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Gold Purity and The Differences Between White and Yellow Gold
Gold, just the word brings to mind value, rarity, wealth, beauty and jewelry. But what is gold? Yes the scientists tell us gold is an element …Gold is a beautiful metal that is used to make timeless jewelry. Gold can be bent and molded into elegant engagement rings to show the eternal affection of one person to another. Gold is an expression of love. Gold Purity Is all gold the …of jewelry is pure gold or solid gold or 24 karat gold, but what does it all mean? Gold used in jewelry like wedding rings can come in many forms. Basic to understand the uses of gold in jewelry is karat. Karat with a K is the purity of …
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The Difference Between White Gold and Platinum
… because if you don’t like the light yellow look of a specific manufacture, then don’t buy it. New white gold rings are usually coated with a hard protective finish of rhodium, a silver-white metal like platinum. The rhodium plating is …The first difference between white gold and platinum is the most basic and is the foundation of all the other differences. White gold and platinum are … is itself a white metal. White gold and platinum have their own properties that make them unique. How is white gold made? White gold is an alloy of gold and some white metals such as silver, nickel or palladium. The white color is …
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Star White Gold
… grade 1 is premium. This means that when white gold is made, it can be yellowish to light yellow. When white gold rings are new they are coated with a white metal called rhodium. Rhodium is a metal very similar to platinum and rhodium …How white is your white gold? Style, fashion, and beauty are all reasons to choose white gold. White gold compliments diamonds. White gold is … its white color. The rhodium plating is used to make the white gold look whiter. The natural color of the white gold could actually be a light yellow color. The rhodium is very white and very hard, but it does wear away eventually. …
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Measuring Gold Weight
The old riddle goes: what weighs more a pound of feathers or a pound of gold? Some say gold because it is heavier. Others say they are both a pound so they weigh the same. Both are wrong. How …Tradition. Gold is not weighed in the ordinary weights. Gold is weighed in the troy measurement system. One ounce of gold is not the same as the ordinary ounce (really called avoirdupois ounce). The best way to understand this is to …. An avoirdupois ounce converts to 28.34 grams approximately. The troy ounce is 31.1 approximately. You say, “Aha! Gold weigh more, so a pound of gold weighs more than a pound of feathers.” Unfortunately there is one more piece of the …
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What to Do When Your Ring Irritates Your Skin
… or green when they wear certain jewelry. One of the most common metal allergies is Nickel which is added to pure gold in many white gold alloys. The Nickel is what makes the gold white, but it can also cause an allergic reaction. Some … the exact cause and solution of an allergic reaction is not as simple as it may seem. Jewelry, especially white gold, is often plated to give it a brighter finish. White gold alloys are often plated with Rhodium which is a member of the …
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Types of Jewelry Clasps
… are sturdy and ideal for heavier chains. Ease of Use – They are easier to use than some other styles (e.g. spring rings) because of their size and shape. CONS Size and Bulk – Lobster clasps can be a little bulky and heavy for thin light … trouble working your clasp. We should be able to find a great solution for you. Spring Ring (Circle Clasp) Spring Rings are another very common style of clasp. They are used on virtually every variety of jewelry, and most chains under $…
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Stackable Birthstone Rings for Mom
…there’s a good chance you’ve never heard of Mother’s jewelry. For the uninitiated, Mother’s jewelry is any jewelry (rings, pendants, etc.) that features the birthstones for all of the months that a mother’s children were born in. So, if … they celebrate their love for their children. So, we are offering this brand new collection of modern birthstone rings. Stackable rings offer a fashionable alternative to the dated Mother’s jewelry that’s so common. Each ring features a …
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30% Off Engagement Rings!
…question or finally going for that long awaited upgrade you will save 30% off on our entire collection of engagement rings* both in-store and online if you order before February 14th. How can you take advantage of this great offer? I’m …on our Etsy shop all at fantastic prices. If you’re looking for gift ideas, you can’t go wrong with: Diamond stud earrings Floating diamond necklaces Birthstone jewelry True North pendants California tourmaline Genuine Tiffany and Co …
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News 10 Gold Investment Story at Arden Jewelers
A few days ago, with the debt ceiling deadline looming and gold reaching record highs, a news crew from KXTV channel 10 paid us a visit to get an inside look at precious metals (… opportunity. Check out the story right here, or you can watch it on the News 10 website . Since that story aired, gold has shattered it’s previous record highs and reached over $1,780 per ounce! The current gold market is very volatile, … the market at its height, or if you’re just curious how much your jewelry is worth at these never-before-seen gold prices, stop by Arden Jewelers . Our professional jewelry buyers will examine your jewelry and give you a no pressure …
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Gold Nears Historic High, Is Now the Time to Sell?
… we buy: Chains, bracelets, necklaces Broken jewelry made out of gold, silver, or platinum Single/mismatched earrings Engagement rings and wedding bands …much more On the flip side, the high price of gold can also be frustrating when you…Update (3/20/2024): Since this article was originally published, gold has broken through the old record and is currently trading around $2,160.00 per ounce. Bring in your jewelry anytime… opportunity to cash out of jewelry that we no longer love. Of course, we pay for the whole piece and not just the gold weight when we are buying. But, when gold is so high, the intrinsic value of any gold jewelry is significantly …
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Debt, Gold, and You – A Financial Perspective
…Assets like broken jewelry can represent thousands of dollars just sitting unused. Items like dental gold, old class rings, gold nuggets, and inheritance jewelry that you will never wear can be liquidated for cash to lower your debt. … longer you close your eyes to your debts, the worse the situation becomes. Your debt eats at your assets and peace of mind. One of the main emotional effects of personal debt is stress, and stress can cause a long list of physical and …
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The Time to Sell Your Gold Is Now
I’ve said it before, but it’s still true today. Gold prices are high, and now is a great time to get some extra cash out of that old jewelry that just sits in the drawer… dust. I’m sure you’ve seen the commercials on TV about all of the new company’s springing up that suddenly buy gold. If you feel uncomfortable sending your valuable jewelry away to some company you’ve never heard of before (and I can’t …
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Balance : Earth Friendly Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Rings
Celebrate What Matters to You Introducing a new line of engagement rings built with you in mind. These original designs are handcrafted in our Sacramento studio using recycled gold and lab … be a reflection of who you are? We created the Balance collection to give you a new choice in the sea of engagement rings on the market today, a choice to stand out from the crowd, a choice to make a statement, a choice to find new …, but with your actions. Unique Style Cutting edge design sets the Balance collection apart from other engagement rings. You’re not like everyone else, so why buy a ring that looks like everyone else’s? Peace of Mind Using recycled gold …
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Vintage Art Deco Engagement Rings
… their work. It was a time of great excitement and anticipation. That energy and hope is captured in the engagement rings and other jewelry from the period. Stylistically, Art Deco wedding rings feature strong geometric shapes and a focus … from the art of many diverse cultures including: Native American, Egyptian, African, and more. Deco engagement rings will often utilize baguette diamond accents and other cuts that feature strong lines and symmetry. The abstract patterns …
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Recycled Diamond Engagement Rings
… will carry a premium in price. But, smart shoppers know that they can find a beautiful, designer quality engagement rings for much less by shopping recycled. Alternatives to Buying Recycled If you are concerned about the environment, but … we have done for over 25 years in the Sacramento area. Our business was built on saving people money on engagement rings, and one of the best ways we have found to do that is by recycling. Exceptional Value By reconditioning estate …
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Custom Designed Engagement Rings
… jewelry styles from the past, so you can wear the style you like. You want to wear a work of art. These engagement rings don’t look traditional or even much like other jewelry you’ve seen. They are unique artwork for the wearer. Our …like the shank of one ring and the head of another and overall style of yet another. Our designers can take parts of rings and make your own personalized engagement ring. Ready to talk with a jewelry designer? Contact us today , and one of…
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Estate and Vintage Engagement Rings
…’s fads. The individual styles of bygone eras and the eclectic tastes from around the world make estate engagement rings so charming. A quality vintage piece will stand out from the crowd of modern imitations and remakes. Next, the …. So, we won’t sell an estate piece until we have completed all necessary reconditioning. Estate engagement rings offer a great value. Since these pieces are pre-owned, you don’t pay the premium that they originally commanded as brand-new …
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Welcome Diamond & Gold Vault Clients
Welcome Diamond & Gold Vault clients! After many years of service, Diamond & Gold Vault has officially closed its doors. We at Arden … of after he retired. So, please allow us to introduce ourselves. We are a family run shop just like Diamond & Gold Vault was, and we share the same values of personal attention, keeping a low overhead, and passing savings directly on… about the coverage on your jewelry and where you will go to maintain it. As a special courtesy to Diamond & Gold Vault clients, Arden Jewelers will honor the general terms of the warranty you had before! As Gene or another team …
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This wedding set is designed with the accent diamonds on the band and engagement ring lining up perfectly. The alternating bezel and prong setting gives these rings their own unique flair. The stunning center diamond is set low and securely with 6 solid prongs
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The perfectly round halo is a great backdrop to the glittering center diamond. Groups of three diamonds on each side give this ring a smooth tapered feel. The small accent diamonds on the sides adds just a little extra sparkle
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… this ring. The panda features white and black rhodium which gives this little guy the classic markings. A lattice of open metal bamboo stocks on both sides of the ring with marquise cut emeralds gemstones make this ring truly unique…
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… form a custom halo around the center diamond. Two matching trillion cut diamonds taper off in to the bright yellow gold band
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…center diamond. Two flush set diamonds accent the center, one of which is a black diamond. Created in 14k Star White Gold
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…. Six prongs hold the center stone for extra security, instead of just four. Created in hypo-allergenic 14k white goldThis engagement ring design features an oval Sapphire center stone, surrounded by a halo of round brilliant and marquise cut diamonds, creating a vintage flavored silhouette. Additional diamond accents …
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Art Deco vs Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
… video we show you the key differences between Art Deco and Art Nouveau jewelry (specifically focusing on engagement rings). You’ll learn about the key features and design ideas that typified each movement and how those concepts were … 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 that came before them. Art …
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News 10 Gold Story at Arden Jewelers
When KXTV News channel 10 did a story on the debt ceiling debate and its impact on the gold market, they came to us for an expert opinion. Arden Jewelers has been buying gold jewelry and watching the gold …
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At Home Gold Tests
In this video we try out some of the at-home gold tests we’ve seen online. Some of these creative solutions actually worked pretty well…and, some of them didn’t. We… more professional gold testing methods 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 … 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 found that this can catch some fakes. Liquid Foundation. This one really surprised us. …
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KCRA Visits Arden Jewelers
When KCRA 3 did a report on selling gold jewelry, they compared our offer to a gold party and other local jewelers. Arden Jeweler’s gave them the most for … gold jewelry, and we can do it for you too. Come by today and our professional jewelry buyers will make you a great off on your jewelry. Or, you can learn more about our jewelry buying service
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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 Jewelers …
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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 surrounding areas. Our gemologist trained buyers pay you for the entire piece: gold…
