Our Best Bands: Hammered
Posted: May 31, 2011
Our Best Bands: Hammered
The hammered wedding band combines the three best qualities in male jewelry: class, masculinity, and ruggedness. When looking for a band, many men, especially those who are unaccustomed to wearing jewelry, find it challenging to select a wedding ring... Read More →
Engagement Rings We Love: 3/4 Carat Art Deco
Posted: May 25, 2011
Engagement Rings We Love: 3/4 Carat Art Deco
This ¾ carat stone is stunning in it’s radiance, but what really draws attention to this ring is its unique setting. The ring is literally covered in diamonds—a hot trend in today's wedding market. But just because the all-around-diamond setting... Read More →
Uncommon Beauty, Uncommon Gemstones
Posted: May 23, 2011
Uncommon Beauty, Uncommon Gemstones
How many gemstones can you name? If you list includes diamond, emerald, ruby, and sapphire, it’s time to expand you GQ (Gemological quotient). The world is filled with beautiful and fascinating gemstones—many that we rarely see. Keep reading to learn... Read More →
The Emerald Option
Posted: May 21, 2011
The Emerald Option
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again, as much as we love traditional diamond engagement rings, we can’t help loving the bold, unexpected style of a colored gemstone crowning your most cherished symbol of love and commitment. May is the... Read More →
Engagement Rings We Love: Flora
Posted: May 16, 2011
Engagement Rings We Love: Flora
Take one look at this ring and it won’t be hard to figure out why it’s an Apples of Gold favorite. The Diamond Flora Ring is appropriately named. Look closely; you’ll notice that the center diamond forms the flower, held in place by four diamond... Read More →
How To Care For Pearl Jewelry
Posted: May 13, 2011
How To Care For Pearl Jewelry
"Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls..." Matt. 13:45 Pearls are delicate objects. Take special care in cleaning and storing them to keep your pearls beautiful for years to come. Keep Them Clean. The best way... Read More →
Paisley: A Pattern With A History
Posted: May 12, 2011
Paisley: A Pattern With A History
The paisley pattern is an interesting and exotic design, incorporating the shapes of mangoes and other fruits, swirled with floral and plant images. The look is both delicate and ornate, yet bold and dramatic—appealing to men and women alike. Though... Read More →
The Keys That Unlock Your Heart
Posted: May 10, 2011
The Keys That Unlock Your Heart
Love is the master key that opens the gates of happiness. Oliver Wendell Holmes Apples of Gold is excited to announce one of the newest items to our line of fine jewelry. These pendants are the key to a fun and fashionable look this season, yet they... Read More →
Beyond Size: The Factors That Determine Your Diamond’s Perfection
Posted: May 7, 2011
Beyond Size: The Factors That Determine Your Diamond’s Perfection
Diamond experts know that an engagement ring is more than the carat weight of the diamond. While many brides are concerned with the size of their diamond, carat weight is not the only factor to consider when choosing your ring. In fact, it may not even... Read More →
Woven Together In Love: Woven Wedding Band in 14k Two-Tone Gold
Posted: May 5, 2011
Woven Together In Love: Woven Wedding Band in 14k Two-Tone Gold
My frame was not hidden from you, when I was being made in secret, intricately woven in the depths of the earth. Psalm 139:15 When a man marries a woman, their hearts are knit together for the rest of their lives. Your wedding band is a symbol of... Read More →
