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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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…And, We’re Back
… the day, and we have online and contactless payment methods ready and available. We can’t wait to see you all and start helping with your jewelry needs again. Some reasons to stop by: Sell your jewelry for extra cash . Gold has soared …, chain repairs, etc. you have. Gifts to celebrate and remember . This is a been a hard season for all of us. As we start to look forward to the future, a piece of jewelry can be a nice way to remember how someone special was there for …
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How to Find Your Diamond When It’s Lost
… from working with small diamonds and gemstones day in and day out for years. Of course, the general advice for finding lost things (slow down, retrace your steps, think back to the last time you knew you had it, etc.) is a great starting point. But, we want to share some diamond-specific insights to help where the general advice isn’t working. Fluorescence is your friend. Many diamonds will give off a colored luminescence when placed under ultraviolet light. This is …
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Let’s be Pen pals
It’s the start of a new year, and it’s time for new beginnings. As a family-owned, local jeweler, we have always made it a point … strive to bring you interesting articles and education on diamonds, jewelry, metals, and more. We’re excited about starting this new chapter in the new year, and we hope you are to. So, what would you like to see in the email newsletter…
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Cash for Gold vs. Cash for Jewelry
… from 20% of the gold value . That means, if the gold value is $100 they will offer $20, often times regardless of the value of the gemstones. That, in a nut shell, is how Cash for Gold works. Cash for Jewelry, on the other hand, only starts with the metal value (i.e. the gold, silver, or platinum), and then looks at the jewelry as a piece of fashion. Estate jewelry can be worth many times the gold value because of its exquisite design or history. The next step is to …
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Crazy Cyber Monday Deals
… 25% off. This coupon code is good for another 30% off on top of the sale price! Etsy coupon code: RBEXTRA17 $1.00 starting bid auctions on eBay We have a wide variety of jewelry on eBay ranging all the way up to $10,000 Cartier bracelets… just grab the deal of the year! Each of the pieces you see below (and more) have been added to our eBay shop with a starting bid of $1.00. The 14k yellow gold ring alone normally retails for $595.00 and will appraise for close to $1,000…
