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Gem in the Spotlight: Emerald
…soapy water. As we discussed above, most emeralds are fracture filled. So, you should never use ultrasonic or steam cleaners because they can permanently damage the filler material. Despite being a relatively hard stone (with a Mohs hardness…
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Laser Jewelry Repair
… technology is making it possible to work on jewelry that once was impossible to fix or too costly to fix. Now Arden Jewelers has a powerful laser to repair our customer’s jewelry. Lasers can repair an antique enameled pin without damaging …. Antique filigree that is broken can be repaired. Restoring antique platinum jewelry is now possible with Arden Jewelers’ laser. The laser can also help Angelo create very complicated pieces and diamond intensive pieces in his designer lines…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Blue Zircon
… known gems. The Care and Cleaning of Zircon Zircon care and cleaning is simple: avoid steamers or ultrasonic cleaners. This is particularly important with stones that may have been color enhanced (like most Blue Zircon). Also, avoid the use…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Amethyst
… amethyst jewelry. If you have an amethyst ring or other piece of jewelry with diamonds or other gemstones, you should be careful when cleaning it. You should use a soft brush to gently scrub the amethyst and avoid using ultrasonic cleaners, as these can damage the gemstone. Why Buy Amethyst There are many reasons why someone might want to buy amethyst. One of the main reasons is its beautiful violet color, which can complement a wide range of skin tones and wardrobe …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Jade
… Columbia, and Siberia. Myanmar (Burma) and Guatemala are the primary sources of jadeite. Care and Cleaning of Jade Both nephrite and jadeite can be damaged by the heat of a jeweler’s torch. Jade is generally safe in ultrasonic cleaners, but the treatments we just discussed can be damaged. Warm soapy water and a soft bristled brush are the safest ways to care for your heirloom jade. Almost all jade is treated with wax to help improve its appearance. The wax fills pores in …
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Alternative Metals for Men’s Jewelry
… aircraft grade) being the most commonly used due to its incredible strength and workability. Our rings at Arden Jewelers are made from aircraft grade 5 titanium. Titanium is a chemical element with the symbol Ti and atomic number 22. It is … of the alloy. This may or may not be an issue for you depending on who you buy your titanium ring from. At Arden Jewelers we work with manufacturers who allow us to exchange titanium (and other alternative metal) rings for different sizes …
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Star White Gold
… the real problem. How can you tell what the jewelry looks like under the plating? Over the years the stories some jewelers tell their customers about the yellowing of their jewelry are amazing. They say the gold is working its way up to the … for generations. The clean bright look you bought the jewelry for will be permanent, not just a thin plate. Arden Jewelers‘ Star White gold keeps the promise of white gold. The bright clean style of Star White gold will enhance the look of …
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How Are Lab Grown Diamonds Made?
…, SI1 HPHT diamond (assuming they were cut to the same proportions of course). That’s where we come in. At Arden Jewelers we require each lab grown diamond supplier to send us a sample of their product before we offer it to the public. Our …, and more. So, whether it’s natural, CVD, HPHT, or some new technology in the future, you know that with Arden Jewelers you will get an accurately graded diamond at an amazing price every
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Types of Jewelry Clasps
… of styles (many being custom made) it can be hard to source a matching style if it breaks (as with box clasps, our jewelers can generally make replacement parts if needed). Risk of Damage – They require pulling hard enough to overload the …em easy to fasten with one hand. Style – There are many design options and jewelers have been creatively making new designs for centuries. CONS Security – S hooks are not the most secure clasp due to their inherently open design. If the chain…
