Jewelry Guide

Jewelry guide and fine jewelry styles, including diamond rings and gemstone rings, and jewelry tips from online jeweler, Apples of Gold.

Why Every Wardrobe Needs a Tiny Cross Necklace

A tiny gold cross necklace isn't merely another piece of bling; it's a profound emblem of faith, grace, and lasting style.

Which Metal is Right for Your Wedding Band?

Today’s couples have a number of metals to choose from when shopping for wedding bands. Here’s the rundown on several popular metals to help you pick the one that’s right for you. Platinum Platinum wedding bands like the Platinum Braided Wedding Band Ring are the ultimate expression of a love that’s a rare treasure. At […]

Gemstone Jewelry Guide: from Amethyst to Tanzanite

So many gemstones, so little time! With the rainbow of options that Apples of Gold offers, how do you know which to choose? Here’s the rundown on a number of gorgeous gems from amethyst to tanzanite: Amethyst The regal purple amethyst is a favorite of many women for its ability to make anyone feel like […]

September Birthstone: Sapphire Jewelry and Rings

September is a month when we savor the evening. The air takes on a hint of crispness and days that are beginning to shorten give way to glorious skies full of stars. No gemstone captures the unique beauty of this time of year quite like the sapphire, the September birthstone. Related: Blue Sapphire Jewelry, Sapphire […]

August Birthstone: Peridot Jewelry and Rings

From running barefoot through the grass to a spending a day at the park without a care, many of the little things that make summer a time we relish combine a sense of being alive with a golden splash of sunshine. Peridot jewelry, the August birthstone, is no exception. Its vibrant green color with a […]

Vacation Jewelry Essentials

Taking a vacation might mean taking a break from everyday responsibilities, but it doesn’t have to mean taking a break from style! When you go on a trip, pieces that are versatile and easy to wear make accenting your look a walk in the park— or on the beach. Jewelry takes up little room in […]

Shopping for Wedding Bands Online

There are countless decisions that come with wedding planning: guest list, location, season, food, ceremony, flowers, music, to name a few. This overwhelming overload of planning can make couples dizzy, especially if the planning includes various trips to the caterer, on-site location review, listening to bands, and all the rest of the much-needed in person […]

Titanium Wedding Bands Pros and Cons

Wedding rings are a precious symbol for brides and grooms. Throughout the years, couples have cherished their wedding bands as a beautiful reminder of their marriage and wedding day. In the past, most wedding rings were made of gold for their precious value, but recently, couples are turning to alternative metals for a more practical […]

Choosing White Gold or Platinum Wedding Bands

The wedding band is an important symbol of marriage that will last longer than the flowers, the cake, and the white dress, so selecting these rings is a careful decision for the bride and groom. Most couples today are choosing wedding bands that reflect their style, which means steering away from the very traditional yellow […]

Precious and Semi-Precious Gemstone Jewelry and Rings

Glittering and glamorous, gemstone jewelry comes in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Derived from distinct minerals, gemstones are prized for their unique colors and individual brilliance. Some gemstones are more highly valued than others, though, for different reasons. Often the distinction between precious and semi-precious gemstones is defined by rarity, cultural appeal, and fashion trends, […]