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This men’s band has an asymmetrical design, with a channel of square diamonds off-set near one edge, in the top of the shank. The brushed finish on the flat band gives the ring an industrial …
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This custom men’s band features a princess cut black diamond center in a square bezel. Channels of round black diamonds encircling the entire band. The dramatic contrast of white gold and black stones gives the piece a bold look, but …
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This ring features a stunning emerald cut center diamond. Sparkling round brilliant diamonds form a custom halo around the center diamond. Two matching trillion cut diamonds taper off in to the bright yellow …
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… unique band. The client opted for lab created rubies which are incredibly bright and saturated. Sparkling accent diamonds space out the hearts and finish the look. The end product is a stackable, wearable, and totally personalized custom …
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This unique piece features a pure, soft-white pearl as the centerpiece of the engagement ring. Diamonds accent both sides of the split shank adding a touch of sparkle while a matching band fits perfectly on either side …
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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…
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What are “Blood Diamonds”?
Conflict diamonds are diamonds illegally traded to fund conflict in war-torn areas, particularly in central and western Africa. The … action in opposition to those governments, or in contravention of the decisions of the Security Council.” These diamonds are sometimes referred to as “blood diamonds.” In July 2000, the global diamond industry made clear to the international… the Kimberley Process Certification System. This system was formally adopted in 2003 and guards against conflict diamonds entering the legitimate diamond supply chain. The diamond industry also adopted a voluntary System of Warranties to …
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Fake Diamonds: The Great Diamond Attack
… they were someone and the contestant would try to find out who was the real person. Technology has created many new diamonds and diamond lookalikes. “What is a real diamond?” is a difficult question these days. And the problem of separating …carbon element) and crystal structure (cubic) as natural diamond but made in a factory. Yes, they can make synthetic diamonds and have for many years now. Most are used in the manufacturing of tools like diamond tip drills. Synthetic diamond …
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How Are Lab Grown Diamonds Made?
…, many have tried to achieve this impressive feat. We have only recently been able to produce gem quality, lab grown diamonds that are large enough to be used in jewelry. But, how is it done? Early Efforts Throughout history, many people have… his techniques with some reported successes, but none could ever be scientifically verified. The quest continued. Diamonds are a crystalline form of carbon, and so making artificial carbon crystal was the problem of lab grown diamonds. For …
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What Are Lab Grown Diamonds?
In the simplest terms, lab grown diamonds are diamonds that have been made by people instead of mined out of the earth. If it’s so simple, you might wonder …this sentence. The complexity arises from the fact that lots of different terms have been used to describe lab grown diamonds and their cousins, and not everyone uses these terms in the same way. So, let’s begin with some vocabulary. …. The same cannot be said of the many imitation or fake gems that are often, incorrectly, described as synthetic diamonds. This misrepresentation has seriously confused what the term “synthetic” means, and it’s why most producers of man-made …
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The History of Diamond Cuts
One of the earliest recorded statements about diamonds is: “the substance that possesses the greatest value, not only among the precious stones, but of all human …’s love of diamonds and our quest to unlock their true brilliance. Before Diamond Cutting The Romans loved diamonds but did not have the technology to change their shape. So, the Romans wore uncut diamonds. One of diamond’s remarkable … octahedral shape which looks like two pyramids stuck together at the base. Naturally, the first attempts to enhance diamonds were to polish the natural gem. The “point cut” is the polishing of a natural octahedral diamond. Interesting fact #…
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Learn Secret Diamond Buying Skills From a Professional Diamond Buyer
… center of their universe. A diamond’s beauty energizes the whole person with a light show unique in the gem world. Diamonds are unique, just like the love it expresses, but unlike love we must put a value on a diamond. Understanding the 4 C’… else, supply and demand, but when you can carry a million dollars worth in your pocket the standards to evaluate diamonds are extremely exciting. The four C’s of carat, cut, color and clarity determine a common comparison. They don’t set the…
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Lab Grown Diamonds
Diamonds are some of the rarest and most beautiful things we have found on this planet. Reproducing their incredible strength… in a lab has been a goal of scientists for decades, and now, that dream is becoming a reality. In truth, man-made diamonds, also called lab grown diamonds or synthetic diamonds, have been around for quite some time. But, they have primarily … about that diamond tipped saw blade in your garage). Only recently have the techniques and methods of producing diamonds matured to where gem quality stones can be produced in large sizes. Lab grown diamond engagement rings Today, we are …
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Chocolate Diamonds and a Journey to the Center of the Earth
… came from a tiny inclusion in a diamond that most people would consider worthless (learn more about colored diamonds and their values here). Inclusions, as you may know, are small bits of foreign (non-diamond) material that were trapped … of the Earth’s oceans combined . This is a very exciting discovery, and as jewelers we love to hear stories where diamonds are the heros (or at least play supporting roles). You can’t help but be impressed by this little brown diamond and …
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Fancy Color Diamonds
When we think of diamonds, we often imagine brilliantly white gemstones. But every so often, a diamond will come out of the ground in vivid …of the total number of rough diamonds that are mined. Because of this, they are often far more expensive than normal diamonds. The range of colors in hue and intensity takes most people by surprise. The intensity of color in fancy color …, hue, intensity of color, size, clarity, and cut. Here’s a quick run down of the main fancy colors: Yellow Yellow diamonds are known as Canary diamonds. To be a fancy yellow diamond, the color must be more intense then a Z colorless diamond…
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New Jewelry: Floating Diamonds and California Tourmaline
We are excited to announce two new jewelry lines available now, just in time for the holidays: Floating Diamonds and California Tourmaline. Both of these new collections feature fantastic, original gift ideas and both of them are… feature a single diamond (or gemstone) suspended on our best “invisible” chains. We you are wearing them, the chain and setting almost disappear giving the look of a diamond floating in air. They are both trendy and timeless and they …
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Arden Jewelers Catches Undisclosed Lab Grown Diamond
…. Today, we’re sharing another way our gemologists are looking out for you. We recently received a pair of 3 carat diamonds from a trusted and well known diamond wholesaler. As part of our standard evaluation our head Graduate Gemologist, …The stone was returned, and the wholesaler will begin a thorough investigation of their supply chain. Now, lab grown diamonds are not a bad thing in and of themselves. We even carry a line of them called Balance , and they are a great way to …
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The World’s Largest Diamond Mine is Shutting Down
The Argyle mine in Australia is the world’s largest single source of diamonds and accounts for over 90% of the global supply of pink diamonds. In 2020, the mine is set to cease operations and …. The question we’re all asking now is: what impact will this have on diamond prices? Is Now the Time to Buy Diamonds? Whether you’ve had the mis fortune of sitting through an introductory economics course or not you know the basic rules of …from here. The worldwide diamond mining industry currently produces somewhere around 140-150 million carats of rough diamonds in a year. Of that, the Argyle mine has contributed around 14-17 million carats in recent years. So, we are looking …
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Balance : Earth Friendly Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Rings
… with you in mind. These original designs are handcrafted in our Sacramento studio using recycled gold and lab grown diamonds. Every aspect, from the design, to the materials, to the craftsmanship was carefully chosen to give you a ring that … 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 engagement ring to be earth-friendly? For us it means minimizing the environmental impact of…
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Jewelry That We Buy
…, platinum bracelets, platinum pins, platinum brooches, platinum pendants, more types of platinum jewelry. We Buy Diamonds and Gemstones Arden Jewelers has gemologist jewelry buyers. We buy many types of gemstones and diamonds. The gems and … Hair pins Rope chains Brooches Palladium jewelry Military gold rings Claddagh jewelry Rubies Emeralds Tanzanite Diamonds Pendants Charms and charm bracelets Wedding rings Tennis bracelets Platinum jewelry Designer jewelry Tiffany jewelry …
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Double Halo Engagement Ring
… classic that highlights and enhances the center diamond more than most traditional wedding rings. The small accent diamonds that surround the main round center diamond make it appear larger and give the overall ring a balanced and striking …’s sure to grab attention. The quality of the design and craftsmanship is incredible as well. Each of the 96 accent diamonds was hand picked and set by hand into the premium 18k white gold setting. Only high quality G color and VS clarity …
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Asteria: The Cure for the Common Gift
… predictable gifts, giving any stuffed animal as a gift, giving an electronic item as a gift that you will use more than the recipient. tell me more Asteria jewelry is a unique gift idea featuring a gemstone that was created thousands of years ago when a meteor impacted the Earth. Read more of the Asteria story . show me the cure Are you ready for the cure for the common gift? Check out the gallery of Asteria styles , or find out how you can fill your prescription for …
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About Us
… like diamond stud earrings and classic solitaire rings. We have a wide variety of engagement rings, wedding bands, diamonds, colored stones, earrings, pendants, pearls, estate jewelry, antique pieces, and so much more. We offer high high-… a family run business now in its second generation. Our philosophy is to provide fine jewelry of exceptional value and quality and the highest possible level of service. We have a unique, family style approach to our business and …
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Facts about Asteria
… for the common gift. It’s so good, it should come with a warning. Watch Now How Rare is Asteria? 3.6× Rarer than Diamonds 130 million carats of diamonds are mined every year. There are approximately 992 tons of diamonds in the world compared…
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Floating Diamond Necklaces
Checkout this exciting new line of minimalist necklaces we have just released. These classic designs highlight the main diamond (or gemstone) and go with any look or style. See the full line of floating diamond pendants here
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Fox 40 Visits Arden Jewelers for Valentine’s Gift Ideas
… from Arden Jewelers to get some Valentine’s Day 2015 gift ideas. We talked about engagement ring upgrades, dancing diamonds , diamond stud earrings, Asteria , and more. We had a lot of fun with the reporter ( Gary Gelfand ), and it was great…
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Gemologist Buyers Give You More Cash for Your Jewelry
… here in Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas. Our gemologist trained buyers pay you for the entire piece: gold, diamonds, and gemstones so you get more. Don’t risk mailing your gold away and trusting someone else with your jewelry. Sell your…
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Art Deco vs Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
… 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 Deco The Art Deco movement went in almost…In this 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 … for a deeper dive. Art Nouveau In Art Nouveau jewelry you are going to see organic designs featuring flowing lines and asymmetry. Artists took a lot of inspiration from nature both in the overall freeform aesthetic as well as in the …
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… we have demonstrated. The lists below are general guidelines, but there are exceptions to every rule. For example, diamonds are generally extremely durable and safe to clean with all of these methods. However, if a diamond has surface … 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 can clean your jewelry at home to keep it shining in between visits to the …
