Tag Archives: diamonds

Diamonds – April Birthstone

A lot has been said about diamonds over the years, both positive and negative. In the spirit of inclusiveness, here’s a quick rundown. Diamonds are beautiful, perfectly suited for use in jewelry, and every single natural diamond is unique to itself no matter what detractors may say. Diamond as a material substance represents the extremes…

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Something special and very rare for the opal lovers out there…

A platinum ring containing a fabulous black opal showing the rarest of rare colors, brilliant red, surrounded by diamonds, and one of my favorite pieces, a piece of matrix opal shot through with veins of brilliant color, both true collectors pieces and some of the reasons that I love opals.      

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Appraisals

First, I want to wish you all a Happy and Healthy New Year! I hope your holidays were full of blessings and cheer, and I look forward to spending the next year fulfilling your fine jewelry needs. Second, and on that note, I want to remind you that with another year passing, your insurance appraisals…

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On the 12th Day of Christmas…

Alisa – 30% Discount Another popular line of sterling silver I carry is an Italian company called Alisa. Alisa takes the sterling silver renaissance in a different direction than Hardy, Yurman, and Atencio. While some of Alisa’s pieces may be able to be classified as “chunky,” there aren’t too many. Alisa offers a more subtle,…

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On the 9th Day of Christmas…

Cherie Dori – 30% Discount Cherie Dori’s jewelry is about contrasts. Cherie Dori’s jewelry is about that one little thing that stands out amidst a sea of blasé. It’s unique and stylish, and that’s why I carry it. Their owner/designer Nelly Cohen studied French literature, and her love of poetry shows through in the flow…

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On the 6th Day of Christmas…

Alex Sepkus – 25% Discount To me, Alex Sepkus’ work isn’t just jewelry. It’s art. The level of detailed expertise that goes into a single Sepkus piece is virtually unparalleled. Every surface is detailed or textured in some way – all of which is done by hand. The designs are fun and even whimsical, yet…

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On the 2nd Day of Christmas…

Rhonda Faber Green – 30% Discount Graceful, delicate filigree; unique, eye-catching textures; the boldness of Antiquity meets the sophistication of the Romantic Era in Rhonda Faber Green’s designs. It is true artwork that goes into the making of her jewelry. “I love designing and I love to make women feel beautiful. I get such a…

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Aronstam “Steps out in Style” in diamonds and pearls to support Dress for Success fundraiser

Dress for Success is a passion of mine because it provides immediate benefits to underserved Indianapolis-area women entering the job market. DFS provides professional attire shoes, jewelry and handbags as well as a network of support and career development to promote the economic independence to help women thrive at work and in life. As we have…

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Have you seen my latest little black diamond number?

Black diamonds are smokin’ hot. And they are sensual – even a little edgy and mysterious. I enjoy working with them and pairing them with other metals, as they look amazing next to gold OR silver. And they look very sexy against bare skin. What’s so special about black diamonds? I think it’s how they…

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Ethical gemstone buying at Aronstam Fine Jewelers

There is significant buzz and a fair amount of contention right now in the jewelry industry about the term ‘fair trade’ as it pertains to gem stone purchase. Does fair trade actually mean something or is it simply a tag for marketing? As an American jeweler for over four decades now, I have watched interest…

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