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Jewelry Appraisals Over 3 Years Old May be Greatly Undervalued
…per ounce to $2,169 and souring higher. The five year low and high is even greater. Gold’s low was $322 and now is over $978 and Platinum’s low was $602 and has climbed over $2,169. If the jewelry item’s value was due in large part to … period. In addition many gemstones have risen dramatically in the last five years. If your jewelry was appraised over three years ago, it you could be undervalued by 40% or more! This has been a period of big changes in the jewelry field…
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Big Savings on Small Business Saturday
…25% off the entire store *! Pick a piece, any piece, it will be at least 25% off. This is the perfect opportunity to cross a few names off of your shopping list and save big while you’re at it. An additional 30% off select items. On top of… repair, replacing missing diamonds, and more. Getting her jewelry cleaned is a thoughtful gift idea that often gets overlooked this time of year. You can also take advantage of this offer to have a special piece you inherited refurbished…
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Welcome to the New Arden Jewelers
… with you. So, visit us today and see it for yourself. You can even take advantage of these incredible deals to cross a few names off your Christmas list while you’re hereWe’ve been teasing you with hints and glimpses of our remodel for over a year, and now the time has finally come to unveil the new Arden Jewelers! We have reinvented our entire shop …-less glass make it easier to see the jewelry. All new displays allow us to better group jewelry, so you can discover hidden treasures and new favorites. Even the artwork is from local, Sacramento artists like Conner Schuh and Lucia De …
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Summer Clearance Sale 2024
We have not had a sale of this magnitude in over 10 years! Here’s your chance to snag a beautiful piece of jewelry at an amazing price. From July 10th to 29th select… shopping to help you find the perfect piece for you. We have literally filled three entire showcases with jewelry (over 200 pieces) that will all be sold for half off the regular price: Engagement rings Necklaces Earrings Gifts …so …
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Clearance Sale Going on Now!
… the best possible gift because we know that no gift could ever be great enough for them. This year, we have placed over 200 (and counting) pieces on clearance at discounts up to 70% off! With prices like these, your money goes farther … inspected and reconditioned by our team of jewelers and gemologists. We have been buying jewelry in Sacramento for over 25 years, and over that time we have built up quite a collection. Much of this jewelry is more than just quality …
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Intimately Public
I was sitting at a red light and glanced over at a couple in a heated discussion. I smiled to myself; I remember those days. The time when the honeymoon was over… symbol of love than the original engagement ring. Now you know each other. All the games of courtship are over. Real life, with all its good decisions and bad ones, is playing out. The trials of life and failed expectations have taken …
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Types of Jewelry Clasps
… – Barrel clasps require two hands to fasten, and it can be hard to line up the threads correctly. If the clasp is cross-threaded, that longevity we talked about before goes out the window. Compatibility – Using a barrel clasp requires the…display precious pieces. The history of jewelry clasps dates back centuries, and we can watch as clasps have evolved over time to meet the changing needs and preferences of different cultures and styles. One of the earliest forms of …
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Frequently Asked Question about Jewelry
… feeling that the ring feels “looser” in the finger. Diamond engagement rings with a comfort fit design have an oval cross section with very smooth rounded edges, giving them the comfort-fit name… physical properties of the Diamond “at the time of evaluation”. A certificate is a document which retains its value over a long period of time, assuming the Diamond does not chip or is not otherwise altered. An appraisal can be performed… the Dollar Value of the piece under consideration. Obviously, the Dollar Value can easily change considerably over a relatively short period of time. Appraisals are most often used for insurance purposes. What’s new with diamonds? …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Pearl
…. In response to the irritant, the mollusk secretes a substance called nacre to coat the object and protect itself. Over time, layer upon layer of nacre is deposited around the irritant, eventually forming a pearl. This process can occur … Pearls Pearl is the traditional birthstone of June and is a favorite gem for weddings. Natural pearls have been discovered and cherished for hundreds of years. Only more recently have cultured pearl farming techniques been introduced …
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Types of Necklace Chains
… are extremely simple in design being comprised of round or oval links connected together one link at a time end over end. This simplicity gives them their timeless look, but it also gives them great strength and makes them one of the …much bigger look than other chain styles that use a comparable amount of material. However, due to the design of the overlapping links these chains are quite susceptible to twisting and kinking. The flat design of these chains does not …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Sapphire
… several sapphires. One of them, the Saint Edward’s Sapphire, is a large sapphire set in the center of a diamond cross on top of the British Imperial Crown. According to legend, Edward the Confessor, King of the Anglo-Saxons from 1042-1066… as a useful industrial tool. One last legend, the star sapphire has been called “the stone of destiny”; its three crossed lines represented faith, hope, and destiny
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Anatomy of 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. Over time, the shank can wear thin—yes, even gold and platinum can wear away. In such cases a jeweler can “re-shank” the … for a ring, look for one with a sturdy, thick shank that will provide plenty of wear while still fitting with the overall design that you like. Gallery The gallery of a ring is a somewhat ambiguous term that refers to the underside of …
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Custom Jewelry Design FAQ
…Custom jewelry can be very affordable. We have done custom designs that have saved our clients thousands of dollars over designer jewelry. To help over come many of the misunderstanding I am using a question — answer style of article. … these two experts together is the fun part. What if I don’t know what I want? Don’t worry, we have a system to discover what you want. It is a simple way to find out what you like and then put it together just for you. Jewelry has many …
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Recycled Diamond Engagement Rings
… almost nothing. You effectively cut the resources used to produce that engagement ring in half by diffusing them over at least two owners. When you buy a recycled diamond, that’s one less diamond that needs to be mined. When you buy the … be processed. On top of the environmental benefits, when you buy a recycled ring you can save a significant amount over a new ring. The principal is the same as buying a new vs. a pre-owned car. Of course, the new car will carry a …
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Welcome Diamond & Gold Vault Clients
… 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 trusted us to do some of their jewelry repair … my warranty? When you hear that your long time jeweler is closing, you naturally have some questions about the coverage on your jewelry and where you will go to maintain it. As a special courtesy to Diamond & Gold Vault clients, …
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Pearl Takeover Event
… (Back by Popular Demand)! If you missed your chance to get your dream piece of pearl jewelry at our previous takeover events, this is your moment! We’re not talking about a handful of pearl strands. We’re not even talking about a lot of … and more all priced at an incredible 50% off . You will find luxurious, ultra high-end strands regularly priced over $6,000, fun imitation strands ready to go for $50, and everything in between. You will find the pearl jewelry you didn’t…
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What is Asteria Jewelry?
…, boring, these words are the kiss of death for any gift. If any of these words or the like were stated (or thought) about a past gift you’ve given, you may be getting common gift syndrome. But don’t stress or even lose sleep over your next gift giving event because Arden Jewelers has the cure for the common
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Legal Information
…such as engraving or custom jewelry are non-returnable. Guarantees and Warranties All our new and custom jewelry is covered by a limited one year guarantee against any manufacturer’s defects. We strive to create beautiful works of art and… months to a year to ensure their integrity from daily wear. However, because of daily wear, stones may become loose over time and become dislodged. In the unlikely event that this happens, the one year warranty will cover the labor only …
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
…its work. To use a polishing cloth: Hold the piece in one hand and the cloth in the other Firmly rub the cloth all over the metal on the piece You may need to pass over the same area several times to get a good polish Keep in mind that … check with a jeweler before doing so just to be safe. Also, after 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 …
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What is Bitcoin
Bitcoin is a digital currency. It is built on open source software and it is not tied to any single government or financial institution. Nobody owns or controls bitcoin. It offers some unique advantages over traditional …
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FOX40 Visits Arden Jewelers to Talk About the Price of Gold
… interviewed by Dennis Shanahan, a reporter from Sacramento’s FOX40 news station, about today’s high price of gold. If you have been following the gold market, then you know that gold has recently made record gains and is trading over $5,000 per ounce. These historic prices have caused in a major shift in the value of gold jewelry. We talk about how much your jewelry might be worth and explain how gemologist jewelry buyers like us can pay you even more than just the …
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How to Spot Fake Tiffany & Co Jewelry
…is a brilliant designer that makes some of the most sought after jewelry in the world. Unfortunately, this has led many to create fake or counterfeit Tiffany pieces and then try to sell them as originals. In this short video we’ll go over some of the ways you can tell if a piece of Tiffany & Co. jewelry is genuine or not. Look at any solder joints on the piece. Tiffany’s jewelers are excellent craftsman and you should not be able to readily see a seam or crack at …
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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 over 20 years. We always like sharing our understanding of the complicated issues that come with buying or selling precious metals and jewelry, and we hope that News 10’s viewers enjoyed the story
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Art Deco vs Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
…see organic designs featuring flowing lines and asymmetry. Artists took a lot of inspiration from nature both in the overall freeform aesthetic as well as in the incorporation of specific design elements like vines, insects, and the human…
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… is the proper name for green quartz. The ring is set with bold claw shaped prongs, and has a cathedral style shank rising to meet the stone on either side. Another simple design, that lets the gemstone capture your attention, with no over-the-top accents to detract from it
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… ring features a tapered row of channel set accent diamonds leading up to the center stone. There are no frills or distractions just clean lines and perfect symmetry. This ring proves that custom jewelry doesn’t have be complicated or over-the-top to be beautiful
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This impressive solitaire ring was designed especially to accommodate the Swiss blue topaz center stone, which weights over thirty-two carats. With a simple split shank, and basket style mounting, the topaz is the real focal point. This ring is a statement piece, for sure
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This unique ring is actually two rings in one. The wedding band, normally almost an afterthought worn outside and next to the engagement ring, is integrated into the design of the overall set. Flush set accent diamonds give the piece a modern flair and complete the carefully thought out design
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A unique take on a timeless classic. A plain gold band is transformed into a custom work of art with spaced out diamond and amethyst accent stones. The overall look is very modern and simple. A truly one-of-a-kind piece
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… piece is a true celebration of the jeweler’s art. Each discipline from computer modeling to casting to hand fabrication and texturing was used to its fullest to realize this unique design. Our jeweler tastefully placed two leaves to overlay and help secure the customer’s damaged opal. Then, that same leaf design was continued onto the ring, around the bezel, and on the sides of the shank. The leaf texture was rendered meticulously by hand one leaf at a time. Custom …
