Jewelry Archives

Emerald Rings: Unique Ways to Wear the May Birthstone

This month is the perfect time to sport an emerald! Not only is this green gemstone the birthstone for the month of May, it’s also the inspiration for Pantone’s color of the year! The emerald’s saturated green sparkle is ideal for the season when the trees are full of leaves and the earth is full of life, and its time-honored status as a classic precious gemstone assures that its appeal isn’t going to fade anytime soon. Despite emerald’s rich history, this gem always seems to pulse with vibrancy and it gives a matchless pop of green to a wide range of emerald jewelry—from classic looks like stud earrings and three-stone rings to the following, unique emerald rings. The rich green glimmer of emerald makes it an ideal medium for pieces with a touch of fantasy, and Apples of Gold carries several emerald rings that could have been pulled straight from a fairytale. For instance, the Mythical Emerald Ring in 14K White Gold holds a 6mm round emerald in claw-like setting that calls to mind mythical tales of knights fighting dragons to win the hearts of their one true loves. The striking openwork of this shining 14K white gold ring is meticulously crafted, making it a fitting for a princess—or for any woman with an eye for fantastic style. The classic green gemstone is equally striking in contemporary pieces, and its vibrant hue is a fitting counterpart to modern settings. The Tension Set Emerald Engagement Ring gives the emerald a chic, minimalistic update. Although the rich green sparkle of an emerald is always fresh and vibrant, when it’s held by this piece’s unique tension setting it seems even more up-to-the-minute. A 6.5mm round emerald is cradled by two arms of shining 14K white gold that emerge from a simple gleaming band, [...]

Mom Jewelry at 10 Percent Off—Happy Mother’s Day!

Mother’s Day is here! Have you decided how you’re going to honor your mom yet? Mom jewelry of many kinds is a lovely way to show the woman who raised you—or any other woman who’s played an important role in your life—that you appreciate her, and there no better time to buy a piece of this jewelry than the present! Why? Because today is the last day that you can buy it at a discount! All of Apples of Gold’s jewelry is available at 10 percent off when you use the coupon code “APPLESMOM” when you check out, and personalized mom jewelry is an excellent way to take advantage of these special savings. The Personalized Tension-Set Gemstone Birthstone Ring is a modern and sophisticated way to show mom that you care. A 3mm (0.10 carat) round birthstone of your choice is tension set in a band of gleaming 10K or 14K white gold, creating the look that it’s almost floating in midair. This shining 4mm-wide band can be engraved with up to eight characters on either side of the gemstone, allowing you to personalize it with both a name and a date. This contemporary ring is a stylish way for any mom to keep a reminder of her son or daughter close at hand. Apples of Gold’s collection of Posh Mommy jewelry provides a number of chic options for moms who are fans of modern looks with simple, lighthearted appeal. Designed by California mom Ali Krebs, these pieces make excellent gifts for fashion-forward, and the Posh Mommy Engravable Mini Dog Tag Pendant in Sterling Silver is an excellent option. This 5/8”-high sterling silver dog tag can be engraved on both the front and the back with up to eight characters, as well as customized with your choice of a birthstone [...]

February Birthstone: Amethyst

Behold, the striking purple shade of the February stone—the amethyst. Valued for its exquisite color and feminine appeal, amethyst has an interesting story—read on to learn more about this sought-after stone. The Story Behind the Shade Why is amethyst purple? Though scientists show that amethyst is a quartz stone that takes on a distinctive violet hue from organic materials present in the areas where it is mined, Greek lore offers a more exciting tale. According to mythology, Dionysus, the god of drunkenness wanted to capture the affections of a maiden named Amethystos, a word which means “not-intoxicated.” But his love was unreciprocated. Amethystos prayed to Artemis to remain pure and was transformed into a clear stone. In one story Dionysus drenches her with an offering of wine, which turns the stone purple. In another, it is his wine-filled tears that alter her pure shade. Significance of Amethyst The amethyst stone is especially revered for its Biblical significance. In the book of Exodus, amethyst is listed as one of the twelve stones representing the twelve tribes of Judah. The stone is woven into the breast piece of judgment and the breast piece of Moses’ brother Aaron, to be worn when ministering and worshiping in the temple. Later, in the book of Revelation, it is prophesied that amethyst will be one of the stones adorning the walls of the New Jerusalem. The foundations of the wall of the city were adorned with every kind of jewel. The first was jasper, the second sapphire, the third agate, the fourth emerald, the fifth onyx, the sixth carnelian, the seventh chrysolite, the eighth beryl, the ninth topaz, the tenth chrysoprase, the eleventh jacinth, the twelfth amethyst (Rev. 21:18-20). A gemstone long favored by the ancient Egyptians and thought by the Greeks to ward off intoxication, [...]