Category: Jewelry Tips
Is there anything more romantic than the surprise marriage proposal? This takes a bit of work and planning, gentlemen, but it certainly can be done. Many brides like to pick out their own rings and grooms certainly want to get the ring she’ll love, but nothing spoils the surprise like taking notes when the two […]
“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 to keep your pearls looking beautiful is to keep them from getting […]
The words of the LORD are pure words, like silver refined in a furnace on the ground, purified seven times –Psalm 12:6 Silver. The word and image are a symbol of wisdom, beauty, and refinement. Silver also evokes memories of sun and the beach and shopping for funky silver jewelry in open air markets. As […]
Apples of Gold is proud to present a select line of highest-quality GIA-certified diamond engagement rings, such as the GIA-graded ½ Carat Diamond Solitaire in 14k Rose Gold shown here. But what is a GIA-graded diamond? And what difference does it make? The Gemological Institute of America is an unbiased third party that comprises the […]
Your gemstone jewelry pieces are not only treasured mementos, they are investments and heirlooms—keep them beautiful and intact for years—even generations—to come, by following a few simple steps. Know your stones: Given the monetary and sentimental value of your jewelry, it’s worth your time to learn a little about the stones you own. Apples of […]
Love is patient, love is kind and is not jealous; love does not brag and is not arrogant, does not act unbecomingly; it does not seek its own… but rejoices with the truth. (1 Corinthians 13) You know these verses—you cherish them. They call to mind the love that God has for you, and that […]
Every year at Valentine’s Day jewelry stores are flooded with the traditional heart pendants. While these pendants can be quite beautiful, this year, Apples of Gold invites you to step outside the ribbon-tied, red-felted box. Give your wife, your girlfriend, your daughter, your grandmother a piece of jewelry that expresses and compliments her unique charm, […]
A pearl is an exquisite thing of beauty, and if you have pearl jewelry, you should know how to properly care for it. Pearls are extremely soft, and the care and cleaning is much different than that of other precious and semi-precious gemstones. Pearl jewelry needs to be handled differently from other jewelry. For instance, […]
When ultrasonic cleaners first came onto the market, they were touted as the best way to clean jewelry at home. The modern technology involved with the at-home versions was thought to be superior to the old fashioned method of soap and water, or manually scrubbing with a jewelry cleaning solution. While ultrasonic cleaners are indeed […]
Gemstone prices can be undoubtedly confusing. To the average Joe or Jane, it makes little sense why the same size and weight amethyst is cheaper than an aquamarine, which are both far more affordable than an emerald. Most people’s knowledge of gemstone prices goes only as far as ‘diamonds are the most expensive, and everything […]
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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