March Birthstone: Aquamarine, “Sea Water”
Posted: February 27, 2009
March Birthstone: Aquamarine, “Sea Water”
The Aquamarine is one of the most treasured stones today for its hardness and resistance to elements. It is also considered the ‘poor man’s diamond’–while it is a hard mineral, it is abundantly mined since the 19th century in... Read More →
Stylish, Alternative Wedding Bands
Posted: February 27, 2009
Stylish, Alternative Wedding Bands
Many nontraditional couples look for ways to express themselves and their individuality through their choice of wedding bands. For these couples, finding exciting, original wedding band designs that are outside the mainstream can be a challenging task.... Read More →
Spring Jewelry Trends
Posted: February 26, 2009
Spring Jewelry Trends
As the frost melts and the chill in the winter air mellows, Spring begins to peek its head tentatively around the corner. Though we may still be bundling up in dark turtlenecks and thick jackets, in less than a month Spring will officially arrive with... Read More →
Top Titanium Wedding Bands, 2009
Posted: February 23, 2009
Top Titanium Wedding Bands, 2009
Top Selling Titanium Wedding Bands from Apples of Gold Jewelry, all made with Aircraft Grade Hypoallergenic titanium. Blue Titanium Celtic Wedding Band One of our most stylish and best selling titanium rings. Anodized powder-coated blue titanium ensures... Read More →
Gold Up; How About a Gold Standard?
Posted: February 23, 2009
Gold Up; How About a Gold Standard?
The price of gold vaults upward, surpassing predictions and hits $1000 per ounce this week. Not surprising, given consumers and investors concerns about the stability of the American dollar. The value of gold always flies in the opposite direction... Read More →
Gold Surpasses $1,000 on Fears of Inflation
Posted: February 20, 2009
Gold Surpasses $1,000 on Fears of Inflation
Fears fomented by long-term inflationary concerns over President Obama’s huge stimulus package drove investors to gold as a hedge against likely devaluation of the U.S. dollar. Historically, the price of gold has been intimately wed to the value... Read More →
White Gold Wedding Bands vs. Platinum Wedding Bands
Posted: February 20, 2009
White Gold Wedding Bands vs. Platinum Wedding Bands
If you are delving into the hunt for the perfect wedding band, congratulations! Preparing for marriage is an extremely exciting time, and it pays to do your research before spending money on a wedding band. Once you have decided that you love the look... Read More →
Jewelry Hallmark Guide
Posted: February 19, 2009
Jewelry Hallmark Guide
Pieces like this Platinum Hammered Band are often hallmarked with the letters "Plat" or "950" If you own a piece of precious metal jewelry, you have likely noticed a small stamp on a hidden part of the ring, necklace, bracelet or... Read More →
Gold: Near Record High and Potential to Reset
Posted: February 16, 2009
Gold: Near Record High and Potential to Reset
The price of gold continues to climb this month, as investors fears continue to drag on the American dollar. The price stood at $950 per ounce last week, as the U.S. President Barack Obama pleaded and actually sort of bullied Congress to take action... Read More →
Rare Historical Gold Coins
Posted: February 15, 2009
Rare Historical Gold Coins
Apples of Gold has partnered with Stauer to bring you a rare collection of historical gold coins. With gold prices climbing and inflation on the rise, now is a perfect time to purchase gold coins. 100 Year Old $5 S-Mint Liberty SF Gold Coin These historical... Read More →
