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Give Back and Support East African Gem Miners
Update (9/15/2021): This event has ended, and we were able to donate over $200.00 to Gem Legacy’s COVID-19 relief efforts. Thank you to everyone who participated, and remember that you can donate anytime … time to think about giving back and supporting our global community than today. That’s why we are partnering with Gem Legacy to help lend a hand to artisanal gemstone miners in East Africa. From now until September 14th, we will donate … our online shop* directly to Gem Legacy’s COVID-19 relief efforts for gem mining communities in East Africa. About Gem Legacy Gem Legacy is a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to supporting education, vocational training, and local economies in…
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Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas 2021
… for Valentine’s Day). In addition to the classic diamond studs, we also have a great selection of gemstones like emerald, ruby, peridot, and more. Not sure which one to get her? Diamond is always a great choice, or go with her birthstone. …If she stuck with you through stay at home orders, sheltering in place, and a year of uncertainty, she deserves a nice Valentine’s Day gift. This year we are featuring a great collection of … minute gift ideas for all the procrastinators out there (you know who you are). Save up to 50% off on genuine Tiffany & Co. rings, bracelets, necklaces, and more. Tiffany jewelry is both iconic and beautiful. You can‘t go wrong …
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Diamond Selection – 4C’s and an F
Diamond buying is hard enough. First you have to understand the 4C’s, and then you have to try to judge if diamond certifications are accurate. So, adding one more aspect to …. But then, here comes fluorescence. The natural response is to keep it simple: if it has fluorescence it’s bad, and if it doesn’t it’s good. Unfortunately, simple does not work here. What is fluorescence? Fluorescence is a form of …is created when a diamond is exposed to low or high wave ultraviolet light. Some degree is common in nearly one half of all diamonds. One major point in understanding ultraviolet light is sun light is a strong source of ultraviolet …
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Chocolate Diamonds and a Journey to the Center of the Earth
…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 inside the …It’s a question that has fascinated humans for as long as we can remember: “What is beneath our feet?” One theory that may seem unlikely to you and me is that…here). However, in this case, one inclusion provided the key to unlocking a very old mystery. Ringwoodite, is a substance that has been theorized to exist in this subterranean ocean, but has never been found on Earth except when brought…
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Stackable Birthstone Rings for Mom
Let’s face it. Mother’s jewelry is not known for its style. We know moms are proud of their children, but shouldn’t they be proud of their jewelry too? Today, we’re introducing a new line of stackable …just in time for Mother’s Day. If you’re not a member of the jewelry trade, there’s a good chance you’ve never heard of Mother’s jewelry. For the uninitiated, Mother’s jewelry is any jewelry (rings, pendants, etc.) that features the … born in. So, if she has a daughter born in February and a son born in August, a mom would get a piece featuring an Amethyst for her daughter and a Peridot for her son. You can learn about all of the traditional birthstones right here. …
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Learn about Morganite and Jewelry Allergies
…soft-pink gem that is growing in popularity . It is a form of the mineral Beryl which puts it in the same family as Emerald. But, unlike its green cousin, Morganite is usually free from inclusions giving it a clean and pure look. You will … do more than that. Which is why we created the Fine Jewelry University . There, you can learn about gold, diamonds, gemstones, buying, selling, cleaning, and just about anything else related to jewelry from GIA trained, battle-tested …
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Heart and Soul, Valentine’s Day Gift Sale
… gift staples starting around $50 in-store including: Diamond stud earrings Birthstone jewelry Stacking diamond and gemstone bands Engagement ring upgrades … a lot more Online Shopping Options Prefer to shop in your PJs? Hearts aren’t …Spoil your special someone this year with our brand new collection of Valentine’s Day gift ideas. This year we are featuring a dazzling array of heart themed jewelry … also featuring two great options for online shopping: Save 20% off on vintage jewelry on our Etsy shop ! These one-of-a-kind vintage and antique pieces are all on sale from now until February 14th. No coupon code necessary, just visit …
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How to Sell Your Jewelry
… condition and demand when you sell. Clean jewelry shows the item at its best and helps in evaluating the design and gems, so be sure to clean your jewelry before you go to sell it. Here are some cleaning tips. Never clean gold and gems …, but they can damage some gems. Try and avoid them if you can and know for certain if they well not hurt the gems in your jewelry. Use a mild soap with warm water and a soft toothbrush, then rinse thoroughly for most jewelry. A hard …
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Jewelry for Cheapskates
…what you pay for,” and in some cases that can be true. Each jeweler is different, and when you shop at a value oriented store like Arden Jewelers, you should get a little more than you pay for. But, quality jewelry isn’t cheap, and the hig… earrings than they do to look at a ring. So, while you might want to stick with SI2 or better clarity for your engagement ring, you can go with an I1 or even I2 diamond for much less in earrings. The savings can be huge. Freshwater …
