We’ve all heard the horror stories about ear piercings gone wrong.
Uneven piercings because you skimped on the cost of the procedure and went to the sketchy place down the street. Post-piercing infection because your new cleaning routine lasted all of five days.
We spoke to a few jewelers who offer ear piercing services in their stores, and they spilled the expert beans on 6 of the biggest ear piercing care mistakes.
June 20th marks the first day of Summer – the beginning of cookouts, swimming pools, and summer getaways.
But before you jump in the pool, slather on sunscreen or head to the beach, it never hurts to know where dangers can lurk. If you’re not careful, summer can take a toll on your jewelry.
Look up the definition of insurance and you'll find words like "reimbursement" and "compensation." That makes sense, since most insurance policies rectify losses by cutting you a check.
In the case of jewelry insurance, a cash payout isn't always your best option.
Read on for a comparison of how jewelry insurance works for a replacement policy versus a traditional reimbursement.
You are most likely spending more time at home these days due to the uncertain times of COVID-19. While you may not have the dangers of the outside world to worry about inside your home, your home presents its own risks when it comes to jewelry care.
Here are six simple ways you can help avoid loss or damage to your valuable jewelry.
At first glance, it's hard for the untrained eye to tell the difference between white gold and sterling silver. They're both silver in color, but the two metals are quite different beyond their initial appearances. Here's what you need to know when you're on the hunt for silver-hued jewelry.
As I’m sure you’ve heard, the old adage advises an engagement ring should cost roughly the equivalent of two months’ salary. That out-of-date advice came from a De Beers marketing campaign to create buzz around diamonds.
If we were to do some quick math and look at national salary averages over the first quarter in 2020, the most recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that would equal $7,592 (based on 8 weeks.)
We know you’re most likely at home during this time and may be wondering how you can support local jewelers. One way you can support is by purchasing jewelry online. If you’re looking to buy online, or at least to begin your research before stepping inside a jewelry store, knowing what to look for may seem daunting. But it doesn’t have to be.
Whether you have an extensive jewelry collection or not, there are circumstances in which it is vital to have quick access to a record of all the jewelry you own.
From simplest to most complex, here are some great options for creating a personal jewelry inventory.
Buying a new piece of jewelry is exciting. You get lost in the sparkle and admire the way it graces your finger or lays just right across your collarbone.
You might think beyond the initial excitement to the cost of the piece, considering it’s likely to be a decent investment. But do you think any farther ahead than that?
