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Types of Necklace Chains
…, it is easy to see why rope chains are so popular. PROS Durability – The redundant links in a solid rope chain means that even if one or two of the links fail, the chain can still hold together. Flexibility – Rope chains are very flexible… be often be diamond cut which gives them an even more lively and glittering appearance. Diamond cutting on a chain means there are small notches that are cut into the links and brightly polished. These notches will catch and reflect the …
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What Are Lab Grown Diamonds?
…, described as synthetic diamonds. This misrepresentation has seriously confused what the term “synthetic” means, and it’s why most producers of man-made diamonds prefer the term “lab grown” over “synthetic.” In order to appreciate this … artificial or even fake. Synthetic can also mean man-made, copied, unreal, or even imitation. But, in this context, what do we mean when we say “synthetic diamond”? In the gemological world, synthetic is a highly technical term. When …
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How to Sell Your Jewelry
…price for your jewelry are the factors that determine the value of estate jewelry and the options to liquidating it. Does this mean you have to become a gemologist just to sell your jewelry? No. But some homework and note taking can mean … the difference of hundreds, if not thousands of dollars. Remember you don’t get paid for the jewelry in relation to what you paid but the condition and demand when you sell. Condition is a major determining factor of the price received …
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The Difference Between White Gold and Platinum
…careful choice of the alloying metals, which bleach the yellow of pure gold. Platinum is a naturally white metal. It does not need to be alloyed for color. Jewelry platinum is typically an alloy containing 90% to 95% platinum and the … as a hardener alloy. Platinum is usually marked with .900 or .950 to mark its fineness. Some manufacturers state what alloy they are using like 90% Platinum 10% Iridium. How white gold and platinum start out is one of the key differences…
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Gold Purity and The Differences Between White and Yellow Gold
…. Solid Gold What does the term solid 14k gold mean? Some engagement rings are advertised as solid 14k gold which means the ring is made out of 14 karat gold not just plated with gold. A plated piece of jewelry has a thin layer of gold … has markings that look like real solid gold. For example, a plated piece can be stamped: 14k HGE or 18k GE. HGE means hydrostatic gold electroplating. Plated gold is measured in how many molecules of gold are around the ring. In other …
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Types of Jewelry Clasps
… to be adjusted. If the tongue is made out of silver this can happen quite quickly. Serviceability – If a box clasp does break, it can be difficult to find replacement parts that are the right size. There are just so many styles/sizes and… it in the right area. Strength – Heavy necklaces can pull the first catch out since it is held in by tension in somewhat thin metal. Longevity – Since the main clasp mechanism works like a box clasp it suffers from the same problem of …
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How to Spot Fake Tiffany & Co Jewelry
… every piece to make sure it’s the real thing. When we find one that isn’t… well, you can watch the video to see what we do with it… to readily see a seam or crack at the solder joints. For jewelry claiming to be silver (stamped sterling silver or 925), check that the piece is actually sterling silver. Tiffany uses high quality silver while many of the knock-offs are…
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White Gold vs Platinum: Which One is Right for You?
… metal, tiny bits of it can actually flake off when it is scratched. The softness of platinum, on the other hand, means that the surface is normally pushed around more that removed when it’s scratched. This is one of the key reasons why … a light yellow color. If you love the pure white look, you will need to get them replated every so often. Platinum doesn’t have this issue, but it does tend to change in look for other reasons. As we wear our rings, lots of tiny …
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… we sell at our store are embedded with a cleaning compound call jeweler’s rouge. This mildly abrasive compound is what we use on our high-speed buffing wheels to polish jewelry and it is what makes the cloth do its work. To use a … can be used on most gems, however. Jewelry Cleaning Solutions : Read the label on your cleaning solution to learn what jewelry is safe to clean with it. Ultrasonic : Only use the ultrasonic with the following gems: Diamond, Ruby, …
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The World’s Toughest Job
… some interviews. They described the types of things that mom’s do: Work 24 hours a day Be on your feet all day Be constantly available Cook and clean Take care of injuries It’s a touching reminder to thank your mom for all that she does and did for you. Thanks to cardstore.com for sharing this video
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FOX40 Visits Arden Jewelers to Talk About the Price of Gold
FOX40's news team visited Arden Jewelers to talk about the high price of gold and what is means for you. Learn about how the gold buying process works and find out how much your jewelry might be worth at today's record high gold prices. We also discuss how our gemologist buyers can pay you for more than just the gold weight of your jewelry.
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Custom Jewelry Design FAQ
… jewelry. To help over come many of the misunderstanding I am using a question — answer style of article. This means I will not answer all your question so please call or come in to get a better understanding of custom design jewelry. You…be a jewelry designer to have a ring custom designed? NO. We are the expert jewelry designers. You are the expert in what you like. Putting these two experts together is the fun part. What if I don’t know what I want? Don’t worry, we have…
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Computer Aided Jewelry Design
… without paying the high custom jewelry prices. We are now creating jewelry on various 3D CAD CAM programs. CAD means computer aided design, and CAM means computer aided manufacturing. There are several benefits for working with CAD CAM …jewelry designer starts to design the ring. When he has a prototype for the customer to look at he renders it, which means he creates a photo-realistic image of the solid model. This rendering process has many elements as well, such as …
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Legal Information
… want you to be happy. If you are dissatisfied with your purchase, we would love to make it right, either by fixing what bothers you, exchanging the product for a different one, or giving a full refund (including original shipping). If … happens, the one year warranty will cover the labor only repair of the merchandise by Arden Jewelers. If a stone does fall out and you have the stone, we will repair the item free of charge, but you are responsible for the shipping fees …
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Balance : Earth Friendly Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Rings
…Friendly: Recycled Gold, Lab Grown Diamonds What does it mean for an engagement ring to be earth-friendly? For us it means minimizing the environmental impact of every possible part of the ring’s production process. So, when it was time to… else, so why buy a ring that looks like everyone else’s? Peace of Mind Using recycled gold and lab grown diamonds means you can sleep easy at night knowing that no gold or diamonds were mined to make your engagement ring. Exceptional …
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Estate Jewelry Buying
…. When you buy jewelry you have a starting point for establishing its value. Many times the beneficiary has no idea what the person originally paid for the items. And, there are more questions: Does jewelry become more valuable just …
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Jewelry Sales
Jewelry! What images does jewelry bring to mind. Do you think of a queen’s regalia? Or, a mother’s simple wedding band? What does …? Jewelry is a personal choice. Understanding your view of jewelry, is important because, Arden Jewelers delivers what you want. From simple timeless elegance to modern avant-garde, your style done your way is our goal. You have hundreds …
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Jewelry Style Basics
… can go a long way in helping you project an image of confidence and individual flair. Developing your own style means “knowing yourself” Jewelry basics can be used with other pieces or as an accent to the main display jewelry. The rule of… and stone shapes such as marquise or pear that elongate the hand would be a good choice. Developing your own style means “knowing yourself”: what you like and dislike. To determine this, ask yourself “What do I think is beautiful jewelry…
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3 Things You Might Not Know About Jewelry Repair
…hard as diamonds. Gems like opal, emerald, pearls, and more are actually very “soft” on the hardness scale. This means that they are susceptible to small scratches and abrasions which make them look worn over time. Of course, no gemstone … jewelry is made from some very durable materials: metals and gemstones. We think of metals as very strong. Metal is what skyscrapers and bridges are made out of. We can’t bend or even scratch most metals without the help of tools. …
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Cash for Gold vs. Cash for Jewelry
…saw a news report where one of the more famous Cash for Gold company said they pay 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…. At Arden Jewelers, we believe in the Cash for Jewelry system. Our jewelry buyers are gemologist trained. That means, they can accurately and consistently evaluate how much diamonds and gemstones are worth when they are buying. And even …
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Learn about Morganite and Jewelry Allergies
…to jewelry from GIA trained, battle-tested gemologists. We have recently added two new articles for you to checkout: What is Morganite? Morganite is a beautiful, soft-pink gem that is growing in popularity . It is a form of the mineral …makes a great gift (wink, wink). Read the full article on Morganite . How deal 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…
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Sell Jewelry Through the Mail
… meet. A small silver lining is that gold prices have increased around 23% over the course of the last year. That means that if you have broken or unwanted jewelry, it’s worth a lot more today than it was one year ago. So, if you could use…Today we are announcing our remote jewelry buying program! Just because our doors our closed doesn’t mean we can’t keep giving you the best price for your jewelry. How Does it Work? Ready to see how much your … if needed), and we’ll send you the money via check, PayPal, or Venmo. Our jewelry buying process is different than what you see from many cash-for-gold buyers. Our gemologist buyers are able to evaluate the gold, diamonds, and gemstones …
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The New Heirloom
… story behind the jewelry . We want to focus on gifts that are more than sparkly. These gifts have a deeper meaning. What does jewelry mean to you? Of course, when you are shopping for a new piece, you want it to be well made to stand the…” jewelry in our shop. But, is there more to it than that? Your jewelry can be a reflection of your values and what you believe in. That’s what the new definition of heirloom is about: going beyond just a quality piece to something that …
