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What is Asteria Jewelry?
“You are going to die in 48 hours unless…” No one gives bad news like Dr. House. Giving a boring gift is not as bad as dying, but that’s what it feels like when a gift does not meet the expectations of the one we love. We may not be able to find the cure for cancer or the disease that’s killing Dr. House’s patient, but we have found the cure for the common gift! The cure for the common gift is not of this world alone. It will take
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Asteria: The Cure for the Common Gift
… animal as a gift, giving an electronic item as a gift that you will use more than the recipient. tell me more Asteria jewelry is a unique gift idea featuring a gemstone that was created thousands of years ago when a meteor impacted the … of the Asteria story . show me the cure Are you ready for the cure for the common gift? Check out the gallery of Asteria styles , or find out how you can fill your prescription for Asteria fine jewelry
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Facts about Asteria
Watch the Asteria TV Commercial Discover the cure for the common gift. It’s so good, it should come with a warning. Watch Now How Rare… are mined every year. There are approximately 992 tons of diamonds in the world compared with only 275 tons of Asteria. 1,246× Rarer than Gold There are approximately 342,857 tons of gold in the world. There are only 275 tons of Asteria …
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Fill Your Prescription for Asteria
Visit Arden Jewelers The best way to experience Asteria is to see it for yourself. If you are in the Sacramento area, stop by our shop to see and touch outer space and even… and contact info Shop Asteria Online Can’t make it by the shop? No problem, you can browse and buy the full Asteria collection at our safe, secure, online shop. You even get a free jewelry gift box, Asteria booklet, and ring sizing (to …
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Asteria Jewelry Gallery
Here you can see pictures of Asteria jewelry. You can find Asteria rings, pendants, and earrings for any style and then buy them right here online.
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How to Get Engaged
… be your benchmark. They have million dollar budgets to show case an engagement. Sky writing “Marry Me” or renting a billboard to ask for her hand in marriage can be very memorable. But, so can walking to the first place you met and dropping to your knee. Traditions are very important to many people. If asking her father for his blessing is important to her, then it would be wise to consider adding this tradition to the engagement process. Different cultures have …
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This men’s band has an asymmetrical design, with a channel of square diamonds off-set near one edge, in the top of the shank. The brushed finish on the flat band gives the ring an industrial tone. A modern wedding band that is simple, yet unique
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This sleek and modern pendant 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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Two vibrant ruby stones bring to life the snake as it carefully wraps around the detailed hand engraved platinum staff. Bezel set at the top of the staff is a beautiful old mine cut diamond. The rod of asclepius is a symbol long associated with healing and medicine.
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A jaw dropping ring featuring a large center diamond surrounded by a dazzling halo of accent diamonds yielding an even bigger overall look. We went with slightly larger accents than are traditionally used for the halo giving it an almost …
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… 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 is both timeless and jaw dropping
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This engagement ring design was inspired by the curling of the oceans waves. It has a simple, modern style, a European style square-bottom shank, and white gold curling delicately around four accent round brilliant diamonds
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What is This Year’s Unique Gift Idea?
…. Everything out there seems so tired and unoriginal. So what is the cure for the common gift? The short answer is: Asteria is the amazing, unique, must-have gift this holiday season. The story of how Asteria was made by nature is remarkable… her this year with a gift that is truly out of this world. Arden Jewelers is the only Sacramento jeweler with Asteria. If you are in the Sacramento area, it is worth a trip just to see Asteria. I think you will agree it is the best unique …
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The World’s Largest Diamond Mine is Shutting Down
…. On the other hand, if you are looking for a more traditional, colorless diamond, we expect to see only minor price increases in the short term as demand remains fairly stable and the closure of this and other mines cause supply to drop moderately. In the end, unless you are a diamond speculator, you are buying your diamond to enjoy and to celebrate your love. Do it when the time is right for you. Diamond Mining and the Environment Another facet (excuse the pun) to …
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Jewelry for Cheapskates
… less. Silver Jewelry With the high price of gold, more people are turning to silver as an alternative metal for fine jewelry. You can find high quality pieces set with precious gemstones in silver for very reasonable prices. Our Asteria line features many pieces in silver with white sapphire accents, for example. Keep in mind though that sterling silver is much softer than 14k or 18k gold. This means that it will generally wear faster, and anything with a tension based …
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Lab Grown Diamonds
…a lab grown diamond, but the Balance ring design isn’t your style? No problem. We have a huge selection of engagement rings in every style, and we can supply and set a lab grown diamond in any of them for you. Just come by the shop or drop us a line to talk about what you’re looking for. So, would you buy a lab grown diamond for your engagement ring? Let’s consider some of the reasons why you might want to: Lab grown diamonds have much less environmental impact than …
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News 10, Diamond Prices, and Shopping Local
A few weeks ago, a reporter from News 10 contacted us to get some expert insight into diamond pricing trends. We were happy to help, and our gemologist, Dan explained some of the factors behind the price drop. You can checkout the full interview right here: Why shop at a local jeweler? Doing this interview was a great reminder of some of the benefits of shopping at a small, local jeweler like Arden Jewelers. Many people think that because …
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New Indie Designer: Jen Lesea Designs
… like Jen Lesea and share their unique perspective with the world. So, come by and see the full collection today, or shop it online . And, if you know of an indie jewelry designer that you think we should feature in our store, please drop us a line
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The History of Diamond Cuts
… from the “standard” facet pattern is. The next important diamond cut is the French cut. The French cut is a square or rectangular cut diamond. It appears square when viewed from above because it is based off the octahedral shape of the … diamond. The French cut has just 9 crown facets, with the square or rhombus-shaped table facet diagonal to the square of the crown. At the four sides of the table are four triangle facets that point towards the corners of the crown. This …
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Types of Necklace Chains
… types. Foxtail Chain The foxtail chain is structurally very similar to the wheat chain except that is has more of a square profile. Like the wheat chain, it features interlocking links in the characteristic chevron style. Unlike most wheat… too tightly. Wearability – The tight links of a foxtail chain can snag hair in some situations. Cost – Due to their square profile, foxtail chains require a lot more metal to achieve the same look as a lay flat chain like an omega or a …
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Anatomy of a Ring
… sets the stone in between two straight pieces of metal on either side of it (this style is most commonly seen with square or princess cut diamonds). As you may have guessed, all styles of head can wear thin over time and may need to be … shopping for a halo engagement ring, first look for the overall shape of halo that you like (e.g. round, cushion, square, something else), and then consider how the accent stones in the halo are set. Are they secure? Will the halo help …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Pearl
… Pearl is known for its large size and unusual shape. It weighs approximately 450 carats and is shaped like a teardrop, with a slightly elongated top section and a wider, more rounded bottom section. The pearl has a beautiful iridescent …general, the larger the pearl, the more valuable it is. Shape: Pearls come in a variety of shapes, from round to teardrop to baroque. Round pearls are typically the most valuable, while irregularly shaped pearls are generally less …
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Synthetic Gems: The Whole Story
…alexandrite are very beautiful gems and very rare in their stunning beauty. These four gems have been coveted by rulers and the rich for thousands of years. But, what if anyone could own them? At gem shows and museums, I have seen jaw dropping rubies, sapphires and emeralds. These gems in high quality have put ownership beyond most people to justify the price. Just a one carat gem could cost $3,000 and more. Most of the time people don’t wear them as an engagement ring …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Amethyst
…, help hunters, guard against contagious diseases, and control evil thoughts. Amethyst was once as valuable as emeralds and rubies until very large deposits were found in multiple places around the world. Heavily increased supply dropped prices consistently over the last 200 years which is why, despite its beauty, amethyst is such an affordable stone today. About 50% of amethysts on the world market are now believed to be synthetic. This is a fairly recent discovery as …
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Asteria – The Cure for the Common Gift
Asteria jewelry is a unique gift idea featuring a gemstone that was created thousands of years ago when a meteor impacted the Earth. If you’re ready to stop giving boring gifts, learn more about the cure for the common gift here
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Fox 40 Visits Arden Jewelers for Valentine’s Gift Ideas
Fox 40’s morning news team interviewed Angelo from Arden Jewelers to get some Valentine’s Day 2015 gift ideas. We talked about engagement ring upgrades, dancing diamonds , diamond stud earrings, Asteria , and more. We had a lot of fun with the reporter ( Gary Gelfand ), and it was great to see the shop on the news
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… caring for jewelry . As we mentioned above, if you are unsure about whether you can use a cleaning technique on your jewelry, or if something didn’t quite work, or if it’s just time for a professional cleaning, we would love to help. Drop us a line or stop by Arden Jewelers anytime and our gemologists will be happy to help with your specific jewelry needs
