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How to Find Your Diamond When It’s Lost
It has to be one of the worst feelings in the world. You look down, and your beautiful diamond is not where it’s supposed to be on your finger. Your heart skips a beat, your mind kicks into overdrive, and for a … our best tips and tricks to help you find it again. These tips are what we have learned from working with small diamonds and gemstones day in and day out for years. Of course, the general advice for finding lost things (slow down, retrace … steps, think back to the last time you knew you had it, etc.) is a great starting point. But, we want to share some diamond-specific insights to help where the general advice isn’t working. Fluorescence is your friend. Many diamonds will …
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News 10, Diamond Prices, and Shopping Local
A few weeks ago, a reporter from News 10 contacted us to get some expert insight into diamond pricing trends. We were happy to help, and our gemologist, Dan explained some of the factors behind the price drop. … advantage of up-to-date pricing data much faster to give you the best possible deal. Our gemologists understand the diamond buying game . Did you know that two 1ct H VS2 diamonds with GIA certificates can be valued differently by thousands … to correctly judge complex factors like diamond cut enables our gemologists to find you better values on beautiful diamonds. The way we source our diamonds and jewelry also allows us to save you money. When a big chain buys jewelry in bulk…
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The Great Diamond Liquidation
If you were waiting for the opportune moment to buy a diamond, this is it . We are liquidating a huge number of diamonds in preparation for our upcoming showroom remodel. That … up to 75% off of retail . This is by far, our biggest diamond sale ever. Check out some of the great deals on loose diamonds we have available online right now (even more deals are available in store): Browse all loose diamonds › Of course… ring. We have you covered there too with a great selection of engagement rings that let you pick your own center diamond. Here are a few great engagement rings we have on sale now. You can also browse all of our rings that let you pick your…
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Spreading Hope with Custom Jewelry
… activities, child care kits, and more. The team from xHope approached us leading up to their annual “Denim & Diamonds” fundraising auction. We love the work that they do, and the event seemed like such a perfect fit that we knew we had … knew we could recreate it using titanium. The rest of the design fell into place including the heart shaped center diamond that would fit perfectly into the “Denim & Diamonds” theme. Everything looked great on the drawing board; now all…
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How Much is My Jewelry Worth?
…for intrinsic value is: intrinsic value = metal value + gem value The metal (gold, silver, platinum, etc.) and gems (diamonds, sapphires, emeralds, etc.) are valued as raw materials based on current market rates. So, gold jewelry value, in … scrap value. Let’s look at an example. Assume a ring is made out of 5 grams of 14k gold and it has a 0.25 carat diamond. It has a gold value, of approximately $121 when gold is $1,300 per ounce, and a diamond value of roughly $250. That …
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3 Things You Might Not Know About Jewelry Repair
… even scratch most metals without the help of tools. Gemstones are rocks which we think of as hard and unbreakable. Diamonds are used in industrial tools to cut through even the toughest materials. So, why would something made from such …daily wear and tear we put on our jewelry takes more of a toll than we think. Also, not all gemstones are as hard as diamonds. Gems like opal, emerald, pearls, and more are actually very “soft” on the hardness scale. This means that they are…
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Holiday Jewelry Gift Guide 2015
… slightly different approach to our gift guides. Some years, they are all about new and trending styles like Dancing Diamonds . Some years, we focus on price points and helping you find the best jewelry gift under $100 . This year, we’re not… this off, I don’t even need to bother opening another gift, just wow. So, how can we make that happen? First, our diamond liquidation sale is still going strong which means you will get an incredible deal on diamonds for stud earrings, an …
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Brown Diamonds and a Journey to the Center of the Earth
… of water between the Earth’s upper and lower mantle. Now, thanks to skilled scientists, a bit of luck, and a brown diamond, that theory has been confirmed. The breakthrough came from a tiny inclusion in a diamond that most people would … more about colored diamonds and their values here). Inclusions, as you may know, are small bits of foreign (non-diamond) material that were trapped inside the diamond during its formation. In general, with engagement rings and other jewelry…
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Intimately Public
… two of the main ways to give the gift of jewelry. Upgrades are usually “up-sizing” to a bigger or higher grade main diamond. Many times, the jewelry only needs a change in the head to accommodate the new diamond. A Redesign is using some of… or twice in a marriage. The wedding ring is the most intimately public symbol of love. For better or worse, this diamond jewelry is the most tangible expression of love we have in our culture. With all the turmoil and uncertainty of today, …
