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Types of Necklace Chains
…, it is easy to see why rope chains are so popular. PROS Durability – The redundant links in a solid rope chain means that even if one or two of the links fail, the chain can still hold together. Flexibility – Rope chains are very … be often be diamond cut which gives them an even more lively and glittering appearance. Diamond cutting on a chain means there are small notches that are cut into the links and brightly polished. These notches will catch and reflect the …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Morganite
… is a relatively new addition with its first recorded discovery occurring in California in the early 1900s. This means you won’t find any tales of ancient kings wearing Morganite on their crowns or other such legends. Morganite’s lore and… soft pink, violet-pink, or pale salmon. It is the subtle, understated nature of Morganite’s color that sets it apart from many of the more popular gemstones. Morganite has an impressive family tree. It is a beryl gem which puts it in …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Tourmaline
… in submarines. History and Lore of Tourmaline The name tourmaline comes from the Singhalese word turamali, which means “mixed gems” owing to the fact that the gem can look like many others. Tourmaline was first discovered in 1554 in … in the gem world and remains the best kept secret of gem collectors and connoisseurs who appreciate its unique properties and stunning array of colors. In fact, tourmaline is found in almost any color you can imagine, and people have …
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The Magic of Polarized Light
…of the molecules are aligned with each other so only a certain vibrational direction of light can pass through. This means that all of the light that passes through a polarizing filter is “polarized.” Common Uses for Polarizing Filters … out a different direction of light, and the second one is filtering out the opposite direction of the first. This means that all of the light that makes it through the first filter is then blocked by the second one. Placing a gemstone in…
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How to Value Inherited Jewelry
…more factors the seller may only find a buyer willing to pay $800. This does not change the jewelry value. It simply means that the current owner could only find a willing buyer at that price. So, how can we fairly determine how much a … estimates the price an item would sell to a used jewelry customer. The word “estate” in this context simply means used or pre-owned. When someone chooses to buy a piece of used jewelry, excluding cases of rare or highly sought after …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Alexandrite
…’s crystal structure. It absorbs most wavelengths of light very well, only transmitting green and red light. This means that depending on the light source the stone will reflect more of the accent colors of light. Since fluorescent light …, or even ruby, alexandrite has been known around the world as one of the most sought-after gems for the better part of 200 years. But, what makes this stone so special? Gemology of Alexandrite Alexandrite is the extremely rare, color-…
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Engravable Jewelry Sale 2023
A Meaningful Gift This brand new line of engravable jewelry has something for every look and every budget. Engravings are … send you an email with a sample image. You can reply and make any needed adjustment (you can also send your own artwork or handwriting via email). Once you like the design, we’ll engrave it and ship your order! You can also contact us …
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Alternative Gemstones for a Non Traditional Engagement Ring
… look worn and abraded over time. Pearls are a very soft gem, with a Mohs rating of 2.5 to 4.5. Pearl jewelry is not meant for everyday use, which makes it a poor choice for an engagement ring. But, some antique wedding rings are Pearls. …. The alternatives to a Diamond for engagement rings are more varied than most people think. They range from gems worthy of the crown jewels to man-made imitations of Diamonds. Most alternatives to Diamonds have color which makes stand …
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Balance : Earth Friendly Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Rings
… rings on the market today, a choice to stand out from the crowd, a choice to make a statement, a choice to find new meaning in an old and treasured symbol. Earth-Friendly: Recycled Gold, Lab Grown Diamonds What does it mean for an … else, so why buy a ring that looks like everyone else’s? Peace of Mind Using recycled gold and lab grown diamonds means you can sleep easy at night knowing that no gold or diamonds were mined to make your engagement ring. Exceptional …
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Get More Cash for Your Jewelry
… jewelry you are selling and 2) has the skills necessary to accurately evaluate it. First, let’s talk about what it means to have a good use for jewelry. If you are buying a piece of jewelry and your sole intention is to resell it to a … and pass the test, you receive your certificate as a GIA trained gemologist. Of course, knowledge alone doesn’t mean that you will pay the most for jewelry. There are extremely knowledgeable buyers out there who have no qualms about …
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The History of the Engagement Ring
… the concept of engagement with the word “betrothed.” Betrothed comes from the Anglo-Saxon word “troweth,” which means truth. In this way, the betrothed couple shared a “truth” or “pledge” to marry. The ring served as the outward sign … 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 beginning or end and is seen as an ancient symbol of …
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Computer Aided Jewelry Design
… without paying the high custom jewelry prices. We are now creating jewelry on various 3D CAD CAM programs. CAD means computer aided design, and CAM means computer aided manufacturing. There are several benefits for working with CAD CAM …jewelry designer starts to design the ring. When he has a prototype for the customer to look at he renders it, which means he creates a photo-realistic image of the solid model. This rendering process has many elements as well, such as …
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The New Heirloom
…about the story behind the jewelry . We want to focus on gifts that are more than sparkly. These gifts have a deeper 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 … design of the pendant lets you wear it many different ways. So, you can change it up and make it your own. The meaning of the True North collection goes even farther than this though. As you know, the North Star is a fixed and dependable…
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Enduring Family Business
… to check our Google Maps listing the other day (something we small business owners do a lot), and I noticed the short description that was chosen for our business. Of course, we don’t have any control over this description, and I don’t… has endured for over 30 years now, and that is all because of you. Our business has the best clients and support of any that I know. You stuck by us when we couldn’t open our doors, and you’re still here today. Google chose to describe…
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50% Off Valentine’s Day Gifts
… candy hearts, romantic dinners, and plenty of pink. Is this the year to go all out and show her just how much she means to you? If so, we have just the thing. We have a special collection of Valentine’s Day jewelry on sale in our store …
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Sell Jewelry Through the Mail
Today we are announcing our remote jewelry buying program! Just because our doors our closed doesn’t mean we can’t keep giving you the best price for your jewelry. How Does it Work? Ready to see how much your jewelry is … meet. A small silver lining is that gold prices have increased around 23% over the course of the last year. That means that if you have broken or unwanted jewelry, it’s worth a lot more today than it was one year ago. So, if you could …know about it. We’ll let you know if it’s something that we can buy. Mail us the jewelry via the US Post Office (unfortunately, we can’t accept UPS or FedEx packages during the COVID-19 shelter in place). We’ll evaluate it and make you …
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Get a Free Ticket to the International Wedding Festival
… engravable jewelry which make great gifts for your bridesmaids. Each one can be personalized making them even more meaningful. You can order them at the show or just get ideas and come in to our store later. Most pieces can be finished …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, we have been given two free tickets to…
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Buy Jewelry with Bitcoin
… fees. Since we are always striving to provide our customers with the best possible value, any money we can save means less money you have to pay. This is one of the main reasons we wanted to start accepting bitcoin. So, do some shopping…
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Sideways Cross 14k Yellow Gold Engravable Necklace
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Engravable Heart Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold
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Jen Lesea : Mountain Range Bar Necklace
$150.00 Add to cart -
Engravable Bar Necklace with Diamond Accent
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Engravable Circular Disc Earrings in Sterling Silver
$135.00 Add to cart -
Personalized Bar Pendant with Diamond Accent
$140.00 – $325.00
Custom Designs
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A custom ring doesn’t have to be big and flashy to be meaningful. This small band features three diamonds in unique settings and a thin band. Understated yet stylish, this ring is easy to wear everyday and looks great with everything
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…simple floral pattern in metal. Recessed into both the engagement ring and the band are words and symbols of special meaning to the client highlighted in black against the bright yellow finish of the gold
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Good Day Sacramento Talks Engravable Personalized Jewelry with Arden Jewelers
…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 jewelry that we can personalize in almost any way you would like. If you don’t see something you love online, you can always contact us…
