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What to Do When Your Ring Irritates Your Skin
…to size the ring up slightly. Likewise, if there is a rough spot on the ring, that can normally be smoothed out by a jeweler. Changes in diet can dramatically affect our finger sizes. So, if 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 certain metals that are used in jewelry. This …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Amethyst
… inexpensive even in very high qualities, amethyst is not out of reach of most consumers. Amethyst’s value is in its beauty not its price. It costs relatively little and in most likelihood will not see a strong price increase in the future. But, if you spend a little more and get a high grade amethyst, you are getting a gem whose color and brilliance are marvels to behold. In the end, a gem’s value to a person is not always the price paid but the beauty of the jewelry. …
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Jewelry Repair FAQ
… wear down too much, the stone becomes at risk of falling out of the mounting. Retipping is the process of adding a small amount of metal (usually gold or platinum) to the top of worn down prongs to keep the gemstone secure. In the past, almost all gemstones had to first be removed from their mountings for retipping, and then reset after it was done due to the high heat that is generated by the jeweler’s torch. However, with our laser welder we are able to retip prongs …
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How Are Lab Grown Diamonds Made?
… extensive training and our in-house gem lab to evaluate every aspect of the lab grown diamonds we sell from the color, to the cut proportions, inclusions, and more. So, whether it’s natural, CVD, HPHT, or some new technology in the future, you know that with Arden Jewelers you will get an accurately graded diamond at an amazing price
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The Birthstones
… turquoise range from sky blue (the most desirable color) to blue green and apple green. The name means “Turkish stone” because the trade route that brought it to Europe used to come via Turkey. Turquoise is associated with Innocence. Present day additions to December’s birthstones are Blue Zircon, Blue Topaz, and Tanzanite. Learn more about Topaz , Tanzanite , and Blue
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Gem in the Spotlight: Opal
… is intertwined with beliefs and legends that have shaped its significance across cultures for centuries. In ancient Greece, opal was regarded as a stone of foresight and prophecy, believed to offer its wearer a glimpse into the future. The Romans, on the other hand, saw opal as a symbol of hope and purity, associating it with positive virtues. Opal was even thought to possess protective and healing properties, guarding against disease and enhancing one’s eyesight. Pliny…
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Alternative Metals for Men’s Jewelry
… ring and two cuts are necessary since the material is so difficult to bend. Again like other alternative metals, Zirconium rings cannot be sized, so you will want to make sure you can exchange your ring for a different size in the future (like you can at Arden Jewelers). Zirconium has the symbol Zr and the atomic number 40. Zirconium has a super high resistance to corrosion. It is biocompatible and nontoxic. It has been used in the space, aeronautic, and even the medical…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Pearl
…to prevent newlywed women from shedding any tears. Islamic cultures cherished pearls because they were believed to represent Adam and Eve’s tears and, more generally, the tears cried by those in pain. The La Peregrina pearl also has a … they can be grown in large quantities, freshwater pearls are generally less expensive than saltwater pearls. In the past, they were known for their irregular, baroque shapes. Over time, however, freshwater pearls have increased in …
