didn’t get it from us. We Buy Gold Gold jewelry is a big category. Any karat of gold is worth money. Any color of gold is worth money. We buy yellow gold…, rose gold, and even green gold. The gold jewelry can be even broken and still worth a lot of money. We buy natural gold nuggets. Gold flakes and dust are both worth money. We even buy gold in natural quartz rock. Arden Jewelers buy all …
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Balance : Earth Friendly Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Rings
… rings built with you in mind. These original designs are handcrafted in our Sacramento studio using recycled gold and lab grown diamonds. Every aspect, from the design, to the materials, to the craftsmanship was carefully chosen to give … largest jewelry purchase we will make in our lives. It is a daily symbol of love and commitment, but it can be even more than that. As you look down at your ring each day and as your friends reach out to see it up close, shouldn’t you be…
