October 20, 2021 | by Sean Alder
There are about 3,800 known minerals on Earth. Some are used in industry, others for jewelry, and some are considered useless. So what makes some minerals valuable as jewelry and others not so much? And how do jewelers classify different minerals for their jewelry value?
March 18, 2020 | by Sean Alder
If you have any antique jewelry or just bought some at an estate sale, don’t clean it right away! Any piece that’s at least 100 years old (the definition of antique for jewelry) will need special care. This might seem strange because the stones and metals used in jewelry haven’t changed too much, but there are some things to consider first before taking out your cleaning equipment.
April 10, 2018 | by Sean Alder
In years past, shopping for an engagement ring was a tough prospect. What you saw on the shelves was what was available. The fear of getting a ring she wouldn’t love was real. The possible number of different engagement rings is quite large when you consider all of the combinations of metals, stones, cuts, and settings.
March 9, 2018 | by Sean Alder
Have you ever received heirloom jewelry? It’s both a gift and a curse. Your living grandparent might have gifted you a wedding band, or perhaps a bracelet or watch that has been passed down since the 1850s. They wanted to keep the piece in the family.
February 21, 2018 | by Sean Alder
The allure of sapphires' blue sparkle and rubies' red glow is undeniable. But did you know that both these precious gemstones share the same root mineral? In this Spotlight a Stone article, we'll delve into what sets them apart and why they hold such immense value.
January 25, 2018 | by Sean Alder
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