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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 …
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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 …come together to create a stunning work of art. Ready to start your own creation? Call, text, or email us today. One of our jewelry designers will be happy start creating a custom piece just for you. Our process is fast, fun, and easy. …
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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 … diamonds didn’t cost a fortune, but makes an unforgettable impression. Throw in a matching band to add an extra bit of sparkle, and the finished set is both timeless and jaw dropping
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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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How to Tell If a Diamond Is Natural or Lab Grown
… 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 … upfront about their products. Some even laser inscribe all of their diamonds to clearly mark them as lab grown. The Type IIa Test That said, we would still like to be able to tell if a diamond is natural or lab grown, whether it is …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Quartz
… different ways of saying “Quartz!” Crystal Name Color Amethyst Purple Citrine Yellow to reddish orange to brown, greenish yellow Prasiolite Green (often mistakenly referred to as Green Amethyst) Rock Quartz Clear Rose Quartz Various shades … at the title and knew). Quartz is one of the most common minerals on earth. Many quartz varieties are cut into gemstones, but some varieties are very rare. Some are ordinary like rock quartz, others are exotic like Drusy Quartz. Some …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Tourmaline
…: is red, pinkish red, orangy red, or pink tourmaline. Indicolite: is dark blue, dark violetish blue, or dark greenish blue tourmaline. Paraíba: is a copper colored blue, intense violetish blue, or greenish blue tourmaline from Paraíba, …Tourmaline becomes electrically charged when under mechanical stress (squeezed or impacted). This effect allowed the stone to be used in early sonar systems in the First World War as well as in extremely sensitive pressure gauges in …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Alexandrite
… the light source the stone will reflect more of the accent colors of light. Since fluorescent light has a stronger greenish-blue component, the stone appears greener. Under candlelight, which has a much stronger red/orange component, the … known around the world as one of the most sought-after gems for the better part of 200 years. But, what makes this stone so special? Gemology of Alexandrite Alexandrite is the extremely rare, color-change variety of a gem species called …
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Learn Secret Diamond Buying Skills From a Professional Diamond Buyer
… are any magic moments in life, that is one. Nothing expresses love and commitment like a diamond. This rare natural stone‘s history and lore of romance makes all who receive one the center of their universe. A diamond’s beauty energizes …. The cut “C” of the 4 C’s has two components. The first component is simple. The cut can refer to the shape of the stone. Round, Marquee, Pear, Oval, Square, and Princess all describe the shape of the gem. Round diamonds are by far the …
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The Birthstones
…Aquamarine Originating its name from the Latin “aqua marina” meaning “sea water”, the aquamarine is a light blue to greenish blue beryl, most valuable when it’s a shade of darker blue. Sailors often wore amulets of aquamarine to give them …January’s Birthstone: Garnet January babies born in the midst of cold, white (valley fog) and at times stark surroundings are rewarded … long-lasting love, and prevents hearing difficulties. Learn more about Garnet and Tasvorite Garnet February’s Birthstone: Amethyst Amethyst, transparent purple quartz, is the most important quartz variety used in jewelry. Purple has long …
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Computer Aided Jewelry Design
…’s artists, with computer technology, are producing world class Jewelry in a whole new way. Picture a chunk of marble; inside that marble is David. It took the genius of Michelangelo to bring him out. Today with computer technology and the …jewelry designer, and describing the ring to him, the jewelry designer starts to design the ring. When he has a prototype for the customer to look at he renders it, which means he creates a photo-realistic image of the solid model. This …
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…of being a great human being What kind of emails do you send? Checkout some of our past emails to get a feel for the type of newsletter you can expect. We strive to make our emails fun and interesting. If you have any ideas for something …you decide you don’t want to receive our newsletter anymore, you can simply click the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any of our emails. Text Subscribe to our newsletter and get: Exclusive access to subscriber-only discounts …
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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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Selling Back Your Engagement Ring
…supply that for you. Also, if you need an appraisal to show the value of the jewelry for liquidation, we can do that type of appraisal as well. We’re here to help you get the most you possibly can for your engagement ring and wedding … rings are people’s most expensive jewelry purchase. Liquidating them takes special care to maximize the return of investment. Selling diamond wedding jewelry to a cash-for-gold company without a specialist gemologist will not yield the…
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What’s Your Jewelry Style?
…. The non-wedding looking jewelry satisfies their narrative. Consider an engagement ring with an alternative gemstone, or an unusual metal. You and your relationship is truly one-of-a-kind. Sometimes, the only wedding jewelry that can tell…The style of an engagement ring should reflect the style of the wearer. When you’re looking for the perfect engagement ring, …. In your closet you find solid colors with clean lines and subtle, neutral tones. You don’t need to be the center of attention, and for you, grace is the essence of beauty. Elegance shows itself with clean, classic jewelry designs. The…
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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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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, pins and even earring should be displayed differently to produce your style. What is your style…. If you’re long-fingered, wider bands will look especially good on you. If you’re short-fingered, thinner bands and stone shapes such as marquise or pear that elongate the hand would be a good choice. Developing your own style means “…
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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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How Much is My Jewelry Worth?
… gold. Intrinsic value can be viewed as the recycle value of jewelry. Imagine the jewelry as a pile of metal and gemstones, not as a whole piece of jewelry. Some other names for intrinsic value are: cash value, cash wholesale value, and …: “how much is my jewelry worth?” is not as simple as it may seem. To answer it, we have to first decide which type of worth or value we are talking about because jewelry has different values in different contexts. The main types of value…
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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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Lab Grown Diamonds
… 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 …Diamonds are some of the rarest and most beautiful things we have found on this planet. Reproducing their incredible strength and …. These rings are designed and produced right here in Sacramento, CA. They are cast in 100% recycled gold and all of the diamonds are lab grown. The design is a celebration of symmetry from the perfect circle of the ring shank to the …
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2014 Holiday Gift Collection and Sale
… have an entire collection of brand new sterling silver jewelry. These pieces feature modern designs with colored gemstones and a trendy satin textured look. They make excellent gifts, and they are priced on sale at incredible values ( … in, and we have some unique and beautiful pieces to choose from. Several of these pieces feature a lesser known gemstone called Morganite which has a lovely soft pink color that perfectly compliments the rose gold. Finally, we have been …
Videos
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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 …
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… 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 video on how to check if your gems are loose for … and make the metal look worse. Cautions As we have mentioned above, cleaning jewelry can be risky and certain gemstones or types of jewelry can be damaged by the cleaning techniques we have demonstrated. The lists below are general …
