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How Are Lab Grown Diamonds Made?
…was demonstrated. Henri Moissan was one of the early pioneers in the field. In 1893, he claimed to have successfully made a diamond by heating charcoal to 3,500 degrees Celsius inside a carbon crucible. Many attempts were made to … of deep volcano brings them up to where humans can find and mine them. The first successful synthetic diamonds were made by mimicking nature with High Pressure/High Temperature (HPHT) manufacturing. There are three basic manufacturing …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Jade
…Aztecs. They used it for medicinal purposes and carved it into jewelry and religious artifacts. When jadeite reached China for the first time in the 1700s, gem carving had already been a tradition for thousands of years. At that time, gem … desirable piece of material. Green nephrite is mined all over the globe, but the main producers are Northwestern China, British Columbia, and Siberia. Myanmar (Burma) and Guatemala are the primary sources of jadeite. Care and Cleaning of …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Quartz
… gems are important to a wide range of cultures, eras, and peoples. They are heralded in the Bible, Ancient Egypt, China, India, and many other civilizations. History is full of people who took power and comfort from one or another variety… banned its use when describing green quartz. The Macrocrystalline or Crystal Varieties of Quartz These gems are made of one, single crystal, and they include some of the most widely known and recognizable quartz species. If you were born…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Pearl
… the South Sea pearls, Tahitian pearls, and Akoya pearls. Akoya pearls, grown in Akoya oysters found in Japan and China, were first introduced in the early 1900s and quickly became popular due to their high quality and consistency. …: Grown in freshwater mussels rather than saltwater oysters, they are typically produced in the rivers and lakes of China, the United States, and Europe. Because they can be grown in large quantities, freshwater pearls are generally less …
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Types of Necklace Chains
…them to need a bit more frequent cleaning than other chain types. Herringbone Chain The classic herringbone chain is made with short links that are connected in an offset V pattern. These chains are wide and flat with a very thin profile… omega chain has a flat, smooth, and shiny look. Some key differences from herringbone chains are omega chains are made of small metal plates that are installed very close together over a wire mesh. The wire substructure, which is often …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Tourmaline
Tourmaline is one of the most beautiful gems that you’ve probably never heard of. Less popular than the likes of ruby or … 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 most likely used … the advent of modern gemology, most tourmaline was believed to be ruby, sapphire, or emerald. Gemology of Tourmaline Gemologically speaking, tourmaline is its own mineral and not a species or member of a different family (unlike …
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How Custom Jewelry is Made
Custom jewelry design is one of the most fascinating things that we do. In this video we take you through the entire process from coming up with a great idea to … product. Our goal is to make custom design fun and easy, and we hope that comes through in this video. A lot goes into making a piece of custom jewelry, but it’s what we do best, so you can sit back and enjoy the process while we make … you have always dreamed of. If you want to learn more you can check out our Custom Jewelry FAQ , or visit the main custom design page . A big thanks to ZP Casting for sharing some great video of their facilities
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Behind the Scenes with FOX 40
FOX 40 visited Arden Jewelers to get some help with a piece on professional jewelry cleaning. We made this fun behind-the-scenes video of the shoot
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California Tourmaline
Mined in California, Made in California. This beautiful new line of jewelry is exclusively available at Arden Jewelers and features locally …
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Art Deco vs Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
… of genuine pieces from both eras. Please feel free to contact us anytime. Or, if you would like a custom piece made using inspiration from either style, we specialize in that kind of work as wellIn this video we show you the key differences between Art Deco and Art Nouveau jewelry (specifically focusing on …’ll learn about the key features and design ideas that typified each movement and how those concepts were expressed in jewelry. Checkout our full article on Art Deco vs Art Nouveau for a deeper dive. Art Nouveau In Art Nouveau jewelry …
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… and dry it with a hair dryer to avoid water spots. Jewelry Cleaning Solutions There are several different, purpose made, jewelry cleaning solutions that you can use. We demonstrate one that is designed to clean and remove tarnish from …Jewelry looks best when it’s cleaned regularly. While we recommend that you bring your jewelry in every 6 months to a year for a professional cleaning and checkup, there are a lot of great ways you… jewelry at home to keep it shining in between visits to the jeweler. Toothbrush and Windex Be sure to plug the drain before you start to make sure no small gems are lost. Rinse the jewelry in water. Spray the piece liberally with …
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The Custom Design Process
… the precision of the finished product but it gives you the ability to see your design even before the wax is made. Now you can make adjustments to get it looking exactly the way to want it to before its made. Third, once you approve the … to make it ready for you to wear! This is our favorite part of the custom jewelry process, when the jewelry has made the complete journey from dream to reality! We hope this helped you to better understand the custom jewelry design …
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How to Get Engaged
… on Facebook, Twitter, and the like should be spread after the close relationship announcements have been made. Celebrate your engagement. Use the word fiancé a lot because this is the only time you get to use it. Knowing your love, trust…Proposing is such a significant life event that it can seem overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are a few things to…First, don’t let Hollywood be your benchmark. They have million dollar budgets to show case an engagement. Sky writing “Marry Me” or renting a billboard to ask for her hand in marriage can be very memorable. But, so can walking to the …
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The History of the Engagement Ring
Wedding bands go way back in history. One example 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 … the churches by the priests during a suitable and fixed time, so that if legitimate impediments exist, they may be made known. The engagement ring took on its familiar form in 1886, when Tiffany & Co. introduced the “Tiffany setting…symbol of eternal love. The diamond engagement ring has become the archetypal, universal symbol of love. The fourth finger of the left hand has symbolism of its own. Ancient peoples believed it to be connected directly to the heart by …
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Valentine’s Day Engagement Ring Sale 2018
… a gift card. “Angelo and all of his guys and gals at Arden Jewelers are awesome. We both adore the ring, and Angelo made the whole process so easy. I loved all my experiences with them, and give them the highest recommendation!!!” – …Get a Free Romantic Steak Dinner for Two What’s better than getting a fantastic deal on a beautiful engagement ring? Getting a free steak dinner …’s Chris Steak House® as our gift to you (see below for full details). A deal this good can’t last forever. Buy online or in store today because on February 14th at 5:00pm this offer disappears for good! How it Works You spend a minimum…
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Jewelry That We Buy
… is a white metal and can last for many years. Broken platinum jewelry is welcome. We buy just about anything made out of platinum: platinum rings, platinum chains, platinum bracelets, platinum pins, platinum brooches, platinum pendants, … rings Diamond engagement rings Class rings Achievement rings Antique jewelry Estate jewelry Broken jewelry Custom made jewelry Chains Sapphires Pearls Gold nuggets Promise rings Hair pins Rope chains Brooches Palladium jewelry Military …
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Computer Aided Jewelry Design
… Artisan from the time of the pharaohs, to the time of the Caesars, to the time of the high Middle Ages, to now, has made jewelry the same way. Now Arden Jeweler’s artists, with computer technology, are producing world class Jewelry in a …. With Matrix we can show our clients what the ring will look like when it is done on the screen before any wax is made. A client comes in and has an idea for a ring. After conversing with the jewelry designer, and describing the ring to …
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The Truth About Synthetic Gems
…gems, so I figured I’d start with a quick explanation of the subject. Here’s an excerpt from an article I wrote: Man made gems come in many forms. Every thing from simple glass to plastic to high tech chemical tongue twister like … as a natural gem, it would be very hard to tell them apart. In gemology we call this a synthetic gem. So a man made synthetic ruby has the same exact chemical formula and crystal structure and optical characteristics as a natural ruby. …
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Enduring Family Business
… algorithm cooks it up, or maybe Google asks trusted locals to write them. But, for some reason, the words made be pause: “Enduring family-owned store…”. If you’ve ever been involved in a small business, you know that it’s not easy. …I happened 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 …, and skills on a daily basis that stretch you to the limit. Competitors are many, communication is constantly evolving, and compliance is never ending. Now, please don’t get me wrong. We love what we do, and we wouldn’t have it any …
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What is This Year’s Unique Gift Idea?
… short answer is: Asteria is the amazing, unique, must-have gift this holiday season. The story of how Asteria was made by nature is remarkable. Asteria is a romantic gift with a story ready made for your personal situation. Asteria can …It’s that time of year again. What to get my girl? What do I want the gift to do for her? Do I want a holiday gift that is like all the others? How… my Christmas gift to be? How romantic a gift should I get? How unexpected should this year’s be? What is unique in Sacramento to give as a gift? How can jewelry express an exceptional gift giving experience? Being one of Sacramento’s …
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Vintage and Handmade Jewelry on Etsy
Do you love vintage jewelry? Are you always on the hunt for a great find? Do you want something made just for you? If you answered “Yes” to any of those questions, we have big news for you. Arden Jewelers has recently…perfect platform to showcase our collection of vintage jewelry , and it’s also a great way to order a custom piece made just for you. What is Etsy? If you haven’t heard of Etsy (where have you been?) it’s an online marketplace where …’s unique about Etsy is that you won’t find anything that’s mass produced or brand new (unless it’s custom made). The Arden Jewelers Difference We have been jewelry buyers in Sacramento for almost 25 years, and in that time we have built …
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Clearance Sale Going on Now!
… will bring in special lines of “promotional” jewelry for clearance sales like this. These pieces are specially made to be sold at an enormous discount. They are mass produced to the lowest acceptable quality standards using the most … is more than just quality estate jewelry, it is what we would call heirloom quality . These are pieces that are made to stand the test of time and to be passed down from generation to generation. Right now, you can find incredible deals …
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The New Heirloom
… 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 stand the test of time. Then, you know you can pass it on to the next generation to enjoy and treasure as an …It’s the most wonderful time of the year. If you are searching for a thoughtful and beautiful gift for that special someone in your life, you have come to the right place. Each … love and romance. Some years we focus on over the top, absolute “wow” gifts, and some years it’s all about not breaking the bank. This year, our gift guide is about the story behind the jewelry . We want to focus on gifts that are more…
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A unique and modern take on the classic solitaire engagement ring. This ring is made in hypo-allergenic 14k white gold, with a sleek profile, and featuring a round brilliant center diamond
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Here we have made an engagement ring that is nonetheless dazzling for its understated design. The ring features five sparkling round … diamonds. The beauty is in the detail; the integrated mountings gives a congruence to the piece, while a subtle indentation around the shank adds a certain elegance
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This elegant woven knot ring was custom made for this beautiful morganite gemstone. The rose gold compliments the exquisite color of this morganite. The curved …
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This simple band is made with “recycled” diamonds. The stones were originally from various pieces of jewelry belonging to one of our clients…
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This gorgeous opal ring has a minimal bezel design, made interesting with the unique by-pass style of the shank. The flashes of color from the opal remind one of an …
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… cut diamond. The chevron design and glittering accent diamonds gives this ring a one of a kind look. This custom made matching band utilizes baguette cut and round cut diamonds to make a remarkable bold look. Ready to start your own …designers will be happy to talk about your custom creation. Our process is fast, fun, and easy. So, what are you waiting for
