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Gem in the Spotlight: Emerald
Springtime exudes life, full of bright colors and renewed energy. Emerald, May’s gemstone, captures this enthusiasm for life in rich elegance. This precious gemstone has been revered for … mineral family (along with morganite and aquamarine) and are valued for their rich green color. The intensity of an emerald‘s hue depends on the presence of chromium and vanadium in the crystal structure. Emerald’s Mohs hardness rating is 7… a moderately refractive gemstone. Its specific gravity ranges from 2.65 to 2.75. One of the distinctive features of emeralds is that they often contain inclusions. Sometimes these inclusions are referred to as jardin (the French word for …
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The Birthstones
… aquamarine was believed to instill courage in those who wore them. Learn more about Aquamarine April’s Birthstone: Diamond April’s birthstone is the emblem of fearlessness and invincibility. Courage, strength and fortitude were attributes … love since the 15th century, when Archduke Maximillian of Austria sealed his engagement to Mary of Burgundy with a diamond ring. Of all jewels, the diamond is supreme and worthy of the name precious stone. It qualifies for all the virtues …
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Learn Secret Diamond Buying Skills From a Professional Diamond Buyer
One of the most valuable memories in life is the look of your love when she sees that shining diamond ring on her finger for the first time. If there are any magic moments in life, that is one. Nothing expresses love …. This rare natural stone’s history and lore of romance makes all who receive one the center of their universe. A diamond‘s beauty energizes the whole person with a light show unique in the gem world. Diamonds are unique, just like the love …, but unlike love we must put a value on a diamond. Understanding the 4 C’s of Diamonds The value factors of a diamond are like anything else, supply and demand, but when you can carry a million dollars worth in your pocket the standards to …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Morganite
… popular gemstones. Morganite has an impressive family tree. It is a beryl gem which puts it in the same family as emerald and aquamarine. Because of its association with emerald it is sometimes called “Pink Emerald”. Other names for …. Its durability is rated as excellent. Its hardness is 7.5 – 8.0 on the Mohs hardness scale which is comparable to emerald, topaz, and spinel. Its refractive index is 1.560 – 1.600, and its specific gravity is 2.67 – 2.90. These …
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The History of Diamond Cuts
One of the earliest recorded statements about diamonds is: “the substance that possesses the greatest value, not only among the precious stones, but of all human …the diamond cut is the story of humankind’s love of diamonds and our quest to unlock their true brilliance. Before Diamond Cutting The Romans loved diamonds but did not have the technology to change their shape. So, the Romans wore uncut … diamond’s remarkable attributes is that the natural diamond crystal is beautiful without any human modification. Diamonds normally form in the octahedral shape which looks like two pyramids stuck together at the base. Naturally, the first …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Alexandrite
Emerald by day, ruby by night, more expensive than diamond and more illustrious than sapphire, emerald, or even ruby, …the Ural Mountains in Russia in the 1830s. When it was first discovered by a Finnish mineralogist, he mistook it for emerald because of how exceptional the green was in daylight. Named after the Russian prince Alexander II, the first stones … component, the stone will appear redder. Alexandrite has a refractive index of 1.746-1.755 with an average birefringence of .010. It has a specific gravity of 3.73 and a Mohs hardness of 8.5. Because of its high hardness, alexandrite is …
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This absolutely stunning eternity platinum and diamond tennis bracelet features one single emerald and a swinging pear cut diamond. Our designer worked meticulously to … order of the multiple diamond shapes. This bracelet is the perfect combination of the modern design and the classic diamond bracelet
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This gorgeous custom ring features a AAA 1.76ct asscher-cut Emerald. Surrounded by an halo of tapered baguette diamonds. It’s a breathtaking example of the traditional ballerina design…
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This beautiful necklace boasts an absolutely stunning trillion cut emerald. Our designer carefully designed the double prong pendant mounting to fit and protect this specific stone. The halo …
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This piece is brilliant fusion of modern styling and antique elegance. The crisp, sharp lines of the emerald cut diamond are enhanced with a clean bezel setting and a halo of accents. This modern simplicity is juxtaposed with… beautifully with the modern austerity of the center stone resulting in a truly unique and creative engagement ring
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A gorgeous nontraditional halo engagement ring with an emerald cut center diamond, surrounded by round brilliant diamonds. To add a bit of geometric flare, we’ve set a trillion …
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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 …
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Emerald, 3.11 cts. (#20309)
$1,995.00- Shape:
- Emerald Cut
- Color:
- Green
- Clarity:
- Moderately Included
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 9.10 × 8.09 × 6.52mm
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Diamond, 0.44 cts. (#20210)
$905.00- Shape:
- Emerald Cut
- Color:
- D
- Clarity:
- VS1
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 5.14 × 4.02 × 2.43mm
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Diamond, 2.00 cts. (#20212)
$15,680.00- Shape:
- Radiant Cut
- Color:
- I
- Clarity:
- VS2
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 7.39 × 6.76 × 5.00mm
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Diamond, 0.49 cts. (#20202)
Sale: $675.00$810.00- Shape:
- Pear Cut
- Color:
- D
- Clarity:
- SI2
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 6.39 × 4.55 × 2.88mm
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Diamond, 0.90 cts. (#20224)
$5,225.00- Shape:
- Oval Brilliant
- Color:
- D
- Clarity:
- SI1
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 7.52 × 5.39 × 3.48mm
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Diamond, 1.00 cts. (#20205)
$5,550.00- Shape:
- Round Brilliant
- Color:
- H
- Clarity:
- VS2
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 6.24 × 6.31 × 3.74mm
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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. … advantage of up-to-date pricing data much faster to give you the best possible deal. Our gemologists understand the diamond buying game . Did you know that two 1ct H VS2 diamonds with GIA certificates can be valued differently by thousands … to correctly judge complex factors like diamond cut enables our gemologists to find you better values on beautiful diamonds. The way we source our diamonds and jewelry also allows us to save you money. When a big chain buys jewelry in bulk…
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The World’s Largest Diamond Mine is Shutting Down
The Argyle mine in Australia is the world’s largest single source of diamonds and accounts for over 90% of the global supply of pink diamonds. In 2020, the mine is set to cease operations and …. The question we’re all asking now is: what impact will this have on diamond prices? Is Now the Time to Buy Diamonds? Whether you’ve had the mis fortune of sitting through an introductory economics course or not you know the basic rules of …, prices will tend to increase and visa-versa. So, what effect will the closure of the Argyle mine have on global diamond supply? If you have your heart set on a natural pink diamond, we can only expect the prices to go up from here. The …
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Diamond Selection – 4C’s and an F
Diamond buying is hard enough. First you have to understand the 4C’s, and then you have to try to judge if diamond …, simple does not work here. What is fluorescence? Fluorescence is a form of lumination that is created when a diamond is exposed to low or high wave ultraviolet light. Some degree is common in nearly one half of all diamonds. One major …. Fluorescence: the good, the bad, and the inconsequential The bad news is that sometimes fluorescence can make a diamond look foggy or waxy as some people describe it. Most people don’t want a hazy looking diamond that loses some of its …
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Capture Your Proposal on Video
… remember for the years to come. Now, thanks to a new and exciting technology, you can do just that. It’s called Ring Cam, and it’s a simple idea: put an HD camera, a wide angle lens, and a microphone inside of a normal looking ring box. …ppiest moments on video forever. All of that technology doesn’t exactly come cheap though, and if you want a Ring Cam of your own, it will cost you over $200 (or over $100 to borrow). That seemed a little steep to us. We wanted to make th…
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Brown Diamonds and a Journey to the Center of the Earth
… of water between the Earth’s upper and lower mantle. Now, thanks to skilled scientists, a bit of luck, and a brown diamond, that theory has been confirmed. The breakthrough came from a tiny inclusion in a diamond that most people would … more about colored diamonds and their values here). Inclusions, as you may know, are small bits of foreign (non-diamond) material that were trapped inside the diamond during its formation. In general, with engagement rings and other jewelry…
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How to Find Your Diamond When It’s Lost
It has to be one of the worst feelings in the world. You look down, and your beautiful diamond is not where it’s supposed to be on your finger. Your heart skips a beat, your mind kicks into overdrive, and for a … 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 advice for finding lost things (slow down, retrace … steps, think back to the last time you knew you had it, etc.) is a great starting point. But, we want to share some diamond-specific insights to help where the general advice isn’t working. Fluorescence is your friend. Many diamonds will …
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Alternative Gemstones for a Non Traditional Engagement Ring
… individuality with unconventional engagement rings. One way to break the mold is to use a gemstone that’s not a Diamond. Let’s explore the pros and cons of a few Diamond alternatives. The alternatives to a Diamond for engagement rings are … think. They range from gems worthy of the crown jewels to man-made imitations of Diamonds. Most alternatives to Diamonds have color which makes stand out from the traditional clear white Diamond. Sapphire Engagement Rings The most common …
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How to Get Engaged
…. Different cultures have different traditions, so it’s a good idea to learn what traditions are in play when considering how to get engaged. Savor the moment… take a few moments or even a day to enjoy the engagement just between the two … ring is a center piece of most engagements. If you know what she wants, that can make it easy to find the perfect ring. If not, don’t stress it. Consider using an Arden Jewelers’ presentation ring. Whatever you decide, you can work with …
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Selling Back Your Engagement Ring
…s most expensive jewelry purchase. Liquidating them takes special care to maximize the return of investment. Selling diamond wedding jewelry to a cash-for-gold company without a specialist gemologist will not yield the best price. A … buying events at a local hotel. They offered a fair price for the gold, around $200. But the ring had a $2,000 diamond in it! We paid her $2,200 for the ring. Not all places try to get the diamond for free like that. But, many don’t have …
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How Much to Spend on an Engagement Ring
… same way that the Hallmark Company influenced our culture to make giving cards for the Holidays a social norm, the diamond and jewelry industry influenced culture to provide guidelines on the amount to spend on an engagement ring. In the …’ salary to buy a diamond engagement ring. By the way, only about 10% of the engagement rings at that time were diamond engagement rings. By the end of the 20th Century, over 80% of people gave diamond engagement rings. Diamond prices …
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The History of the Engagement Ring
…left hands. The wedding band as a ring has no beginning or end and is seen as an ancient symbol of eternal love. The diamond engagement ring has become the archetypal, universal symbol of love. The fourth finger of the left hand has … directly to the heart by the “Vena amoris,” which translates to “Vein of Love.” The first recorded uses of a diamond engagement ring happened in 1477. Archduke Maximilian of the Hapsburg Dynasty proposes to Mary of Burgundy with a diamond …
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Presentation Engagement Ring
What is a presentation engagement ring? A presentation engagement ring is simply a solitaire setting with a diamond set in it. The presentation ring program is designed, so you can give your bride-to-be the simple presentation ring … into the store and get the exact engagement ring she wants without any hassle. Here’s how it works: Pick out the diamond. If you know a general shape and size, that helps, but it is not needed. Next, we set it in a four or six prong …
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News 10 Falling Diamond Prices Interview
A reporter for News 10’s morning news show contacted Arden Jewelers to get the inside story on decreasing diamond prices just in time for Valentine’s Day 2015. Our gemologist, Dan, was able to explain some of the reasons for the … can take advantage of it. By shopping at local jewelers like Arden Jewelers who can quickly react to changes in the diamond market, customers can save on their diamond engagement ring and general diamond jewelry purchases. Thanks to Dina …
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Ring Cam – Capture Your Proposal on Video
Ring Cam is an exciting new technology that allows you to capture your proposal on HD video. It’s a camera with a wide …
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How to Check if Your Diamond is Loose
The worst day of owning a ring comes when you look down and you notice that your diamond is missing. One of the best ways to prevent this is to regularly check if your ring has any loose stones. In this …pen cap to gently prod each gemstone looking for a small amount of movement. If you do find a loose gemstone in your ring, we recommend you stop wearing it immediately and bring it in so one of our jewelers can check it for you. Most of …metal holding it has worn away. In these cases more work (like retipping ) will be needed to secure the stone in the ring again
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Fox 40 Ring Cam Interview
The Ring Cam is a special engagement ring box that has a hidden camera. You can use it to capture your proposal on video to …this, they sent a reporter to our shop to get the inside story. A big thanks goes out to Eddie and Shandretta for sharing their proposal video and for being there for the interview. It was great to be able to relive that moment with them…
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… we have demonstrated. The lists below are general guidelines, but there are exceptions to every rule. For example, diamonds are generally extremely durable and safe to clean with all of these methods. However, if a diamond has surface … a gemologist) to get advice on how to clean it. Windex and Toothbrush : Only use Windex (or glass cleaner) on Diamond, Rubies, and Sapphires. A toothbrush with mild hand soap or delicate jewelry cleaner can be used on most gems, however. …
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How to Untangle Knotted Chains
… between your thumb and finger for several seconds to help loosen it. Use a pair of tweezers with sharp points and spring tension to loosen it further. Hold the tweezers together, and then push the points into the knot. Then relax your …tweezers pull the knot apart. Use paperclips to finish untangling the knot. Push the paperclip ends through the knot and all the way to the hard surface below. Once there, you can pull them apart to separate the knot. With these …
