Looking for an engagement ring that s a little off the traditional path? We ve selected a few non traditional e-ring categories we think are worth a closer look!
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Jewelry Favorites From Our Staff July 2015
With all the new jewelry trends and exciting new pieces arriving at the diamond studio every week, it can be hard to keep up! Every month, we ask our entire team of jewelry experts for their favorite jewelry picks and here s what they said for the month of July: Nicole: “The black antiquing, fine milgrain details, and Rose Cut Diamonds make this Georgian Period inspired eternity band one of my faves! (It looks great stacked too.)” From Single Stone. 0.57 ctw Rose cut diamonds set in a handcrafted 18K oxidized yellow gold eternity band. $3,400
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Hand Selected Diamonds Are Our Expertise
Hand Selected Diamonds Are Our Expertise Learn How This Skill Will Save You Money! The single most important advice every diamond buyer should know; It’s not in your best interest to shop for a diamond based solely on its grading certificate. Quick tip, online diamond sellers like Blue Nile never actually see a diamond before it gets sold, they simply publish a diamond supplier stock list and add their mark-up. Harold Stevens has been buying diamonds for 35 years, and never once purchased a diamond without physically seeing it and comparing it to others. As professionals with years of experience, knowledge and the tools to assess diamonds, we still refrain from buying a diamond without seeing it first. Certain diamonds will have very obvious inclusions; more importantly some diamonds will lack fire and scintillation even if the stats on the certification say that they are excellent or ideal. Here’s a quick example on why our hand-selection process guarantees you get the absolu
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10 Diamond Buying Tips You Need To Know
1. A diamond certificate is just a description. It’s important to know that the purpose of a diamond certificate is to identify and describe the gem…that’s all. Many customers feel a certification is a guarantee or warranty. It is not. 2. Give yourself the opportunity to physically see & compare loose diamonds. The differences between a G Color SI1 and G color VS2 are nearly impossible to detect to the untrained eye. Why pay more for something your eye cannot see? 3. Never buy a diamond based strictly on the grading certificate. Why? The gemological grades on certificates are far from being tight enough for financial comparisons. There can be dozens of combinations with equal grades where prices can vary 5 – 20%. Harold Stevens has 35 years of diamond buying experience, and has never bought a diamond without analyzing it in person. 4. Visit a local independent San Diego jeweler for their expertise–support local community and experience true personalized service. 5. N
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Jewelry Favorites From Our Staff!
With all the new jewelry trends and exciting new pieces arriving at the diamond studio every week, it can be hard to keep up! We asked our entire team of jewelry experts for their favorite jewelry picks and here s what they said: Yolanda: “I love these funky, raw diamond earrings from Todd Reed. I actually own a pair in rose gold and I never take them off.” Todd Reed 18 karat yellow gold contemporary earrings with rose cut fancy color diamonds and raw/rough grey diamonds. $3,080
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Engagement Rings Throughout History
Have you ever wondered where the whole concept of engagement rings originated? From the ancient times of cavemen tying rope made of grass around their beloved, to the modern day symbol of the ultimate commitment, engagement rings have come a long way! Take a look with us through the ages with a timeline of the evolution of the diamond and precious metal rings we know and honor today. Do you have a favorite engagement ring style? Take a look at the different styles of engagement rings from vintage to classic and contemporary! The post Engagement Rings Throughout History appeared first on Harold Stevens – Downtown San Diego Jewelers.
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Golden Globes 2015 – Award Season Jewelry Trends
Old Hollywood glamour is BACK! Did you tune-in to see all of the delectable jewels on the Golden Globes Red Carpet Sunday night? If you missed out, a quick Instagram search under hashtag #globejewelry will have your sparkle senses tingling. With more diamonds on the Red Carpet than we have seen in years, it is a sure sign that celebrities are embracing their glamorous legacy, and without a doubt diamonds are the hottest trend in fashion.
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Our Extended Family – Men & Women of Service
So you think that getting married and picking the perfect engagement ring is stressful? Imagine what it s like to volunteer for the armed forces and serve your country, often times in life and death situations! While we don t know exactly what it feels like to be a member of the armed services we do know what the impact is on the lives and families of those who serve. At Harold Stevens we are proud of our longstanding history of working with and employing men and women of service and the special bond that has formed from working closely with them. It just so happens that two of our staffers are military spouses, one who is a veteran herself and the other has a husband serving in the Navy. Having a military background, we truly understand the needs a service member desires and offer a variety of options to make their engagement ring shopping experience especially convenient and memorable. We take a special level of care and pride in catering to the specific needs of our armed forces by
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What Happens in Vegas, Can Be Found at Harold Stevens.
With the hottest jewelry trends and biggest statement pieces all under one massive roof, JCK s Luxury trade show in Vegas continues to dazzle the jewelry industry year after year. This highly anticipated annual occasion gives us at Harold Stevenan exclusive opportunity to take a look into the future of cutting edge jewelry from world renown designers both established and newly emerging. Always a delight to the senses, this year s event at the Four Seasons Mandalay Bay did not fall short of our stately expectations. The privilege of being nominated for Retailer of the Year 2014 at Luxury, made this year s event extra special for us. As one of the Top 5 Finalists (out of over 50 applicants) we truly feel honored and we thank everyone for the immense support and invaluable recognition of our hard work in Redefining Fine Jewelry Through Innovation. Take a look with us as we recap some of this year s LUXURY highlights: The post What Happens in Vegas, Can Be Found at Harold Stevens.
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Vintage Engagement Rings On The Rise
Everything old is new again. Antique and Art Deco inspired engagement rings are rising in popularity with our brides to be, and today I wanted to share with you some of the reasons why antique engagement rings are becoming so popular and to educate you in the nuances and subtleties of their value. These engagement rings tend to capture the imagination of modern brides with their old world styling, attention to detail and beautifully cut diamonds. Each of these heirloom style pieces have their own unique history, stories to tell, and unique design elements. Antique engagements rings remind us of simpler times, before automation and computers when a diamond cutter was commissioned specifically to cut a particular diamond. Each of the stones were hand selected and methodically cut to highlight the unique sparkle of the diamond, their dedication to their craft is evident simply by looking at the beautiful designs. Every cleave of the diamond cutter’s hammer tells a unique story, not sim
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