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January 24, 2012: February’s Birthstone: Amethyst
Empire Jewelers’ gemstone quiz: What is the official birthstone for February? Find out — plus learn 16 interesting facts. Read more…
December 21, 2011: January’s Birthstone: Garnet
Empire Jewelers’ gemstone quiz: The birthstone for January is garnet. Do you know what Latin word the name for garnet derives from? Read more facts and trivia about garnets. Read more…
November 29, 2011: December Gemstones: Turquoise, Tanzanite and Zircon
Empire Jewelers’ gemstone quiz: Happy birthday December babies! Can you name the three birthstones for the month of December? Read more…
October 21, 2011: November Gemstones: Citrine and Topaz
Empire Jewelers’ gemstone quiz: There are two birthstones listed for the month of November. Citrine is one. What is the other? Click here for 15 fascinating facts about November’s birthstones. Read more…
September 16, 2011: Gemstone of the Month: The Opal for October
Empire Jewelers’ Gemstone question of the month: what’s the birthstone for October? Learn 15 more fascinating facts about the Opal. Read more…
August 30, 2011: Gemstone of the Month: The Blue Sapphire
Jewelry quiz: what’s the birthstone for September? Find out here, plus learn 15 facts about this favorite gemstone. Read more…
July 26, 2011: Peridot, August’s Birthstone
This month’s gem of the month is peridot, the birthstone for August and the zodiac sign of Libra. Whether your birthday is in August, you’re a Libra or you’re just a fan of beautiful gemstones, peridot is one of the most beautiful of the precious stones with a rich history and lore worth learning about. Read more…
June 24, 2011: 10 Things You Probably Don’t Know about Pearls and Birthstones
For centuries, birthstones have been given as gifts to celebrate a person’s birthday. But how did the tradition of birthstones come about? It happened long before the jewelry industry got involved. Read more…
May 23, 2011: Why It’s Time to Sell Your Unwanted Silver and Gold Jewelry
So you’ve been thinking about selling some of your old silver and gold jewelry. You know, your Aunt Ida’s vintage silver locket, a gold pendant that was a gift from an ex-boyfriend—maybe even an engagement ring you no longer have the desire (or need) to hang on to. Read more…
April 20, 2011: Liz Taylor's Jewels: A Hollywood Queen’s Collection
Looks like Marilyn wasn’t the only Hollywood icon fond of diamonds and jewels. The late, great Elizabeth Taylor’s jewelry collection will be up for auction in April at various locations, according to Christie’s America. Can you say fabulous? Read more…
March 22, 2011: Jewel of the Month—Aquamarine, the Birthstone for March
The birthstone for people born in March is the aquamarine. Aquamarine gemstones are blue or sea-green in color and range from very light to very dark. Read more…
February 24, 2011: Jewelry Fragrances—The Next Best Thing to the Bling
Craving a Cartier for your collection? Yearning for a David Yurman? Wanting to binge on a Bulgari? If you have a taste for expensive jewelry, but can't stomach the prices, there's an alternative in the air—high-end jewelry fragrances. Read more…
February 7, 2011: Diamonds—Origin of the Jewel of Love
Most people consider diamonds the "jewel of love," a public symbol of engagement and a promise of everlasting love. But when did the romance with diamonds start, and why has a relatively common gem become synonymous with love and dedication? Read more…
January 14, 2011: How Much is This Old Watch Worth?
Whether your watch belonged to your great-grandfather, or you came across a good looking old watch on eBay, if you’re looking to find out how much it is worth, there are a number of factors that go into evaluating it. Read more…
December 15, 2010: Loan for the Holidays
Need money for holiday gifts and expenses? Consider selling or taking a loan on your unwanted gold jewelry and coins. Here's how…
December 9, 2010: Get a Haircut and Sell Your Gold??
From barber shops, to church halls, home parties to craft fairs, and even store fronts that have popped up in neighborhoods across the country, seemingly overnight—it’s hard to miss the signs all around you. As the value of gold has sky-rocketed, so too has the number of people looking to buy gold and take advantage of those looking to cash in. Read more…
November 11, 2010: Selling Your Gold Jewelry? Here Are Some Things You Should Know:
From September 1, 2010, gold has climbed to a record numerous times, peaking on November 9th when it reached $1,422 an ounce (the highest ever). While during the same period, there are global concerns that the US dollar will continue to drop in value. According to Bloomberg BusinessWeek, a survey of 29 analysts, traders and investors indicates that gold may rise as high as $1,500 in 2011. Read more…
September 29, 2010: How to Buy Diamonds on eBay
We hear it time and again: “Why would I buy diamonds on eBay?” But with an understanding of how eBay works combined with some knowledge of what to look for in a diamond, you could join the thousands of satisfied customers who have purchased everything from vintage diamond watches to engagement rings on eBay, and feel comfortable returning again and again to purchase fine jewelry. Read more…
August 17, 2010: The ABC’s of Diamonds: Color, Carat, Clarity or Cut
If you’ve purchased a diamond, no doubt you’ve heard of the “4C’s” in evaluating its value. What is the global jewelry-industry standard can be confusing for many consumers, especially for first-time buyers. What is considered a “perfect” diamond? Which “C” is most important? What factors should you not compromise on when considering not just a diamond’s beauty, but its value for the long term? Read more…
July 22, 2010: Estate vs. Vintage vs. Antique: What are the differences?
In jewelry terms, estate, vintage and antique jewelry have similar meanings but the differences can greatly influence the value of the jewelry pieces. Before you purchase a previously owned piece of jewelry, it’s important to know the differences. Read more…
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