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Types of Necklace Chains
… to work on. CONS Common – It’s one of the most popular chain styles that exists. A cable chain won’t make you stand out from the crowd. Rolo Chain (Belcher) The rolo chain is essentially the same as the cable chain except that it features… and can increase its longevity and strength to some extent. It shares many of the same pros and cons as the standard cable chain. PROS Strength – The wider links give added strength to the basic cable design CONS Cost – The extra metal …
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Star White Gold
… of poor performance due to poorly made gas. White gold also has three grades. Grade 3 is off white, grade 2 is standard, and grade 1 is premium. This means that when white gold is made, it can be yellowish to light yellow. When white gold…. Most of them don’t know that jewelry manufacturers choose the white gold alloy mix. It is much cheaper to use the standard white gold alloy (again standard is the lowest) than a more white looking alloy. Most jewelry sales people don’t …
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What Are Lab Grown Diamonds?
… cousins, and not everyone uses these terms in the same way. So, let’s begin with some vocabulary. Synthetic. Understanding this term correctly is the key that unlocks this entire question. Synthetic can mean artificial or even fake. … diamonds prefer the term “lab grown” over “synthetic.” In order to appreciate this fully, it helps to understand a little bit about how lab grown diamonds are made. There are two techniques to grow single crystal diamonds. The first and …
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The Difference Between White Gold and Platinum
…which bleach the deep yellow of pure gold. The amount of alloy mixed with gold is called its karat. The key to understanding gold karat is the karat value over 24. An example is a 14-karat gold wedding ring. It is 14/24, which equals 58.3…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 …
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Alternative Metals for Men’s Jewelry
… metal, and is named after gods. It has a contemporary look, an affordable price, and comfortability making it an outstanding ring to wear every day. Tungsten Tungsten carbide jewelry has a nice weight to it like gold and platinum, but it … problem depending on where you buy your tungsten ring. Because they are so hard Tungsten rings cannot be cut off by standard jewelry cutters, but they can be removed in case of an emergency. The trick is to apply pressure instead of …
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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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Legal Information
… or otherwise give your personal information to any third parties except as required by law. Also, we use industry standard encryption and security techniques to keep our users’ data safe. Email Opt Out It’s no fun getting email you don’t … 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 …
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Custom Jewelry Design FAQ
Custom design jewelry… the idea conjures up many strange thoughts. We are finding out that many people don’t understand the process and how easy it can be to do. Custom design has many misunderstandings. The first one is custom jewelry … that have saved our clients thousands of dollars over designer 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…
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Designer Engagement Ring Sale
…a big problem, but at Arden Jewelers we have a full jewelry service and repair facility on-site . So, we are able to stand behind all of the jewelry we sell, not just the designers we carry. And, since we only buy the rings we want, we can…time ever , we are including on our own, in-house designer engagement ring lines in the sale: Aspen and Balance. So, what are you waiting for? When the countdown ends, these stunning designs all go back to their regular pricing . Make …
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Balance : Earth Friendly Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Rings
… the Balance collection to give you a new choice in the sea of engagement rings on the market today, a choice to stand out from the crowd, a choice to make a statement, a choice to find new meaning in an old and treasured symbol. Earth-…Celebrate What Matters to You Introducing a new line of engagement rings built with you in mind. These original designs are …for a smoother process in selecting an engagement ring. For anyone who has ever been frustrated trying to figure out what ring to choose, this is the place to go!” – Will J. (Fair Oaks, CA) Shop Balance Engagement Rings Find the ring that…
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AI Jewelry Design Competition
… has been creating innovative custom jewelry for over 30 years. We have created hundreds of unique pieces, and we stand behind our jewelry. Our goal is to create a fun, easy, and stress-free jewelry experience from A to Z. Still not …gift card! Be sure to submit your design before the contest ends on June 22, 2024. Bring Your Design to Life The fun doesn’t stop when you submit your design. If you would like, we can give you a quote to create your design using gold (or…
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Estate and Vintage Engagement Rings
Finding the perfect estate or vintage engagement ring is a bit like a treasure hunt. An engagement ring that stands the test of time and can be passed on to another’s care is unique in the jewelry world. When you find the right …mean “previously owned.” But, to qualify as an estate engagement ring at Arden Jewelers a piece must meet a high standard of excellence. First, the style has to be something that can be appreciated. The wonderful aspect of estate jewelry …
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The New Heirloom
…. 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 test of time. Then, you know you can pass it on to the next generation to enjoy and treasure as an heirloom when … in. That’s what the new definition of heirloom is about: going beyond just a quality piece to something that stands for who you are. For this year’s holiday specials, we wanted to fully embrace this idea. So, we came up with these two …
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How to Find Your Diamond When It’s Lost
…under ultraviolet light. This is normally invisible, but you can use a black light in a dark room to make the effect stand out. A diamond with strong blue fluorescence, for instance, will exhibit a blue glow in under a black light making … lose a diamond, and that’s why we’re sharing our best tips and tricks to help you find it again. These tips are what we have learned from working with small diamonds and gemstones day in and day out for years. Of course, the general …
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3 Things You Might Not Know About Jewelry Repair
… 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. … always as impervious as we imagine. Gold, platinum, and silver are very soft as metals go. In fact, a large part of what makes them perfect for jewelry is how soft and workable they are. The result of this, however, is that the daily …
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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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Today’s Top Engagement Ring Trends
… is the first thing she will notice when you open the box. Of course, you want to choose a style that’s going to stand the test of time, but you also want something that’s relevant and exciting today. If you already know what style of ring… unique touches to the traditional halo pattern to create new and interesting variations. One of these variations is what we call the Vintage Halo shape. This design can take many forms, but the crux of it is a modification of the lines …
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Come See Our New Location
… Jewelers is officially open at our new location! We moved just a short distance down Arden Way to a much larger stand-alone building across the street from the Post Office. Our new address is: 2800 Arden Jewelers Sacramento, CA 95825 (916… excited about our new location, and all the changes that it will bring. We are planning a grand opening celebration for sometime in the near future, but until then we are fully open for business. We are still remodeling our new location…
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… are traditionally used for the halo giving it an almost scalloped outer edge. This subtle variation makes this ring stand out from the crowd
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… and diamond accents along the top half of the shank. The rose gold accent of the central flower really makes it stand out against the rest of the ring
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This ring features a stunning emerald cut center diamond. Sparkling round brilliant diamonds form a custom halo around the center diamond. Two matching trillion cut diamonds taper off in to the bright yellow gold band
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… by one of our talented jewelers in sterling silver and high karat yellow gold. Each necklace is custom fitted and formed for each of the gold quartz stones. The care and craftsmanship is seen in these bold pendants. Hand wire wrapping …
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This fashion forward custom piece features a bold blue trillion shaped sapphire with rose gold accents and a graceful shank
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… ring design than coming up with something brand new. This ring set with the customer’s diamonds didn’t cost a fortune, but makes an unforgettable impression. Throw in a matching band to add an extra bit of sparkle, and the finished set …
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White Gold vs Platinum: Which One is Right for You?
… video we discuss the fundamental characteristics of each metal and breakdown their pros and cons. To really understand the differences, the video is broken down into a few categories. Basic Differences To start off, we need to understand … 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
… 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 videoMom’s do so much more than we realize. One card company posted ads for a fake job, and then did some interviews. They described the types of things that mom’s do: Work 24 hours a day Be …
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Art Deco vs Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
…each movement and how those concepts were expressed in jewelry. Checkout our full article on Art Deco vs Art Nouveau for a deeper dive. Art Nouveau In Art Nouveau jewelry you are going to see organic designs featuring flowing lines and … freeform aesthetic as well as in the incorporation of specific design elements like vines, insects, and the human form. Art Nouveau engagement rings often feature Old Mine Cut diamonds which were a big improvement over the diamond cuts …
