If you are in a serious relationship and ready to take the next step, then you can make it official by buying an engagement ring. An engagement ring is an investment and could possibly become a family heirloom. Ring shopping is an exciting experience when knowing how to choose an engagement ring. ...read more
Selling designer jewelry can be a rewarding and profitable hobby or business, as long as your inventory is adequately supplied with a variety of types and styles of jewelry pieces. Whether you are looking for modern pieces designed by current artists, or vintage pieces from the past, finding designer jewelry takes legwork and research. ...read more
Necklaces are a popular accessory and have been for thousands of years. Making your own necklace can be cheaper than buying one from a store. There are many materials and styles to make a necklace. Some materials are twine, silver and copper. You can also use a massive variety of beads to create a unique design. Lastly, if you want to make necklaces for a long period of time you can buy kits. ...read more
If you own a pearl necklace then you already know that they require a lot of maintenance to keep them looking new and shiny. One of the steps in maintaining your pearls are restringing them. How often you wear your pearls determines just how often you need to restring them because dirt and grime can get between them and onto the string. ...read more
The economy might be in dire straits, but one thing will always be a source for clamoring over: beautiful, status-screaming jewelry. Jewelry has been the hand-held calling card of the rich, famous and need-to-be-seen. Gorgeous, intricately detailed pieces capturing all of the attention in the room. Somebody has to make it and, well, it would be a crime to allow someone else to do what you were born to do. ...read more
A vacation to the seashore has given a box of shells to preserve fond memories with. Several great and easy designs can be made with your shells, by following a few instructions. You will need a jewelry drill and jewelry wire wrapping equipment. Prepare a workspace, with nice light, and begin washing your shells. ...read more
There have been songs written about them, movies made about them and they have been labeled as a "girl's best friend". Shiny and expensive diamonds are acclaimed the world over. Over the years there have been colors introduced into the world of jewelry and prices raised and lowered . A diamond is a precious gem to everyone. ...read more
You've created a collection of jewelry, and now must display it at your next show. Your booth and jewelry needs to stand out to buyers, but attract them as well. Setting up your table should correspond with your collection. You want to portray your business creativity and professionalism. These steps will teach you how to display jewelry for a show. ...read more
The perfect diamond at an affordable price. These two don't always go hand in hand. When purchasing a diamond, it is important to learn the facts of how a diamond is graded and what makes it valuable. No two diamonds are ever alike, and often the same diamond is graded differently by two different gemologists. This is what makes grading and valuing a diamond so complex. ...read more
Atomic watches only lose one-second every 30 million years and there has never been a method of keeping time that is as accurate as this type of watch. They use radiowaves to communicate with a central atomic clock located in the state of Colorado and they are automatically adjusted yearly. In order for a new atomic watch to properly function it must be reset when you purchase it. ...read more
There may be a time in life when a person has to part with their precious diamond ring. This ring may have been a family jewel or perhaps the ring is not sentimental to us at all. Whatever the case, finding a reputable website or person to help sell the ring, is a very important process. There are many different approaches to selling a diamond ring. ...read more
Bling, bling! There isn't anything like getting a gorgeous diamond as a gift, either from a loved one or from you to you! When all else that is material fails, diamonds truly do last forever. Friends go, families go, even that faithful dog will eventually leave this earth. But when it comes down to it, your diamond will be there to give you the shine you desire. Now let's keep that shine for as long as possible. ...read more
For a lot of people, finding a diamond can be an overwhelming but joyous experience. Diamonds are more than a girl's best friend, some guys seem to dig them too. Just the fact that a person is able to afford a diamond is a reason to celebrate. Just because a person is able to afford a diamond doesn't mean she should just spend money on anything that happens to be rock hard and shiny. Go real, or go home. ...read more
Nose piercing are the second most popular piercing in the United States, right after ear piercing. Because of its popularity, there has also been a huge jump in nose jewelry sales as well. When nose piercing started in the United States a traditional earring for the ear was used, now there are specific pieces that are made for noses. ...read more
Many people love sterling silver jewelry because it is an affordable fine metal that is a great alternative to gold for many people. Unfortunately silver is known to tarnish over time if not properly cleaned and stored. If you take care of your sterling silver jewelry properly it will remain beautiful for years to come. ...read more
By Anonymous October 06, 2014
You don’t get 5 stars from so many people unless it’s true! Beth and Steve are the real deal! New England Gem Appraisals has a real office and with all their diplomas, you immediately know they are the consummate professionals in their field. Be sure to set up an appointment with them, an easy thing to do through their website. They responded quickly to my initial inquiry. I did not need to leave my jewelry with them, a huge bonus and relief. My jewelry never left my sight. They did the initial evaluation and photography during the appointment. My appraisal was mailed to me a few days later. It was a bound book, very different from the one-page jewelry store appraisals. During the appointment, they gave me all sorts of extra information about my diamonds, something o one else ever did. I was finally able to see what my diamond really looked like! It’s an incredible experience that I never expected from “you need to get a new appraisal in order to get new insurance”. It was actually fun and educational. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND New England Gem Appraisals! (And the European Bakery shop downstairs is a real plus!) ...read more
By JimSpencer January 29, 2013
First of all, I generally don't post reviews on websites. However, I REALLY needed to post this one. Hopefully this posting will make searching for an appraiser easier for others. If there was a rating higher than 5 on this website, I would without reservation give it to Beth Doughty and New England Gem Appraisals.I had a possible case of fraud where I was sold a diamond by a large jewelry chain. Another jeweler told me that the diamond appeared to be a lower quality than what was shown on its certificate. We desperately needed to verify the validity of the certificate we had received, as the diamond in question was a very high cost item.Due to the conflicting statements, I started doing a lot of research on the internet for a reputable independent jewelry appraiser in my area to get this matter settled. After reading reviews on various websites, I decided to give Beth Doughty a try.Beth�s thorough analysis and appraisal of the diamond proved that we did indeed have something fishy going on. Her appraisal definitely did not match the certificate we had in our hands.Beth could have at that point, just charged us for the appraisal and sent us on our way. But she did not do that. She took the extra time to go online to verify the certificate was from the Gemological Institute of America. She then showed us under the microscope exactly what were the differences between the diamond and the certificate ...all of this with no extra charge. With Beth's help, we were able to go back to the jewelry store and get the matter resolved to our satisfaction.I have never met someone so dedicated, knowledgeable, professional, and friendly to her customers. She's a compassionate individual who truly cares for her clients. Without any hesitation, I would recommend Beth to anyone looking for an honest and accurate jewelry appraisal.From this point forward, Beth Doughty and New England Gem Appraisals will be my go-to appraiser for all my jewelry appraisal needs. ...read more
