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Gem in the Spotlight: Pearl
…time, layer upon layer of nacre is deposited around the irritant, eventually forming a pearl. This process can occur naturally or via human intervention. Natural pearls grow in the wild without human intervention. They are very rare, and … locations around the world. The process by which they are created is completely unpredictable, and as a result, natural pearls come in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and colors. They are typically irregular in shape and have a unique, …
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How to Value Inherited Jewelry
… . We offer a free consultation where our jewelry experts will sit down with you and explain the different types of value and how they relate to your particular jewelry. Jewelry, to many people, is a “caveat emptor” or “buyer beware” area … never be understood by some people. A big reason for this is that evaluating jewelry and arriving at an accurate value is not an easy skill set. It requires vast, detailed knowledge and experience together to do well. As a result of this…
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Alternative Metals for Men’s Jewelry
… you may want to choose one for your wedding band. Titanium Titanium is an excellent metal for wedding bands. It is naturally silver-white in color, but it can be treated to different colors. Titanium is very light weight which is its …is a great option with space-age tech for someone who wants a non-traditional wedding band. Zirconium Zirconium is a natural element which begins with a silver color. Zirconium is then heat treated and exposed which oxidizes it to a rich …
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How to Clean Pearl Jewelry
Pearls are considered by many to be symbols of purity and chastity. But even symbols of purity get dirty from time to time…As you know pearls are produced when a mollusk secretes nacre to form a covering around a foreign body in its shell. Pearls are not as durable as gemstones produced by the heaving pressure beneath the earth’s surface. Therefore special … on and the first thing that you take off. Common personal products like cosmetics and perfume can severely damage pearls. They should be cleaned in warm soapy water periodically, gently scrubbing individually with a soft brush. A soft …
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What Are Lab Grown Diamonds?
… is being created. Therefore, a “synthetic diamond” has the same crystal structure and chemical composition as a natural diamond. The same cannot be said of the many imitation or fake gems that are often, incorrectly, described as synthetic … highly advanced technologies that produce crystals with the exact same chemical structure and optical properties as natural diamonds. Now, let’s compare lab grown diamonds to some of the other gems that you might have heard of. Lab Grown …
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How to Tell If a Diamond Is Natural or Lab Grown
…synthetic diamonds before continuing with this article. So, now you know that lab grown diamonds are just as real as natural diamonds, but we still want to be able to tell them apart. When it comes to diamond simulants like Cubic Zirconia (… they aren’t diamonds. But, with lab grown diamonds, the chemical structure and properties are all the same as natural diamond, so it becomes much more difficult to differentiate them. Responsible Disclosure The first thing to realize is …
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How Much is My Jewelry Worth?
… my jewelry worth?” is not as simple as it may seem. To answer it, we have to first decide which type of worth or value we are talking about because jewelry has different values in different contexts. The main types of value are: intrinsic… or Cash Value The intrinsic value 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…
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Pearl Takeover Event Going on Now
… now until June 18th all pearl jewelry in our showroom is on sale for 50% off. But, this isn’t just a sale on the pearls that we normally have in-stock. For this unique event pearls have literally taken over our showroom! Right now we have …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 …
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Fancy Color Diamonds
… times only show a blush of color. Pink is a very rare, highly desired, and therefore very pricy diamond color. Red Natural red diamonds are by far the rarest of all colored diamonds. Most of the red diamonds in jewelry are treated. Red …colorless diamond into a blue is not very expensive. The ranges of blue diamonds are extensive from light to dark. Natural (untreated) blue diamonds like the Hope Diamond are extremely rare. Purple Purple diamonds are very rare. Most purple…
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Jewelry for Cheapskates
… ring, you can go with an I1 or even I2 diamond for much less in earrings. The savings can be huge. Freshwater Pearls Years ago, anyone could spot the difference between a freshwater and saltwater pearl from a mile away. Saltwater pearls … cousins. Of course, nothing quite matches the elegance and classic beauty of a strand of high-end saltwater pearls, but if you’re on a budget, you can get a very similar look for significantly less. Silver Jewelry With the high price of …
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Warranty Woes and the Value of On Site Repairs
… funny if it wasn’t so sad” category. We recently had a customer visit the shop to get some repairs done on a piece of jewelry she had purchased at a certain big box store that shall remain nameless. This is a fairly regular occurrence … one of the largest and most well-equipped jewelry repair facility in Sacramento, CA. We have invested thousands of dollars in high-end equipment like our laser welder , so that we can do complicated repairs in-house. And, we have a …
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Last Minute Mother’s Day Gifts for 2015
…May 10th), and if you haven’t found the perfect gift for your mom yet, now is the time. This year, we are featuring pearls, which make an excellent and classy gift. We also have a great selection of other gifts available at any price point… of freshwater cultured pearls starting at $95 Symbolic mother’s pendants, earrings, and rings A great selection of birthstone jewelry for mom Diamond stud earrings starting at $10 Much more… Prefer to shop online? No problem, you can…
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Pearl Takeover Event
Pearls Galore (Back by Popular Demand)! If you missed your chance to get your dream piece of pearl jewelry at our previous …, this is your moment! We’re not talking about a handful of pearl strands. We’re not even talking about a lot of pearls. When we say “Pearl Takeover Event” we mean it. From now until June 7th we are filling 3 full showcases to the brim with… needed at a price you won’t believe. The sale ends on June 7th, but come in early for the best selection. Why Buy Pearls? Pearls are a timeless staple that belong in every complete jewelry collection. They also make fantastic gifts for… …
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Alternative Gemstones for a Non Traditional Engagement Ring
… blue is probably the most common. Corundum is a 9 on the Mohs hardness scale. Diamond is a 10, the hardest of any natural gem. Their hardness helps Sapphires and Rubies wear very well in engagement rings. There are also White Sapphires …. Many colored Diamonds were originally clear when they were mined and have been treated to take on their color. Natural colored Diamonds can be extremely rare auctioning off for millions of dollars. Man-made gems like CZ (Cubic Zirconia), …
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Jewelry Appraisals
… chose what’s best for your needs. The most common appraisal is the Insurance Appraisal which focuses on replacement value. You can learn about the different types of appraisals here. Insurance Appraisal An Insurance appraisal is desirous …, and jewelry mountings in like manufacture and degree of craftsmanship but in brand new condition. Such costs or values are estimates of the averaged current market prices at which the appraised items may be purchased in the average fine …
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Selling Back Your Engagement Ring
… try to get the diamond for free like that. But, many don’t have the experience or training to pay reasonable cash 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 … (learn more about gold purity and the difference between white gold and platinum ). The second factor that brings value to engagement rings is the diamond . The main diamond in some engagement rings contains over 95% of the value. The …
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Estate Jewelry Buying
… an emotional attachment based on the relationship of the person who bequeaths the jewelry. Next, understanding the value of jewelry is challenging. Liquidating family treasures can be a very emotional process. Some people have a strong … long-lasting relationships with our clients with professional yet caring interactions. Understanding the value of inherited jewelry creates many problems for people. When you buy jewelry you have a starting point for establishing its …
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White Christmas
… This classic collection features pearl earrings and necklaces in a beautiful variety of styles and price ranges. Pearls exude a timeless beauty and a subtle elegance that no other gift can match. You can’t go wrong when you give a girl … 25 years. We know that we can help you find a gift that is not only beautiful, but also well made and an incredible value. But, don’t take our word for it, read some of our testimonials and see what our customers have to say. Exceptional …
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This custom men’s band features a princess cut black diamond center in a square bezel. Channels of round black diamonds encircling the entire band. The dramatic contrast…
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This necklace and earring set displays the unique pairing of the sleek and shiny rose gold with a rough and natural black coral. The bezel wrap around each of the stones keep it secure while displaying each characteristic. Some … all three stones in this set! Customizing jewelry such as these allow for control of design while also allowing the natural beauty of the stone radiate on its own
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The first thing that strikes you when you look at this unique ring is the rough-hewn, natural texture that the entire piece is finished with. Breaking from the traditional, high-polished look, this beautifully understated ring takes on a rustic and handmade feel with its texture. A single, bezel set diamond and an open heart …
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This gorgeous custom ring features a AAA 1.76ct asscher-cut Emerald. Surrounded by an halo of tapered baguette diamonds. It’s a breathtaking example of the traditional ballerina design where the center emerald …
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… into both the engagement ring and the band are words and symbols of special meaning to the client highlighted in black against the bright yellow finish of the gold
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… design showcases a round brilliant center diamond. Two flush set diamonds accent the center, one of which is a black diamond. Created in 14k Star White Gold
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Black Ceramic Beveled Band
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Black Tahitian Pearl and Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring
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Cushion Black Onyx Silver Rope Ring
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Zirconium Tire Tread Band
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Videos
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… many times or if the jewelry is left in the solution for too long, it can actually oxidize the silver, turning it black. The cleaning solution won’t be able to remove this discoloration. If that happens to you, don’t worry, you can always…best when it’s cleaned regularly. While we recommend that you bring your jewelry in every 6 months to a year for a professional cleaning and checkup, there are a lot of great ways you can clean your jewelry at home to keep it shining in…
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White Gold vs Platinum: Which One is Right for You?
… table. Both metals are mixed, or alloyed, with other metals to give them different properties. For example, gold is naturally yellow and so it is alloyed with nickel or palladium to make it white. Platinum is typically alloyed with … initially. As the plating starts to wear off, you see the actual color of the gold alloy underneath. Since gold is naturally yellow, some white gold alloys aren’t completely white. So, underneath the rhodium plating, they are a light yellow…
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FOX40 Visits Arden Jewelers to Talk About the Price of Gold
… made record gains and is trading over $5,000 per ounce. These historic prices have caused in a major shift in the value of gold jewelry. We talk about how much your jewelry might be worth and explain how gemologist jewelry buyers like us … interested in selling some of your jewelry, please feel free to reach out to us anytime. You can stop by for a free value appraisal anytime
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Get Free Diamond Studs with Your Purchase
… stud earrings when you spend $2,000 or more. Take your pick of either 1.00ct TDW lab grown diamonds or 0.66ct TDW natural diamonds both set in beautiful 14k white gold martini style mountings. There are a limited number of both kinds of …
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ABC News Investigates Cash For Gold Operations
…companies. Arden Jewelers pays top dollar for your unwanted gold and jewelry in Sacramento. Come by today for a free value appraisal
