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Arden Jewelers Catches Undisclosed Lab Grown Diamond
…and of themselves. We even carry a line of them called Balance , and they are a great way to save money compared to natural diamonds. It’s the undisclosed lab grown diamonds (like the one we found) that are the problem. These gems are worth less than their natural counterparts, and we consider it part of our job to protect our clients from being sold one. If you want to learn more about lab grown diamonds, check out our series of informational articles on them . Without …
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Spreading Hope with Custom Jewelry
… gauges and alloys of gold before we were finally able to reproduce the complex xHope logo faithfully. The necklace was finished literally hours before the final deadline for the event. In the end, all of the struggles were well worth it as we saw the pendant generate so much excitement and value for xHope at the auction. It was a huge success and a testament to the creativity and determination of our jewelers. We hope (sorry, couldn’t resist) you enjoyed this story. We …
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The Truth About Synthetic Gems
…examination of the gem. Some synthetics are poorly made and can quickly be identified. Other synthetics are so well made it is impossible to id them in jewelry and can only be positively identified in gem labs with millions of dollars worth of equipment and world class personnel. Synthetic gems make excellent jewelry because they have the same property as the natural gem. Synthetic gems make owning beautiful jewelry affordable. But synthetic gems are not natural; they …
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Why Would a Gemologist Pay Less for Your Jewelry?
… to make the sale. Getting the most money for your jewelry is the goal. Simply put there are jewelry buyers in the market place that do not fully understand what makes jewelry valuable and sometimes they bid more than the jewelry is worth. Sometimes they buy moissanite for the same price as diamond because moissanite can trick most diamond testers. Sometimes they buy jewelry that isn’t gold at gold prices because it is (wrongly) stamped 14k. In these cases, knowledge …
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Get a Free Ticket to the International Wedding Festival
…. Expert advice from a seasoned, GIA trained jeweler. Can this broken earring be fixed? What kind of engagement ring style should I choose? What is the difference between a natural and a lab diamond anyway? How much is my old jewelry worth? We would love to help with these or any other questions that you have. If you know someone who is engaged or planning to be soon, this show is a fantastic opportunity to share with them. Stop by our booth, say “hello,” and get some …
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What is This Year’s Unique Gift Idea?
… Christmas gift like no other you have given before. You can surprise her this year with a gift that is truly out of this world. Arden Jewelers is the only Sacramento jeweler with Asteria. If you are in the Sacramento area, it is worth a trip just to see Asteria. I think you will agree it is the best unique gift idea this year. Watch our TV commercial introducing Asteria here
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How to Organize Your Jewelry
…. Your Engagement Ring Your engagement ring is, for many people, the most important and special piece of jewelry you own. Since it spends most of its time on your finger, you might wonder why we’re talking about it here. Any jeweler worth his salt will tell you to remove your engagement ring when you’re doing certain activities. Things like gardening, washing dishes, carpentry, punch bags, etc. can damage your ring, and you should try to remove it for these activities. …
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Give Back and Support East African Gem Miners
… special piece in our shop, now you can enjoy it and give back to community miners at the same time. Our entire online shop is eligible, so feel free to browse until you find your favorite. Each purchase leaves a lasting legacy that’s worth far more than gold or gemstones. Of course, you can also give directly to Gem Legacy through their website here . Or, do both! We’re excited about this opportunity, and we have more ideas in the works. If this is something that …
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Get More Cash for Your Jewelry
… we’d release it first to our loyal blog readers. Shooting the commercial was a lot of fun, and we hope you enjoy it. Whether you are selling a simple gold chain or a diamond ring or you just want to know how much your jewelry is worth, be sure to stop by Arden Jewelers. Other “cash for gold” operations don’t always pay you for the diamonds and gemstones. Our gemologists trained buyers can pay you more. Visit Arden Jewelers today