Search Results
Showing all results for: “Raw Topaz”
Fine Jewelry University (Show All FJU Articles)
-
Gem in the Spotlight: Topaz
… joke, “Who’s on First?” “Yes, Who’s on First…” always comes to mind when I hear people discussing Topaz. You can hear one person say, “I love Topaz; it reminds me of a blue sky.” Then her friend says back, “Topaz may be like a golden … nuts, it’s like a rainbow with all the colors at once.” And of course, all of them are right. History and Lore Topaz in its pure form is naturally colorless, clear like a diamond. The famous “Braganza Diamond” was thought to be the …
-
The Birthstones
…. Tourmaline is also used as a birthstone for October. Learn more about Opal and Tourmaline November’s Birthstones: Topaz and Citrine Topaz symbolizes good fortune and longevity. According to legend, this golden stone possesses the power … quartz gem many of the best of which come from Brazil, is a current day birthstone for this month. Learn more about Topaz and Citrine December’s Birthstones: Turquoise (Blue Zircon, Blue Topaz, Tanzanite) Turquoise is found in Egypt, …
-
Gem in the Spotlight: Tanzanite
…earth. In 2002 tanzanite was added as one of the birthstones for December alongside blue zircon, turquoise, and blue topaz. Tanzanite is believed to symbolize transformation and spiritual awakening. It is often associated with the idea of … is an effect that causes gemstones to display different colors when viewed at different angles. Tanzanite in its raw form has three colors: blue, purple, and green. Heating removes the green component which makes the violetish blue …
-
Alternative Metals for Men’s Jewelry
… frame of reference, cobalt rings come in around 7-8 on the Mohs hardness scale which is about the same as quartz or topaz but softer than tungsten or sapphire. Like most alternative metals, cobalt chrome bands are hypoallergenic and … pieces with more nickel Cobalt Looks like white gold or platinum, hypoallergenic Cut in 2 places 7-8, quartz or topaz Scratches more easily than others Carbon Fiber Light weight, modern look Cut NA Can feel “too light” Ceramic Unique …
-
How to Value Inherited Jewelry
… for a resalable jewelry item to be valued at for the inheritance. Intrinsic Value The last standard for value of jewelry is the easiest to understand and yields the lowest price. The intrinsic estate jewelry value is how much the raw materials that make up the jewelry are worth. For almost all fine jewelry, it is a combination of the current metal value and gem value. No value is added for style, condition, brand, market demand, or other factors. One quick warning, …
-
What to Do When Your Ring Irritates Your Skin
… is to change to a ring made of a different metal that you aren’t allergic to. You can look at this as an opportunity to upgrade or try a new design. We do custom jewelry design , and one of our favorite projects is to take the raw materials (gold, diamonds, gemstones, etc.) from a client’s existing ring and use them to make a new and exciting creation. We can reuse the diamonds and gemstones and give credit for the metal that’s causing the allergic reaction while …
Pages
-
Alternative Gemstones for a Non Traditional Engagement Ring
… the durability of a gemstone. However, a good jewelry design can help protect the Emerald in the wedding ring. Topaz Engagement Rings Topaz is a beautiful stone that comes in a variety of colors, from yellow, to orange to blue hues. It is…. This is one way to get the color or size that you want while keeping the price in budget. You can even get a clear Topaz engagement ring if you like the traditional look. Topaz is a great option for couples just starting out to get a …
-
Rare and Beautiful
… and only worn on special occasions. Blue Zircon , one of December’s birthstones, but much less well-known than Blue Topaz. This gem has more fire and sparkle than almost any other colored gem. Custom Fantasy Cuts , these gems are cut by …purple color that is truly captivating. Too many rare and unique pieces to list including Mandarin Garnet , Imperial Topaz , Dendrite, Rutilated Quartz , Green Amethyst , and more. Learn More about the Gems You may have never heard of some…
-
Recycled Diamond Engagement Rings
… a room, you use energy 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 engagement ring and form them into something beautiful. But, when you buy a recycled engagement ring, your purchase consumes almost nothing. You effectively cut the resources used to produce that engagement ring in …
-
Mother’s Day Circle Necklace
… was born in. January – Garnet February – Amethyst March – Aquamarine April – Diamond May – Emerald June – Rhodolite Garnet July – Ruby August – Peridot September – Sapphire October – Pink Tourmaline November – Citrine December – Blue Topaz Would you prefer to use an alternative gem in your pendant? No problem, just contact us . We would love to make a fully custom pendant (or other jewelry) just for you. Why Shop at Arden Jewelers? We are a family run jeweler that has …
Custom Designs
-
This impressive solitaire ring was designed especially 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 …
Products (Show All Products)
-
White Topaz Cathedral Ring
$895.00 -
Sale!
Satin Channel Set Modern Blue Topaz Pendant
Original price was: $450.00.$275.00Current price is: $275.00. Add to cart -
Union : Articulating Pendant with Rhodolite Garnet and Blue Topaz
$995.00 – $1,595.00 -
Sale!
Blue Topaz and Amethyst Abstract Silver Ring
Original price was: $300.00.$275.00Current price is: $275.00. -
Petite Blue Topaz Dinosaur Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold
$395.00 Add to cart
Blog Posts
-
Manly Jewelry for Men
… decide which option is right for you. Men’s Nugget Jewelry There’s something distinctly masculine about wearing a raw chunk of metal that’s been dug up from the ground and welded to ring. Maybe that’s why so many men are embracing this … great selection of natural nugget rings at the shop and online right now for you to choose from. Plus, we also have raw nuggets that you can use to make a custom nugget ring personalized just for you. A wedding band upgrade is an …
-
Meet the Jewelers: Sacramento Indie Jewelry Designers
…: My current collection is called “Birdwatch” and focuses on various whimsical and detailed birds perched on raw crystals, stones, and wood, showcasing polished and intricate metalwork carefully balanced with rougher foundations, just as… metals which I pour into ingots and roll into usable sheets. I also make use of sand casting techniques for a more raw feel and delight in working with rough materials in my work to reflect nature’s own mastery of renewal and …
-
How Much is My Jewelry Worth?
…of jewelry is the simplest and easiest to understand. The equation for intrinsic value is: intrinsic value = metal value + gem value The metal (gold, silver, platinum, etc.) and gems (diamonds, sapphires, emeralds, etc.) are valued as raw materials based on current market rates. So, gold jewelry value, in this context, is largely determined by the current spot price of gold. Intrinsic value can be viewed as the recycle value of jewelry. Imagine the jewelry as a pile of…
-
A Legacy Worth Upholding
…this piece comes from. It is a blending of complementary ideas and traditions just as the Legacy Academy itself is a blending of educational formats. To pull off the design, our team of jewelers hand fabricated the outer circle from a raw silver disc. The inner piece was then rolled out from a piece of recycled 18k yellow gold before it was carefully set in the center of pendant. Finally, we used our laser engraver to inscribe the piece with the Legacy Classical …
-
3 Things You Might Not Know About Jewelry Repair
… can take a lot. Forged under high pressure and temperature, a diamond can take a tremendous amount of heat before it is damaged. This isn’t the case with all gemstones, however. More fragile gems like opal, pearls, amethyst, topaz, and many others are easily damaged if exposed to excess heat. What does this have to do with jewelry repair? Many repairs are traditionally done with a torch. Jobs like soldering broken chains, retipping worn prongs, and sizing a ring all …
Videos
-
How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… 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 (like inclusions) can … doubt, ask your jeweler. Steamer : Only use a steam cleaner on the following gems: Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Quartz, Topaz, Tourmaline. All the same caveats mentioned about ultrasonics apply here as well. Polishing Cloth . Only use on …
