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How Are Lab Grown Diamonds Made?
…was demonstrated. Henri Moissan was one of the early pioneers in the field. In 1893, he claimed to have successfully made a diamond by heating charcoal to 3,500 degrees Celsius inside a carbon crucible. Many attempts were made to … of deep volcano brings them up to where humans can find and mine them. The first successful synthetic diamonds were made by mimicking nature with High Pressure/High Temperature (HPHT) manufacturing. There are three basic manufacturing …
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Types of Necklace Chains
…them to need a bit more frequent cleaning than other chain types. Herringbone Chain The classic herringbone chain is made with short links that are connected in an offset V pattern. These chains are wide and flat with a very thin profile… omega chain has a flat, smooth, and shiny look. Some key differences from herringbone chains are omega chains are made of small metal plates that are installed very close together over a wire mesh. The wire substructure, which is often …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Blue Zircon
… structure of zircon creates one of the liveliest displays found in any colored gem. In fact, before any of the manmade diamond simulates were made, the colorless version of zircon was used in jewelry to mimic diamond. Why? Natural zircon… simulant. Cubic Zirconia, also known as CZ, is even incorrectly shortened to zircon by some. The situation is made even more confusing by the fact that in the past, zircon, like CZ, was also used as a diamond simulant. This only adds to …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Tourmaline
…. This includes bi-color, tri-color, and more. The most common combination of colors is green and pink, but many other combinations of colors exist. Parti-colored tourmaline occurs when the gem is getting formed and the environment … on which trace elements are present, as well as their concentration, different colors will be present. Copper, manganese, chromium, and vanadium are the key coloring agents in tourmaline. Another unique facet of tourmaline is its …
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Is a Lab Grown Diamond Right for Me?
… industry has been around for a long time. It’s quite rare that something truly new comes around. Even though man–made diamonds have been around decades, we have only recently begun to see them reach a level of quality and size that is …you are considering a lab grown diamond, be sure to checkout Balance , our own collection of unique engagement rings made exclusively … less energy to grow a diamond in a lab than it does to dig it out of the ground. There is also no need to displace many tons of earth to create a lab grown diamond. You can, with 100% certainty, know the origin of your diamond. The …
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Anatomy of a Ring
… design that supports it and hugs the top of the finger. In terms of maintenance, sometimes a ring gallery will be made up of thin wires which can wear and break or crack over time. The gallery is also a prime location to see wear caused …if you plan to wear them together all the time. When you are looking for a ring, pay attention to how the gallery is made. Does is look substantial enough to hold the ring together? Are the gallery wires thin and easily breakable? Will it…
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How Custom Jewelry is Made
Custom jewelry design is one of the most fascinating things that we do. In this video we take you through the entire process from coming up with a great idea to seeing the beautiful finished product. Our goal is to make custom design fun and easy, and we hope that comes through in this video. A lot goes into making a piece of custom jewelry, but it’s what we do best, so you can sit back and enjoy the process while we make the jewelry you have always dreamed of.
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Behind the Scenes with FOX 40
FOX 40 visited Arden Jewelers to get some help with a piece on professional jewelry cleaning. We made this fun behind-the-scenes video of the shoot
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California Tourmaline
Mined in California, Made in California. This beautiful new line of jewelry is exclusively available at Arden Jewelers and features locally mined tourmaline found right here in sunny California. Checkout the whole collection of California Tourmaline online …
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Art Deco vs Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
… of genuine pieces from both eras. Please feel free to contact us anytime. Or, if you would like a custom piece made using inspiration from either style, we specialize in that kind of work as well… freeform aesthetic as well as in the incorporation of specific design elements like vines, insects, and the human form. Art Nouveau engagement rings often feature Old Mine Cut diamonds which were a big improvement over the diamond cuts …
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… and dry it with a hair dryer to avoid water spots. Jewelry Cleaning Solutions There are several different, purpose made, jewelry cleaning solutions that you can use. We demonstrate one that is designed to clean and remove tarnish from …. If all of the tarnish has not been removed, you can repeat the process. However, if you repeat the process too many times or if the jewelry is left in the solution for too long, it can actually oxidize the silver, turning it black. The…
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The Custom Design Process
… the precision of the finished product but it gives you the ability to see your design even before the wax is made. Now you can make adjustments to get it looking exactly the way to want it to before its made. Third, once you approve the … to make it ready for you to wear! This is our favorite part of the custom jewelry process, when the jewelry has made the complete journey from dream to reality! We hope this helped you to better understand the custom jewelry design …
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Valentine’s Day Engagement Ring Sale 2018
… a gift card. “Angelo and all of his guys and gals at Arden Jewelers are awesome. We both adore the ring, and Angelo made the whole process so easy. I loved all my experiences with them, and give them the highest recommendation!!!” – …Get a Free Romantic Steak Dinner for Two What’s better than getting a fantastic deal on a beautiful engagement ring? Getting a free …restaurant though, feel free to contact us and we can work out the details. Enjoy your beautiful new jewelry and a romantic dinner for two. Who knows, it might even be the perfect way to pop the question… * Free steak dinner offer …
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How to Get Engaged
… on Facebook, Twitter, and the like should be spread after the close relationship announcements have been made. Celebrate your engagement. Use the word fiancé a lot because this is the only time you get to use it. Knowing your love, trust…. But, so can walking to the first place you met and dropping to your knee. Traditions are very important to many people. If asking her father for his blessing is important to her, then it would be wise to consider adding this tradition …
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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 the fourth finger of their left hands. The wedding band as a ring has no … the churches by the priests during a suitable and fixed time, so that if legitimate impediments exist, they may be made known. The engagement ring took on its familiar form in 1886, when Tiffany & Co. introduced the “Tiffany setting… and also a gold ring.” The diamond engagement ring has become the archetypal, universal symbol of love. The romantic Constanzo Sforza presented his bride in 1475, Camilla d’Aragona, with a diamond ring on their wedding day. A poem, in …
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Jewelry That We Buy
… is a white metal and can last for many years. Broken platinum jewelry is welcome. We buy just about anything made out of platinum: platinum rings, platinum chains, platinum bracelets, platinum pins, platinum brooches, platinum pendants, … rings Diamond engagement rings Class rings Achievement rings Antique jewelry Estate jewelry Broken jewelry Custom made jewelry Chains Sapphires Pearls Gold nuggets Promise rings Hair pins Rope chains Brooches Palladium jewelry Military …
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Computer Aided Jewelry Design
… Artisan from the time of the pharaohs, to the time of the Caesars, to the time of the high Middle Ages, to now, has made jewelry the same way. Now Arden Jeweler’s artists, with computer technology, are producing world class Jewelry in a …. With Matrix we can show our clients what the ring will look like when it is done on the screen before any wax is made. A client comes in and has an idea for a ring. After conversing with the jewelry designer, and describing the ring to …
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The Truth About Synthetic Gems
… gems, so I figured I’d start with a quick explanation of the subject. Here’s an excerpt from an article I wrote: Man made gems come in many forms. Every thing from simple glass to plastic to high tech chemical tongue twister like gadolinium …structure as a natural gem, it would be very hard to 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 …
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Enduring Family Business
… algorithm cooks it up, or maybe Google asks trusted locals to write them. But, for some reason, the words made be pause: “Enduring family-owned store…”. If you’ve ever been involved in a small business, you know that it’s not easy. …. Demands are made on your time, energy, and skills on a daily basis that stretch you to the limit. Competitors are many, communication is constantly evolving, and compliance is never ending. Now, please don’t get me wrong. We love what …
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What is This Year’s Unique Gift Idea?
… short answer is: Asteria is the amazing, unique, must-have gift this holiday season. The story of how Asteria was made by nature is remarkable. Asteria is a romantic gift with a story ready made for your personal situation. Asteria can … for her? Do I want a holiday gift that is like all the others? How unique do I want my Christmas gift to be? How romantic a gift should I get? How unexpected should this year’s be? What is unique in Sacramento to give as a gift? How can…
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Vintage and Handmade Jewelry on Etsy
Do you love vintage jewelry? Are you always on the hunt for a great find? Do you want something made just for you? If you answered “Yes” to any of those questions, we have big news for you. Arden Jewelers has recently…perfect platform to showcase our collection of vintage jewelry , and it’s also a great way to order a custom piece made just for you. What is Etsy? If you haven’t heard of Etsy (where have you been?) it’s an online marketplace where …’s unique about Etsy is that you won’t find anything that’s mass produced or brand new (unless it’s custom made). The Arden Jewelers Difference We have been jewelry buyers in Sacramento for almost 25 years, and in that time we have built …
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Clearance Sale Going on Now!
… will bring in special lines of “promotional” jewelry for clearance sales like this. These pieces are specially made to be sold at an enormous discount. They are mass produced to the lowest acceptable quality standards using the most … is more than just quality estate jewelry, it is what we would call heirloom quality . These are pieces that are made to stand the test of time and to be passed down from generation to generation. Right now, you can find incredible deals …
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The New Heirloom
… meaning. What does jewelry mean to you? Of course, when you are shopping for a new piece, you want it to be well made to stand the test of time. Then, you know you can pass it on to the next generation to enjoy and treasure as an … to the right place. Each year we have a different theme for our gift guide. Some years it’s all about love and romance. Some years we focus on over the top, absolute “wow” gifts, and some years it’s all about not breaking the bank. This…
Custom Designs (Show All Custom Designs)
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A unique and modern take on the classic solitaire engagement ring. This ring is made in hypo-allergenic 14k white gold, with a sleek profile, and featuring a round brilliant center diamond
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Here we have made an engagement ring that is nonetheless dazzling for its understated design. The ring features five sparkling round brilliant diamonds. The beauty is in the detail; the integrated mountings gives a congruence to the piece, while a …
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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
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This simple band is made with “recycled” diamonds. The stones were originally from various pieces of jewelry belonging to one of our clients, that were either never worn, or broken. We were able to help her turn those pieces of jewelry into something she knew…
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This gorgeous opal ring has a minimal bezel design, made interesting with the unique by-pass style of the shank. The flashes of color from the opal remind one of an impressionistic painting. Extra sparkle is added with round brilliant diamonds lining the top of the shank, following its …
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… leaf texture was rendered meticulously by hand one leaf at a time. Custom jewelry is often a labor of love, and that love shows through every aspect of this piece. Watch this ring take shape on our video about how custom jewelry is made
