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Platinum
Everything you ever wanted to know (and more) about Platinum and its use in jewelry. Platinum is one of the rarest and most durable precious metals. Platinum‘s rich, white … will maintain its shining luminosity forever, unlike other white metals which can, in time, turn yellow or tarnish. Platinum belongs to the noble and precious metals family. It is resistant to tarnishing and discoloration due to chlorine and… popular choice for jewelry, either on its own or as the setting for diamonds and other precious gemstones. Platinum jewelry does not fade or tarnish and keeps its looks for a lifetime. Platinum‘s purity makes it hypoallergenic and ideal for …
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The Difference Between White Gold and Platinum
Do you prefer learning from videos? We created an in-depth video on the differences between white gold and platinum which you may like. The first difference between white gold and platinum is the most basic and is the foundation of … the other differences. White gold and platinum are different metals. White gold starts out as gold. Gold is yellow. Platinum is itself a white metal. White gold and platinum have their own properties that make them unique. How is white gold …
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Alternative Metals for Men’s Jewelry
… very recently, men only had a handful of choices when choosing a metal for their wedding band. Gold, silver, and platinum are all excellent metals which make great wedding bands, but with the advent of new technologies the “big three” have … it an outstanding ring to wear every day. Tungsten Tungsten carbide jewelry has a nice weight to it like gold and platinum, but it is much more affordable. Tungsten carbide bands are extremely scratch resistant. Tungsten does not bend out of…
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Frequently Asked Question about Jewelry
… is redesigned jewelry or redesigned? Simply put, a redesign is a custom design using your existing gems and gold or platinum. This does not mean you are limited by the gems you have, but what you have is incorporated into the new design. You… changes, but it is basically the same look and feel, just newer. I have worked with clients who have changed their wedding ring after only two years and others waited until over 50 years. The reasons to redesign range widely: the ring is …
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Laser Jewelry Repair
… into the hinge and destroying its mobility. Antique filigree that is broken can be repaired. Restoring antique platinum jewelry is now possible with Arden Jewelers’ laser. The laser can also help Angelo create very complicated pieces and …? All the traditional metals can be laser welded, including base metals, karat gold, sterling silver, palladium and platinum, offering a complete array of design, redesigns and repair options. Platinum traditionally is the most difficult …
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Jewelry Repair FAQ
… 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 …flashing is only about 0.175 microns (or 0.000005 inches) thick. What is Rhodium Plating? Rhodium is a member of the Platinum family of metals, but it is actually whiter and harder than platinum. Rhodium plating is done the same way as gold …
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White Gold vs Platinum: Which One is Right for You?
Should I choose white gold or platinum for my engagement ring? This is a question that we get all the time, and now we have a full video to help you answer…, the video is broken down into a few categories. Basic Differences To start off, we need to understand that platinum and gold are simply different elements on the periodic table. Both metals are mixed, or alloyed, with other metals to give … properties. For example, gold is naturally yellow and so it is alloyed with nickel or palladium to make it white. Platinum is typically alloyed with ruthenium or iridium in jewelry. These fundamental characteristics give each metal different…
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
…: Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Quartz, Topaz, Tourmaline. All the same caveats mentioned about ultrasonics apply here as 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 actually remove the plating and cause the white gold to look yellow . With most gemstones not included on these lists, you …
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Good Day Sacramento Talks Engravable Personalized Jewelry with Arden Jewelers
We recently had the pleasure of hosting the Good Day Sacramento morning show at our shop. We talked about the upcoming International Wedding Festival (which we attended) as well as personalized gifts. An engraved piece of jewelry is a wonderful way to give someone a meaningful gift that is both valuable and personalized to them. We have a great selection of engravable …
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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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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 …Many times engagement / wedding rings are people’s most expensive jewelry purchase. Liquidating them takes special care to maximize the return of … is based on many factors (learn about the basic factors of diamond value ). Next, there is the condition of the wedding rings. If the ring is very worn, it is usually only worth the intrinsic value of the metal and gems. Style is very …
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Custom Jewelry Design FAQ
… season just like clothes do. What’s hot now will not be next season. Some trends are long like the white gold and platinum look which has been going on for over seven years now. The current design look with every surface of the ring left … is redesigned jewelry? Or Redesigned? Simply put a redesign to a custom design using your existing gems and gold or platinum. This does not mean you are limited by the gems you have, but what you have is incorporated into the new design. You…
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What’s Your Jewelry Style?
… is the essence of beauty. Elegance shows itself with clean, classic jewelry designs. The lines of this style of wedding jewelry are smooth and flowing. The simplicity of the designs express a timelessness that speaks to everlasting love. …an art Nuevo design, the artistic flare creates a work of art. The inspiration of these designs adds vitality to any wedding jewelry. Wedding rings with this style create visions of a loving relationship. Trendy and Fashionable You like to …
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Alternative Gemstones for a Non Traditional Engagement Ring
…. The Duchess of Cambridge, Princess Diana, Penelope Cruz and Elizabeth Hurley all chose a Blue Sapphire for their wedding ring. Sapphires (or Corundum) can come in any color except red. The red variety of Corundum is called Ruby. All of the… are also White Sapphires which look similar to diamonds, but they don’t sparkle like diamond. Jessica Simpson’s wedding ring is a Ruby with pear-shaped Diamond side stones. Mark Zuckerberg’s wife, Priscilla Chan also has a Ruby engagement …
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Union
…! What’s in a name? So, why did we call this original design Union ? In mathematical Set Theory the union of two sets is the combination of all elements in both sets. If you happen to do a search for that term, you will see a diagram that…
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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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Get a Free Ticket to the International Wedding Festival
Mark your calendars! For the first time ever, Arden Jewelers will be exhibiting at the International Wedding Festival (IWF) in Sacramento. Show Details Who: Arden Jewelers What: Sacramento’s best bridal and wedding show When…have a booth at the show this year, and we would love to see you there. Whether you already have your engagement and wedding jewelry figured or you are just starting your journey, we are here to help. How to Get a Free Ticket As exhibitors, …
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Manly Jewelry for Men
… we have seen an explosion of new options for men. At Arden Jewelers we have a custom curated selection of men’s wedding bands featuring both traditional styles alongside all of today’s hottest looks and materials. We’ve been working hard to… of today’s most common metals and give you the pros and cons for each. If you are considering an alternative metal wedding band, this article can definitely help you decide which option is right for you. Men’s Nugget Jewelry There’s …
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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, …
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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
…debonair man I pretended to be. Is now the time to show how much I love her for her? In many ways, the upgrade of a wedding ring is a more significant symbol of love than the original engagement ring. Now you know each other. All the games … with her because of the ring. A passing statement, “He must really love you.” pays big dividends. Not only is a wedding ring intimately public, but it is publicly intimate. There is a time when the right gift is an upgrade of the wedding …
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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 meticulously to organize and set the order of the multiple diamond shapes. This bracelet is the perfect combination of the …
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This modern and stylish wedding set features a bezel set Asscher cut diamond surrounded by round accent diamonds. The wedding band fits neatly in … which compliments the sharp lines in the center diamond. Overall, this is a unique and stunning engagement ring and wedding band set
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This wedding set was designed with matching scalloped edges of round and marquise shapes, featuring round brilliant diamonds. The… slightly above the rest of the stones in a low crown head. Elegant and understated perfectly describes this custom wedding set
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In this gorgeous wedding set, a sparkling princess cut diamond is surrounded by a halo of round brilliant diamonds. A smaller princess cut …
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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 associated with healing and medicine
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… appears impressively vivid and is intentionally set with double prongs for extra security. The unique twist includes the half moon diamonds on either side to create symmetry, all while being surrounded by brilliant diamonds in a platinum pave design
