Why Cash For Gold? Why Now? > Get Started! As we’ve mentioned, gold prices are on the rise. And as the value of gold only continues to increase, Apples of Gold has had to adjust jewelry prices to correspond to the direction of the gold market. But the increase works in your favor: we also […]
When world economic markets start to teeter, we naturally see a rise in the price of gold. This is because investors see gold as a commodity that represents stability. Regardless of what happens to economies at home and across the globe, gold has guaranteed value. As you’ve probably noticed in the news, the price of […]
Everyone has their favorite colored gemstones and aquamarine is one of ours. This icy blue stone is a perfect contrast to the warm tones of summer. Aquamarine is a type of beryl, which is naturally a colorless stone. Iron and other mineral elements in the earth serve to give the aquamarine its distinctive shade. The […]
Genesis 2:10-12: A river flowed out of Eden to water the garden and there it divided and became four rivers. The name of the first is the Pishon. It is the one that flowed around the whole land of Havilah, where there is gold. And the gold of that land is good; bdellium and onyx […]
If one strand of pearls is extraordinary, three are even more so. This season, the trend in wearing the precious pearl is the bold, dramatic layering of strands. And the pearls don’t have to match—combine your grandmother’s delicate pearl necklace with a strand of oversized baroque pearls. Pearls come in a rainbow of colors—don’t hesitate […]
There is nothing more wondrous than the natural world that God has created. The beauties and marvels of creation continue to amaze and awe us–and provide the perfect inspiration for jewelry design as well. This season, the trends lean towards jewelry inspired by nature. Leaf patterns, swirls, florals, and designs that imitate creation come to […]
When men choose their wedding bands, their criteria will be slightly different from a woman’s. While men do indeed consider style, most guys are going to rate rings by their durability and resistance to wear-and-tear. Titanium, platinum, and 14k gold are top choices for this reason. While men may like the look of a diamond […]
You probably know the gemstone associated with the month of your birth, but what is the story behind the birthstone? How did the tradition of wearing a special stone for your month begin? How did birthstone jewelry become so popular? As you have read in previous Apples of Gold jewelry blog articles, many of the […]
But in your hearts regard Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you…1 Peter 3:15 For college students, the summer is coming to a close and within just a few weeks they’ll be leaving home for […]
If one feels the need of something grand, something infinite, something that makes one feel aware of God, one need not go far to find it. I think that I see something deeper, more infinite, more eternal than the ocean in the expression of the eyes of a little baby when it wakes in the […]
Sapphire Engagement Rings: Pop the Question With a True-blue Symbol of Love
For a love that’s true blue, it’s hard to beat sapphire engagement rings. The stunning rich blue sparkle of the sapphire is timelessly glamorous and always eye-catching, perfect for expressing a love that’s deep and that never fades. Sapphire rings have been long been loved and worn by royalty from Catherine the Great to Kate […]
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 […]
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 […]
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