Search Results
Showing all results for: “Look up a ring”
Fine Jewelry University (Show All FJU Articles)
-
Types of Necklace Chains
… piece of jewelry. But, what kind of chain is best for you? In this article we’ll introduce you to the staggering variety of necklace (and bracelet) chains that are available right now in the jewelry world. Each one has its own unique …of round or oval links connected together one link at a time end over end. This simplicity gives them their timeless look, but it also gives them great strength and makes them one of the easiest styles to repair. The links in quality …
-
Star White Gold
…reasons to choose white gold. White gold compliments diamonds. White gold is bright. White gold has a pure reflexive look. White gold is white…or is it? White gold can be compared with gasoline. There are generally three grades of … grade 1 is premium. This means that when white gold is made, it can be yellowish to light yellow. When white gold rings are new they are coated with a white metal called rhodium. Rhodium is a metal very similar to platinum and rhodium …
-
Alternative Metals for Men’s Jewelry
…Titanium is very light weight which is its hallmark feature and one of the reasons it is used so heavily in manufacturing. It resists scratching well, and it is both hypoallergenic and biocompatible. Titanium is stronger than steel yet … 5 (also called 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…
-
Anatomy of a Ring
Knowing the different parts of a ring can help you make a better decision when choosing a new ring and it can help you know when your ring may need … ring has a shank. This is the technical term for the band of metal that encircles the finger. There would be no ring without the shank. If the ring has a distinct design feature on the top part, the ring shank is generally said to start … point that the design stops. A jeweler will usually add or remove metal from the bottom of the shank when sizing a ring. This can sometimes be done so well that you would never know it was sized looking at the shank with your naked eye. …
-
Types of Jewelry Clasps
…each with its own purpose and unique design. Whether you are searching for a replacement for a broken clasp or just looking to learn more about them, this article is for you. History of Jewelry Clasps Jewelry clasps are a small but …production of jewelry, and the demand for simpler, more affordable clasps grew. This led to the development of the spring ring clasp, which is still widely used today. The spring ring clasp features a small, spring-loaded mechanism that …
-
Learn Secret Diamond Buying Skills From a Professional Diamond Buyer
One of the most valuable memories in life is the look of your love when she sees that shining diamond ring on her finger for the first time. If there are any magic … fractions. Find a system you like and make the salesperson convert the weight to fit your comfort zone. If you are looking for a ¾ carat diamond and they are talking points or gainers, make them convert it to your understanding. It is … three carat. The diamond’s shape should be one of the earliest decisions you make. It will determine the style of ring and influence how much stone you can get for the money. The second aspect of cut is the most complex of all the …
Pages (Show All Pages)
-
Alternative Gemstones for a Non Traditional Engagement Ring
Today, many couples are choosing to express their individuality with unconventional engagement rings. One way to break the mold is to use a gemstone that’s not a Diamond. Let’s explore the pros and cons of a few … 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, Princess Diana, … 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 they don’t sparkle like diamond. Jessica Simpson’s …
-
Custom Jewelry Design FAQ
… inspiration and to enjoy all the different styles of unique jewelry. Do I have to be a jewelry designer to have a ring custom designed? NO. We are the expert jewelry designers. You are the expert in what you like. Putting these two … just for you. Jewelry has many small parts but most people just see the whole thing. Imagine a car; the overall look of the car is made up of all of smaller components. For example, the headlight shape and position, the size and angle of…
-
Recycled Diamond Engagement Rings
Why Buy a Recycled Engagement Ring When you care about the environment it affects everything you do. You make sure the light’s off when you a leave a … efficient appliances, you conserve our natural resources everywhere you can. So, why should buying an engagement ring be any different? No mater how efficiently we work, it still takes resources to acquire the raw materials for an … ring, your purchase consumes almost nothing. You effectively cut the resources used to produce that engagement ring in half by diffusing them over at least two owners. When you buy a recycled diamond, that’s one less diamond that needs …
-
How Much to Spend on an Engagement Ring
You may have heard the rule of thumb that you should spend three months’ salary on the engagement ring. This could be extreme overkill, or it could be too small to meet the goal of exceeding her expectations. We will help…, the diamond and jewelry industry influenced culture to provide guidelines on the amount to spend on an engagement ring. In the 1930s, it started with one months’ salary to buy a diamond engagement ring. By the way, only about 10% of the… that time were diamond engagement rings. By the end of the 20th Century, over 80% of people gave diamond engagement rings. Diamond prices increased in that time frame due to simple supply and demand. The two months’ salary rule began in …
-
Presentation Engagement Ring
What is a presentation engagement ring? A presentation engagement ring is simply a solitaire setting with a diamond set in it. The presentation ring … give your bride-to-be the simple presentation ring and then come back into the store and get the exact engagement ring she wants without any hassle. Here’s how it works: Pick out the diamond. If you know a general shape and size, that … prong solitaire (Tiffany style) setting. It can be in 14 karat white or yellow gold. Propose with the presentation ring. Come back with your new fiancée, and pick out the ring style she wants. We charge a small amount for the …
-
Double Halo Engagement Ring
About our Double Halo Engagement Ring When you are in the market for a diamond engagement ring, the halo design is bound to show up in your search. It is …. The small accent diamonds that surround the main round center diamond make it appear larger and give the overall ring a balanced and striking look. The rounded square look of the cushion shaped halo also adds a vintage feel to the piece… level. With two cushion shaped halos surrounding the round diamond, the effect is doubled. This setting has a huge look that’s sure to grab attention. The quality of the design and craftsmanship is incredible as well. Each of the 96 …
Videos (Show All Videos)
-
White Gold vs Platinum: Which One is Right for You?
Should I choose white gold or platinum for my engagement ring? This is a question that we get all the time, and now we have a full video to help you answer it. In this video we … test. At the end of the day, either metal is more than sufficient to hold your diamond securely in your engagement ring. As long as you take good care of your ring by taking it off for activities like exercise and chores, either metal …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 consider when …
-
How to Clean Jewelry at Home
Jewelry looks best when it’s cleaned regularly. While we recommend that you bring your jewelry in every 6 months to a year for a … cleaning solution won’t be able to remove this discoloration. If that happens to you, don’t worry, you can always bring your jewelry to Arden Jewelers and our jewelers can polish off the oxidization for you. Ultrasonic Cleaners We use …, or a base metal (commonly found in costume jewelry) polishing can actually remove the plating and make the metal look worse. Cautions As we have mentioned above, cleaning jewelry can be risky and certain gemstones or types of jewelry …
-
Magenta Titanium Jewelry Collection
…colored anodized titanium combined with traditional jewelry materials to create a completely unique and eye-catching look. Vibrant purple and magenta hues like this can only be achieved using the unique properties of high grade titanium. …-house jewelers create each piece by hand give you a beautiful and high quality piece of jewelry that you can’t find anywhere else
-
Cathedral Ring Mountings
The cathedral mounting is one of the many choices you have when you’re looking for the perfect engagement ring. It has many variations and its own set of pros and cons. Knowing more about this…
-
Ring Cam – Capture Your Proposal on Video
Ring Cam is an exciting new technology that allows you to capture your proposal on HD video. It’s a camera with a wide …
-
Fox 40 Ring Cam Interview
The Ring Cam is a special engagement ring box that has a hidden camera. You can use it to capture your proposal on video to …this, they sent a reporter to our shop to get the inside story. A big thanks goes out to Eddie and Shandretta for sharing their proposal video and for being there for the interview. It was great to be able to relive that moment with them…
Blog Posts (Show All Blog Posts)
-
Today’s Top Engagement Ring Trends
Once you’ve found “the one” the next thing you need to do is find “the ring.” While there are a lot of technical things to consider (the 4 C’s, gold karats, etc.), you can’t overstate the importance … test of time, but you also want something that’s relevant and exciting today. If you already know what style of ring she wants, stop reading now and go find it . If you’re still here, keep going to see some of today’s hottest style …, pincushion-like shapes in place of the ubiquitous round and cushion outlines. These pointed shapes give the ring an elegant, vintage flair calling to mind the intricate designs found in baroque cathedrals or the palace at Versailles. …
-
How to Organize Your Jewelry
… jewelry store. When you get ready for the day, go shopping in your store for the prefect accessories to match your look. If all of your jewelry is piled in a drawer, it will be easy to forget about, and you’ll wind up wearing your … solution we’ve seen is to use an empty glass bottle and stack your bracelets around it. This can be a cool look, but it might be a bit more difficult to get to that one near the bottom. Rings and Earrings A traditional jewelry chest can …
-
Jewelry for Cheapskates
…, you can save a little money and still wind up with a great piece of jewelry. We’ll show you how. Diamond Stud Earrings Here is a classic way to save on a nice jewelry gift. You can get away with a much lower quality diamond in earrings … than you would want to put in a ring. Why? Because (normally) people don’t get nearly as close to look at your earrings than they do to look at a ring. So, while you might want to stick with SI2 or better clarity for your engagement ring…
-
3 Things You Might Not Know About Jewelry Repair
…soft” on the hardness scale. This means that they are susceptible to small scratches and abrasions which make them look worn over time. Of course, no gemstone is unbreakable, and even diamonds can be broken if they are hit at the wrong … wear completely through the bail. Even something as simple as hand lotion can build up in the small crevasses in rings causing the gems to lose some of their sparkle. Does your jewelry need some TLC? We offer a free jewelry evaluation …
-
When You Wanted Gold But Got Gravel
We were recently asked by a client to do some work a custom ring that they had made by another jeweler. This is a fairly common occurrence for us since we have a full, in-house … our jewelers polished, the piece simply refused to take on a normal, bright finish. So, we decided to take a closer look using our gemology microscope. We were not prepared for what we saw. To fully understand the problems with this ring… to follow isn’t properly setup, you can wind up with a brittle casting due to what is called “porosity.” The metal looks ok from the outside, but underneath the surface it is more like a sponge than a solid piece. As you might have …
-
Finding the Perfect Engagement Ring Style
The engagement ring expresses a loving commitment to the most important person in your life. So, discovering the perfect engagement …. Here’s a quick rundown of some of the stylistic choices you have when you’re looking for an engagement ring. Designer Simon G has been creating amazing diamond engagement rings for some time now. The Simon G team keeps coming up with …. Simple and Elegant The classic diamond solitaire, also called the Tiffany setting, is a timeless design. No other ring style highlights the center diamond like a solitaire. Round brilliant diamonds are by far the most popular choice in …
Custom Designs (Show All Custom Designs)
-
The first thing that strikes you when you look at this unique ring is the rough-hewn, natural texture that the entire piece is finished with. Breaking from the …on a rustic and handmade feel with its texture. A single, bezel set diamond and an open heart complete this original look
-
This is a truly striking ring. All attention is focused on the three large main diamonds with four sizable accents completing the look and …
-
A jaw dropping ring featuring a large center diamond surrounded by a dazzling halo of accent diamonds yielding an even bigger overall … than are traditionally used for the halo giving it an almost scalloped outer edge. This subtle variation makes this ring stand out from the crowd
-
… of the round center diamond. The lifelike details and flowing lines create a palpable sense of movement when you look at the ring. Proof that with custom jewelry from Arden Jewelers, the only limit is your imagination
-
This is a simple, yet surprisingly detailed design. Everywhere you look small touches show the client’s personality and style. From the small, flush set accent diamond hidden away in the … style shank to the intricate yet subtle filigree work under each of the three main diamonds, this ring is all about the details
-
The essence of simplicity. This modern men’s wedding band features an ultra sleek look with a single, rectangular piece of green jade flush set into the metal. It is a strong yet understated design that …
