Like emerald and aquamarine, morganite is part of the beryl mineral family. However, unlike emeralds, which tend to have a lot of inclusions, morganite gemstones are relatively free of inclusions, making them more eye-appealing and easier to care for. Morganite is rarer than aquamarine. The gemstone is favored for its pink to orange-pink color, which is caused by...
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Where in the world do emeralds come from? One of the most noteworthy sources for this green precious gemstone is Columbia, which has produced some of the world’s finest emeralds for the last 500 years. Another source for fine quality emeralds is Brazil, where the presence of emeralds has been a rather recent discovery. These gems can also...
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Personalized jewelry is thoughtful, sentimental, and memorable. It allows you to commemorate life’s special moments with something that will last years to come. Whether you’re incorporating the birthstones/names of your kids, grandchildren, or pets, she will surely appreciate the thoughtfulness that went into selecting such a beautiful gift. So this Mother’s Day, surprise that special lady (or...
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St. Andrew is the patron saint of fisherman and singers. He is also the patron saint to several countries including Scotland, Romania, Russia, and Ukraine. St. Anthony is the patron saint for lost articles. St. Benedict is the patron saint of students and Europe. St. Christopher is the patron saint of children and travelers. St....
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When shopping for a wedding band, you may come across the terms comfort fit and standard (or sometimes referred to as flat) fit. So what do these terms mean and what should you know about each of these different fits before deciding which one is the best *fit* for you? Comfort fit and standard fit...
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Two months’ salary? Three months’ salary? You’re beginning the engagement ring process and have no idea how much money you should allocate for the ring. You want her to feel proud wearing her engagement ring but you’re also hesitant about spending a small fortune on a piece of jewelry. So how much money should you spend...
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Every once in a while you may notice your silver jewelry starting to lose some of its original luster or beginning to take on a dark or yellowish color. This tarnishing process occurs when air or certain chemicals come into contact with silver (or more accurately the other metals, such as copper, commonly used in...
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Where in the world do aquamarines come from? Aquamarine deposits can be found in a variety of different places. One of the world’s major producers of aquamarine is Brazil. Other notable locations include Nigeria, Zambia, Mozambique, Madagascar, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Aquamarine can also be found in Colorado, where it’s actually the state’s official gemstone. How are aquamarines...
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We spend the time working with our jewelry designers to get the best deal possible and pass these savings onto our clients. We’ve been doing this for over 90 years, so we know whether the designers we’re working with are pricing their pieces appropriately. Similarly, our long term relationships with our designers mean that we...
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Where in the world do amethysts come from? Most of the world’s amethyst comes from Brazil. Other notable locations for amethyst deposits include Uruguay, Arizona, and Zambia. Where does an amethyst’s color come from? Amethyst gemstones get their purple color when iron atoms replace silicon atoms through the process of irradiation. What is green amethyst? Like its...
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