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Pavé Setting
GIA trained gemologist Angelo Parisi from Arden Jewelers explains the very popular pavé style of setting. Pavé or bead setting creates a stunning look, but how is it done? What are the pros and cons? What should you be …
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Making Our True North Diamond Star Pendant
… white gold and diamond version from a rough casting all the way to a finished piece. The steps include: Melting and casting the gold Sanding and smoothing the rough casting Polishing to a mirror finish Rhodium plating Steam cleaning Setting the diamond We hope you enjoyed this look behind the scenes of this beautiful piece of jewelry. Remember, if you would like us to make something unique just for you feel free to contact us anytime
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… any kind of cleaning, gemstones may become loose. Over time, dust and grime can build up in between a gem and its setting. If, for example, a prong has been knocked slightly out of position, the built up dirt can actually be holding the gem… Keep in mind that not all metals can be polished. If the piece is gold plated, gold filled, or a base metal (commonly found in costume jewelry) polishing can actually remove the plating and make the metal look worse. Cautions As we have …
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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 point … 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 it … diamond accents to no accents. Whether you prefer a minimal solitaire design, or something more extravagant, this setting style is quite versatile. 6 Prong Setting As a prong setting, this style is similar to the 4 prong setting. However, …
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Double Halo Engagement Ring
… feel to the piece when compared with the more common fully round halo. Our white gold double halo engagement ring setting takes the halo concept to a whole new level. With two cushion shaped halos surrounding the round diamond, the effect … 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 diamonds were used. Another key benefit that you get when you buy your …
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Presentation Engagement Ring
What is a presentation engagement ring? A presentation engagement ring is simply a solitaire setting with a diamond set in it. The presentation ring program is designed, so you can give your bride-to-be the simple … shape and size, that helps, but it is not needed. Next, we set it in a four or six prong solitaire (Tiffany style) setting. It can be in 14 karat white or yellow gold. Propose with the presentation ring. Come back with your new fiancée, and…
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Custom Jewelry Design FAQ
… are made to last. We use more pure noble metal then mass-produced jewelry. We design into the piece strong gem setting features. Can I make platinum custom design jewelry? Yes, you can have the jewelry made in platinum, 14 karat gold or … are the trend setters wearing? These are the heart and soul of many people and jewelry stores. Some jewelry stores only sell what is currently in style and if you don’t like it that’s tough. Jewelry fashion changes every season just like…
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Floating Diamond Necklace
Floating Diamonds This brand new collection features solitaire diamonds (and gemstones) placed in simple settings and suspended on our best, invisible chains. When you’re wearing them the chain and setting almost disappear giving… that has been creating innovative jewelry for over 30 years. We know that we can help you find a gift that is not only beautiful, but also well made and an incredible value. Exceptional Value We have built our reputation on giving your …
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Engagement Ring Style Guide
…I before their wedding in the year 1477. The modern style of solitaire is heavily influenced by the iconic “Tiffany” setting created by Tiffany & Co back in 1886. Solitaire With Accents This style is very similar to the Solitaire. It … introduced in the Georgian era (about 300 years ago). The original halo designs had round diamonds surrounded by only slightly smaller diamonds, to show off the opulence of the owner. The style had another wave of popularity during the …
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Informational Video: Pavé Setting
… designed to teach you all about the different elements of jewelry. This video is on the very popular pavé style of setting, and we hope you enjoy it. We’d love to hear what you thought of the new video as well as what you would like to … videos. Feel free to leave us a comment below with your feedback. You can also check out some examples of pavé setting we have for sale right now. Or, you can always visit Arden Jewelers to see some examples in person
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How to Find Your Diamond When It’s Lost
…’s not going to bounce where you think. If you know exactly where you were when the diamond was knocked out of its setting, you might think finding it will be easy. But, because of their unusual shapes diamonds have a way of ending up where … a reminder to bring your engagement ring in for regular checkups . Keeping your diamond secure and tight in its setting is the best way to avoid having to look for it in the future. As a final thought, remember that, in the end, a diamond …
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New Jewelry: Floating Diamonds and California Tourmaline
… 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 make great … is on sale for 40% off from now until December 24th. When you buy one of our California tourmaline pieces not only do you support your local, family jeweler, but you also support California gem miners which is a great feeling. Checkout …
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Finding the Perfect Engagement Ring Style
… are happy to offer this high-end, preeminent engagement brand to our clients. Come check out our selection of Simon G designs in person, and feel the quality. Simple and Elegant The classic diamond solitaire, also called the Tiffany setting, is a timeless design. No other ring style highlights the center diamond like a solitaire. Round brilliant diamonds are by far the most popular choice in solitaire rings. This is because the round brilliant diamond sparkles better than…
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2014 Holiday Gift Collection and Sale
… of jewelry called Dancing Diamonds . These pieces have a diamond, or group of diamonds, suspended on a special setting that causes them to flicker and move at the slightest touch. As you walk and breathe, the center diamond dances and …anything you liked in the collection above? Checkout our entire online gift section , or visit the shop . Right now, only a small percentage of our jewelry is available online. And, don’t forget about our big 20-50% off sale going on now…
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3 Things You Might Not Know About Jewelry Repair
… on our jewelry than we realize. Even a relatively light impact at the wrong place can knock a small gem out of its setting. Activities like gardening and washing dishes are particular hard on jewelry. The simple sliding of a pendant along … the time consuming and expensive process of removing each gemstone from the piece before the work is done and resetting them after it is finished. Our solution is to use a high-tech laser welder to only apply heat at the tiniest pin-point …
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Wedding Set : Tall Setting Engagement Ring with Diamond Band
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Yellow Sapphire Pendant in Simple 3 Prong Setting
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Diamond Accent Engagement Ring with Compass Gallery Setting
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Scalloped Engagement Ring with Diamond Tulip Setting
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Shared Prong Accent Diamond Engagement Ring with Compass Tulip Setting
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… for wearing with stacking bands. The ring is accented at the top by two glittering round diamonds, one in a bezel setting, and one in a prong setting, giving a nice asymmetry to the piece
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This simple and elegant design highlights the center stone well while adding accents of channel set diamonds in a modern style setting
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This diamond solitaire engagement ring showcases a glittering diamond in a partial bezel setting. The design is sleek and understated. It’s a modern ring with a classic feel
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We designed this unique solitaire to perfectly complement the stunning green Alexandrite center. A dramatic U-shaped piece intersects the top of the ring, and secures the cushion cut Alexandrite in a channel style setting. This allows the full profile of the stone to be visible. The design is simple, but with an artistic flare
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This custom yellow gold ring has a pear cabochon Nephrite Jade in a bezel setting. The center stone is off-set by a partial halo of round brilliant diamonds, and a single bezel set diamond opposite. Inspired by vintage designs, the elegant asymmetry of this ring gives off a regal vibe
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… which is peridot that is 100% extraterrestrial in origin. This stone is one of the extremely rare meteorites that survived its trip through the earth’s atmosphere and had the right chemical make up to contain gem quality peridot. The setting borrows for the Art Deco tradition with some modern to touches to create a stunning, one-of-a-kind ring
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Gem in the Spotlight: Emerald
… of Cleopatra . She wore the emerald on her wedding day and it was later sold at Christies in 2011 for $6.6 million, setting the record for the most expensive emerald jewelry ever sold at auction. The Chalk Emerald is a famous 37.8 carat … sensitive to green than to any other color thereby making it easier on the eyes. Pliny said that emeralds were the only gemstones that delighted the eye without fatiguing it. In fact, Emperor Nero was said to wear a kind of emerald …
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Anatomy of a Ring
…? As a final point on heads it is important to note that not all rings have a head. Some designs incorporate the setting of the gemstone directly into the rest of the ring without using a separate part. These designs can use a combination of…, a channel head sets the stone in between two straight pieces of metal on either side of it (this style is most commonly seen with square or princess cut diamonds). As you may have guessed, all styles of head can wear thin over time and …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Blue Zircon
… creates a somewhat brittle tendency that can lead to chips, especially along facet edges requiring extra care when setting, cleaning, or wearing. The Mythology and History of Zircon Since it has been known from antiquity, Zircon has a rich …fiery nature. Unfortunately, the name never caught on, and today we use the simpler term, Blue Zircon. Zircon is commonly heat treated. Brown zircons can be transformed into colorless or blue zircons through heat treatments. Zircon is a …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Tanzanite
… called cleavage, which is a tendency to break when struck) means that care should be taken to avoid sharp impacts. Setting it in earrings or a pendant will help protect it if the intended use is daily wear. Rings and bracelets set with … a captivating mix of blue and purple. The deep hues of violet, indigo, and blue come together in an unrivaled blend only found in tanzanite. Yet, even with its rarity and dynamic look, tanzanite is still less in price than more commonly …
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Platinum
… and white luster, have made platinum 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. … by the following marks: 950 or PT950. The History of Platinum in Jewelry Platinum has been used in jewelry only since the 19th century. So platinum engagement rings are fairly recent. The Italian-French physician Julius Caesar Scaliger …
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Jewelry Repair FAQ
… bothers you, you can stop by more often to have it replated. Some jewelry with very fragile stones or light weight setting styles may need more frequent visits depending on how often you wear it. Some jewelry may need very little … are the key to understanding gold plating. The amount of gold used is on the molecular level. This means that only a very thin layer of gold covers the surface. Gold plating produces a layer of gold around 0.5 microns thick. A micron is …
