Did you know sapphires come in more colors than just blue? They also come in purple, violet, green, golden, pink, and many other shades! Padparadscha is a color of sapphire that’s a very specific pink-orange with vivid saturation of color. It’s a gorgeous stone, and its price tends to reflect that. Sapphire is associated with […]
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Peridot is widely recognized as August’s birthstone. Known for their vibrant warm green color, it’s a very noticeable stone. Not mentioned as frequently is sardonyx, a type of chalcedony. It’s one of the oldest, most abundant gems in the world. Peridot: Has historically been associated with light. It was believed to protect from nightmares and
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We had so much fun looking at all the beautiful jewelry at the show. These are but a snapshot of what we saw, we have over 100 pictures that we’d be more than happy to show you!
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Q. What makes silver so appealing? A: Polished pure silver is the most reflective metal on earth, with over 90% of light reflecting back to your eye. Silver is half as dense as gold or platinum, which makes it a lighter metal, as well. Q: What are common silver jewelry trends? Silver jewelry can be
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Ruby is the most well-known and popular gem in the world! Its name comes from Latin “ruber”, the word for red. And with good reason, seeing as this is the most popular red stone. In the Sanskrit language, it was called “ratnaraj”, King of Gems. Burmese warriors wore rubies to make themselves invincible in battle,
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It’s the month for pearls! We wanted to share some helpful tips for caring for these delicate stones. Try not to get pearl strands wet. Water and other liquids can damage the string holding the pearls together, weakening it. Always put pearls on after applying hairspray, perfume, and other chemicals. They can damage the pearl’s
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Pearls are known throughout history for their incredible luster and shine. In ancient China, they were believed to protect from fire and evil dragons, whereas in Europe they signified modesty and purity. Pearls are thought to embody the nature of water, since they grow in oysters and mussels. Natural pearls don’t have any human assistance.
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Gold is one of the most popular metals to make jewelry out of. I’ve had several people ask interesting questions about gold, since it’s so popular, and I thought to share the answers so that more people can learn about this beautiful metal! If you have any questions I haven’t answered, drop a comment or
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Wayne Starkey, our store co-owner, has over 35 years of experience as a jeweler. With all his knowledge, there’s no one better to ask about jewelry! This week, we’ve decided to pick his brain about engagement rings, to see what info he has to share with us. Q: What would you say is the most
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With the introduction of lab grown stones, many questions have been raised. We hope to cover some of the most common questions in this post, but if you have further questions, be sure to leave a comment and we’ll do some research! Q: When did lab created gemstones start being manufactured? A: The earliest record
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