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Types of Jewelry Clasps
…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 …. Other types of jewelry clasps that emerged in the 20th century include the lobster clasp, which features a spring-loaded mechanism that opens and closes by pressing a small lever, and the toggle clasp, which consists of a bar that …
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Anatomy of a Ring
… ring may need maintenance. It’s also a fun way to impress your friends with your vast knowledge of jewelry terms. Shank Every ring has a shank. This is the technical term for the band of metal that encircles the finger. There would be no … said to start at the 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 …
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How to Value Inherited Jewelry
…their offer can be significantly lower than even the intrinsic value of a piece. We have even heard of cases where a ring with a one carat diamond and $50 in scrap gold was valued at $50 by these operations. The intrinsic values for the … division. How the jewelry value is determined is crucial to the people receiving an inheritance. A full and open disclosure of how the jewelry was valued allows for a fair and smooth disbursement of the estate. Keep in mind that we have …
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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 … easiest styles to repair. The links in quality cable chains are typically soldered closed. Avoid cable chains with open links as they can break easily. Depending on the thickness, cable chains can easily be worn on their own or layered …
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Frequently Asked Question about Jewelry
… others waited until over 50 years. The reasons to redesign range widely: the ring is worn out (it would need a new shank and all new heads), the style is not right for me now, or, the very popular reason, going bigger/upgrade time. Does … professionals must keep up with current advancements in the field. The pace of change in the gem industry is staggering. What is Moissanite? Moissanite is lab-created silicon carbide. It has become an excellent diamond imitation since it…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Iolite
… different colors when observed at different angles, especially with polarized light. Pleochroism is caused by differing absorption of light rays in doubly refractive crystals. Thus, no singly refractive gemstone can exhibit pleochroism. … to find north, I would recommend a different approach. Just use the finger that your iolite jewelry is worn on to open the compass app on your smart phone. From there you can find both magnetic north and true north. I would say that …
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Minimalist Double V Open Shank Ring with Diamonds
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Open Shank V Patterned Ring with Diamonds
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Three Stone Open Shank Diamond Ring
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Open Milgrain Diamond Cluster Stackable Band
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Today’s Top Engagement Ring Trends
… of how a subtle, tasteful change to a classic design can create something entirely new and exciting. Open and Woven Shank Engagement Rings First we need a bit of terminology. The part of the ring that wraps around your finger and leads up… ring shank. Traditionally, there is only a single, unbroken ring shank or perhaps there are two or three separate shanks that split off to connect to the center design at different points. Today, we are seeing more and more designs …
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…And, We’re Back
We are pleased to announce that our showroom is once again open for business for our regular hours . First and foremost, we want to take a moment to thank all of our fantastic … their patience, understanding, and support during this unprecedented time. You guys have been so flexible and so caring. We really have the best clients in the industry, and we’re so grateful. Thank you! With California moving to Stage 2… we operate to keep our staff and customers safe. You will notice plastic partitions at our desks and our staff wearing trendy face masks. We also have hand sanitizing stations out for our customers to use. We’re observing social …
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Come See Our New Location
…closing sale, a very busy weekend of moving, and several technical hurdles to overcome, Arden Jewelers is officially open at our new location! We moved just a short distance down Arden Way to a much larger stand-alone building across the …) 481-8006 Fax (new): (916) 486-3766 We are very excited about our new location, and all the changes that it will bring. We are planning a grand opening celebration for sometime in the near future, but until then we are fully open for …
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How to Organize Your Jewelry
… 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 favorite pieces less often. It’s a simple truth: if you see your jewelry, you’ll wear it. So, have fun with it, go … 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 be a great way to organize and display rings and earrings because many of …
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Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas 2021
If she stuck with you through stay at home orders, sheltering in place, and a year of uncertainty, she deserves a nice Valentine’s Day gift. This year we are featuring a great … ideas for all the procrastinators out there (you know who you are). Save up to 50% off on genuine Tiffany & Co. rings, bracelets, necklaces, and more. Tiffany jewelry is both iconic and beautiful. You can’t go wrong giving her that … her birthstone. Don’t love either of these options? No problem. Here are some other great gift ideas: Engagement ring upgrade Vintage and estate jewelry Get some of her jewelry repaired Pearl necklaces So, there you have it, two (plus) …
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Enduring Family Business
… cooks it up, or maybe Google asks trusted locals to write them. But, for some reason, the words made be pause: “Enduring family-owned store…”. If you’ve ever been involved in a small business, you know that it’s not easy. Demands are … because of you. Our business has the best clients and support of any that I know. You stuck by us when we couldn’t open our doors, and you’re still here today. Google chose to describe our business as “enduring,” and I can think of no …
Custom Designs (Show All Custom Designs)
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This creative design features a brilliant pear cut diamond center stone with organic floral and vine elements twisting up both sides of the shank. The straight lines of the yellow gold outer rails contrast with the flowing curves of the white gold flower elements in the middle telling a story of balance between the man-made and the natural
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This custom engagement ring features a delicate split shank design with two thin bands gracefully arcing towards the classically radiant emerald cut center diamond. Understated…
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… show the client’s personality and style. From the small, flush set accent diamond hidden away in the European style shank to the intricate yet subtle filigree work under each of the three main diamonds, this ring is all about the details…
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… to accommodate the Swiss blue topaz center stone, which weights over thirty-two carats. With a simple split shank, and basket style mounting, the topaz is the real focal point. This ring is a statement piece, for sure
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… was inspired by the curling of the oceans waves. It has a simple, modern style, a European style square-bottom shank, and white gold curling delicately around four accent round brilliant diamonds
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The smooth swooping curves of this custom ring is designed to show off and protect the clean mint green prasiolite stone. From the front view, you can see the …
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Custom Jewelry Design FAQ
…. If you want a complicated top of ring but not the sides, it can be done. If you want diamonds everywhere, down the shank, on the sides, on the prongs, and even inside (yes we have set diamonds inside) it can be done. Jewelry and wedding … others waited until over 50 years. The reason to redesign range widely. The ring is warn out (it would need a new shank and all new heads), to the style is not right for me now, or the very popular reason going bigger—upgrade time. Does …
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Legal Information
… under normal wear. As with any delicate artistic creation, care must be taken to insure years of enjoyment. During the 30 day inspection period, when you first receive your item, you should have your item checked to make sure everything … chewing, sports or other “abnormal” things, we’ll be glad to fix or replace it at the most reasonable price we can. Ring Sizing If we size your ring to the requested size and that size is incorrect, we will have to charge you again to re…
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Get More Cash for Your Jewelry
… worth? When you are thinking about selling jewelry, this is the first question on your mind. Unfortunately, answering it is not always easy. It’s fairly simple to find the market value for commodity items like electronics or clothing, …do with it. A great example of this is the classic “cash for gold” offer. I once had a client who sold an engagement ring for $50 to a local “cash for gold” buyer. She actually got a good price for the gold weight of her ring. The only …
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We Want Your Jewelry
… looking for. Here is our top 10 most wanted list. If you have jewelry on this list, we want it. Diamond Engagement Rings Gold Men’s Rings 14k or 18k Gold Chains Diamond Stud Earrings Vintage Style Estate Jewelry (Art Deco, Art Nouveau, … worth? When you are thinking about selling jewelry, this is the first question on your mind. Unfortunately, answering it is not always easy. It’s fairly simple to find the market value for commodity items like electronics or clothing, …
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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 …
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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 …
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What is Bitcoin
Bitcoin is a digital currency. It is built on open source software and it is not tied to any single government or financial institution. Nobody owns or controls bitcoin. It offers some unique advantages over traditional payment methods like very low transaction processing fees. Arden …
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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 unique style can help you decide …
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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 …
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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…
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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 …
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Art Deco vs Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
… video we show you the key differences between Art Deco and Art Nouveau jewelry (specifically focusing on engagement rings). You’ll learn about the key features and design ideas that typified each movement and how those concepts were … Deco vs Art Nouveau for a deeper dive. Art Nouveau In Art Nouveau jewelry you are going to see organic designs featuring flowing lines and asymmetry. Artists took a lot of inspiration from nature both in the overall freeform aesthetic as…
