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The History of Diamond Cuts
… the precious stones, but of all human possessions.” said by Pliny, the Roman historian. The story of the diamond cut is the story of humankind’s love of diamonds and our quest to unlock their true brilliance. Before Diamond Cutting The … together at the base. Naturally, the first attempts to enhance diamonds were to polish the natural gem. The “point cut” is the polishing of a natural octahedral diamond. Interesting fact #1 about diamond cuts: cutting a gem is the …
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Alternative Metals for Men’s Jewelry
… will break if enough shock or pressure is applied to it. Tungsten is a dense metal which is what gives it the high quality feel of gold or platinum and also what led to its use in armor piercing tank ammunition. Tungsten wedding bands are … and nearly indestructible piece of jewelry. There are different types of jewelry grade tungsten carbide. Higher quality tungsten carbide has a low amount of nickel and a high percentage of tungsten and carbon. Low quality tungsten jewelry …
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Learn Secret Diamond Buying Skills From a Professional Diamond Buyer
…. If the job is done haphazardly the diamond loses its brilliance. So how can a diamond buyer learn cut to judge the quality with confidence? There are three ways. First, learn all the angles and percentages of each facet and exactly measure… valuable. The amount of money you are willing to spend to express your true love has nothing to do with the quality of the diamond. Your mastery of the technical evaluation of diamond quality will determine the diamond’s value. If you keep …
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Brands and Designer Jewelry
Status, style, and quality are the three attributes that luxury jewelry brands are known for. Jewelry brands or designers have a high standard … become less relevant. What makes a top jewelry designer is staying in style from year to year and decade to decade. Quality Luxury brand jewelry must keep its promise to the customer to deliver a superior product. This is a no compromise … skilled jewelers to meet their obligation. Status When a jewelry brand reaches a level of excellence in style and quality of workmanship it attains a level of status. Brands like Tiffany & Co., Rolex, Cartier, and the like grant status …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Pearl
…with a slightly elongated top section and a wider, more rounded bottom section. The pearl has a beautiful iridescent quality, with a range of colors that shift and change depending on the lighting and angle. One of the most interesting …. They come in a wide range of colors, shapes, and sizes, and they are generally considered to be of a higher quality than freshwater pearls. They are also typically more expensive. Some of the most famous types of saltwater pearls include …
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Diamond Buying Guide: The 4 C’s
…C as the starting point for your diamond search. Once you know the carat weight and your budget, you can adjust the quality of the diamond to fit. Unless you work in the jewelry trade, it can be hard to know what size you want. The photo …. The second component to diamond cut is the way the facets are positioned on the diamond. When a diamond is cut to quality proportions (regardless of its shape) the maximum light is returned through the top of the stone giving a great light…
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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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… absolutely stunning eternity platinum and diamond tennis bracelet features one single emerald and a swinging pear cut diamond. Our designer worked meticulously to organize and set the order of the multiple diamond shapes. This bracelet …
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This absolutely stunning wedding set features a massive pear cut diamond. The chevron design and glittering accent diamonds gives this ring a one of a kind look. This custom made … cut diamonds to make a remarkable bold look. Ready to start your own creation? Call, text, or email us today. One of our jewelry designers will be happy to talk about your custom creation. Our process is fast, fun, and easy. So, what …
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A gorgeous take on the classic Toi et Moi (you and me) two stone ring. This piece features a pear cut main diamond alongside a cushion cut second diamond both held with an elegant yellow gold band. Both diamonds are …
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The star of this ring is the gorgeous princess cut center diamond, but what really sets it apart are the custom flower designs on both the engagement ring and the … unique floral accents give the ring an almost tropical feel, and make it totally unique. The channel set princess cut accents complete the design and tie the whole look together
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Jewelry for Cheapskates
…and when you shop at a value oriented store like Arden Jewelers, you should get a little more than you pay for. But, quality jewelry isn’t cheap, and the high prices of gold, diamonds, and platinum don’t help either. There are, however, some… how. Diamond Stud Earrings Here is a classic way to save on a nice jewelry gift. You can get away with a much lower quality diamond in earrings than you would want to put in a ring. Why? Because (normally) people don’t get nearly as close …
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Finding the Perfect Engagement Ring Style
… some time now. The Simon G team keeps coming up with unique styles that make anyone take a second look. Their high quality of workmanship means the design will be made to last and amaze. Arden Jewelers is an authorized Simon G dealer. We …preeminent engagement brand to our clients. Come check out our selection of Simon G designs in person, and feel the quality. Simple and Elegant The classic diamond solitaire, also called the Tiffany setting, is a timeless design. No other …
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Why Would a Gemologist Pay Less for Your Jewelry?
…, a gemologist may pay less because they understand the true value of the item. We see lots of jewelry with poor quality gems. Other buyers may not identify the gems as low quality and pay more than the market value for them. One example of … evaluated the same diamond early that day and offered half as much. I asked the jeweler if he noticed the color and cut of the diamond, and he said: “Yes, it is an excellent cut and fine color like an H.” In reality, the diamond was a P…
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Clearance Sale Going on Now!
…These pieces are specially made to be sold at an enormous discount. They are mass produced to the lowest acceptable quality standards using the most inexpensive materials available. That is not what this sale is about. The pieces in this … for over 25 years, and over that time we have built up quite a collection. Much of this jewelry is more than just quality estate jewelry, it is what we would call heirloom quality . These are pieces that are made to stand the test of time …
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Lab Grown Diamonds
…saw blade in your garage). Only recently have the techniques and methods of producing diamonds matured to where gem quality stones can be produced in large sizes. Lab grown diamond engagement rings Today, we are excited to introduce our bran… impact than diamond mining They cost around 30-35% less than comparable natural diamonds You can be on the cutting edge of a new and exciting trend in the jewelry industry Read more in our in-depth article on the pros and cons of lab …
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3 Things You Might Not Know About Jewelry Repair
… any questions you have and provide you with professional service that you won’t find anywhere else. 1. Even high quality jewelry needs maintenance Fine jewelry is made from some very durable materials: metals and gemstones. We think of … of tools. Gemstones are rocks which we think of as hard and unbreakable. Diamonds are used in industrial tools to cut through even the toughest materials. So, why would something made from such strong substances need regular maintenance…
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Balance : Earth Friendly Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Rings
…. We took it a step further and cast the Balance collection from gold that we recycle ourselves . We hand select quality pieces from the scrap jewelry that we buy and melt them down ourselves to use in the Balance collection. It takes a lot …, but to us, it’s completely worth it. But, we didn’t stop with sourcing earth-friendly gold. We chose to use high-quality, lab grown diamonds exclusively in the Balance collection to completely eliminate any environmental impact from …
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Recycled Diamond Engagement Rings
…course, the new car will carry a premium in price. But, smart shoppers know that they can find a beautiful, designer quality engagement rings for much less by shopping recycled. Alternatives to Buying Recycled If you are concerned about the …’t miss a thing. When you buy a recycled ring, you are trusting the jeweler to honestly and accurately determine the quality and make up of the piece before they sell it to you. If you follow these simple steps, you can find the perfect …
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Pearl Takeover Event
… what our customers have to say. Exceptional Value We have built our business on delivering jewelry of exceptional quality at affordable prices every day. This event goes above and beyond. You simply won’t find a better deal on pearls. Peace…one or two pearl strands. Everything from fun, multi-colored, dyed pearls to regal, graduated strands of superlative quality is on sale for 50% off at this event. “Honestly, if I could give you more that 5 stars I would! Our rings came out …
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Double Halo Engagement Ring
… the round diamond, the effect is doubled. This setting has a huge look that’s sure to grab attention. The quality of the design and craftsmanship is incredible as well. Each of the 96 accent diamonds was hand picked and set by hand into the…center diamond make it appear larger and give the overall ring a balanced and striking look. The rounded square look of the cushion shaped halo also adds a vintage feel to the piece when compared with the more common fully round halo. …
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About Us
…family run business now in its second generation. Our philosophy is to provide fine jewelry of exceptional value and quality and the highest possible level of service. We have a unique, family style approach to our business and clients based…jewelry design where our expert jewelry craftsman will literally make your dreams come true by designing the highest quality pieces to your exact specifications. The skill and experience of our team means that you can feel comfortable when …
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Estate and Vintage Engagement Rings
… styles of bygone eras and the eclectic tastes from around the world make estate engagement rings so charming. A quality vintage piece will stand out from the crowd of modern imitations and remakes. Next, the condition must meet the …, reinforcing worn supports, or replacing the ring shank. If a vintage engagement ring is not bought up to these quality standards, it may turn out to be a very disappointing purchase. So, we won’t sell an estate piece until we have …
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Diamond, 2.60 cts. (#20258)
$30,420.00- Shape:
- Radiant Cut
- Color:
- F
- Clarity:
- VS2
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 8.88 × 7.18 × 5.35mm
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Diamond, 1.11 cts. (#20227)
$6,075.00- Shape:
- Old European Cut
- Color:
- J
- Clarity:
- VS1
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 6.58 × 6.66 × 4.12mm
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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, 1.52 cts. (#20297)
$8,700.00- Shape:
- Old Mine Cut
- Color:
- L
- Clarity:
- VS2
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 7.07 × 7.32 × 4.75mm
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Diamond, 0.71 cts. (#20245)
$2,280.00- Shape:
- Princess Cut
- Color:
- E
- Clarity:
- VS1
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 4.79 × 7.72 × 3.70mm
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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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Art Deco vs Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
… design elements like vines, insects, and the human form. Art Nouveau engagement rings often feature Old Mine Cut diamonds which were a big improvement over the diamond cuts that came before them. Art Deco The Art Deco movement went in … shapes like triangles, arcs, and circles took center stage in jewelry along with other art forms. The Old European Cut diamond was also introduced which was another big step up from the Old Mine Cut making the engagement rings sparkle …
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White Gold vs Platinum: Which One is Right for You?
… to white gold. This isn’t usually a problem, as the every weight of the platinum ring can make it feel like a high-quality piece of jewelry, but it is good to know especially if you are considering a design with a lot of metal. Look The …way to go. If you want your ring to look bright and shiny, however, we would have to polish the platinum often which cuts into its longevity. Cost Historically, platinum has just been much more expensive than white gold. However, in …
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… process is to use a polishing cloth to remove any fine scratches and get the metal in your jewelry shining again. Quality polishing cloths like the ones we sell at our store are embedded with a cleaning compound call jeweler’s rouge. This …best when it’s cleaned regularly. While we recommend that you bring your jewelry in every 6 months to a year for a professional cleaning and checkup, there are a lot of great ways you can clean your jewelry at home to keep it shining in…
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Magenta Titanium Jewelry Collection
… properties of high grade titanium. Our in-house jewelers create each piece by hand give you a beautiful and high quality piece of jewelry that you can’t find anywhere elseWelcome to our original collection of titanium infused jewelry. These unique designs feature brightly colored anodized titanium combined with traditional …
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How to Spot Fake Tiffany & Co Jewelry
… to be silver (stamped sterling silver or 925), check that the piece is actually sterling silver. Tiffany uses high quality silver while many of the knock-offs are actually plated brass. Check the stamp. Make sure it’s there, it’s spelled …Tiffany & Co. is a brilliant designer that makes some of the most sought after jewelry in the world. Unfortunately, this has led many to create fake or counterfeit Tiffany … and then try to sell them as originals. In this short video we’ll go over some of the ways you can tell if a piece of Tiffany & Co. jewelry is genuine or not. Look at any solder joints on the piece. Tiffany’s jewelers are excellent…
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How to Untangle Knotted Chains
… into an usable tangle more inscrutable than the Gordian Knot. However, most of us would rather wear our chains than cut them into pieces. In this short video, we’ll cover 3 simple techniques you can use at home to untangle your chain no… you start. Gently roll the knot in 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 …
