10% OFF through Feb. 1st!
Posted: January 15, 2009
10% OFF through Feb. 1st!
Get 10% Off up to $50! Use Coupon Code: 10OFF2009 Offer valid on all jewelry from applesofgold.com up to $50 per order. Coupon cannot be used on orders already placed or combined with other offers, custom orders, or layaway plans. APPLESOFGOLD.COM... Read More →
Rhodium Plating White Gold
Posted: January 15, 2009
Rhodium Plating White Gold
Originally referred to as the "poor man's platinum", white gold was first invented after World War I as an alternative its more expensive counterpart, platinum. This set into motion the Art-Deco white jewelry trends of the period. Unlike, platinum,... Read More →
The 4 C’s of Diamonds: Which C Matters Most?
Posted: January 15, 2009
The 4 C’s of Diamonds: Which C Matters Most?
If you’ve ever purchased a diamond, you are likely familiar with the phrase “the four C’s.” But even if you can name them all, understanding the difference that each of the C’s makes on the diamond is a much more complicated affair. Many people... Read More →
Chocolate Pearls – Simply Delicious
Posted: January 14, 2009
Chocolate Pearls – Simply Delicious
Two of the most common Valentine’s Day presents are chocolates and jewelry. These items are front-runners in the gift-giving category for good reason: women love receiving them. The only problem with giving her chocolate is the potential for a waistline... Read More →
Hypoallergenic Wedding Bands
Posted: January 14, 2009
Hypoallergenic Wedding Bands
The top two choices if considering a hypoallergenic wedding band are titanium wedding bands and platinum wedding bands--and you don't have to give up your sense of style when wearing either metal. Pure Titanium wedding bands are perhaps the best overall... Read More →
Blue Diamond Heart Pendant Collection
Posted: January 12, 2009
Blue Diamond Heart Pendant Collection
This is one of those must-have pieces that we couldn't wait to feature on our site! New from Apples of Gold: a stunningly beautiful 0.92 carat blue diamond heart pendant in 14k white gold. 37 Prong-set blue diamonds diffuse light into this deliciously... Read More →
What are Chocolate Pearls?
Posted: January 12, 2009
What are Chocolate Pearls?
There are several types of chocolate pearls: black Tahitian pearls which have been bleached chocolate, and natural freshwater white pearls which have been permanently dyed to obtain their warm, lustrous chocolate color. In nature, pearl colors are... Read More →
Top Selling Gold Bracelets
Posted: January 12, 2009
Top Selling Gold Bracelets
Some gold jewelry pieces have a way of appealing to all walks of life and different personalities. This ability to cross cultural and economic lines is what best selling jewelry is all about. Gold bracelets are especially admired this season because... Read More →
Platinum: Softening Gold’s Drop?
Posted: January 12, 2009
Platinum: Softening Gold’s Drop?
As usual just lately, it's a rough turn into the week for gold prices. Gold prices fell the most in six weeks as the dollar’s climb and slumping energy costs reduced demand for the precious metal as a hedge against inflation. Silver also declined. So... Read More →
Can Titanium Rings Get Scratched?
Posted: January 11, 2009
Can Titanium Rings Get Scratched?
There is a misconception among consumers shopping for titanium wedding bands that titanium rings cannot be scratched. Although titanium bands are very strong and durable, and difficult to scratch, they can scratch over-time with natural wear and tear.... Read More →
