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Types of Necklace Chains
…an investment and a means of trade. The Baht is the official currency in Thailand, and it is named after a weight of silver (or gold) of the same name. One baht is approximately fifteen grams. Chains of this style have historically used S …The chain is one of the most fundamental pieces of jewelry that exists. It can simply be the thing you use to wear your …wear one everyday and not think twice about it, or it can be your most treasured piece of jewelry. But, what kind of chain is best for you? In this article we’ll introduce you to the staggering variety of necklace (and bracelet) chains …
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Types of Jewelry Clasps
… loosen and need to be adjusted. Also, like box clasps, this loosening happens much faster with softer metals like sterling silver. Adjustability – The bracelet needs to match your wrist size closely. Sometimes a second bar can be added to … – The tongue (insert) can become loose over time and will need to be adjusted. If the tongue is made out of silver this can happen quite quickly. Serviceability – If a box clasp does break, it can be difficult to find replacement parts …
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Alternative Metals for Men’s Jewelry
… for everyday jewelry like wedding bands. Many rings are made with inlaid bloodwood or burl wood. Titanium, cobalt, sterling silver, and other metals can be inlaid with wood to create a modern look with a touch of nature. Choosing an …Until very recently, men only had a handful of choices when choosing a metal for their wedding band. Gold, silver, and platinum are all excellent metals which make great wedding bands, but with the advent of new technologies the “…
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Laser Jewelry Repair
… can fix even costume jewelry that was unrepairable just a few years ago. Jewelers used to discourage people with sterling silver and CZ pieces that broke from doing repair work. Now they can be done. The laser gives us the ability to fix … of metals can be laser welded? All the traditional metals can be laser welded, including base metals, karat gold, sterling silver, palladium and platinum, offering a complete array of design, redesigns and repair options. Platinum …
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Jewelry Repair FAQ
…, we mix pure gold with other metals to create different alloys that have different colors and properties. Because silver is naturally a white metal, many people believe it is mixed with pure gold to create white gold. In truth, even a high…content will not result in a white gold alloy. Silver is actually used in 14k yellow gold and a higher percentage of silver is often used to make green gold. So if it isn’t silver, what metal do they use? Most commonly, nickle is used to …
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How to Sell Your Jewelry
… and 18 karat is 18/24 or .750 gold. Platinum most of the time is 90% pure and 10% alloy. Silver jewelry is usually sterling, which is .925 pure. The three units of weight used with precious metals are troy ounces, pennyweights, and grams. …. Damaged beyond repair jewelry is bought at its intrinsic worth. The intrinsic value is the metal (gold, platinum, silver) price plus any gems. The refining process used to recover the metal utilizes strong chemicals and has strict …
Videos
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Chain Strength Comparison Test
We had some fun in this video breaking different kinds of gold chains to see which styles were the strongest. We weren’t surprised to find that a hollow chain was about 6 times weaker …same size and style. Also, the herringbone didn’t surprise us when it was one of the weakest and most easily damaged chains in the group. On the other hand, the figaro and curb/cuban link chains really shined. In fact, we had to bring out …
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How to Untangle Knotted Chains
Thin jewelry chains have a way of working themselves into an usable tangle more inscrutable than the Gordian Knot. However, most of us …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 matter how knotted it is. Find a hard surface and unhook the clasp before you start. Gently roll the knot in …little patience you can tackle even the most hopeless knots, and get back to enjoying your jewelry. Remember, if the chain has been damaged, or you just aren’t able to untangle it, we are here to help. Our jewelry repair team has decades …
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How to Spot Fake Tiffany & Co Jewelry
… should not be able to readily see a seam or crack at the solder joints. For jewelry claiming 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 …
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… caveats mentioned about ultrasonics apply here as well. Polishing Cloth . Only use on solid precious metals like: Sterling Silver, Karat Gold (10k, 14k, 18k, etc.), Platinum, Palladium. Also, keep in mind that a high percentage of white gold…, jewelry cleaning solutions that you can use. We demonstrate one that is designed to clean and remove tarnish from silver. Check that no gems in the piece are glued in (the cleaner can dissolve the glue and cause the gems to fall out). Put…
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Asteria : Large Braided Rope Silver Pendant
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Twisted Rope Halo Engagement Ring
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Cushion Black Onyx Silver Rope Ring
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Large Open Heart Slide Pendant in Sterling Silver
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True North : Sterling Silver North Star Necklace
Original price was: $325.00.$295.00Current price is: $295.00. Add to cart -
Round Amethyst in Sterling Silver Bezel Necklace
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Jewelry for Cheapskates
…. 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 … of high-end saltwater pearls, but if you’re on a budget, you can get a very similar look for significantly less. Silver Jewelry With the high price of gold, more people are turning to silver as an alternative metal for fine jewelry. You …
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How to Organize Your Jewelry
… create a fun display. Coat or key hangers work great for this kind of thing. Just make sure to mount your hanger high enough to accommodate your longest necklaces. Bonus tip: going on a trip? You can thread your thin, easily tangled chain through a (clean) straw to help protect it and totally prevent it from tangling. Bracelets Nothing takes up space in your jewelry collection like bracelets. One good solution is to take a tip from jewelry stores and get (or make) a …
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2014 Holiday Gift Collection and Sale
… with these amazing dancing diamonds, so be sure to check those out. We have an entire collection of brand new sterling silver jewelry. These pieces feature modern designs with colored gemstones and a trendy satin textured look. They make …
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New Indie Designer: Jen Lesea Designs
… Lesea is an exciting indie jewelry designer with a flair for capturing nature in a tangible way. An artistic mix of sterling silver and copper sets her designs apart from the crowd and instantly grabs your attention. At Arden Jewelers, we … we wanted to feature her jewelry in our store. You can’t find this kind of daring, cutting edge design in the big chain jewelry stores. And, that’s one of the things that we love about being an independent jeweler. When you shop here, we …
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Show Mom How Much You Care
… gemstones, and synthetic gemstones to fit any budget. Choose the metal for the necklace and chain with options like sterling silver, 14k gold, and more. The length of the chain is 18 inches, and it has adjuster jump rings so it can be worn …
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News 10, Diamond Prices, and Shopping Local
… of scale and global competition they can save money by shopping at a larger jewelry retailer either online or at a chain location. For many other types of products, this is true. Walmart can use it’s size to buy cornflakes at a discount … 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, not only are they paying for the diamonds and gold, but they are also paying for all the labor and …
Custom Designs
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These necklaces were hand wire wrapped by one of our talented jewelers in sterling silver and high karat yellow gold. Each necklace is custom fitted and formed for each of the gold quartz stones. The…
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This vintage inspired rings makes a strong statement. It features a large, emerald cut Smoky Quartz and braided rope accents running up the sides of the shank. The stone is set with 4 strong prongs which accent the sharp, angular planes of the quartz. Subtle filigree accents complete the design giving the ring a vintage flare that sets it apart from…
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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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Jewelry That We Buy
… be loose or set in jewelry. Here is a quick list of some of the jewelry we buy. Gold jewelry Diamond jewelry Gems Silver Dental gold Wedding bands Engagement rings Diamond engagement rings Class rings Achievement rings Antique jewelry …years. Broken platinum jewelry is welcome. We buy just about anything made out of platinum: platinum rings, platinum chains, platinum bracelets, platinum pins, platinum brooches, platinum pendants, more types of platinum jewelry. We Buy …
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Mother’s Day Circle Necklace
… hold all of her children close to her heart every day and remember this gift for years to come. It’s available in Sterling Silver, 14k White Gold, and 14k Yellow Gold, and from now until Mother’s Day it’s on sale for 30% off . Don’t delay! …
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Custom Jewelry Design FAQ
…. Can I make platinum custom design jewelry? Yes, you can have the jewelry made in platinum, 14 karat gold or even sterling silver. We can make your jewelry in many different types of gold like 9, 10 14, 18, 22, 24 karat gold. The gold can be…
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Magenta Titanium Jewelry Gifts
… strong metal that has been used in the high tech and aerospace industries for many years. One of its unique properties is that when it has been properly prepared, it can be anodized using an electric current to make it take on the truly …
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AI Jewelry Design Competition
…’t stop when you submit your design. If you would like, we can give you a quote to create your design using gold (or silver or platinum) and the gemstones of your choice. We’ll also give a discount of $100.00 off our regular design fee for … would like us to mail your prize to. If you would like, we can also give you a quote to create your design in gold, silver, or platinum! * Please keep all design submissions tasteful and professional. Avoid infringing on any copyrighted …
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The History of the Engagement Ring
Wedding bands go way back in history. One example of this is the Ancient Egyptians who were buried wearing rings made of a single silver or gold wire on the fourth finger of their 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 …
