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Anatomy of a Ring
Knowing the different parts of a ring can help you make a better decision when choosing a new ring and it can help you know when your ring may need maintenance. It’s also a fun way to impress your friends with your vast knowledge of jewelry terms. Shank Every ring has a shank. This is the technical term for the band of metal that encircles the finger. There would be no ring without the shank. If the ring has a distinct design feature on the top part, the ring shank
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Star White Gold
We have found a gold alloy that is extremely white and looks great without any plating. Star White Gold is bright white even without being rhodium plated like most white gold. What you see if what you get. No guess work. No taking anyone's word about how white it truly is. Star White gold has a bright, shinny finish that will keep its look.
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The Birthstones
This is a short overview of each of the traditional birthstones for all twelve months of the year. Most of the gems have more in-depth articles that you can read as well, but this is a handy reference to quickly learn which gem is associated with which month. We also touch on a bit of the gemology and folklore for each month's gemstones.
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Gem in the Spotlight: Emerald
Emerald is a stunningly beautiful green stones in Beryl family. In this article we take a deep dive into the mythology, history, and science surrounding this incredible gem. You will learn about Nero's emerald sunglasses, Cleopatra's emerald collection, and the science of fracture filling gemstones. In the end, we can say that no jewelry collection is complete without a beautiful emerald.
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Jewelry Repair FAQ
Here you will find answers for all of your jewelry repair related questions. If you have a question that you don’t see answered here, please contact us and let us know. A gemstone fell out of my ring. Will the new stone match the old one? We get this question all the time. People want their jewelry to look just the way it did before a gemstone fell out; who wouldn’t? That’s why we have literally 100s of carats of loose diamonds, sapphires, rubies, opals, pearls, and more in all
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Gem in the Spotlight: Spinel
Spinel may be one of the most underappreciated gemstones in all of history. For centuries it has been confused with more popular gems like ruby and sapphire, and only recently have people begun to appreciate spinel for its own natural beauty. Commonly made in a lab spinel has been used a lower cost substitute for other gems, but natural spinel is actually a stunning gem in its own right. This in-depth article covers the gemology, history, and lore of this amazing and often overlooked gem.
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Alternative Metals for Men’s Jewelry
Men now have an incredible array of material options for their wedding band. This in-depth article covers many of the more popular alternative metals (and non-metals) like titanium, tungsten carbide, ceramic, cobalt, carbon fiber, and more. You will learn the pros and cons for each of these new and exciting materials and hopefully get the information you need to find the perfect wedding band for you.
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Frequently Asked Question about Jewelry
Here we answer some of your questions about jewelry in general. If you have a question you’d like answered, please contact us and we would be happy to help. What is a Gemologist? A gemologist is one who studies gems and jewelry scientifically, who knows and identifies them, can judge the elements and their beauty and value, and can apply this knowledge. This training and experience combine to make a gemologist. A gemologist like other professionals must keep up with current advancements in the field. The pace of change in
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How to Sell Jewelry on eBay and Other Websites
Selling your jewelry online on eBay or another online auction site can be a fun and rewarding experience. Here are some tips on how to make the most of it, and some pitfalls to watch out for. Remember, you can always get a free evaluation of what your jewelry is worth from Arden Jewelers.
