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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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The History of the Engagement Ring
Wedding bands go way back in history. One example of this is the Ancient Egyptians who were buried wearing rings made of a single silver or gold wire on the fourth finger of their left hands. The wedding band as a ring has … the heart by the “Vena amoris,” which translates to “Vein of Love.” The first recorded uses of a diamond engagement ring happened in 1477. Archduke Maximilian of the Hapsburg Dynasty proposes to Mary of Burgundy with a diamond engagement… of one of his faithful advisers who counseled: “At the betrothal Your Grace [Archduke Maximilian] must have a ring set with a diamond and also a gold ring.” The diamond engagement ring has become the archetypal, universal symbol of love…
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Selling Back Your Engagement Ring
Many times engagement / wedding rings are people’s most expensive jewelry purchase. Liquidating them takes special care to maximize the return of … without a specialist gemologist will not yield the best price. A cautionary tale: I had a client take an engagement ring to a jewelry buying events at a local hotel. They offered a fair price for the gold, around $200. But the ring had a… value for diamonds. It can be hard to find a company that buys back jewelry that can give you a good price for the ring and the diamond. As with most things, the value of wedding rings comes from several factors: First, there is the …
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About Us
… earrings and classic solitaire rings. We have a wide variety of engagement rings, wedding bands, diamonds, colored stones, earrings, pendants, pearls, estate jewelry, antique pieces, and so much more. We offer high high-tech custom … level of service. We have a unique, family style approach to our business and clients based on mutual respect and caring. Arden Jewelers has been serving Northern California’s jewelry needs since 1989. We are very proud to offer you a …
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Vintage Elegance
… the holidays, we go above and beyond with deals like the one on this page. No Hassle Returns It’s ok, you can bring it back! We want you to be happy with your gift, so if she doesn’t love it, just send it back within 30 days for a full …Vintage Elegance Experience the elegance of Christmases past. Vintage jewelry makes a great gift for so many reasons: it’s one-of-a-kind (just like your …), it’s gorgeous, each piece has its own story, and it reminds us of simpler times. Right now, we are having a 10% off storewide sale (valid in-store only). But, as a special bonus from now until December 24th, all vintage jewelry is …
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What is Asteria Jewelry?
You are going to die in 48 hours unless…” No one gives bad news like Dr. House . Giving a boring gift is not as bad as dying, but that’s what it feels like when a gift does not meet the expectations of the one we … cure for the common gift is not of this world alone. It will take something out of this world to fix the same old boring gift. The common gift syndrome is not fatal, but it is dull. Predictable, routine, humdrum, lackluster, boring, … words are the kiss of death for any gift. If any of these words or the like were stated (or thought) about a past gift you’ve given, you may be getting common gift syndrome. But don’t stress or even lose sleep over your next gift …
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Vintage Elegance
Experience the elegance and beauty of a bygone era. We have gathered a collection of unique and stunning vintage jewelry including pieces from the Art …, scroll down to learn about our exclusive vintage jewelry concierge service . Your personal vintage jewelry shopper Finding the perfect antique jewelry is like a treasure hunt. Consider us your guide . Fill out the form below, and our…
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Jewelry Appraisals
… to replace said items in newly manufactured condition would be inappropriate. Therefore, with the exceptions of gemstone evaluation, estimates of value for antique or “vintage” jewelry items is a reflection of the averaged cost incurred …We offer a variety of appraisal services, so you can chose what’s best for your needs. The most common appraisal is the … appraisal is desirous by a client who wishes to insure their gems or jewelry items against damage, loss or theft with the appraisal reflecting the retail costs incurred to replace or reproduce any gems in like quality, and jewelry …
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True North
… the holidays, we go above and beyond with deals like the one on this page. No Hassle Returns It’s ok, you can bring it back! We want you to be happy with your gift, so if she doesn’t love it, just send it back within 30 days for a full … be True to Your North Star We created the True North collection to celebrate individuality and being true to yourself. These pieces represent the North Star, an ever-present beacon that shines in the night to guide travelers. This …
