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Gold Purity and The Differences Between White and Yellow Gold
… metal and it is a rare yellow mineral that is the most malleable and pliable of all metals. Yes, but what does that mean to me? Gold is a beautiful metal that is used to make timeless jewelry. Gold can be bent and molded into elegant … Is all gold the same? We hear a piece of jewelry is pure gold or solid gold or 24 karat gold, but what does it all mean? Gold used in jewelry like wedding rings can come in many forms. Basic to understand the uses of gold in jewelry is …
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How to Sell Your Jewelry
…your jewelry are the factors that determine the value of estate jewelry and the options to liquidating it. Does this mean you have to become a gemologist just to sell your jewelry? No. But some homework and note taking can mean a much … and may require a specialty option to sell. Knowing if your jewelry is just old and out of style or an antique can mean the difference of hundreds, if not thousands of dollars. Remember you don’t get paid for the jewelry in relation to …
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What Are Lab Grown Diamonds?
…vocabulary. Synthetic. Understanding this term correctly is the key that unlocks this entire question. Synthetic can mean artificial or even fake. Synthetic can also mean man-made, copied, unreal, or even imitation. But, in this context, …, described as synthetic diamonds. This misrepresentation has seriously confused what the term “synthetic” means, and it’s why most producers of man-made diamonds prefer the term “lab grown” over “synthetic.” In order to appreciate this …
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Frequently Asked Question about Jewelry
… redesigned? Simply put, a redesign is a custom design using your existing gems and gold or platinum. This does not mean you are limited by the gems you have, but what you have is incorporated into the new design. You can add gems or use … is not right for me now, or, the very popular reason, going bigger/upgrade time. Does redesigning the wedding ring mean I don’t love him anymore or things need to change in the marriage some ask? Styles change, what can be done in the …
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Types of Necklace Chains
…, it is easy to see why rope chains are so popular. PROS Durability – The redundant links in a solid rope chain means that even if one or two of the links fail, the chain can still hold together. Flexibility – Rope chains are very … be often be diamond cut which gives them an even more lively and glittering appearance. Diamond cutting on a chain means there are small notches that are cut into the links and brightly polished. These notches will catch and reflect the …
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How to Sell Jewelry on eBay and Other Websites
…, you can get cash on the spot for your gold and jewelry, no waiting for it to sell, no photographing, describing, pricing, no hassle at all. Our gemologist buyers are fast, friendly, and professional, and our 20+ years in Sacramento mean you know you’re getting a great deal from a safe and reputable jeweler
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Personalized Jewelry Gifts For Her
Unique, Personalized Jewelry When you give someone a beautiful piece of jewelry, you want it to mean something. Sometimes a classic pendant set with her birthstone says it all. Sometimes it’s the perfect piece to …to make it more personal, more meaningful. With this collection of stylish, personalized fine jewelry, your gift can mean so much more. Whether it’s celebrating your love with custom monogram jewelry, an inside joke engraved on a ring …
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Custom Jewelry Design FAQ
… jewelry. To help over come many of the misunderstanding I am using a question — answer style of article. This means I will not answer all your question so please call or come in to get a better understanding of custom design jewelry. …Or Redesigned? Simply put a redesign to a custom design using your existing gems and gold or platinum. This does not mean you are limited by the gems you have, but what you have is incorporated into the new design. You can add gems or use…
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Computer Aided Jewelry Design
… without paying the high custom jewelry prices. We are now creating jewelry on various 3D CAD CAM programs. CAD means computer aided design, and CAM means computer aided manufacturing. There are several benefits for working with CAD CAM …jewelry designer starts to design the ring. When he has a prototype for the customer to look at he renders it, which means he creates a photo-realistic image of the solid model. This rendering process has many elements as well, such as …
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Get More Cash for Your Jewelry
… jewelry you are selling and 2) has the skills necessary to accurately evaluate it. First, let’s talk about what it means to have a good use for jewelry. If you are buying a piece of jewelry and your sole intention is to resell it to a … and pass the test, you receive your certificate as a GIA trained gemologist. Of course, knowledge alone doesn’t mean that you will pay the most for jewelry. There are extremely knowledgeable buyers out there who have no qualms about …
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Pearl Takeover Event
… 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 pearls. When we say “Pearl Takeover Event” we mean it. From now until June 7th we are filling 3 full showcases to the brim with nothing but pearls! You will find everything from pearl studs to bracelets to strands and more all priced at an incredible 50% off . You will find luxurious, …
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Balance : Earth Friendly Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Rings
… rings on the market today, a choice to stand out from the crowd, a choice to make a statement, a choice to find new meaning in an old and treasured symbol. Earth-Friendly: Recycled Gold, Lab Grown Diamonds What does it mean for an … else, so why buy a ring that looks like everyone else’s? Peace of Mind Using recycled gold and lab grown diamonds means you can sleep easy at night knowing that no gold or diamonds were mined to make your engagement ring. Exceptional …
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Jewelry Style Basics
… can go a long way in helping you project an image of confidence and individual flair. Developing your own style means “knowing yourself” Jewelry basics can be used with other pieces or as an accent to the main display jewelry. The rule … would be better served with necklace lengths that fall below the breast but above the waist to elongate her figure. Meanwhile, a tall, thin woman may want to select a choker that cuts the line of the neck and de-emphasizes her height. …
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Informational Video: Cathedral Ring Mountings
… here: We hope you enjoyed the video and that you learned something new about cathedral engagement rings. If you have any feedback, comments, or ideas for what you would like to see future videos on, please leave us a comment. In the mean time, you can check out more examples of cathedral rings on our online store, or you can always come by for a visit to see some cathedral rings in
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Perspective – Is Selling Gold Jewelry on Craigslist Worth it?
… reported over 2 years ago that Northern California in particular is a Craigslist crime hotspot. These hard times mean more bad guys are out trying to steal things like jewelry. So the question is: is the little bit more that you can make… cash a easy transaction from is filled out and you get the cash. It is easy and safe. Risk free now takes on double meaning. Come by Arden Jewelers
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Clearance Sale Going on Now!
Every year about this time, we have the opportunity to show our loved ones, in a tangible way, how much they mean to us. We search high and low for the best possible price on 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 …
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How Much is My Jewelry Worth?
…. There are actually a few different kinds of appraisals, but when most people talk about jewelry appraisals they mean insurance appraisals (check out our article about jewelry appraisal types ). This is the heart of the problem of what … appraisal is to detail what it would cost to replace a jewelry item if it is lost, stolen, or damaged. It is not meant to show what the item’s market value is at the time. Here’s an example. If I were doing a jewelry type of appraisal on…
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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 …
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… gems: Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Quartz, Topaz, Tourmaline, Aqua, Morganite, Alexandrite, Garnet. Remember the warning above that other factors (like inclusions) can play a role here, so just because a gem is on this list does not mean that it is always safe to put in an ultrasonic. But, in most cases, if a gem is not on this list you should definitely not put it in an ultrasonic. When in doubt, ask your jeweler. Steamer : Only use a steam cleaner on the following gems: …
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White Gold vs Platinum: Which One is Right for You?
…ring a lot, you need to know how it will hold up to small scratches and dings of daily life. Since white gold is a harder metal, tiny bits of it can actually flake off when it is scratched. The softness of platinum, on the other hand, means that the 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 …
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FOX40 Visits Arden Jewelers to Talk About the Price of Gold
FOX40's news team visited Arden Jewelers to talk about the high price of gold and what is means for you. Learn about how the gold buying process works and find out how much your jewelry might be worth at today's record high gold prices. We also discuss how our gemologist buyers can pay you for more than just the gold weight of your jewelry.
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Good Day Sacramento Talks Engravable Personalized Jewelry with Arden Jewelers
…hosting the Good Day Sacramento morning show at our shop. We talked about the upcoming International Wedding Festival (which we attended) as well as personalized gifts. An engraved piece of jewelry is a wonderful way to give someone a meaningful gift that is both valuable and personalized to them. We have a great selection of engravable jewelry that we can personalize in almost any way you would like. If you don’t see something you love online, you can always contact us…
Custom Designs
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… ring features a rough diamond, 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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A custom ring doesn’t have to be big and flashy to be meaningful. This small band features three diamonds in unique settings and a thin band. Understated yet stylish, this ring is easy to wear everyday and looks great with everything
