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This custom men’s band features a princess cut black diamond center in a square bezel. Channels of round black diamonds encircling the entire band. The dramatic contrast…
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…not cut to the commonly seen modern round brilliant proportions, surrounded by a simple floral pattern in metal. Recessed into both the engagement ring and the band are words and symbols of special meaning to the client highlighted in black against the bright yellow finish of the gold
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This sleek and modern pendant design showcases a round brilliant center diamond. Two flush set diamonds accent the center, one of which is a black diamond. Created in 14k Star White Gold
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… is carefully set next to a cute 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 …
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Star White Gold
… made, it can be yellowish to light yellow. When white gold rings are new they are coated with a white metal called rhodium. Rhodium is a metal very similar to platinum and rhodium shares many of the properties of platinum including its … to make the white gold look whiter. The natural color of the white gold could actually be a light yellow color. The rhodium is very white and very hard, but it does wear away eventually. Regular, Plus, or Premium? The White Gold Task Force …
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What to Do When Your Ring Irritates Your Skin
…, especially white gold, is often plated to give it a brighter finish. White gold alloys are often plated with Rhodium which is a member of the Platinum family. People are unlikely to be allergic to Rhodium, but as the plating wears off, … in your ring, we can usually remove it and laser weld the ring back together. Sometimes, a regular schedule of plating can be enough to solve the problem. Depending on how allergic you are, plating may prevent irritation for a few weeks, …
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Jewelry Repair FAQ
… in the hands of our skilled craftsmen there is a good chance we will be able to repair your jewelry. What is Gold Plating? Gold plating is the process of depositing a thin layer of gold onto the surface of jewelry. This is done by immersing… using electricity to adhere those molecules to the jewelry’s surface. Molecules 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…
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The Difference Between White Gold and Platinum
… specific manufacture, then don’t buy it. New white gold rings are usually coated with a hard protective finish of rhodium, a silver-white metal like platinum. The rhodium plating is used to make the white gold look more white. The Rhodium … away the quality of the white gold is seen for the first time. Yes, you can recoat or plate the white gold with rhodium every time it looks yellowish, but is that what you want? If you want a pure white ring, then platinum will keep its …
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Alternative Metals for Men’s Jewelry
…than the other alternative metals. It is just a little lighter in color than platinum and has the reflective look of rhodium plated white gold. Cobalt chrome is harder than precious metals like platinum, gold, and silver. As a result of its … color. The permanent black color is a unique feature in the jewelry world as most black metals are the result of plating or antiquing which fades overtime. Zirconium is currently the only permanently black jewelry that is workable enough to…
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Gold Purity and The Differences Between White and Yellow Gold
… real solid gold. For example, a plated piece can be stamped: 14k HGE or 18k GE. HGE means hydrostatic gold electroplating. Plated gold is measured in how many molecules of gold are around the ring. In other words, a plated piece of jewelry …
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Making Our True North Diamond Star Pendant
…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 …
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… 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 mentioned above, cleaning jewelry can be risky and certain …, Karat Gold (10k, 14k, 18k, etc.), Platinum, Palladium. Also, keep in mind that a high percentage of white gold is rhodium plated . Excessive polishing can actually remove the plating and cause the white gold to look yellow . With most …
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At Home Gold Tests
…a really fast and effective test you can do at home. This test works best with very strong magnets like rare earth magnets . Bleach. This is definitely a destructive test, so use with caution. File a a small section to get through any plating, and then leave the piece in the bleach for 15-30 minutes. If you see any kind of reaction, the piece is likely not genuine gold. Your mileage may vary, but we found that this can catch some fakes. Liquid Foundation. This one really …
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Give Your Jewelry Regular Check Ups…Really
A diamond may be forever, and gold may be a precious metal, but that doesn’t mean that 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 items of value, the best approach with jewelry is preventative maintenance. Don’t wait until your diamond is on the verge of falling out to have your jewelry looked at. It’s not
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Fancy Color Diamonds
…a change of pace even in the fancy diamond world. Gray Gray diamonds can be from very light almost Z color to almost black. The point where a gray becomes a black can be something of a gray area. Grey diamonds in the right jewelry design … diamonds are opaque not transparent. Black diamonds are one of the least expensive of the fancy color diamonds. Black diamonds make for strong contrast in jewelry, and they create a wonderful texture to the jewelry item. Brown Brown …
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Pearl Takeover Event Going on Now
… strands of almost any length Fun, dyed strands in a variety of colors Exquisite, high end strands on sale for $5,000+ (normally over $10,000) Fresh water strands on sale for $50 Pearl rings Pearl studs and hoop earrings Bracelets Black pearls …much more! Did you know that pearls are June’s birthstone? It’s true. So, if you are looking for a great gift idea for someone born in June (or with children born in June), this is the place. They are also fantastic anniversary …
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Learn about Morganite and Jewelry Allergies
…. Even though Morganite is quite rare, it is still very affordable, and it makes a great gift (wink, wink). Read the full article on Morganite . How deal with jewelry that irritates your skin Does your silver ring turn your finger black? Does white gold give you an angry rash? There are many different causes for skin irritation from jewelry, and it’s not always easy to tell what the true culprit is. We have put together an in-depth article on how jewelry can irritate …
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How to Find Your Diamond When It’s Lost
… give off a colored luminescence when placed under ultraviolet light. This is normally invisible, but you can use a black light in a dark room to make the effect stand out. A diamond with strong blue fluorescence, for instance, will …
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Jewelry Holiday Gift Guide 2017
… without her go-to pearls. We are featuring a modern and stylish collection of pearl earrings and necklaces this year at fantastic discounts (starting at $37 on sale). Opal Jewelry These dazzling pieces feature gorgeous Australian and black opals set in stylish rings and pendants. No gem puts on a light show like opal and these pieces will definitely not disappoint. We are also featuring the Rare and Beautiful collection of one-of-a-kind pieces handmade with uncommon …
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Trusted Jewelry Repair
…Tightening loose gems that are in danger of falling out Converting earrings to pierced or clip backs (or visa-versa) Rhodium plating and gold plating And much, much more… Not sure if your jewelry needs to be repaired? No problem, just stop…
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Alternative Gemstones for a Non Traditional Engagement Ring
… 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 traditional clear Diamond…
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Valentine’s Day Engagement Ring Sale 2018
… day. At Arden Jewelers you aren’t paying for a name or celebrity endorsements, so your budget goes farther than you ever thought possible. Peace of Mind When you buy from Arden Jewelers, you are buying from GIA trained gemologists or black-belt ninja jewelry experts. You know you will receive quality, accurately graded diamonds and jewelry from a company that can stand behind it. Selection Finding the engagement ring that’s perfect for you means looking through a lot …
