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Finding the Perfect Engagement Ring Style
… than any other diamond cut. The Princess cut is next in popularity at the moment followed by the Cushion, Oval, Emerald, Radiant, Pear, Heart, and Marquise cut diamonds. Vintage Vintage inspired engagement rings have a creative flair that …
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3 Things You Might Not Know About Jewelry Repair
… 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 susceptible to small … 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 strong substances need regular maintenance…
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Why Would a Gemologist Pay Less for Your Jewelry?
… evaluated the same diamond early that day and offered half as much. I asked the jeweler if he noticed the color and cut of the diamond, and he said: “Yes, it is an excellent cut and fine color like an H.” In reality, the diamond was a P…low. To give you an idea of how low, the standard diamond pricing guides stop at M color. To make matters worse, the cut was extremely deep as well, on the order of 68% depth. Again, for perspective, excellent cuts are around 60% to 62.5…
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Learn about Morganite and Jewelry Allergies
…gemologists. We have recently added two new articles for you to checkout: What is Morganite? Morganite is a beautiful, soft-pink gem that is growing in popularity . It is a form of the mineral Beryl which puts it in the same family as Emerald. But, unlike its green cousin, Morganite is usually free from inclusions giving it a clean and pure look. You will often find Morganite set in rose gold which compliments and brings out the natural pink in the gemstone. Even though …
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Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas 2021
…: stud earrings. A sure fire gift idea, studs go with anything, and we have a huge variety to choose from (all on sale for Valentine’s Day). In addition to the classic diamond studs, we also have a great selection of gemstones like emerald, ruby, peridot, and more. Not sure which one to get her? Diamond is always a great choice, or go with her birthstone. Don’t love either of these options? No problem. Here are some other great gift ideas: Engagement ring upgrade Vintage …
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Spreading Hope with Custom Jewelry
… was when the problems started. First, because titanium is such a strong metal, even doing something as simple as cutting out a circle is a challenge. Since we needed this pendant to be a bit larger than our other designs, we had to get … was to get a uniform color/finish on such a large surface area of titanium. Our jewelers eventually resorted to gem cutting techniques to get the surface finish on the titanium clean enough to reproduce the color that was needed. Then, …
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How Much is My Jewelry Worth?
…: 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 this context, is … for the gold. The diamond price is more complicated. It is basically the common wholesale price modified by the cut grade of the gem. The wholesale price is a dynamic price that changes daily and is influenced by the source selected. …
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Mark Schneider Now at Arden Jewelers
… Arden Jewelers now carries the prestigious Mark Schneider Designs engagement ring line! If you’re looking for a cutting edge, stylish engagement ring this is the line for you. About Mark Schneider engagement rings Mark Schneider is one … Museum of Natural History . He is the winner of countless awards, and he is known in the jewelry industry as a cutting edge designer who pushes beyond the status quo. “We are modern design.” That’s quote from Mark Schneider’s list of …
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News 10, Diamond Prices, and Shopping Local
… 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 of dollars? Being able 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, not only are they paying for the diamonds and …
