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Alternative Metals for Men’s Jewelry
… to scratching, but it does have brittle properties. This means that if enough pressure is applied to a tungsten wedding ring, the ring will crack or break instead of bending. This is why Tungsten rings cannot be resized. But, as with titanium … of white gold but not the price tag, cobalt may be the perfect alternative metal for you. Carbon Fiber Carbon fiber wedding rings are popular with the modern, stylish ring buyer. Carbon fiber rings are certainly the lightest ring on the market, …
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Frequently Asked Question about Jewelry
… changes, but it is basically the same look and feel, just newer. I have worked with clients who have changed their wedding ring after only two years and others waited until over 50 years. The reasons to redesign range widely: the ring is worn …), the style is not right for me now, or, the very popular reason, going bigger/upgrade time. Does redesigning the wedding ring mean I don’t love him anymore or things need to change in the marriage some ask? Styles change, what can be done in …
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Gold Purity and The Differences Between White and Yellow Gold
…a piece of jewelry is pure gold or solid gold or 24 karat gold, but what does it all mean? Gold used in jewelry like wedding rings can come in many forms. Basic to understand the uses of gold in jewelry is karat. Karat with a K is the purity of …917 24K 24/24 100% 999 The key to understanding gold karat is the karat value over 24. An example is a 14 karat gold wedding ring. It is 14/24, which equals 58.3% gold and 41.7% alloy. In most engagement rings the stamp in the ring is 14k or …
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Anatomy of a Ring
… can wear and break or crack over time. The gallery is also a prime location to see wear caused by other rings (e.g. wedding bands) that are worn next to each other. The constant friction with another ring can actually wear through the …Knowing the different parts of a ring can help you make a better decision when choosing a new ring and it can help you know when your ring may need … ring has a shank. This is the technical term for the band of metal that encircles the finger. There would be no ring without the shank. If the ring has a distinct design feature on the top part, the ring shank is generally said to start …
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Jewelry Solder: What You Should Know
… is the unseen “glue” that holds most jewelry together. If you have ever had a ring sized, a chain repaired, or your wedding set joined together, you have very likely seen solder in action. But, what is solder and how is it different than … will focus our discussion on gold jewelry, but the same concepts also apply to silver and platinum as well. If your ring is made out of 14 karat gold, you know that approximately 56% of it is gold with the rest being made up by a variety…
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The Difference Between White Gold and Platinum
…a careful choice of the alloying metals, which bleach the deep yellow of pure gold. The amount of alloy mixed with gold is called its karat. The key to understanding gold karat is the karat value over 24. An example is a 14-karat gold wedding ring. It is 14/24, which equals 58.3% gold and 41.7% alloy. The white color is achieved by a careful choice of the alloying metals, which bleach the yellow of pure gold. Platinum is a naturally white metal. It does not need to be alloyed …
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Alternative Gemstones for a Non Traditional Engagement Ring
…. The Duchess of Cambridge, Princess Diana, Penelope Cruz and Elizabeth Hurley all chose a Blue Sapphire for their wedding ring. Sapphires (or Corundum) can come in any color except red. The red variety of Corundum is called Ruby. All of the … are also White Sapphires which look similar to diamonds, but they don’t sparkle like diamond. Jessica Simpson’s wedding ring is a Ruby with pear-shaped Diamond side stones. Mark Zuckerberg’s wife, Priscilla Chan also has a Ruby engagement ring. …
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What’s Your Jewelry Style?
…, the artistic flare creates a work of art. The inspiration of these designs adds vitality to any wedding jewelry. Wedding rings with this style create visions of a loving relationship. Trendy and Fashionable You like to be on the cutting edge. … engagement ring. The feeling that no one else can experience this love expresses itself in a singular, work-of-art wedding ring
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Selling Back Your Engagement Ring
Many times engagement / wedding rings are people’s most expensive jewelry purchase. Liquidating them takes special care to maximize the return of … buys back jewelry that can give you a good price for the ring and the diamond. As with most things, the value of wedding rings comes from several factors: First, there is the metal the ring is made out of. Gold and platinum are the two most … is based on many factors (learn about the basic factors of diamond value ). Next, there is the condition of the wedding rings. If the ring is very worn, it is usually only worth the intrinsic value of the metal and gems. Style is very important …
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Recycled Diamond Engagement Rings
… to Buying Recycled If you are concerned about the environment, but you’re not ready to go with a recycled wedding ring there are other alternatives to explore. We can make a custom designed engagement ring from recycled materials. In fact, most … that the environmental impact of producing a diamond is less than mining one. What to Look for in a Recycled Wedding Ring When you are shopping for a recycled diamond engagement ring, there are some things you should look for in addition to the …
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Custom Jewelry Design FAQ
… 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 … changes, but it is basically the same look and feel, just newer. I have worked with clients who have changed their wedding ring after only two years and others waited until over 50 years. The reason to redesign range widely. The ring is warn out…
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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 … love. The romantic Constanzo Sforza presented his bride in 1475, Camilla d’Aragona, with a diamond ring on their wedding day. A poem, in an illuminated manuscript, documented the ceremony: “Two torches in one ring of burning fire two wills… 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 symbolism of its own. …
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Get a Free Ticket to the International Wedding Festival
Mark your calendars! For the first time ever, Arden Jewelers will be exhibiting at the International Wedding Festival (IWF) in Sacramento. Show Details Who: Arden Jewelers What: Sacramento’s best bridal and wedding show When…have a booth at the show this year, and we would love to see you there. Whether you already have your engagement and wedding jewelry figured or you are just starting your journey, we are here to help. How to Get a Free Ticket As exhibitors, …
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Manly Jewelry for Men
… we have seen an explosion of new options for men. At Arden Jewelers we have a custom curated selection of men’s wedding bands featuring both traditional styles alongside all of today’s hottest looks and materials. We’ve been working hard to… of today’s most common metals and give you the pros and cons for each. If you are considering an alternative metal wedding band, this article can definitely help you decide which option is right for you. Men’s Nugget Jewelry There’s …
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Intimately Public
…debonair man I pretended to be. Is now the time to show how much I love her for her? In many ways, the upgrade of a wedding ring is a more significant symbol of love than the original engagement ring. Now you know each other. All the games of … with her because of the ring. A passing statement, “He must really love you.” pays big dividends. Not only is a wedding ring intimately public, but it is publicly intimate. There is a time when the right gift is an upgrade of the wedding ring. …
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Engagement Ring Trends for 2024
With 2024 flying by faster than you can scroll through your TikTok feed, it feels like the right time to stop and enjoy some of the latest wedding ring trends we’ve seen emerge so far. Check them out, and let us know which one is your favorite in the comments below. Yellow Gold Yellow gold is making a big comeback this year. It has this timeless vibe that feels both classic and …
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Store Moving Sale
… know of someone who is in the next two years this is the time to buy your engagement ring. Our large and excellent wedding jewelry section is on liquidation sale. Many are priced below wholesale. If you were thinking of getting a new …closing sale this is Arden Jewelers’ distinctive jewelry chosen to be heirlooms. We are talking about all kinds of rings and gemstone jewelry, pendants, charms, pearl necklaces, chains, watches, earrings, diamond studs, bracelets, loose …
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3 Things You Might Not Know About Jewelry Repair
…smooth it down to match the rings shank profile. Now, there is one case where we will stretch a ring if we can. With wedding bands, it is often better to maintain the structural integrity of the band by stretching it, instead of cutting and … wear completely through the bail. Even something as simple as hand lotion can build up in the small crevasses in rings causing the gems to lose some of their sparkle. Does your jewelry need some TLC? We offer a free jewelry evaluation …
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Simple Modern Wedding Set with Diamond Accents
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Diamond Wedding Band Twisted Branch with Leaf Details
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Wedding Set : Tall Setting Engagement Ring with Diamond Band
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Wedding Set : Delicate Cathedral Engagement Ring with Diamond Band
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Floral Scroll Wedding Set with Diamond Accents
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Vintage Style Diamond Wedding Band
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Custom Designs (Show All Custom Designs)
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This modern and stylish wedding set features a bezel set Asscher cut diamond surrounded by round accent diamonds. The wedding band fits neatly in … which compliments the sharp lines in the center diamond. Overall, this is a unique and stunning engagement ring and wedding band set
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In this gorgeous wedding set, a sparkling princess cut diamond is surrounded by a halo of round brilliant diamonds. A smaller princess cut … is set in a channel on either side. The matching wedding band is designed to fit perfectly against the engagement ring, and is also accented with round brilliant diamonds
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This wedding set was designed with matching scalloped edges of round and marquise shapes, featuring round brilliant diamonds. The… slightly above the rest of the stones in a low crown head. Elegant and understated perfectly describes this custom wedding set
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This classic wedding set design has a subtle cathedral shank on the engagement ring, rising just halfway up the head of the center …. The matching band has a slight pinched taper at the top, which makes room for the center diamond of the engagement ring and allows the rings to lay flush together
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This unique ring is actually two rings in one. The wedding band, normally almost an afterthought worn outside and next to the engagement ring, is integrated into the design of…
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This custom wedding set in 14k hypo-allergenic white gold, features a gorgeous pear cut center diamond, with a baguette diamond on either side. The band has three baguette diamonds, angled outward like a crown, with round brilliant diamonds in between. A…
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Good Day Sacramento Talks Engravable Personalized Jewelry with Arden Jewelers
We recently had the pleasure of hosting the Good Day Sacramento morning show at our shop. We talked about the upcoming International Wedding Festival (which we attended) as well as personalized gifts. An engraved piece of jewelry is a wonderful way to give someone a meaningful gift that is both valuable and personalized to them. We have a great selection of engravable …
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Cathedral Ring Mountings
The cathedral mounting is one of the many choices you have when you’re looking for the perfect engagement ring. It has many variations and its own set of pros and cons. Knowing more about this unique style can help you decide …
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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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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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White Gold vs Platinum: Which One is Right for You?
Should I choose white gold or platinum for my engagement ring? This is a question that we get all the time, and now we have a full video to help you answer it. In this video we … test. At the end of the day, either metal is more than sufficient to hold your diamond securely in your engagement ring. As long as you take good care of your ring by taking it off for activities like exercise and chores, either metal …surface is normally pushed around more that removed when it’s scratched. This is one of the key reasons why platinum rings tend to require less maintenance than white gold rings. Comfort There are two main differences to consider when …
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Art Deco vs Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
… video we show you the key differences between Art Deco and Art Nouveau jewelry (specifically focusing on engagement rings). You’ll learn about the key features and design ideas that typified each movement and how those concepts were … 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…
