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The History of the Engagement Ring
Wedding bands go way back in history. One example of this is the Ancient Egyptians who were buried wearing rings made of a single silver or gold wire on … finger of their left hands. The wedding band as a ring has no beginning or end and is seen as an ancient symbol of eternal love. The diamond engagement ring has become the archetypal, universal symbol of love. The fourth finger of the …. Ancient peoples believed it to be connected directly to the heart by the “Vena amoris,” which translates to “Vein of Love.” The first recorded uses of a diamond engagement ring happened in 1477. Archduke Maximilian of the Hapsburg …
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Jewelry That We Buy
…, corporate rings, and more. Achievement rings like sales awards or time with a company can also be valuable. We Buy Platinum Platinum jewelry is also valuable. Platinum is a white metal and can last for many years. Broken platinum jewelry is…We buy just about anything made out of platinum: platinum rings, platinum chains, platinum bracelets, platinum pins, platinum brooches, platinum pendants, more types of platinum jewelry. We Buy Diamonds and Gemstones Arden Jewelers has …
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Estate Jewelry Buying
… evaluating estate jewelry. Our GIA trained gemologists can evaluate every aspect of a piece of jewelry (gold, platinum, diamonds, gemstones, etc.) to give you an accurate assessment of its value. Arden Jewelers will do a free value appraisal… can be part of the grieving process for some people. Working with people who are selling a part of their family’s history over the last 28 years has given us the experience to be patient and understanding. We are sensitive to the power …
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Selling Back Your Engagement Ring
…, the value of wedding rings comes from several factors: First, there is the metal the ring is made out of. Gold and platinum are the two most common metals in wedding rings (learn more about gold purity and the difference between white gold … 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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We Want Your Jewelry
… Diamond Stud Earrings Vintage Style Estate Jewelry (Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Victorian, more) Gold or Platinum Wedding Bands Antique gold or platinum jewelry (from the 1920s and earlier) Full jewelry estates (we’ll help you sort the…Come in today, and we’ll pay top dollar for your jewelry so you can: take that vacation, get that new camera, pay off that credit card, or save up for a rainy day. Our “Most Wanted” List We buy almost any fine jewelry (even if it’s …
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We Buy Jewelry
… in the Sacramento area for over 30 years, and we know you can give you the best deal for your gold, diamonds, platinum and other jewelry. But, don’t take our word for it. Checkout this video from when KCRA 3 visited Arden Jewelers with some …Find out today for free. Instant Cash Your gold never leaves your sight and you get cash today. R-E-S-P-E-C-T Our professional jewelry buyers always treat you with respect and dignity. Ready to find out how much cash you can get? Come …
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The History of Diamond Cuts
…they show it in a dome effect. The Modern Round Brilliant Cut Now, we are nearing the end of our journey through the history of diamond cuts. The modern round brilliant cut is a product of math and science. Marcel Tolkowsky analyzed diamond … chosen diamond cut for engagement rings and other jewelry. We hope you have enjoyed this exploration of diamond history. What’s your favorite old diamond cut? Let us know in the comments below, and stop by the shop to see real life examples…
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Platinum
… endows it with a brilliant white luster. This helps to reflect the true radiance of diamonds. In the United States platinum is usually marked: PT or PLAT. In Europe, platinum is identified by the following marks: 950 or PT950. The History of Platinum in Jewelry Platinum has been used in jewelry only since the 19th century. So platinum engagement rings are fairly recent. The Italian-French physician Julius Caesar Scaliger discovered Platinum in 1557. In 1590 Spanish Conquistadors …
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The Difference Between White Gold and Platinum
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 different metals. …alloy. The white color is achieved by a careful choice of the alloying metals, which bleach the yellow of pure gold. Platinum is a naturally white metal. It does not need to be alloyed for color. Jewelry platinum is typically an alloy … usually marked with .900 or .950 to mark its fineness. Some manufacturers state what alloy they are using like 90% Platinum 10% Iridium. How white gold and platinum start out is one of the key differences. White gold even in the best mixture…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Amethyst
… has long been considered a royal color, so it is not surprising that amethyst has been in so much demand throughout history. Gemology Amethyst is a variety of quartz that is colored by the presence iron and aluminum. The violet color of … refractive. It has a vitreous polish luster and its specific gravity is 2.66. Its chemical composition is SiO2. History and Lore The rich history of amethyst dates all the way back to ancient Greek mythology. The word “amethystos,” is …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Jade
… as early as 6,000 BC, and it has been an incredibly important part of Asian, Central American, and North American history ever since. But, what is jade, and what has given it such a prominent place in human history? The term “jade” actually… gems. This is because even small differences in color or imperfections can drastically change the value of the gem. History and Lore of Jade Jade’s incredible toughness has made it a useful tool throughout history. During the Stone Age of …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Tourmaline
… used in early sonar systems in the First World War as well as in extremely sensitive pressure gauges in submarines. History and Lore of Tourmaline The name tourmaline comes from the Singhalese word turamali, which means “mixed gems” owing …idea of buying a gem mined locally, right here in California . Maybe you just appreciate the vibrant colors and rich history of this very special gem. Whatever your reason, you can’t go wrong with a beautiful piece of tourmaline jewelry, and…
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This absolutely stunning eternity platinum and diamond tennis bracelet features one single emerald and a swinging pear cut diamond. Our designer worked …
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Two vibrant ruby stones bring to life the snake as it carefully wraps around the detailed hand engraved platinum staff. Bezel set at the top of the staff is a beautiful old mine cut diamond. The rod of asclepius is a symbol long …
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This beautiful ring features a stunning oval cut center diamond with a pair of matching trillion cut aquamarine accents. The slow twisted diamond band adds vibrance and definition to the piece. This ring elegantly combines the rich blue aquamarine and the bright white diamonds
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This open shank ring boasts two stunning bezel set pink spinels. The minimalist composition and sandblast texture makes this ring a truly unique design.
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These Are Strange Times
Platinum at its high was $2,252 now is under $1,000 per ounce, at the time of this writing. This is a golden opportunity for … your jewelry into platinum at the best value compared to gold ever. I don’t know how long this will last, but if platinum was ever a dream of yours or hers, now is the time to take advantage of these strange times. We can also take your used…
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Ancient Roman Jewelry Discovered
…remind us of the darker side of human nature and make us thankful to live in a relatively peaceful time and place in history. They also bring a sense of connection. We know very little about the woman who used to own this jewelry almost 2,…Archeologists have discovered one of the finest collections of Roman jewelry ever found in Britain. Dubbed the Fenwick Treasure, the fine gold and silver… gives us a glimpse into a historic and troubled time. It is believed that the treasure was buried in the floor of a house for safe keeping on the eve of the Boudiccan Revolt in AD 61. The owner likely knew that a large army was …
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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 ounce and high …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 value was due in large part to gold or platinum, … 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 and keeping our clients …
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Cash for Gold vs. Cash for Jewelry
… for Gold works. 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…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 Gold.” But, chances are you don’t have … for Jewelry?” Don’t the Cash for Gold companies factor in the diamonds and gemstones? I saw a news report where one of the more famous Cash for Gold company said they pay from 20% of the gold value . That means, if the gold value is $…
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Jewelry for Cheapskates
… get a little more than you pay for. But, quality jewelry isn’t cheap, and the high prices of gold, diamonds, and platinum don’t help either. There are, however, some special cases where, if you know what you’re doing, you can save a little …The most important one is your engagement ring. Now, I’m not saying you should only buy a flawless diamond set in platinum. Instead, find a good balance between diamond quality and size in your budget. Don’t skimp on the ring. The engagement …
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Intimately Public
… about it. Anniversaries are an opportunity to express the amazing joy of life: that she loves you even with all the history. Anniversaries mark time. They give the occasion to declare: “Here and now I LOVE YOU.” Upgrades and Redesigns are …. This is a great choice when the gems in the original ring have strong sentimental value. With a Remount, the history and story of the original gemstones live on in a new and unique way. Whichever path you decide, giving the gift of jewelry…
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Art Deco vs Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
… Art Nouveau jewelry you are going to see organic designs featuring flowing lines and asymmetry. Artists took a lot of inspiration from nature both in the overall freeform aesthetic as well as in the incorporation of specific design … direction from its predecessor, Art Nouveau. Here you will find bold contrast, modern simplicity, and heavy use of symmetry. Geometric shapes like triangles, arcs, and circles took center stage in jewelry along with other art forms. …
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… well. Polishing Cloth . Only use on solid precious metals like: Sterling Silver, Karat Gold (10k, 14k, 18k, etc.), Platinum, Palladium. Also, keep in mind that a high percentage of white gold is rhodium plated . Excessive polishing can …best when it’s cleaned regularly. While we recommend that you bring your jewelry in every 6 months to a year for a professional cleaning and checkup, there are a lot of great ways you can clean your jewelry at home to keep it shining in…
