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.

Why Platinum is the Better Metal

Platinum jewelry can be expensive compared to gold or sterling silver, but is the rare white metal worth the added expense? We think so. Here’s why. METAL PURITY When purchasing jewelry, whether it is a wedding band, engagement ring, or even a platinum cross pendant, be sure, first of all, that you are getting guaranteed […]

Can You Swim with Your Gold Chain?

We get many customers who ask us if it is OK to swim with their gold chains. The answer we always give is: it depends. Here’s why. Gold chains come in various metals, from yellow gold, white gold, sterling silver and even platinum. But why is swimming with a solid gold chain even an issue? […]

Gold Voted Best Investment for 2022

Apples of Gold Jewelry conducted a Twitter poll of our followers and the results were not all that surprising, considering end of year 2021 market conditions, as investors and consumers alike consider the impact of high inflation, what some have termed “Bidenflation” across the board. We asked our followers, “What is the best investment asset […]

Platinum: The Preferred Precious Metal for Jewelry

Apples of Gold Jewelry conducted a Twitter poll on November 17, 2021, asking our followers to choose their favorite precious metal for jewelry. The choices included, solid gold, white gold, sterling silver and platinum. We were pleasantly surprised to learn that by far, the rare and dense silver-white metal, platinum, took the lead by far […]

2021 Best Jewelry Trends to Shop

Don’t despair if you feel like you just updated your jewelry wardrobe! Trends are cyclical, so what you wore last year is only in hibernation for a little while and is sure to return again. Chunky Jewelry “An outfit without jewelry is like a cupcake without frosting.” — Unknown Yes, just as clothing trends are cyclical, so are jewelry trends. Last Christmas we were wearing delicate chains and this summer we are wearing chunky chains. Our wardrobes have become more practical, turning the everyday—even sweatshirts—into bold statements, so our jewelry […]

Jewelry that Compliments a Minimalistic Look

Sure, oversized jewelry can be fun at times. For example, you can opt for two-stone gemstone rings. However, dainty and minimalistic pieces can really make an impact on their own. You can opt for pieces that are simple, elegant, and just the right amount of sweet. The present day’s trend focuses on the “less is […]

Should Wedding Bands Match?

Wedding bands are a tradition that dates back hundreds of years, and when you place that band on your partner’s finger, you become part of that tradition. However, many couples face a dilemma in terms of whether their wedding rings should match. For some, it is a no-brainer while for others it is a matter […]

Why are Emeralds, Sapphires and Rubies More Expensive than Other Gemstones?

Precious Genuine Emeralds, Sapphires, and Rubies tend to be more expensive than other gemstones, like amethyst, garnet, citrine, etc. In fact, a very high quality emerald, sapphire or ruby can be even more expensive per carat than a diamond. Why is that the case? Emeralds, Sapphires, and Rubies (the “big 3”) are generally considered precious […]

How to Convert 10K, 14K, 18K Gold, Silver & Platinum Gram Weights

How much does the same jewelry weigh in 10k gold vs. 14k vs. 18k, etc.? Here are some simple calculations to help you convert any metal to metal weights from gold to silver to platinum. Gold Conversions Convert 10K to 14K Gold 10K Gram Weight / 0.885 Convert 14K to 10K Gold 14K Gram Weight […]