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Jewelry Appraisals
… values depending upon the actual dispensation of the estate item(s). The estate appraisal is always based on the fair market value which, as defined by Treasury Regulations, “is the price at which the property would change hands between a willing … is generally unwilling to potentially wait a lengthy period of time before the item(s) can be sold at a retail fair market value – a collateral appraisal must therefore, reflect the price said item(s) can be readily converted into cash in the near …
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Welcome Diamond & Gold Vault Clients
… us to introduce ourselves. We are a family run shop just like Diamond & Gold Vault was, and we share the same values of personal attention, keeping a low overhead, and passing savings directly on to you. Diamond & Gold Vault …different? When Gene decided to retire, he could have chosen any one of the many jewelers in Sacramento to refer his valued clients to. So, why did he choose Arden Jewelers? It wasn’t just our state-of-the-art, on site jewelry repair …
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Double Halo Engagement Ring
About our Double Halo Engagement Ring When you are in the market for a diamond engagement ring, the halo design is bound to show up in your search. It is a modern classic that …diamonds than you can imagine. We use that knowledge to search our suppliers’ inventories and our own to find hidden values that others would miss. This can save you thousands and help you end up with a more beautiful diamond than you …
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We Want Your Jewelry
…years and have built our reputation on paying the most and treating our clients with respect. With the volatile gold market, it’s impossible to know what your jewelry may be worth in the future. So, don’t let it collect dust in the closet. …is the first question on your mind. Unfortunately, answering it is not always easy. It’s fairly simple to find the market value for commodity items like electronics or clothing, but jewelry is much more complicated. That’s why we offer our …
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Balance : Earth Friendly Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Rings
… of who you are? We created the Balance collection to give you a new choice in the sea of engagement rings on the market today, a choice to stand out from the crowd, a choice to make a statement, a choice to find new meaning in an old and … you can sleep easy at night knowing that no gold or diamonds were mined to make your engagement ring. Exceptional Value Our lab grown diamonds cost between 30-35% less than comparable earth-mined diamonds. So, your budget goes farther …
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Vintage Art Deco Engagement Rings
…’ve helped thousands of couples find their diamond engagement ring, and here’s why we can help you too. Exceptional Value Our gemologists can use their knowledge of diamonds & jewelry to help you find hidden values that the average … anyone who has ever been frustrated trying to figure out what ring to choose, this is the place to go!” – Will J. (Fair Oaks, CA) Art Deco Jewelry Concierge Service Would you like to have your own expert, personal jewelry shopper? We’re …
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News 10 Gold Story at Arden Jewelers
When KXTV News channel 10 did a story on the debt ceiling debate and its impact on the gold market, they came to us for an expert opinion. Arden Jewelers has been buying gold jewelry and watching the gold market for…
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News 10 Falling Diamond Prices Interview
…. Our gemologist, Dan, was able to explain some of the reasons for the pricing trend and how jewelry buyers can take advantage of it. By shopping at local jewelers like Arden Jewelers who can quickly react to changes in the diamond market, customers can save on their diamond engagement ring and general diamond jewelry purchases. Thanks to Dina Kupfer for thinking of us for this story
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Art Deco vs Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
…and circles took center stage in jewelry along with other art forms. The Old European Cut diamond was also introduced which was another big step up from the Old Mine Cut making the engagement rings sparkle even more. If you are in the market for a piece of Art Deco or Art Nouveau jewelry, we would love to help. We have an extensive collection of genuine pieces from both eras. Please feel free to contact us anytime. Or, if you would like a custom piece made using …
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News 10 Gold Investment Story at Arden Jewelers
… story aired, gold has shattered it’s previous record highs and reached over $1,780 per ounce! The current gold market is very volatile, showing large changes in price throughout the course of a single day. Take a look at today’s gold chart… Jewelers . Our professional jewelry buyers will examine your jewelry and give you a no pressure assessment of its value at the current gold
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Why Would a Gemologist Pay Less for Your Jewelry?
… lots of jewelry with poor quality gems. Other buyers may not identify the gems as low quality and pay more than the market value for them. One example of this happened a few years ago. A local jeweler who also buys from the general public … to make the sale. Getting the most money for your jewelry is the goal. Simply put there are jewelry buyers in the market place that do not fully understand what makes jewelry valuable and sometimes they bid more than the jewelry is worth. …
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How Much is My Jewelry Worth?
…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, is largely determined by the current spot price of gold. Intrinsic … the intrinsic value plus the workmanship to create the jewelry. Furthermore, if the jewelry is desirable in the market place, then a design premium is added. The equation for resale value is: resale value = intrinsic value + workmanship + …
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New Showroom Floors Before & After
…for more updates. In the mean time, why not come by and check out our new look? We’re always adding new pieces to our inventory, so if you haven’t been here in a while, you have to see some of the new additions. Plus, if you’re in the market for an engagement ring upgrade, loose diamond, or that perfect gift, why not take advantage of our free cruise offer (hurry though, it expires on April 15th
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Cash for Gold vs. Cash for Jewelry
…gemstones? I saw a news report where one of the more famous Cash for Gold company said they pay from 20% of the gold value . That means, if the gold value is $100 they will offer $20, often times regardless of the value of the gemstones. …, or platinum), and then looks at the jewelry as a piece of fashion. Estate jewelry can be worth many times the gold value because of its exquisite design or history. The next step is to evaluate the gems that are set in the jewelry. Cash …
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Samuels Jewelers is Closing, We’re Here to Help
… of any kind with us and get the same exceptional service that has made us a fixture of Sacramento’s local jewelry market for over 30 years. How is Arden Jewelers similar to Samuels Jewelers? We both have a wide range of beautiful jewelry …, and more. After your first repair, as a new Arden Jewelers client, you’ll continue to get exceptional quality and value on any needed repair work going forward. Plus you won’t have the burden of required checkups that comes with most …
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How to Value Inherited Jewelry
…, jewelry value is not one set number. It changes with the situation (who is buying, and who is selling) and the marketplace (global economy, commodity prices, local jewelry market, etc.). And, it changes with time and styles. Unfortunately…value of an item could be $1,000 given one set of conditions, but in a certain area, given the way it was put out to market, the condition of the item, the photo in the ad, and a million more factors the seller may only find a buyer willing…
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Diamond Brokering
Serving you is our passion. Making our expertise available to you coupled with our value hunting system makes the diamond buying experience a positive one. Please feel free to ask any questions and explore… in a diamond impacts the price significantly. Our expert guidance system helps: Understanding the basic diamond value system Understanding the expert diamond evaluation system Inform in technical or layman’s terms the true nature of the … one person operations all with the goal of finding the exact diamond you want at the very best price available. Our value hunting system helps with: Locating the most reliable source with the best price Finding independent certified …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Jade
…, but its beauty and cultural importance have landed it a spot as one of the most important items in the global gem market. In fact, jadeite is often sold by the individual piece instead of by weight like most gems. This is because even …) jadeite. This proved to be unprofitable and was quickly forgotten; however, a small amount of it remains on the market and it is mostly undetectable Treatments and Sources of Jade Before the 1980s, dyed jade was not very common. New …
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Understanding the Diamond Buying Game
… with the same standard. GIA and AGS use the most technical standards. EGL uses a looser grading standard, I call market grading. In addition, EGL has a franchise like business model and different EGL labs grade wildly different. Some other… not just seeing the four C’s grade to compare diamonds. The same lab can grade two stones H VS2 1.00 carat and the value of the two diamonds can be hundreds, if not thousands of dollars different. It is a favorite trick of some diamond …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Amethyst
… which is why, despite its beauty, amethyst is such an affordable stone today. About 50% of amethysts on the world market are now believed to be synthetic. This is a fairly recent discovery as many low cost, high quality, deeply colored … gems are inexpensive even in very high qualities, amethyst is not out of reach of most consumers. Amethyst’s value is in its beauty not its price. It costs relatively little and in most likelihood will not see a strong price increase in …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Quartz
…Then, there’s the whole thorny issue of misnomers–misleading names for gems. Quartz seems to have more than its fair share of misnomers. One famous one is “Alaska Diamond” for rock crystal alongside “Herkimer Diamonds” (see below). In … with a Mohs hardness rating of 7 (harder than opal and peridot but softer than topaz or sapphire). This makes it a fairly hard gemstone that is resistant to scratching and chipping. It is also resistant to heat and chemicals, which means…
