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This elegant woven knot ring was custom made for this beautiful morganite gemstone. The rose gold compliments the exquisite color of this morganite. The curved gallery and the matching Celtic knots tie this ring together nicely
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… ring features a rough diamond, not cut to the commonly seen modern round brilliant proportions, surrounded by a simple floral pattern in metal. Recessed 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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A custom ring doesn’t have to be big and flashy to be meaningful. This small band features three diamonds in unique settings and a thin…
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Pearl Takeover Event Going on Now
… of pieces are available now including: Pearl strands of almost any length Fun, dyed strands in a variety of colors Exquisite, high end strands on sale for $5,000+ (normally over $10,000) Fresh water strands on sale for $50 Pearl rings Pearl … are also fantastic anniversary gifts. Pearls are the traditional gift for the 3rd, 12th, and 30th anniversary, but what anniversary isn’t better with pearls? So, what are you waiting for? This event is in-store only, so visit us today to…
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Cash for Gold vs. Cash for Jewelry
… 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 evaluate the gems that are set in the jewelry. Cash for Gold companies just pay …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 …
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Holiday Jewelry Gift Guide 2015
… the year to go for totally speechless, I can’t believe you pulled this off, I don’t even need to bother opening another gift, just wow. So, how can we make that happen? First, our diamond liquidation sale is still going strong which means you will get an incredible deal on diamonds for stud earrings, an engagement ring upgrade, and just about anything else we can set a diamond into. Second, checkout our gift guide below for hand-picked recommendations from our online …
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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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The Great Diamond Liquidation
…, this is it . We are liquidating a huge number of diamonds in preparation for our upcoming showroom remodel. That means diamond discounts up to 75% off of retail . This is by far, our biggest diamond sale ever. Check out some of the … rings we have on sale now. You can also browse all of our rings that let you pick your own main diamond. So, what are you waiting for? If you are planning on getting engaged, considering upgrading your diamond, or you just love a great …
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Jewelry Style Basics
…. Diamonds gemstones, chains, pendants, pins and even earring should be displayed differently to produce your style. What is your style? Having the right jewelry can go a long way in helping you project an image of confidence and … would be better served with necklace lengths that fall below the breast but above the waist to elongate her figure. Meanwhile, a tall, thin woman may want to select a choker that cuts the line of the neck and de-emphasizes her height. …
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Double Halo Engagement Ring
… knowledge to search our suppliers’ inventories and our own to find hidden values that others would miss. This can save you thousands and help you end up with a more beautiful diamond than you thought you could find in your budget. “What a great find in this area! Beautiful jewelry, great service, very knowledgeable and personable staff. This is now my go-to place for jewelry, repairs, etc. I will be coming back for sure!” – Matthew S. (Sacramento, CA) Customize Your …
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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 … we use. It gives our designers the ability to create a unique line of jewelry. With Matrix we can show our clients what the ring will look like when it is done on the screen before any wax is made. A client comes in and has an idea for a…
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Union
…, your lives blend in beautiful and unexpected ways. Together, you are more than you were before. You are a union! What‘s in a name? So, why did we call this original design Union ? In mathematical Set Theory the union of two sets is the … we had in mind when we created this collection. But, the beauty of jewelry is that you can wear it with your own meaning. Make it your own. What does it mean to you? “I looked all over the entire Sacramento area in search of the perfect …
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Personalized Jewelry Gifts For Her
Unique, Personalized Jewelry When you give someone a beautiful piece of jewelry, you want it to mean something. Sometimes a classic pendant set with her birthstone says it all. Sometimes it’s the perfect piece to …to make it more personal, more meaningful. With this collection of stylish, personalized fine jewelry, your gift can mean so much more. Whether it’s celebrating your love with custom monogram jewelry, an inside joke engraved on a ring …
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Alternative Gemstones for a Non Traditional Engagement Ring
… look worn and abraded over time. Pearls are a very soft gem, with a Mohs rating of 2.5 to 4.5. Pearl jewelry is not meant for everyday use, which makes it a poor choice for an engagement ring. But, some antique wedding rings are Pearls. …ring can be fun and exciting. As you can tell, there are many things to be aware of. If you have any questions about what gemstone you should choose for your unconventional engagement ring, please don’t hesitate to contact
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Balance : Earth Friendly Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Rings
Celebrate What Matters to You Introducing a new line of engagement rings built with you in mind. These original designs are …. As you look down at your ring each day and as your friends reach out to see it up close, shouldn’t you be proud of what you’re wearing? Shouldn’t it be a reflection of who you are? We created the Balance collection to give you a new … 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-Friendly: Recycled Gold, Lab Grown Diamonds What does it mean for an …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Tsavorite Garnet
… of Tsavorite in East Africa in the 1960s changed the jewelry world. Here was a gem with the color to rival the most exquisite emeralds and the clarity of the cleanest sapphires, all with the time tested durability of garnet. Tsavorite is a … index of 0.028. So how did Tsavorite come to be called Tsavorite? Its technical description as a green grossularite doesn’t exactly roll off the tongue. So, a proper name was definitely in order. The nomenclature of gemstones follows …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Alexandrite
… has been known around the world as one of the most sought-after gems for the better part of 200 years. But, what makes this stone so special? Gemology of Alexandrite Alexandrite is the extremely rare, color-change variety of a gem …’s crystal structure. It absorbs most wavelengths of light very well, only transmitting green and red light. This means that depending on the light source the stone will reflect more of the accent colors of light. Since fluorescent light …
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Types of Necklace Chains
…. You can wear one everyday and not think twice about it, or it can be your most treasured piece of jewelry. But, what kind of chain is best for you? In this article we’ll introduce you to the staggering variety of necklace (and bracelet…, 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 …
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Fake Diamonds: The Great Diamond Attack
… would try to find out who was the real person. Technology has created many new diamonds and diamond lookalikes. “What is a real diamond?” is a difficult question these days. And the problem of separating a fully natural diamond from all … uses of this man made gem are in the pipeline. The Big Bad Synthetic In the gem world we use words with particular meanings. Synthetic is one of those words. Synthetic, in the gem world, means made of the same chemicals (elements) and …
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The Magic of Polarized Light
… polarized light on a daily basis when we put on our sunglasses, turn on our TV, or sit down at our computer. But, what is polarized light exactly, and why is my jeweler writing about it? It turns out that polarized light is actually a …of the molecules are aligned with each other so only a certain vibrational direction of light can pass through. This means that all of the light that passes through a polarizing filter is “polarized.” Common Uses for Polarizing Filters …
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Jewelry Repair FAQ
… quite similar to the original. So, that beautiful piece of jewelry you love can look just the way it used to again. What is retipping, and why do I need it? In a large number of jewelry pieces, the valuable diamonds and gemstones are … laser welder in the hands of our skilled craftsmen there is a good chance we will be able to repair your jewelry. What is Gold Plating? Gold plating is the process of depositing a thin layer of gold onto the surface of jewelry. This is …
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Good Day Sacramento Talks Engravable Personalized Jewelry with Arden Jewelers
…hosting the Good Day Sacramento morning show at our shop. We talked about the upcoming International Wedding Festival (which we attended) as well as personalized gifts. An engraved piece of jewelry is a wonderful way to give someone a meaningful gift that is both valuable and personalized to them. We have a great selection of engravable jewelry that we can personalize in almost any way you would like. If you don’t see something you love online, you can always contact us…