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Gem in the Spotlight: Sapphire
Few gems capture the imagination as does sapphire. Sapphire‘s beauty inspired people to wonder. Ancient cultures had many lore and beliefs about the sapphire. The … the earth rested on a giant sapphire whose reflection gave the sky its color. Ancient priests and sorcerers honored sapphire above all gems, for this stone enabled them to interpret oracles and foretell the future. Symbolizing truth, … partners put great faith in the stone. If its luster dimmed, one knew his or her spouse had been unfaithful. Sapphire refused to shine when worn by the wicked or impure. Known as the celestial gemstone, the sapphire has been treasured for …
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Types of Jewelry Clasps
… them, this article is for you. History of Jewelry Clasps Jewelry clasps are a small but important component of many types of jewelry like necklaces, bracelets, and anklets. Clasps allow for easy attachment and removal of the jewelry and … today. The spring ring clasp features a small, spring-loaded mechanism that snaps shut to secure the jewelry. Other types of jewelry clasps that emerged in the 20th century include the lobster clasp, which features a spring-loaded …
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Types of Necklace Chains
…Cleaning – Dirt can get inside the rounded design causing 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… plates these chains are not very flexible and require special storage to keep them from kinking. Only certain types of slide pendants work well with omega chains. PROS Style – Like the herringbone, omega chains show a lot of gold and …
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What Are Lab Grown Diamonds?
…. Simulants are gems that look like a real, natural gem but are actually another material. So, a clear or white sapphire can be a diamond simulant because it looks like a diamond. That white sapphire can be natural or, here’s the trick, …natural vs synthetic), but that it is a substitute that looks like another gem. So, we can say that a man-made white sapphire is a “synthetic sapphire” or that it can be used as a “diamond simulant,” but it would be incorrect to say that it …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Emerald
… of chromium and vanadium in the crystal structure. Emerald’s Mohs hardness rating is 7.5-8 making it softer than sapphire and harder than amethyst and other quartz varieties. The refractive index of emerald ranges from 1.57 to 1.58, making …text and wore them as talismans. Notable Emeralds Trapiche emeralds are one of the most rare and highly sought-after types of emeralds in the world. Their name originated from traditional grinding wheels used for milling sugarcane in …
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Alternative Metals for Men’s Jewelry
… 6,191 degrees Fahrenheit. Tungsten is rated at about a 9 on the Mohs scale of hardness which is the same as Ruby or Sapphire and just below diamond (which is 10). Like these gems, tungsten is very scratch resistant and will not bend out of …come in around 7-8 on the Mohs hardness scale which is about the same as quartz or topaz but softer than tungsten or sapphire. Like most alternative metals, cobalt chrome bands are hypoallergenic and biocompatible. But, in our experience, …
Custom Designs (Show All Custom Designs)
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A unique ring with a beautiful story. The center stone is actually a heart shaped lab grown sapphire from a special ring owned by the customer’s wife. She wanted her new husband to have a piece of the ring, and we …
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A vibrant heart cut ruby is front and center on this fun ring. The matching pair of blue sapphire accents are nestled each side of the crown. Carefully crafted swooping yellow gold and chevron diamond band work together to make this special design
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An elegant and understated ring featuring a vibrant blue sapphire center, with a sparkling round brilliant diamond on either side. The lines of the shank are sleek and fluid, accentuating the center stone. The design speaks for itself
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The vibrant round blue sapphire is carefully set next to a cute carved metal panda which sits atop 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…
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This non-traditional halo engagement ring features a stunning marquise diamond, surrounded by round sapphires. The deep blue of the sapphire halo stands out boldly against the white gold, and contrasts nicely with the …
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This fashion forward custom piece features a bold blue trillion shaped sapphire with rose gold accents and a graceful shank
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Gemstones
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Sapphire, 0.96 cts. (#20306)
$1,200.00- Shape:
- Pear Cut
- Color:
- Pink
- Clarity:
- Eye Clean
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 6.59 × 4.92 × 3.41mm
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Sapphire, 0.62 cts. (#20308)
$550.00- Shape:
- Oval Brilliant
- Color:
- Blue
- Clarity:
- Eye Clean
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 6.14 × 4.08 × 2.68mm
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Sapphire, 0.88 cts. (#20304)
$850.00- Shape:
- Oval Brilliant
- Color:
- Green
- Clarity:
- Eye Clean
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 6.28 × 4.92 × 3.20mm
Videos
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The World’s Toughest Job
Mom’s do so much more than we realize. One card company posted ads for a fake job, and then did some interviews. They described the types of things that mom’s do: Work 24 hours a day Be on your feet all day Be constantly available Cook and clean Take care of injuries It’s a touching reminder to thank your mom for all that she does and did for you. Thanks to cardstore….
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FOX40 Jewelry Cleaning Story at Arden Jewelers
Zohreen Adamjee from FOX40’s morning news stopped by our shop to talk about jewelry cleaning as a romantic Valentine’s Day gift. We compare a professional cleaning from our jewelers with the at home version and also talk about some types of jewelry that you definitely don’t want to try to clean at home. If you are interested in having your jewelry cleaned or have any other questions, please feel free to contact us . This video was produced by and is the property of …
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
…to get advice on how to clean it. Windex and Toothbrush : Only use Windex (or glass cleaner) on Diamond, Rubies, and Sapphires. A toothbrush with mild hand soap or delicate jewelry cleaner can be used on most gems, however. Jewelry Cleaning … what jewelry is safe to clean with it. Ultrasonic : Only use the ultrasonic with the following gems: Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Quartz, Topaz, Tourmaline, Aqua, Morganite, Alexandrite, Garnet. Remember the warning above that other factors (…
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Jewelry That We Buy
… 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 gold rings Claddagh jewelry … nuggets. Gold flakes and dust are both worth money. We even buy gold in natural quartz rock. Arden Jewelers buy all types of gold class rings. These can be from high school class rings, collage class rings, military rings, corporate rings…
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Estate Jewelry Buying
… appraisals, we can help you with that as well (there is a charge for that service). There are a few different types of appraisals, and we can help you pick the one that’s best for you (read about the different types of appraisals ). Also …
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Alternative Gemstones for a Non Traditional Engagement Ring
… Diamonds. Most alternatives to Diamonds have color which makes stand out from the traditional clear white Diamond. Sapphire Engagement Rings The most common Diamond alternative for engagement rings is Blue Sapphire. The Duchess of Cambridge…. Corundum is a 9 on the Mohs hardness scale. Diamond is a 10, the hardest of any natural gem. Their hardness helps Sapphires and Rubies wear very well in engagement rings. There are also White Sapphires which look similar to diamonds, but …
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Rare and Beautiful
… & 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, but they can be found in almost any jewelry store you walk into. This … is a gorgeous stone with color to rival the world’s finest emeralds paired with exceptional clarity. Padparadscha Sapphire , this rare shade of Sapphire has a beautiful orange-pink color that makes it stand out from more traditional …
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Custom Jewelry Design FAQ
…have the jewelry made in platinum, 14 karat gold or even sterling silver. We can make your jewelry in many different types of gold like 9, 10 14, 18, 22, 24 karat gold. The gold can be white or yellow or even red or green. We can make two … as well. We even have at least three different qualities of white gold to choose from. If you are allergic to some types of gold we can work with you to find one you are not allergic to. Custom design sounds very complicated? Yes, it is …
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Jewelry Appraisals
We offer a variety of appraisal services, so you can chose what’s best for your needs. The most common appraisal is the Insurance Appraisal which focuses on replacement value. You can learn about the different types of appraisals here. Insurance Appraisal An Insurance appraisal is desirous by a client who wishes to insure their gems or jewelry items against damage, loss or theft with the appraisal reflecting the retail costs incurred to replace …
Blog Posts
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News 10, Diamond Prices, and Shopping Local
… a small, local jeweler like Arden Jewelers. Many people think that because of economies of scale and global competition they can save money by shopping at a larger jewelry retailer either online or at a chain location. For many other types of products, this is true. Walmart can use it’s size to buy cornflakes at a discount and pass on some of the savings to you. Jewelry, it turns out, is not quite as simple as breakfast cereal, and there are are several ways that a …
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How Much is My Jewelry Worth?
… value is: intrinsic value = metal value + gem value The metal (gold, silver, platinum, etc.) and gems (diamonds, sapphires, emeralds, etc.) are valued as raw materials based on current market rates. So, gold jewelry value, in this context, … type of worth or value we are talking about because jewelry has different values in different contexts. The main types of value are: intrinsic value, resale value, and appraised value. Intrinsic Value or Cash Value The intrinsic value of …
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Jewelry for Cheapskates
…more people are turning to silver as an alternative metal for fine jewelry. You can find high quality pieces set with precious gemstones in silver for very reasonable prices. Our Asteria line features many pieces in silver with white sapphire accents, for example. Keep in mind though that sterling silver is much softer than 14k or 18k gold. This means that it will generally wear faster, and anything with a tension based clasp (like a fold over or a box clasp) will need much…
