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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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Art Deco vs. Art Nouveau Style Jewelry
… stones to create pieces that were not just adornments but works of art. Many Art Nouveau jewelry pieces were made in silver, but white gold and platinum were quite common as well. The diamonds used in Art Nouveau jewelry were typically …We also have a fun, informative video on Art Deco vs. Art Nouveau jewelry which you may like. The Art Nouveau and Art Deco movements have … on virtually all forms of art and design, including jewelry, for over 100 years. Each style brought unique elements into jewelry design, reflecting broader cultural and artistic shifts while captivating wearers with their unmistakable …
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Types of Jewelry Clasps
…-and-eye clasp which was used by ancient Egyptians and is the oldest known clasp style. This type of clasp was often made from softer metals like gold or copper and used to fasten necklaces and bracelets. The hook-and-eye clasp was also … and mass produced for modern jewelry. CONS Longevity – Spring rings tend to wear faster over time because they are made to be lightweight. If this is a chain that you are taking on and off daily, spring rings will wear out faster than …
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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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Legal Information
… full refund to be credited back to you via the payment method you used to purchase the item. Refunds will only be made to the original payment method used for the purchase. We reserve the right to refuse any exchange or refund if we …Shipping and Returns We want you to be happy. If you are dissatisfied with your purchase, we would love to make it right, … what bothers you, exchanging the product for a different one, or giving a full refund (including original shipping). If you would like to make a return, send the item back to us in its original condition with all documentation and …
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Mistletoe and Holly
… and beyond for over 25 years. We know that we can help you find a gift that is not only beautiful, but also well made and an incredible value. But, don’t take our word for it, read some of our testimonials and see what our customers have…Mistletoe and Holly This gorgeous collection features soft pink gemstones like rose quartz and morganite set in rose gold. The colors are a prefect compliment to each other …know you’re getting the prefect gift. Plus, every piece is on sale from now until December 24th for 25% off. Shop online or in store before this deal disappears! “Arden Jewelers has been such an AWESOME company to work with. I have been…
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AI Jewelry Design Competition
… ring. I checked out a few places before I settled on Arden, and I am so glad that I chose to work with Angelo! He made the process incredibly easy, and created an engagement ring that my fiancé loves.” – David B. (Davis, CA) Custom … the best possible price for high quality jewelry, and AI generated custom design is no different. You’ll get a well made piece of jewelry at a price you can afford. Family Jeweler When you shop with us you’re not a number. You’re family…
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Rare and Beautiful
Be One of a Kind Introducing the Rare and Beautiful collection. This unique line of handmade jewelry features uncommon gems in modern, stylish mountings. Only one piece in each style will be made to launch the… edition collection to celebrate individuality. When you give a Rare & Beautiful piece to someone you are saying that they are one-of-a-kind, unique, rare. Diamonds, rubies, and sapphires are wonderful gems and much more popular, … they can be found in almost any jewelry store you walk into. This collection is all about breaking the mold and being different. Shop the Collection Can’t make it in to the shop? No problem, we’ve put the full Rare & Beautiful …
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Floating Diamond Necklace
… jewelry for over 30 years. We know that we can help you find a gift that is not only beautiful, but also well made and an incredible value. Exceptional Value We have built our reputation on giving your the best deals on jewelry every …Floating Diamonds This brand new collection features solitaire diamonds (and gemstones) placed in simple settings and … chains. When you’re wearing them the chain and setting almost disappear giving the impression of a diamond floating in mid air. Understated and elegant, these necklaces can go with any look and can be layered to create your own unique …
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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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Gifts to Celebrate What Matters
… as well. You’ll also get 33% off on any custom mounting for your gem. So, you get a personalized piece of jewelry made just for you at a great price, and a free gem to go in it! Salt and Pepper Diamonds We’re also excited to announce a …After one of the most tumultuous years in recent memory, we have once again come to the holiday season. This year, we wanted to take a step back and just say… stood by us through it all, and we are so grateful. Earlier this month many of you received a free gemstone from us in the mail along with coupons for a personalized piece of jewelry for your gem. Since we weren’t able to mail gems to …
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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
