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The Truth About Synthetic Gems
One of the most 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… moissanite are all diamond simulants. They look like diamonds, but they are not diamonds. These simulants are easy for a well trained and equipped gemologist to detect. But if you had gem material that is the same chemically, optically … tell them apart. In gemology we call this a synthetic gem. So a man made synthetic ruby has the same exact chemical formula and crystal structure and optical characteristics as a natural ruby. How can a person tell them apart? I will …
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Perspective – Is Selling Gold Jewelry on Craigslist Worth it?
…-off decisions every day: “Sleep another 10min and skip breakfast?” “Pay $0.05 more per gallon, or drive across town for cheaper gas?” “Sell my jewelry to a jewelry store, or try to get more on Craigslist?”. So, which one should you …% more, but you are likely trading off time, convenience, and, maybe most importantly, safety. A quick Google search for Craigslist crimes results in countless scams and news stories on the subject. A few short days ago, a would-be thief…
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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 …But, chances are you don’t have solid gold bricks 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 …is $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 …
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Why Would a Gemologist Pay Less for Your Jewelry?
Generally, a professional gemologist jewelry buyer will pay more for jewelry because they understand the real value and can be more confident in offering a higher … pay less because they understand the true value of the item. We see lots of jewelry with poor quality gems. Other buyers may not identify the gems as low quality and pay more than the market value for them. One example of this happened … who also buys from the general public had a large diamond (about 3 carats) come in his door. He was very excited to buy the gem and came to us that same day to get an appraisal. I had actually evaluated the same diamond early that day …
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3 Things You Might Not Know About Jewelry Repair
… much about how it’s done. At Arden Jewelers, our expert bench jewelers have been doing jewelry repair in Sacramento for decades. We’re here to answer any questions you have and provide you with professional service that you won’t find … we imagine. Gold, platinum, and silver are very soft as metals go. In fact, a large part of what makes them perfect for jewelry is how soft and workable they are. The result of this, however, is that the daily wear and tear we put on …
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News 10, Diamond Prices, and Shopping Local
… competition they can save money by shopping at a larger jewelry retailer either online or at a chain location. For many other types of products, this is true. Walmart can use it’s size to buy cornflakes at a discount and pass on some of… of up-to-date pricing data much faster to give you the best possible deal. Our gemologists understand the diamond buying game . Did you know that two 1ct H VS2 diamonds with GIA certificates can be valued differently by thousands of …
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Synthetic Gems: The Whole Story
…very beautiful gems and very rare in their stunning beauty. These four gems have been coveted by rulers and the rich for thousands of years. But, what if anyone could own them? At gem shows and museums, I have seen jaw dropping rubies, … a hundred years and millions of dollars of research to create what nature can produce. Man made gems come in many forms. Every thing from simple glass to plastic to high tech chemical tongue twister like gadolinium gallium garnet (also …
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Understanding the Diamond Buying Game
…. I like it this way. Diamonds are not this way. The four C’s of diamonds are not that old, less than 100 years. Before that system every business and diamond seller had their own system. It was impossible to buy a diamond without seeing…agreed upon grading standard but in reality this is not always the case. Today, to make the grading standard more uniform, diamond certification by grading laboratories is thought to make diamonds a commodity. Again the dream is not the …
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Learn Secret Diamond Buying Skills From a Professional Diamond Buyer
…of the most valuable memories in life is the look of your love when she sees that shining diamond ring on her finger for the first time. If there are any magic moments in life, that is one. Nothing expresses love and commitment like a … price. In the final analysis, the price of a diamond is whatever two people agree it is. The easiest starting place for diamond value is carat. All carat describes is how much a diamond weighs. Diamonds are small so the scale it is …
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Diamond Buying Guide: The 4 C’s
If you understand how diamonds are graded, you have a better chance of finding the right one for you. At Arden Jewelers, our gemologists are more than happy to answer any questions you have so please feel free to … 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 that you like the look of a… especially good at returning light to the viewer which makes them sparkle more than other shapes. The emerald cut, for example, gives a classic look with big flashes of light but very little sparkle or fire. Ultimately, it’s up to you …
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How to Sell Your Jewelry
In a hurry? Visit us today to get a free value appraisal of your jewelry. Or, learn how KCRA 3 got more for their jewelry when they came to us. Which is more fun, getting a root canal, paying your taxes, or selling your … take the frustration out of selling your jewelry. And answer the hard questions like: Will I receive a fair price for my jewelry? Or did I pay too much? The two critical areas of knowledge to get the best price for your jewelry are the … a gemologist just to sell your jewelry? No. But some homework and note taking can mean a much higher price paid for your jewelry. Let’s start with what determines the value of estate jewelry. Estate is a general term used to describe …
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How to Value Inherited Jewelry
…at a fair and equitable division can be tricky, but this article should help guide you through some of the issues. Before we begin, if you would prefer more personalized information, please feel free to reach out to us . We offer a free … of value and how they relate to your particular jewelry. Jewelry, to many people, is a “caveat emptor” or “buyer beware” area of life. How a small polished rock can be worth the same amount as a car or a house will never be understood …
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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 …
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KCRA Visits Arden Jewelers
… gold jewelry, they compared our offer to a gold party and other local jewelers. Arden Jeweler’s gave them the most for their gold jewelry, and we can do it for you too. Come by today and our professional jewelry buyers will make you a …
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News 10 Falling Diamond Prices Interview
A reporter for News 10’s morning news show contacted Arden Jewelers to get the inside story on decreasing diamond prices just in …’s Day 2015. Our gemologist, Dan, was able to explain some of the reasons for the pricing trend and how jewelry buyers can take advantage of it. By shopping at local jewelers like Arden Jewelers who can quickly react to changes in the …, customers can save on their diamond engagement ring and general diamond jewelry purchases. Thanks to Dina Kupfer for thinking of us for this story
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… looks 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 … are glued in (the cleaner can dissolve the glue and cause the gems to fall out). Put the jewelry in the cleaner for 5 seconds. Remove the piece and immediately rinse off the cleaner. Dry it off with a towel. If all of the tarnish has …
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At Home Gold Tests
… 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 Tests that Worked Magnet. This is a fast…test, so use with caution. File a a small section to get through any plating, and then 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 …
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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 …
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Estate Jewelry Buying
… with the person and selling a piece of jewelry can be quite emotional. It 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 …. The whole process can be intimidating especially if this is the first time you’re selling jewelry. We have been buying jewelry since 1989 and establishing long-lasting relationships with our clients with professional yet caring …
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What is Asteria Jewelry?
… it feels like when a gift does not meet the expectations of the one we love. We may not be able to find the cure for cancer or the disease that’s killing Dr. House’s patient, but we have found the cure for the common gift! The cure for … is not fatal, but it is dull. Predictable, routine, humdrum, lackluster, boring, these words are the kiss of death for any gift. If any of these words or the like were stated (or thought) about a past gift you’ve given, you may be …
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How Much to Spend on an Engagement Ring
… answer is: marketing. In much the same way that the Hallmark Company influenced our culture to make giving cards for the Holidays a social norm, the diamond and jewelry industry influenced culture to provide guidelines on the amount to … months’ salary rule began in the 1980s. The famous De Beers ad asked: “How else could two months’ salary last forever?” Another ad campaign had the following statement, “Two months’ salary showed the future Mrs. Smith what the future …
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We Buy Jewelry
Selling jewelry can be a daunting experience, but we’re here to help make sure you get the most cash for your gold, diamonds, and jewelry. Why sell your unwanted jewelry to Arden Jewelers? Get More Cash Our gemologist … 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 leaves your sight and you get cash today. R-E-S-P-E-C-T Our professional jewelry …-depth article on how to sell jewelry . Everything you need to know to make the best decisions and get the most cash for your jewelry. Considering sell your jewelry online? Get some helpful pointers for selling jewelry on craigslist and …
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Get More Cash for Your Jewelry
… much is my jewelry worth? When you are thinking about selling jewelry, this is the first question on your mind. Unfortunately, answering it is not always easy. It’s fairly simple to find the market value for commodity items like … it, their knowledge of jewelry, and what they intend to do with it. A great example of this is the classic “cash for gold” offer. I once had a client who sold an engagement ring for $50 to a local “cash for gold” buyer. She actually got…
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Rare and Beautiful
… full Rare & Beautiful collection on our Etsy store. You can browse and find the perfect piece all from the comfort of your own home. See More… Uncommon Gems, Incredible Color The Rare & Beautiful collection spans a wide array … 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 collection: Tsavorite Garnet , a truly vibrant green gem found only …
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