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What
services do you offer?
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Personalized designs in semi-precious and precious stones, gold,
silver and platinum
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Wedding jewelry for the bride, groom and wedding party
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Jewelry parties (hostess gifts available)
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Jewelry repair/alterations
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Buffing and polishing of silver and gold
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Monogramming
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Gift Certificates available
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Pick up and delivery available
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Ship gifts
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Special orders
How do
I store my jewelry?
- Moisture free, soft interior (especially
when it comes to pearl, saltwater pearls are very delicate)
- Contained area – if a stone or piece of
jewelry falls out of its setting, it can be found were it is
stored
- Safety is number one for heirloom and
expensive pieces. An inexpensive safe that is vaulted down to
the floor is a great investment (Wal-Mart has them for about
$80.00). I prefer the digital safe and those tend to be $15.00
to $20.00 more. A safety deposit box is a good option, which in
many cases if offered free of cost if you are a preferred
customer.
- Insurance on expensive pieces is
recommended at all times, most home insurance policies are very
specific as to how much coverage is available at one time or per
piece. Researching the details of your home insurance policy can
reveal ways of insuring your jewelry
Is
there any precautions I should consider when wearing my jewelry?
- While wearing your jewelry whether costume
or not, avoid perfumes, hairspray or any other chemicals, since
it could tarnish the metal (silver, gold, electroplated and
such). Costume jewelry could be damaged permanently if in
contact with certain chemicals.
- Have your precious and semi-precious
stones checked if set in a cabochon, prong or bezel set at least
once a year, but preferably twice. This should not take long if
you have a good jeweler. In most cases it is done on site, no
over night stay.
- Pearls (saltwater) that are strung on silk
must be restrung yearly. Silk is a material that wears quickly
and can break which may result in loss of pearls. Usually there
should be a knot between each pearl to avoid loosing more than
one if the silk breaks.
What is
the difference between Costume Jewelry and Non-Costume?
- Costume jewelry can cost as much as
non-costume.
- Beads vs. stones- most of the time beads
are made from plastic, resin, or colored glass. Semi-precious
stones are heavier, and are cool to the touch, once worn they
will warm up to body temperature.
- Costume jewelry will not be stamped with
925 (silver), 10K, 14K, 18K, 22K, platinum and etc…
- Costume pearls will peel when rubbed and
non-costume will not peel when rubbed against your tooth.
- Semi-precious stones and gold/silver
allows the purchaser the flexibility to reset into a different
style as oppose to costume jewelry. Selecting non-costume
jewelry can provide you and loved ones with a timeless piece.
How do
I choose a piece that won't look outdated in the future?
- When purchasing jewelry keep in mind
classic and timeless styles. Also, think of something that will
grow with you for years to come. Do not buy too small or too
big, because it will look dated.
- Also, as the years pass, your budget will
change, and you will have more disposable income to splurge on
other things besides the necessities of life. Buy a piece at a
time to complete the more expensive sets, delayed gratification
can have great effects.
- Pearls are a perfect example of timeless
and a classical look. Basic onyx (black) is another wearable
selection for years and years. Diamonds, sapphires, emeralds,
rubies, amethyst and many other stones never are out of style.
- Gold whether white or yellow is timeless,
especially when you can have it reworked into something
different in the future.
- Most importantly when purchasing is your
budget, if you think that you are paying too much, then you are.
Appreciation for different types of jewelry (mass produced,
brand name, handmade, or one of a kind design) can dictate a
price of a piece.
- If there are specific types of stones that
you need further information about, such as how to select
diamonds (4-C’s), pearls (Tahitian, saltwater, freshwater,
etc..) or other selections, I will be more than happy to talk
about a specific jewel at a later date or individually
What are the birthstones?
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January: Garnet
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February: Amethyst
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March: Aquamarine,
Bloodstone (Dark Green w/ red spots)
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April: Diamond, White Quartz
(Crystal)
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May: Emerald, Jade
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June: Pearl, Moonstone,
Alexandrite
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July: Ruby
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August: Peridot, Sardonyx
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September: Sapphire, Lapis
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October: Opal, Tourmaline
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November: Yellow Topaz,
Citrine
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December: Turquoise, Blue
Topaz, Zircon
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