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Jewelry Repair FAQ
… way it did before a gemstone fell out; who wouldn’t? That’s why we have literally 100s of carats of loose diamonds, sapphires, rubies, opals, pearls, and more in all shapes and sizes to choose from when selecting a replacement stone for …by the jeweler’s torch. However, with our laser welder we are able to retip prongs next to many gemstones (diamonds, sapphires, and rubies for example) without removing them, saving you time and money. Can my costume and fashion jewelry be …
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Jewelry Solder: What You Should Know
…make up our jewelry are actually a mix of multiple different metals in different combinations called alloys. For the sake of simplicity, we will focus our discussion on gold jewelry, but the same concepts also apply to silver and … air and liquids that it comes in contact with. The result of this reaction is a new molecule that does not have the same color properties as the old one which leads to discoloration. Unlike pure gold, base metals are not nearly as …
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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 …However, it was not until relatively recently that a documented and reproducible process was demonstrated. Henri Moissan was one of the early pioneers in the field. In 1893, he claimed to have successfully made a diamond by heating …
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Brands and Designer Jewelry
…-fashion jewelry from quality jewelers all over. You can also find un-branded jewelry that looks great on day one, but turns out to be very cheaply made. Some designers can become complacent and let their designs fall out of fashion. Sadly, there are no guarantees. But, in general, buying from a respected brand will mean you pay a premium price for a premium piece of jewelry. In the end, the most important thing is that you choose a piece of jewelry that you love, and…
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Caring for and Cleaning Your Jewelry
… jewelry, be careful of long exposure to these types of soaps (people in the medical professions especially). It is safe to use an ultrasonic cleaner with diamond jewelry. Ultrasonic’s can damage other gemstones, know for certain it is … a small screen strainer. How to Care for Jewelry What is the hardest natural substance on earth? Diamonds. Legend says diamonds are indestructible. Diamonds are remarkable gems, hard enough to scratch everything, including themselves. …
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What are “Blood Diamonds”?
…. The country’s health system and employment out look is substantially benefited by diamonds and a good government. When people stop buying diamonds, they really hurt the developing countries that are benefiting from the legitimate sale of diamonds. We at Arden Jewelers have been knowledgeable of the conflict diamond issue for years. We work hard to make sure every diamond and gem is legitimate. We want our clients and friend’s jewelry to be a source of pride, not of …
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Types of Jewelry Clasps
… the box. For most of our bracelets that we custom make, this is our clasp of choice. When paired with figure eight safety clasps and a safety chain it is one of the most secure options available. PROS Security – Box clasps fasten … parts that are the right size. There are just so many styles/sizes and many vintage clasps were custom made. That said, our team of experiences jeweler can often fabricate replacement parts for box clasps if needed, so don’t despair if…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Blue Zircon
…But, zircon can be almost any color you can imagine including red, yellow, orange, brown, green, champagne, golden, saffron, and colorless. Zircon colors are pure and have that distinctive fire that sets it apart from other gems. The … antiquity, Zircon has a rich mythology. Zircon is one of December’s birthstones. In the middle ages, Zircon was said to aid in resting, induce sound sleep, drive away evil spirits, bring prosperity, and promote honor and wisdom in its …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Morganite
… by nature and known for its transparent peach-pink hue though it also occurs as soft pink, violet-pink, or pale salmon. It is the subtle, understated nature of Morganite’s color that sets it apart from many of the more popular …. If the pink color is too light the stone often looks washed out and if the pink is too dark the stone looks too saturated with color and loses its Morganite air. Compared with many other gemstones, Morganite is a relatively new …
