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A stunning three stone cocktail ring in 14k yellow gold. The emerald cut Aquamarine center stone is complimented by two matched Aquamarines, one on either side. …
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This is a classic three stone style design with a European style square-bottom shank, a deep red pear cut ruby center stone and round brilliant …
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The perfectly round halo is a great backdrop to the glittering center diamond. Groups of three diamonds on each side give this ring a smooth tapered feel. The small accent diamonds on the sides adds just a little extra sparkle.
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… 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 with marquise cut emeralds gemstones make this ring truly unique
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This is a truly artistic take on the popular two stone ring concept. Two perfectly matching diamonds are set at an offset on the top of the ring with a gently curved line of sparkling accent diamonds running in between them. A very special ring for a very special person
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Custom jewelry makes anything possible, and this piece is a great example of that. It is a classic two stone ring with a diamond set alongside a blue zircon. These gems are not often seen together, but they make a striking … oval diamond nestles perfectly next to the pear cut zircon. Because of blue zircon’s high index of refraction, both stones sparkle brilliantly and perfectly complement each other. Just as the Toi et Moi (you and me) design symbolizes the …
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Gold Purity and The Differences Between White and Yellow Gold
…scientists tell us gold is an element with the chemical symbol Au. We know it is the heraldic metal and it is a rare yellow mineral that is the most malleable and pliable of all metals. Yes, but what does that mean to me? Gold is a … that this is a true 14 karat mix. White Gold Can there be other colors of gold engagement rings? Yes, Gold is yellow metal but adding copper to gold makes it redder and adding silver, zinc and any other metal makes gold paler. The white …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Quartz
…, all of these fancy names are just different ways of saying “Quartz!” Crystal Name Color Amethyst Purple Citrine Yellow to reddish orange to brown, greenish yellow Prasiolite Green (often mistakenly referred to as Green Amethyst) Rock …crystal quartz Rutilated Quartz Typically colorless and can have black or gold needle inclusions Ametrine Purple and yellow/orange color zoning (a combination of “Amethyst” and “Citrine”) Bi-color Quartz Colorless and any other color like …
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The Birthstones
… gemstones, Garnet. Garnet’s pizzazz energizes the gloomiest day. Garnet varieties brighten the world in colors of yellow to gold, bright orange to true orange, brown to cinnamon, pinks to greens, and of course many shades of red. Garnets … other color is called sapphire. Learn more about Ruby August’s Birthstone: Peridot and Spinel Peridot is a lovely yellow-green gem with a rich history. Legend has it that peridot was the favorite gemstone of Cleopatra. The ancients called …
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Learn Secret Diamond Buying Skills From a Professional Diamond Buyer
… to the next level of less transparency color. D to F are colorless grades, G-J are near colorless, K-M faint yellow on down the scale to more inner color. Colorless is also called white. The key to judging color is a master. Master sets … at to your diamond. Note: keep your diamond very clean to judge accurately. It does not matter if your diamond is yellow or D colorless you are using it as a measure to judge other stones. If you don’t have a diamond use a CZ, but have …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Topaz
… and red colors are present (although much of the jewelry industry might call golden topaz imperial). Golden Topaz: Yellow to orange without any red component (could be called precious topaz if more orange). Smokey Topaz: Brownish grey …, to violet, to green. These coatings can allow topaz to be any color of your preference. Topaz itself is a hard gemstone with a Mohs hardness of 8. Mohs hardness is a standardized metric of how difficult it is to scratch something. For …
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Platinum
… the brilliance and will maintain its shining luminosity forever, unlike other white metals which can, in time, turn yellow or tarnish. Platinum belongs to the noble and precious metals family. It is resistant to tarnishing and … an increasingly popular choice for jewelry, either on its own or as the setting for diamonds and other precious gemstones. Platinum jewelry does not fade or tarnish and keeps its looks for a lifetime. Platinum’s purity makes it … wear. Its density and weight make it a durable jewelry metal. Platinum does not wear away and holds precious stones firmly and securely. Like all precious metals, platinum scratches. However, the scratch on a platinum piece is merely a …
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Engagement Ring Trends for 2024
… trends we’ve seen emerge so far. Check them out, and let us know which one is your favorite in the comments below. Yellow Gold Yellow gold is making a big comeback this year. It has this timeless vibe that feels both classic and modern at … are loving how warm and elegant it looks whether it’s paired with a traditional diamond or something more colorful. Yellow engagement rings were the “gold” standard in the 1960s-1980s. Since then, white gold has been much more popular …
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Fancy Color Diamonds
… by its rarity, 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 …diamonds can display needle-like color zones making them look less pure in color. Orange Orange diamonds have strong yellow or brown hues mixed in with the orange. They are described as pastel by many people who view them. Orange diamonds …
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Give Your Jewelry Regular Check Ups…Really
…your jewelry won’t wear with time. Routine wear can actually take quite a toll on jewelry: white gold starts to look yellow, scuff marks dull the once bright finish, valuable diamonds and gemstones come loose, and on and on. As with most …
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Arden Jewelers Catches Undisclosed Lab Grown Diamond
…. Using our brand new, state-of-the-art lab grown diamond tester was mostly just a matter of procedure as the stones were supposed to be natural. He was completely shocked when the tester flagged one of the two gems as a possible lab grown…like a natural diamond. He ran the test a few more times and even confirmed on our secondary lab diamond tester, the stone was definitely lab grown . Of course, we notified the wholesaler right away who was likely just as much a victim in …
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Meet the Jewelers: Sacramento Indie Jewelry Designers
… collection is called “Birdwatch” and focuses on various whimsical and detailed birds perched on raw crystals, stones, and wood, showcasing polished and intricate metalwork carefully balanced with rougher foundations, just as we see with …’er Chic Bio: My name is Jhon, and I am 58 years old. My father was a jeweler. He taught me how to cut and polish stones before I was ten. In the past, I worked extensively in repair and restoration in jewelry and precious stones in St. …
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Lab Grown Diamonds
… some time. But, they have primarily been used in industrial applications (think 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 excited to introduce our brand new line of lab grown diamond engagement rings: Balance. These rings are designed and produced right here in Sacramento, CA. …
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Alternative Gemstones for a Non Traditional Engagement Ring
… in the wedding ring. Topaz Engagement Rings Topaz is a beautiful stone that comes in a variety of colors, from yellow, to orange to blue hues. It is a strong stone, with a Mohs rating of 8. Another advantage is that Topaz generally tends …, but you don’t want a clear gemstone for your engagement ring, you can look into colored Diamonds. Blue, pink, red, yellow, brown, green and black are the most popular colors of Diamonds. Some colored Diamonds are priced much less than the…
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Diamond Setting Style Comparison
Becoming familiar with popular styles of stone setting can help you decide what you do and don’t like when it comes to engagement rings. It’s a great starting … for your engagement ring now or just getting ideas for the future. The following are some of the most common stone setting styles. 4 Prong Setting It’s not hard to see why this style is persistently popular. Its classic simplicity makes … is similar to the 4 prong setting. However, the 6 prong style has its own distinct look, as well as providing the stone with a bit more security. A 6 prong setting is a wise choice for those who appreciate the prong style, but who have a …
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Custom Jewelry Design FAQ
…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 tone white and yellow or red and white. For that fact, if you want we can put …questions about what you want and we know what it takes to make that happen. If you don’t like white gold that looks yellowish, we know how to fix that. If you don’t want the ring to slide around, we can fix that. Custom design is about the…
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Legal Information
… local jeweler every six months to a year to ensure their integrity from daily wear. However, because of daily wear, stones may become loose over time and become dislodged. In the unlikely event that this happens, the one year warranty … stone, we will repair the item free of charge, but you are responsible for the shipping fees to and from us. If a stone falls out and you completely lose it, you are responsible for the cost of the new stone to be replaced and the …
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Engagement Ring Style Guide
… to the Solitaire. It stays true to the essence of Solitaire designs but adds a bit of extra sparkle with accents stones. These accents are usually small diamonds which allow the center stone to remain the undisputed focal point. Simple …
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About Us
… to bring you the newest and best jewelry fashions alongside the traditional jewelry favorites 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-tech custom jewelry design where our expert jewelry craftsman will literally make your dreams come true by designing the highest quality …
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How to Check if Your Diamond is Loose
… that your diamond is missing. One of the best ways to prevent this is to regularly check if your ring has any loose stones. In this video we’ll show you two easy ways you can tell if your diamond (or other gemstone) is loose at home. Hold… gently tap the bottom of it with the other. Listen for a faint rattling sound. Use a pen cap to gently prod each gemstone looking for a small amount of movement. If you do find a loose gemstone in your ring, we recommend you stop wearing …
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… white gold is rhodium plated . Excessive polishing can actually remove the plating and cause the white gold to look yellow . With most gemstones not included on these lists, you can generally use a toothbrush with mild hand soap or … gems. Place the jewelry in the ultrasonic and turn it on for no more than 15 minutes at a time. Check that all gemstones are secure in their mountings when you remove the piece. Watch our video on how to check if your gems are loose for …
