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What Are Lab Grown Diamonds?
…. Simulants are gems that look like a real, natural gem but are actually another material. So, a clear or white sapphire can be a diamond simulant because it looks like a diamond. That white sapphire can be natural or, here’s the trick, …natural vs synthetic), but that it is a substitute that looks like another gem. So, we can say that a man-made white sapphire is a “synthetic sapphire” or that it can be used as a “diamond simulant,” but it would be incorrect to say that it …
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Is a Lab Grown Diamond Right for Me?
…diamonds are conflict diamonds (both wild falsehoods). On the other hand, I have heard some in the industry refer to lab grown diamonds as fakes (also completely false). We’re here to help cut through some of the rhetoric, so you can … informed and logical decision about what kind of diamond is right for you. First of all, if you’re not sure what a lab grown or synthetic diamond is, please check out our basic introduction to lab grown diamonds before reading on. So, …
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How to Tell If a Diamond Is Natural or Lab Grown
…’s not as simple as you might think. First, you have to decide what “real” means. If you are not familiar with lab grown diamonds, you might want to check out our introduction to lab grown and synthetic diamonds before continuing with … like Cubic Zirconia (CZ) or Moissanite, it is easy to identify them because they aren’t diamonds. But, with lab grown diamonds, the chemical structure and properties are all the same as natural diamond, so it becomes much more difficult…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Sapphire
Few gems capture the imagination as does sapphire. Sapphire‘s beauty inspired people to wonder. Ancient cultures had many lore and beliefs about the sapphire. The … the earth rested on a giant sapphire whose reflection gave the sky its color. Ancient priests and sorcerers honored sapphire above all gems, for this stone enabled them to interpret oracles and foretell the future. Symbolizing truth, … partners put great faith in the stone. If its luster dimmed, one knew his or her spouse had been unfaithful. Sapphire refused to shine when worn by the wicked or impure. Known as the celestial gemstone, the sapphire has been treasured for …
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How Are Lab Grown Diamonds Made?
… lab grown diamonds. For decades, manufacturers of synthetic gemstones tried growing diamonds like they grew rubies, sapphires, and emeralds. It failed. Then they had the idea to grow diamonds in the lab like they grew in nature. High … into gold, many have tried to achieve this impressive feat. We have only recently been able to produce gem quality, lab grown diamonds that are large enough to be used in jewelry. But, how is it done? Early Efforts Throughout history, …
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The Birthstones
… been a symbol of love, charity and victory. The bible states that wisdom is “more precious than rubies”. Rubies and sapphires are the same mineral, corundum. Ruby is red and any other color is called sapphire. Learn more about Ruby August’s … and durability making it suitable for regular wear and its brilliance is on par with even the most beautiful sapphires and rubies. It has a long and rich history and has even been mistaken for ruby in the crown jewels. Sardonyx is a lesser …
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Lab Grown Diamonds
… most beautiful things we have found on this planet. Reproducing their incredible strength and dazzling beauty in a lab has been a goal of scientists for decades, and now, that dream is becoming a reality. In truth, man-made diamonds, …the techniques and methods of producing diamonds matured to where gem quality stones can be produced in large sizes. Lab grown diamond engagement rings Today, we are excited to introduce our brand new line of lab grown diamond engagement…
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Arden Jewelers Catches Undisclosed Lab Grown Diamond
One of the things that sets us apart from other jewelers is our team of expert gemologists and full gem lab. In the past, we have talked about how a gemologist jewelry buyer can pay you more and how a gemologist can help you… our head Graduate Gemologist, Angelo tested and evaluated the diamonds. Using our brand new, state-of-the-art lab grown diamond tester was mostly just a matter of procedure as the stones were supposed to be natural. He was completely … flagged one of the two gems as a possible lab grown diamond. This stone was not laser engraved or disclosed as lab grown and to every standard gemological test is looked and acted exactly like a natural diamond. He ran the test a few …
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Learn about Morganite and Jewelry Allergies
Anyone can sell you jewelry, but as a trusted, local jeweler we want to do more than that. Which is why we created the Fine Jewelry University . There, you can learn about gold, diamonds, gemstones, buying, selling, cleaning, and just about anything else related to jewelry from GIA trained, battle-tested gemologists. We have recently added two new…
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The World’s Largest Diamond Mine is Shutting Down
… site has had a significant impact on the environment around it, and faced with this kind of disruption many of us begin to feel uneasy about the prospect of buying a natural diamond. This is a big driving force behind the interest in lab grown diamonds which are believed to have a much smaller impact on the environment. That said, one aspect of the mine’s closure that hasn’t gotten much press is the extensive plan that the owners (the Rio Tinto group) have to …
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Show Mom How Much You Care
… is easy: Choose the number of gemstones to represent the number of kids or family members you have. Choose the birthstones of each person’s birth month. There are multiple options for choosing birthstones including natural gemstones, lab gemstones, and synthetic gemstones to fit any budget. Choose the metal for the necklace and chain with options like sterling silver, 14k gold, and more. The length of the chain is 18 inches, and it has adjuster jump rings so it can be…
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Get a Free Ticket to the International Wedding Festival
… later. Most pieces can be finished in 2-5 days. 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…
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Balance : Earth Friendly Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Rings
… to see it up close, shouldn’t you be proud of what you’re wearing? Shouldn’t it be a reflection of who you are? We created the Balance collection to give you a new choice in the sea of engagement rings on the market today, a choice to stand… built with you in mind. These original designs are handcrafted in our Sacramento studio using recycled gold and lab grown diamonds. Every aspect, from the design, to the materials, to the craftsmanship was carefully chosen to give you a…
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Alternative Gemstones for a Non Traditional Engagement Ring
… Diamonds. Most alternatives to Diamonds have color which makes stand out from the traditional clear white Diamond. Sapphire Engagement Rings The most common Diamond alternative for engagement rings is Blue Sapphire. The Duchess of Cambridge…. Corundum is a 9 on the Mohs hardness scale. Diamond is a 10, the hardest of any natural gem. Their hardness helps Sapphires and Rubies wear very well in engagement rings. There are also White Sapphires which look similar to diamonds, but …
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Free Diamond Studs For Christmas
… or more you will get a free pair of diamond stud earrings !* You can choose between a pair of 1.00ct total weight lab grown diamonds or 0.66ct total weight natural diamonds. Both are set in 14k white gold martini style settings. … and lab grown studs are limited, so stop by today to claim your diamonds before they’re gone. * Free studs available only while supplies last. Cannot be combined with any other offers. See store for details. Contact Us Come in today to…
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Recycled Diamond Engagement Rings
… doing your part to reduce the environmental impact of your jewelry. Another alternative to consider is choosing a lab grown diamond. These are 100% real, genuine diamonds that are produced in a lab instead of mined out of the Earth. … who can accurately evaluate the diamond and ring. Our gemologists have years of training and a state-of-the-art gem lab on site to make sure they don’t miss a thing. When you buy a recycled ring, you are trusting the jeweler to honestly…
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Magenta Titanium Jewelry Gifts
…, but it was also a great price.” – Caytie L. (Santa Clara, CA) About the Collection These original designs were created by our team of in-house jewelers to push beyond the limits of what could be done with traditional jewelry materials. … are endless. Mix up the gemstones. Do you like the diamond look, but you would prefer natural instead of lab diamonds? Do you wonder how crazy the purple overload would get if we used an amethyst instead of a diamond? Do you have your …
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AI Jewelry Design Competition
… the prizes above, all contestants will get $100.00 off the cost of creating their own design. If you love what you created, and you want to wear it in real life, just let us know! “I honestly cannot imagine a better experience in designing … I settled on Arden, and I am so glad that I chose to work with Angelo! He made the process incredibly easy, and created an engagement ring that my fiancé loves.” – David B. (Davis, CA) Custom Jewelry with Arden Jewelers We have been …
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A unique ring with a beautiful story. The center stone is actually a heart shaped lab grown sapphire from a special ring owned by the customer’s wife. She wanted her new husband to have a piece of the ring, and we …
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A gorgeous take on the classic Toi et Moi (you and me) two stone ring. This piece features a pear cut main diamond alongside a cushion cut second diamond both held with an elegant yellow gold band. Both diamonds are lab grown and they show off the beauty of these stones perfectly
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An elegant and understated ring featuring a vibrant blue sapphire center, with a sparkling round brilliant diamond on either side. The lines of the shank are sleek and fluid, accentuating the center stone. The design speaks for itself
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The vibrant round blue sapphire is carefully set next to a cute carved metal panda which sits atop this ring. The panda features white and black rhodium which gives this little guy the classic markings. A lattice of open metal bamboo stocks on both sides of the ring…
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This non-traditional halo engagement ring features a stunning marquise diamond, surrounded by round sapphires. The deep blue of the sapphire halo stands out boldly against the white gold, and contrasts nicely with the …
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A vibrant heart cut ruby is front and center on this fun ring. The matching pair of blue sapphire accents are nestled each side of the crown. Carefully crafted swooping yellow gold and chevron diamond band work together to make this special design
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Gemstones
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Sapphire, 0.62 cts. (#20308)
$550.00- Shape:
- Oval Brilliant
- Color:
- Blue
- Clarity:
- Eye Clean
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 6.14 × 4.08 × 2.68mm
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Sapphire, 0.88 cts. (#20304)
$850.00- Shape:
- Oval Brilliant
- Color:
- Green
- Clarity:
- Eye Clean
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 6.28 × 4.92 × 3.20mm
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Sapphire, 0.96 cts. (#20306)
$1,200.00- Shape:
- Pear Cut
- Color:
- Pink
- Clarity:
- Eye Clean
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 6.59 × 4.92 × 3.41mm
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
…to get advice on how to clean it. Windex and Toothbrush : Only use Windex (or glass cleaner) on Diamond, Rubies, and Sapphires. A toothbrush with mild hand soap or delicate jewelry cleaner can be used on most gems, however. Jewelry Cleaning … what jewelry is safe to clean with it. Ultrasonic : Only use the ultrasonic with the following gems: Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Quartz, Topaz, Tourmaline, Aqua, Morganite, Alexandrite, Garnet. Remember the warning above that other factors (…
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Get Free Diamond Studs with Your Purchase
… you can get a free pair of diamond stud earrings when you spend $2,000 or more. Take your pick of either 1.00ct TDW lab grown diamonds or 0.66ct TDW natural diamonds both set in beautiful 14k white gold martini style mountings. There …
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Asteria – The Cure for the Common Gift
Asteria jewelry is a unique gift idea featuring a gemstone that was created thousands of years ago when a meteor impacted the Earth. If you’re ready to stop giving boring gifts, learn more about the cure for the common gift here
