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This unique and artistic piece features twin mermaids on either side of the round center diamond. The lifelike details and flowing lines create a palpable sense of movement when you look at the ring. Proof that with custom jewelry from Arden Jewelers, the only limit is your imagination
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This unique piece features a strong yet elegant modern design with prominent prongs and clean lines
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This creative design features a brilliant pear cut diamond center stone with organic floral and vine elements twisting up both sides of the shank. The straight lines of the yellow gold outer rails contrast with the flowing curves of the white gold flower elements in the middle telling a story of balance between the man-made and the natural
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… with the accent diamonds on the band and engagement ring lining up perfectly. The alternating bezel and prong setting gives these rings their own unique flair. The stunning center diamond is set low and securely with 6 solid prongs
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This solitaire cocktail ring features a large oval prasiolite stone. Prasiolite is the proper name for green quartz. The ring is set with bold claw shaped prongs, and has a cathedral style shank rising to meet the stone on either side. Another simple design, that lets the gemstone capture your attention, with no over-the-top accents to detract from it
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… ring design features an oval Sapphire center stone, surrounded by a halo of round brilliant and marquise cut diamonds, creating a vintage flavored silhouette. Additional diamond accents descend down either side of the shank. Six prongs hold the center stone for extra security, instead of just four. Created in hypo-allergenic 14k white gold
Fine Jewelry University
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Anatomy of a Ring
… know, it’s a cathedral ring. Cathedrals integrate the center top of the ring with the rest of the design creating a flowing line in contrast to simple solitaire rings which leave the center stone hovering in space above the ring shank. This… wear next to the main ring? Head The head is the piece that holds the gemstone. Pronged heads are most common. The prongs are the little claws of metal that secure the stone. Most prong heads in rings feature four or six prongs. Six prong …
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Jewelry Repair FAQ
… why do I need it? In a large number of jewelry pieces, the valuable diamonds and gemstones are held in place with prongs. With wear, the tops of these prongs can become worn down. If the prongs wear down too much, the stone becomes at risk…. Retipping is the process of adding a small amount of metal (usually gold or platinum) to the top of worn down prongs to keep the gemstone secure. In the past, almost all gemstones had to first be removed from their mountings for retipping…
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Art Deco vs. Art Nouveau Style Jewelry
… against the academic art of the time. It sought to bring the natural world into artistic design, emphasizing flowing lines, asymmetrical forms, and motifs inspired by plants, flowers, and the human form. Art Nouveau, also referred to as …Art Nouveau and Art Deco jewelry design. Art Nouveau Art Deco Time Period 1890-1910 1920-1930 Key Aesthetic Organic, flowing lines, nature Geometric symmetry, bold contrast, simplicity Materials of Choice Silver, semi-precious stones, enamel…
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Laser Jewelry Repair
… our customer’s jewelry. Lasers can repair an antique enameled pin without damaging the enamel or leaving visible signs of the restoration work. Our laser can fix jewelry without removing the stones or running the risk of solder flowing into the hinge and destroying its mobility. Antique filigree that is broken can be repaired. Restoring antique platinum jewelry is now possible with Arden Jewelers’ laser. The laser can also help Angelo create very complicated pieces and …
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Caring for and Cleaning Your Jewelry
… because it evaporates so quickly. Do not use any cleaning solutions that contain oil as they will spot and dull the stone. For hard spots you can use toothpicks and dental floss. Be careful not to scratch the metal or lift the prongs. A final wipe with a lint-free cloth will remove any dust or water spots. One final cleaning precaution, do the cleaning in a bowl on a clean table just in case the diamond becomes dislodged; you can find it easily. I have seen diamonds only…
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Art Deco vs Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
… that typified 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 asymmetry. Artists took a lot of inspiration from nature both in the overall freeform aesthetic as well as in the incorporation of specific design elements like vines, insects, and the human form. Art Nouveau engagement rings …
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What’s Your Jewelry Style?
…and subtle, neutral tones. You don’t need to be the center of attention, and for you, grace is the essence of beauty. Elegance shows itself with clean, classic jewelry designs. The lines of this style of wedding jewelry are smooth and flowing. The simplicity of the designs express a timelessness that speaks to everlasting love. Artistic and Vintage If only we could get back to the Golden Age. Maybe you’re an artistic person, who loves to express your creativity in your …
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Magenta Titanium Jewelry Gifts
…is designed to be both complete in itself and a jumping off point for your own creations. Since we produce this line ourselves, we have virtually unlimited flexibility in customization. Here are a few ideas to get your creative juices flowing: Change the titanium color, or create a mix of colors. While we can’t produce every color, there are a wide variety of hues that we can access with this technique, and we can mix colors on different areas of the same piece. The …
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Custom Jewelry Design FAQ
… trends. If you want a five stone diamond ring and not a three stone ring, it can be done. If you want a complicated top of ring but not the sides, it can be done. If you want diamonds everywhere, down the shank, on the sides, on the prongs, and even inside (yes we have set diamonds inside) it can be done. Jewelry and wedding rings in particular are heirloom quality and can last decades and even centuries. Many styles will come and go and even come back again in the …
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Legal Information
…. During the 30 day inspection period, when you first receive your item, you should have your item checked to make sure everything is in order. After that, we suggest that you have your pieces professionally cleaned and all the prongs rechecked by a trusted local jeweler every six months to a year to ensure their integrity from daily wear. However, because of daily wear, stones may become loose over time and become dislodged. In the unlikely event that this happens, the …
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Today’s Top Engagement Ring Trends
… these designs, the shank is no longer just a structural piece that’s there to hold accent diamonds and keep the ring around your finger. Now the metal work itself has become an integral part of the design with complex patterns and flowing lines. These design features give the rings a finished, and well-thought out feel. The ring shank is not afterthought but a key component in the design that has been carefully crafted and executed. Double Halo Engagement Ring If one halo…
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3 Things You Might Not Know About Jewelry Repair
…pearls, amethyst, topaz, and many others are easily damaged if exposed to excess heat. What does this have to do with jewelry repair? Many repairs are traditionally done with a torch. Jobs like soldering broken chains, retipping worn prongs, and sizing a ring all require a great deal of heat. However, if a fragile gemstone is set in jewelry that needs this work, there can be a problem. One solution is to go through the time consuming and expensive process of removing each…
