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Why Would a Gemologist Pay Less for Your Jewelry?
… pay less. Expertise Can be a Double Edged Sword First, a gemologist may pay less because they understand the true value of the item. We see lots of jewelry with poor quality gems. Other buyers may not identify the gems as low quality and… can buy the stone for wholesale which is great for the client who sold it. Unfortunately, after I pointed out the true color and cut of the stone, the jeweler said: “Oh well, I will just tell my customers what I think it is and make …
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Pearl Takeover Event Going on Now
…, high end strands on sale for $5,000+ (normally over $10,000) Fresh water strands on sale for $50 Pearl rings Pearl studs and hoop earrings Bracelets Black pearls …much more! Did you know that pearls are June’s birthstone? It’s true. So, if you are looking for a great gift idea for someone born in June (or with children born in June), this is the place. They are also fantastic anniversary gifts. Pearls are the traditional gift for the 3rd, 12th, and 30th anniversary…
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Why Sell Your Jewelry to a Gemologist Jewelry Buyer?
… failing. It’s no wonder that there are so few professional gemologists in the jewelry field. Having someone with that degree of experience and training valuing your jewelry means that you can have confidence that you are getting the true value for all parts of the jewelry. Many in the jewelry buying field lack even the most elementary training and knowledge of gems. We have heard of numerous jewelry buyers who pay people only the gold value for their jewelry even if …
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Learn about Morganite and Jewelry Allergies
… with jewelry that irritates your skin Does your silver ring turn your finger black? Does white gold give you an angry rash? There are many different causes for skin irritation from jewelry, and it’s not always easy to tell what the true culprit is. We have put together an in-depth article on how jewelry can irritate your skin, and what you can do about it. There are more options than you think. Read the full article on skin irritation from jewelry . Don’t miss out on …
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Give Back and Support East African Gem Miners
… to people to who have been hit hard by the pandemic. Many of these families are at risk of malnutrition and starvation as government provided meals have been suspended. They have already delivered thousands of meals and trained hundreds …
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Lab Grown Diamonds
…series of in-depth articles on what they are, how they’re made, and much more. So, cozy up and get to know these amazing new creations. Should I be worried about lab grown diamonds? When some people hear about lab grown diamonds, they start to get nervous that their diamond may be an undisclosed lab grown diamond or that they may unknowingly buy one in the future. We have written a whole article about how to tell if a diamond in natural or lab grown that you can read to…
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$10 Diamond Earrings this Valentine’s Day
…One of the most romantic and special gifts for Valentine’s Day can be an engagement ring upgrade. It’s the perfect time to remind her that you love her even more today than you did when you first gave her the ring. Maybe you were just starting out, and you didn’t have finances to give her the ring you knew she deserved. Now you do, and what better time than Valentine’s Day to do it? Can’t make it in to the shop? Don’t worry. We have a great selection of handpicked, …
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Informational Video: Cathedral Ring Mountings
We’re excited to announce our new series of informational web videos starting with this overview of the cathedral ring mounting style. These videos are designed to teach you about the different elements of jewelry in a way that’s quick, fun, and easy to understand. Check out the first video in the series …
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Get a Free Ticket to the International Wedding Festival
…we would love to see you there. Whether you already have your engagement and wedding jewelry figured or you are just starting your journey, we are here to help. How to Get a Free Ticket As exhibitors, we have been given two free tickets … codes for the free tickets via an Instagram direct messages. Why You Should Go The IWF is a great way to get a head start on your wedding plan. Whether you are just starting to plan or you already have some of your big day figured out, …
