An eternity ring, also known as an infinity ring, is usually made of precious metals either gold or silver. Most commonly worn by women, but sometimes worn by men, to symbolize the everlasting love between a couple. An eternity ring completes the trinity of rings on a woman’s wedding finger as it goes alongside her wedding ring and engagement ring. Alternatively, the eternity ring can be given instead of an engagement ring or wedding ring. Traditionally they are given as a romantic gift, they are a way of showing appreciation and devotion to another person. Their circular shape represen ..read more

In the digital age we live in, it’s easy to want to sell your jewelry online out of convenience. The ever-growing market of e-commerce makes it easier to sell your things on websites such as eBay, Craigslist, and Facebook Marketplace. However, selling jewelry involves a little more than meets the eye. There are many websites out there which offer to pay you money for your gold and jewelry, you simply just have to mail it in, but how do you know you are getting an accurate price for your valuables? The answer is you don’t.   An interesting experiment from Today.com proves that it is never ..read more

Are you thinking about selling your engagement ring? For whatever reason you are wanting to sell your ring, whether it is divorce, new beginnings, an upgrade, or debt, it is important that you research all of your options before you give it away.   When you have decided that you want to part with your wedding or engagement ring, you have multiple avenues in which to sell including auction houses, jewelers, and online buyers. Realistically speaking, many large auction houses only cater for exceptional diamonds such as very large or rare stones. Whereas online platforms such as eBay and Cra ..read more

The Jewelry industry is growing rapidly at a rate of 5 to 6 percent every year. By 2020 global annual sales are expected to reach 250 billion dollars. The value of designer jewelry remains high because of the continued popularity over the years. The designer jewelry market is saturated with many brands such as Tiffany & Co, Harry Winston, Graff, Cartier, Bvlgari and David Webb. These brand names are synonymous with luxury and high-end craftsmanship, which has been well established by extensive marketing. There are three obvious reasons which make designer jewelry so valuable. The Market ..read more

Whether you picked up a gem at a yard sale, or someone gifted you a beautiful necklace, it is often hard to tell what your items are really worth or whether they are even real. However, there are a few easy methods that will help you to distinguish your jewelry from their imitation counterparts. Look for brand or logos – Premier bands, such as Tiffany & Co, have their brand name stamped on the jewelry on the inside of the shanks of rings, posts of earrings or clasps of necklaces and bracelets. Also look out for any misspelling of brand names, or varying fonts, both of which are tell-tale ..read more

If you are thinking about selling your designer jewelry, it is important to make an informed decision before you part with your item. Read this quick guide before you hand over your jewelry. What is Designer Jewelry? There is a huge spectrum of ‘designer jewelry’, there is no definitive answer to what falls into the category and what does not. The most accurate definition is branded premium jewelry which is manufactured in relatively small numbers from brands such as Tiffany & Co, Chanel, Cartier and Christian Dior. There are a vast amount of different types including handmade and vintage ..read more

The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) organization is a world-leading authority on diamonds, gems, and pearls. Gemologists with GIA credentials are up-to-date on groundbreaking research and trained by leading industry experts. Why is it Important to Have a GIA Gemologist Look at your Jewelry? To determine your jewelry’s true value, you need an expert to evaluate its worth. GIA is the foremost institution in precious metals and gems. If you want the very best (and the most money) for your items, then you need to make sure a GIA certified gemologist is the one evaluating. Quality Assurance ..read more

What would you do if you had an extra $100 in cash? $1,000? $10,000? Everyone is excited to find extra money in their jean pockets or tucked away in the dresser. Most people have untapped cash laying around their home in the form of old jewelry and other sellable items (silverware, coins, watches etc.) Why keep an old brooch or necklace when all it does is collect dust? Here are 5 reasons to sell your old jewelry. Cash! Need a little extra cash? Selling your old jewelry is a great way to get that extra money you really need. Make sure to sell with an experienced buyer like Precious Metals Re ..read more

Diamonds have long been prized for their beauty and rarity. But did you know that not all diamonds are created equal? There are two main types of diamonds: natural diamonds and lab-grown diamonds. Lab-grown diamonds have a common misconception of not being real, but they are, just grown differently. In this post, we will explore the science behind how lab-grown diamonds are made compared to naturally occurring diamonds. Natural diamonds are formed deep within the earth’s mantle under extreme pressure and temperature. We’re talking pressures exceeding 725,000 pounds per square inch! This proces ..read more

Everyone has that one piece of jewelry that we love more than anything else. It might be a family heirloom passed down from generation to generation, a gift from a loved one, or something we found in an estate sale and fell in love with. Unfortunately, sometimes those pieces become damaged despite caring for and protecting them. So what happens when that jewelry breaks or is damaged? Do you sell it? Repair it? Throw it away? Repurpose it? There are several options depending on the circumstance. We’ll discuss the different options you have when it comes to broken or damaged jewelry. We’ll also ..read more