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Types of Jewelry Clasps
… (typically with a small push button) to allow it to slide back out of the box. For most of our bracelets that we custom make, this is our clasp of choice. When paired with figure eight safety clasps and a safety chain it is one of the most… to find replacement parts that are the right size. There are just so many styles/sizes and many vintage clasps were custom made. That said, our team of experiences jeweler can often fabricate replacement parts for box clasps if needed, so …
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Frequently Asked Question about Jewelry
… a diamond if it is natural and untreated. What is redesigned jewelry or redesigned? Simply put, a redesign is a custom design using your existing gems and gold or platinum. This does not mean you are limited by the gems you have, but what … so much”. It is a great joy to work with these couples who reach this level of trust. For more information see our Custom Design page . What are the 4 C’s? The four C’s are Carat Weight, Cut, Color and Clarity. Carat is the weight of a gem…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Amethyst
… to behold. In the end, a gem’s value to a person is not always the price paid but the beauty of the jewelry. Amethyst can make some beautiful jewelry. If you are looking for a stunning piece of amethyst jewelry or would like us to custom make one for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out today
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What to Do When Your Ring Irritates Your Skin
…few layers to insulate your skin from the metal. Sometimes, the only solution is to change to a ring made of a different metal that you aren’t allergic to. You can look at this as an opportunity to upgrade or try a new design. We do custom jewelry design , and one of our favorite projects is to take the raw materials (gold, diamonds, gemstones, etc.) from a client’s existing ring and use them to make a new and exciting creation. We can reuse the diamonds and gemstones and…
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Laser Jewelry Repair
… jewelry that once was impossible to fix or too costly to fix. Now Arden Jewelers has a powerful laser to repair our customer’s jewelry. Lasers can repair an antique enameled pin without damaging the enamel or leaving visible signs of the …The laser can also help Angelo create very complicated pieces and diamond intensive pieces in his designer lines and custom jewelry. Our master jewelers and a laser can fix even costume jewelry that was unrepairable just a few years ago. …
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Art Deco vs. Art Nouveau Style Jewelry
Art Deco and Art Nouveau are two of the most influential and iconic art movements in history. In this article we'll break down each style and show you examples of how they were embodied in the jewelry of the time. Whether you are looking for a genuine vintage piece or a new custom design in the spirit of one of these styles, we would be happy to help.
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Gem in the Spotlight: Jade
…. You’ll be wearing a gem that has been used, carved, loved, and admired by people for thousands of years. Stop by our shop to see our unique collection of jade jewelry today or talk with one of our designers about making a
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How to Sell Your Jewelry
… keep your jewelry in the mind of the salespeople. Newspapers offer individuals the best chance to sell to a retail customer. The classified shopping consumer, in all likelihood, comparison shops more then anyone else. They know the prices … and timing the classified ad is generally one of the highest prices realized for average estate jewelry. The retail customer is the highest price you could receive for your estate jewelry. The newspaper is one of many ways to reach the …
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Star White Gold
…How can you tell what the jewelry looks like under the plating? Over the years the stories some jewelers tell their customers about the yellowing of their jewelry are amazing. They say the gold is working its way up to the top. The white … don’t wish to seem uninformed so they pass on what they hear, or feel what the right answer is. After all, the customer just trusted them with a sizable purchase, they must know or lose the trust. What the White Gold Task Force did come up…
