Watch this before you sell your gold! I thought this investigation was a great way to show the difference between gold buyers.  All these buyers are going to receive the same amount from your gold.   I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again “go in with a plan” and shop around. ...

You’ve seen them online and in the jewelry stores, those jet black faceted stones with a mirror like reflection.  Some can be mistaken for Hematite but they’re not.   They’re black diamonds ,or carbonado, which is their technical name.   Personally, I have never really been a fan of the black gems, but I will say when used properly they can be very dramatic.  The interesti...

Over the past few years the art of making your own jewelry has become more and more popular around the world. This can be attributed to a number of reasons, but the primary factors are the relatively low cost of producing your own pieces, and the uniqueness of the item that you are creating. Mass produced jewelry and accessories can be found in shops everywhere, and in a desire to stand out from t...

Gemstones are favorites among jewelry fans.  They come in a wide array of colors. Some are bright and bold while others are soft and soothing. About 2,000 years ago, writers paired gemstones and their attributes to the months of the year and to the signs of the Zodiac.  It was then that the mythology of birthstones began to evolve.  Many gemstones were believed to have medicinal and mystical...

 Just like anything you wear your jewelry needs occasional cleaning.  There are two ways you could do this.  Take it to a jeweler to clean it, or clean it yourself.  The jeweler uses machines that cut down on the time it takes to clean your bling.  First they would put it in an ultrasonic cleaner which loosens any dirt and oils that might find their way into the design.  Then, they would ...

Since I have been in the jewelry industry for more than 30 years, I think I am qualified to tell you a thing or two about what you should know before you buy jewelry.  One thing that just about everyone looks for is the best “deal”!  Now, if you were to tell me you wanted the best deal, I would ask you what that means to you.  You see, to some people, the best deal is all about pri...

If you’ve ever been in a retail store you’ll notice a similar trait among salespeople.  They ask a lot of questions.  The obvious reason for this is to learn your likes and dislikes so they can lead you to the product that you are most likely to buy.  One good example is if you’re shopping for diamonds, the salesperson might ask how large a diamond you want, and they may eve...

For the past 30 years or so, I have often listened to consumers speak about the value of jewelry as a gift.  Not only have I been in the jewelry industry for over thirty years, but I have been with my wife for that many years, as well.  So sometimes, I look to her for answers and ideas relating to jewelry. It seems it is true, that jewelry is a gift that will last forever.  My wife tells me so...

When you have decided to make a jewelry purchase whether as a gift for someone, or perhaps for yourself, you will want to condsider pricing.  In thirty years, I have seen many consumers shell out more money than they initially intended. So I recommend you really think about the price you are willing to spend, and what it is you want to purhase. First, determine yor budget.  Many fine jewelry st...