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Choosing the gemstone for an heirloom-quality ring is possibly the most important choice you'll make, after all, this ring will be worn for a lifetime and more Diamonds and sapphires are our most common stones to work with for engagement or heirloom rings. Let’s dive into the distinct benefits of each stone for a ring, and which might be right for you.
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Everything a beginner needs to know is broken down into the four C’s: Carat, Cut, Clarity, and Color. These famous four criteria were created by the Gemological Institute of America and are globally accepted as a standard for diamond buyers. Diamonds all over the world are graded based on these factors. Read on below to dive into each of the 4 C’s.
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Engagement rings are a common mainstay in modern culture, but the meaning that is associated with an engagement ring has evolved over time. It was only in 1947 that diamond engagement rings became popular thanks to an advertising campaign by N.W. Ayer and De Beers. Despite diamond engagement rings being only as old as the technology that powers today’s microwaves, there is a storied past behind these little tokens of commitment. Read on for a glimpse into the centuries of history that engagement rings carry with them.
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You’ve just invested in your first (or second, or third) fine jewelry piece, now it’s time to ensure you keep those dazzling gems and precious metals safe so they can shimmer for lifetimes to come. We often get questions on how to best maintain and store heirloom-quality fine jewelry. We’ve covered the bases, from how to clean your ring at home in the midst of the Covid pandemic, to if your ring should be insured. So now let’s dive into five insider tips on how to protect your jewelry when you’re not wearing it.
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Read on to discover the five most common mistakes we see clients make so that you’ll be as prepared as possible for a seamless ring-buying experience (and hopefully one you won’t have to repeat!).
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Here are some things worth knowing when deciding whether you should insure your engagement ring. If you’re wondering should you insure your ring, the short answer is it depends on the value of the ring. For the long answer (as well as how to get your ring insured), read on.
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Are you looking to make an appointment for an engagement ring or wedding band shopping? Are you ready to make a purchase but want to shop the sparkles in person? We’ve got you covered. Read on for our most frequently asked questions regarding store visits and what to expect during an appointment.Â
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At Valerie Madison Jewelry, we keep our customers’ best interests in mind whether this means creating stacking rings with maximum durability or with our transparent stone sourcing. VM is only interested in creating life-long family heirloom pieces. We do not feel charging the high price of lab grown diamonds is ethical, as they will only continue to decrease in value as production technologies continue to develop and improve. Â
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The diamond world has changed dramatically from when “blood diamonds” made headlines. You may not be aware of how sourcing has changed, or the long journey diamonds take to end up in a ring. We’d like to touch on the past, present, and future of diamonds and set your expectations about the nature of current diamond sourcing.
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Platinum and white gold are nearly visually identical, so which white precious metal is better? To help you pick the one that’s right for your wedding band or engagement ring, check out this guide about the differences between the two
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Learning about diamonds can be intimidating and complicated to understand. We’re here to help you make an informed lifetime decision! Here's our handy guide to walk you through the basics.Â
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Keep your ring clean and better protect yourself against germs with these three simple methods
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