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How to Sell Your Jewelry
…so out of favor that the jewelry’s only value is its intrinsic worth. The other extreme is that the jewelry could be antique. Antique jewelry is highly collectible and may require a specialty option to sell. Knowing if your jewelry is just … reasons. I have had clients who could have saved hundreds of dollars if they would have bought a preowned ring, but refused. Jewelry is a style driven industry. Some styles are classic and stay around for decades, others last just a few …
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Laser Jewelry Repair
… too costly to fix. Now Arden Jewelers has a powerful laser to repair our customer’s jewelry. Lasers can repair an antique enameled pin without damaging the enamel or leaving visible signs of the restoration work. Our laser can fix jewelry … flowing into the hinge and destroying its mobility. Antique filigree that is broken can be repaired. Restoring antique platinum jewelry is now possible with Arden Jewelers’ laser. The laser can also help Angelo create very complicated …
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Art Deco vs. Art Nouveau Style Jewelry
…will start to see their influence everywhere. They are also important guide posts that can aid in dating vintage and antique jewelry. So, what are these two movements all about, and where did they come from? Origins and Historical Context … our own collection of authentic Art Nouveau and Art Deco pieces as well as access to a full network of vintage and antique jewelry. Or, if you are looking for a new piece inspired by one of these two styles, our talented jewelry designers …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Ruby
… jewelry, please reach out to us anytime. We would love to create something together or help find that one-of-a-kind … believed to protect the wearer from injury and to keep them safe and healthy. Many cultures believed that wearing rubies in battle made warriors invincible and protected them from harm. Innumerable powers have been associated with the … is the most famous ruby, and was originally mined in Myanmar. The Sunrise Ruby was eventually set by Cartier into a ring along with two diamonds weighing a total of 5 carats. In 2015, Sotheby’s put the ring up for auction where it sold …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Pearl
… grow in the wild without human intervention. They are very rare, and most natural pearls on the market today are antique. They can take years, even decades, to form, and are found only in a few select locations around the world. The process… changed hands many times, and was owned by several famous figures, including Napoleon III and Elizabeth Taylor. During Taylor’s ownership, the pearl was set into a necklace designed by Cartier, which also included diamonds and rubies. …
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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 … 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 is generally said to start … point that the design stops. A jeweler will usually add or remove metal from the bottom of the shank when sizing a ring. This can sometimes be done so well that you would never know it was sized looking at the shank with your naked eye. …
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Jewelry Appraisals
… upon the intrinsic smelted cash value of the precious metal based on the prevailing market base price of that day. Antique Appraisal In that antique jewelry (items of 100 years or older) and “vintage” items (pieces of more recent … condition would be inappropriate. Therefore, with the exceptions of gemstone evaluation, estimates of value for antique or “vintage” jewelry items is a reflection of the averaged cost incurred to replace said items of similar condition, …
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Alternative Gemstones for a Non Traditional Engagement Ring
… to 4.5. Pearl jewelry is not meant for everyday use, which makes it a poor choice for an engagement ring. But, some antique wedding rings are Pearls. One way to have a Pearl wedding ring is to simply replace the Pearl when it becomes worn …Today, many couples are choosing to express their individuality with unconventional engagement rings. One way to break the mold is to use a gemstone that’s not a Diamond. Let’s explore the pros and cons of a few … to Diamonds have color which makes stand out from the traditional clear white Diamond. Sapphire Engagement Rings The most common Diamond alternative for engagement rings is Blue Sapphire. The Duchess of Cambridge, Princess Diana, …
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Vintage Art Deco Engagement Rings
… available online which you can browse here. Come In & See the Full Collection Don’t delay! Only a handful of antique Art Deco rings are available. Each one is unique and can’t be Choosing an Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring The Art Deco spirit is all about embracing change. In the Roaring 20s, the heyday of Art Deco, progress was … their work. It was a time of great excitement and anticipation. That energy and hope is captured in the engagement rings and other jewelry from the period. Stylistically, Art Deco wedding rings feature strong geometric shapes and a focus…
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About Us
… 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 … level of service. We have a unique, family style approach to our business and clients based on mutual respect and caring. Arden Jewelers has been serving Northern California’s jewelry needs since 1989. We are very proud to offer you a …
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Jewelry That We Buy
… Gems Silver Dental gold Wedding bands Engagement rings Diamond engagement rings Class rings Achievement rings Antique jewelry Estate jewelry Broken jewelry Custom made jewelry Chains Sapphires Pearls Gold nuggets Promise rings Hair pins …free value appraisals. If you are unsure of what you have, or you don’t see it listed here please feel welcome to bring it into the store of a free, no obligation value appraisal. We buy back jewelry even if you didn’t get it from us. We …
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Vintage Elegance
… some samples online, or visit us at the shop to see the entire collection (over 100 pieces). Or, scroll down to learn about our exclusive vintage jewelry concierge service . Your personal vintage jewelry shopper Finding the perfect antique jewelry is like a treasure hunt. Consider us your guide . Fill out the form below, and our expert jewelry buyers will search our inventory and sources to find the ideal piece for you with no obligation
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Finding the Perfect Engagement Ring Style
… designs are influenced by the Victorian, Edwardian, and Art Nouvaeu schools, but the strongest influence today is Art Deco. Arden Jewelers has a great section of modern, vintage-inspired engagement rings as well as some estate and antique rings from the original eras. Custom Individuality is a hallmark of American’s today. Designing your own engagement ring is a great avenue for you to express your individuality and stand out from the crowd. You can easily design a unique …
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Heart and Soul, Valentine’s Day Gift Sale
… 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 our shop and click the “On … 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 including necklaces, earrings, and rings. If you are looking for that classic…
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Retirement Sale: 40 70% Off Jewelry
…! You will find incredible deals on diamond engagement rings, holiday gifts, stud earrings, bracelets, vintage and antique jewelry, and more. If you have even been remotely considering buying a piece of jewelry, now is the time . Get a …We want to send him off right, so we’re having one of our biggest sales ever. In keeping with the tradition of delivering the best possible value to our clients, we are rolling back prices on the entire store. Most items are selling …
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75% Off this Small Business Saturday & Cyber Monday
… including: Diamond stud earrings Designer engagement rings Birthstone rings, pendants, and earrings Vintage and antique classics Genuine Tiffany & Co …and more Stop by , and see what’s new on Small Business Saturday. We would love to …
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Stackable Bands Christmas Sale Starting Now
… only in our Sacramento showroom and includes things like: Birthstone jewelry Genuine Tiffany and Co One-of-a-kind antique pieces Earrings, pendants, brooches Diamond engagement rings A whole lot more… Also, from now until November 26th, …Looking for the perfect gift? Stackable rings are a fantastic idea. They go with everything, you can mix and match them to create your own unique style, and now … band, you’ll get the next one (of equal or lesser value) at 75% off! Scroll down to see a selection of stacking rings available on our website, but you can find even more in our showroom . This amazing offer is available in-store and …
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Vintage and Handmade Jewelry on Etsy
…’t heard of Etsy (where have you been?) it’s an online marketplace where craftsman and collectors can sell their antique/vintage and handmade items directly to the public. It’s a fun place to browse just to see what kind of unique and …go through a rigorous process. First , we have our team of experienced jewelers check it thoroughly for any manufacturing defects or issues with wear. If we find any issues with the design, construction, or condition of the piece, we will…
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This piece is brilliant fusion of modern styling and antique elegance. The crisp, sharp lines of the emerald cut diamond are enhanced with a clean bezel setting and a halo of … beautifully with the modern austerity of the center stone resulting in a truly unique and creative engagement ring
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This solitaire cocktail ring features a large oval prasiolite stone. Prasiolite is the proper name for green quartz. The ring is set with bold …
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This is a truly striking ring. All attention is focused on the three large main diamonds with four sizable accents completing the look and …
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Class rings are a great way to celebrate your accomplishments. But, you don’t have to settle for the generic styles offered by …
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This gorgeous ring has an even more beautiful story. Our client had a family heirloom ring that was passed down to them. Sadly, the … couldn’t be worn in the condition it was in, so we made this new creation together using diamonds from the original ring. The finished product features a dazzling sapphire center stone surrounded by a halo of diamonds. It is both a …
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This creative design features a brilliant pear cut diamond center stone with organic floral and vine elements twisting up both sides of the shank. The straight lines of the yellow gold outer rails contrast with the flowing curves of the white gold flower elements in the middle telling a story of balance between the man-made and the natural.
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Ring Cam – Capture Your Proposal on Video
Ring Cam is an exciting new technology that allows you to capture your proposal on HD video. It’s a camera with a wide …
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Cathedral Ring Mountings
The cathedral mounting is one of the many choices you have when you’re looking for the perfect engagement ring. It has many variations and its own set of pros and cons. Knowing more about this unique style can help you decide …
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Fox 40 Ring Cam Interview
The Ring Cam is a special engagement ring box that has a hidden camera. You can use it to capture your proposal on video to …this, they sent a reporter to our shop to get the inside story. A big thanks goes out to Eddie and Shandretta for sharing their proposal video and for being there for the interview. It was great to be able to relive that moment with them…
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White Gold vs Platinum: Which One is Right for You?
Should I choose white gold or platinum for my engagement ring? This is a question that we get all the time, and now we have a full video to help you answer it. In this video we … test. At the end of the day, either metal is more than sufficient to hold your diamond securely in your engagement ring. As long as you take good care of your ring by taking it off for activities like exercise and chores, either metal …surface is normally pushed around more that removed when it’s scratched. This is one of the key reasons why platinum rings tend to require less maintenance than white gold rings. Comfort There are two main differences to consider when …
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How to Check if Your Diamond is Loose
The worst day of owning a ring comes when you look down and you notice that your diamond is missing. One of the best ways to prevent this is to … this video we’ll show you two easy ways you can tell if your diamond (or other gemstone) is loose at home. Hold the ring close to your ear in one hand and gently tap the bottom of it with the other. Listen for a faint rattling sound. Use…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 it immediately and bring it in so one of our jewelers can check it for you. Most of …
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Art Deco vs Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
… video we show you the key differences between Art Deco and Art Nouveau jewelry (specifically focusing on engagement rings). You’ll learn about the key features and design ideas that typified each movement and how those concepts were … Deco vs Art Nouveau for a deeper dive. Art Nouveau In Art Nouveau jewelry you are going to see organic designs featuring flowing lines and asymmetry. Artists took a lot of inspiration from nature both in the overall freeform aesthetic as…
