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How to Value Inherited Jewelry
…. It changes with the situation (who is buying, and who is selling) and the marketplace (global economy, commodity prices, local jewelry market, etc.). And, it changes with time and styles. Unfortunately, jewelry value is not as simple as …any cost for re-cutting or re-polishing the gem if it is worn or cut in an obsolete style. Intrinsic diamond and gem prices are not readily available like precious metal prices are to the general public. The gold, platinum, and silver …
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Is a Lab Grown Diamond Right for Me?
… jewelry to set them in, honest and upfront descriptions of every product, and a proven track record of incredible prices. P. S. If you are considering a lab grown diamond, be sure to checkout Balance , our own collection of unique …Picking a diamond for your engagement ring is a big decision. For most of us, buying a diamond is a significant financial undertaking… want to get it right. Unfortunately, understanding diamonds takes a lot of specialized knowledge that most people don’t have (anyone remember their refractive indexes from high school physics?). Even more unfortunately, the diamond …
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How to Sell Your Jewelry
…customer. The classified shopping consumer, in all likelihood, comparison shops more then anyone else. They know the prices of your jewelry new and will pay a discount for a used article of jewelry. Also realize that the prices asked for in… or never sold at all. But with some safeguards and timing the classified ad is generally one of the highest prices realized for average estate jewelry. The retail customer is the highest price you could receive for your estate jewelry. The…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Topaz
… topaz is one of the birthstones for December. We have a great variety of topaz jewelry in stock at our everyday low prices. They make great gifts for anyone born in November or December, and for anyoneThe old baseball joke, “Who’s on First?” “Yes, Who’s on First…” always comes to mind when I hear people discussing Topaz. You can hear one person say, “I… sky.” A third friend will chime in, “You’re both crazy, it’s like a beautiful peach.” Then, a passerby contributes, “You all are nuts, it’s like a rainbow with all the colors at once.” And of course, all of them are right. History and …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Spinel
… sense that it is only recently getting attention on its own and not just imitating other gems. This means that the prices are still relatively low for a stone of this durability, rarity, and beauty. Spinel can be just as stunning as top-…Spinel, the Great Imposter” sounds like the title of an action movie, but it could also be the title of this article. For years spinel has been confused with other gems and even …and we can see why. Its colors rival even the best rubies, sapphires, tourmalines, and other more popular gems. For only the 3rd time in the last one hundred years, the industry is modifying the official birthstone list. Spinel will be …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Amethyst
… rubies until very large deposits were found in multiple places around the world. Heavily increased supply dropped prices consistently over the last 200 years which is why, despite its beauty, amethyst is such an affordable stone today. … is known for its beautiful purple color, and it is the most important quartz variety used in jewelry. Purple has long been considered a royal color, so it is not surprising that amethyst has been in so much demand throughout history. …
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Types of Necklace Chains
…of metal. So, you can have a big chain look without a big chain price. This is a very nice feature to have when gold prices are high. The only downside is that this style isn’t quite as strong as a traditional cable chain of the same size …Cost – The same large, heavy links that give the curb chain its strength and style also make it expensive. When gold prices are high, a heavyweight curb chain with solid links can be quite the investment. Common – As with some of the other …
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Alternative Metals for Men’s Jewelry
… and carbon. Low quality tungsten jewelry has a lower percentage of tungsten. This is why there is a wide range of prices for tungsten rings which can be seen from $10 dollars to over $500. Tungsten carbide jewelry is extremely durable. It …Until very recently, men only had a handful of choices when choosing a metal for their wedding band. Gold, silver, and platinum are all … wedding bands, but with the advent of new technologies the “big three” have been joined by a slew of new options. Options are great, but with so many to choose from, it can be difficult to know which one is best for you. This article …
