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Have you already deep spring cleaned every corner in your house? If you did, or if you didn’t, now it’s a great time to clean your jewelry box. If your jewelry box’s look doesn’t inspire you to enjoy wearing your jewelry pieces, if your engagement ring and wedding band lost their shine, spring cleaning can work wonders for you. So, make yourself comfortable at a table and go through all your jewelry collection. Check for broken clasps, worn or band prongs and links or missing stones. It is also a good time to make a list of your high value pieces with digital photo for your insurance claims in case of loss or theft.
“We are living in a time that requires trust and faith, It is this kind of constancy and confidence that is expressed by Classic Blue, a solid and dependable hue we can always rely on. Imbued with a deep resonance, it provides an anchoring foundation. A boundless blue evocative of the vast and infinite evening sky, Classic Blue encourages us to look beyond the obvious to expand our thinking, challenging us to think more deeply, increase our perspective, and open the flow of communication. ” Leatrice Eiseman, Executive director of Pantone Color Institute
From a traditional ring worn by mostly men, representing a person’s family, status, class, nobility and more, the signet ring reborn into a whole new statement piece, worn by women not only as fashion statement, but also as a personal statement, self-expiration or symbolized a milestone or achievement. A traditional signet ring can be sometimes chunky and outdated, so we offer modern, sophisticated twist on the iconic jewelry, that feature sleek, classic designs. You can customize the ring with personalize engraving or setting a gem of your choice, to create a unique and meaningful ring like the once below who were choose by two BFF to celebrate their friendship millstone.
Have you gotten engaged? Have you had your wedding day? If you have please send us your pictures! We would love to showcase you on our Instagram and Facebook! We would love to hear and see how the fairytale ended!
In addition to your exclusive, personal and stress-free shopping experience, with the purchase of engagement ring and diamond, our Spring Engagement Special include: FREE Natural Diamond Stud Earring ($350-$1200 value), with an immediate or future upgrade option. Diamond earrings could be the perfect wedding jewelry and/or her “something new”. All of our diamond studs are hand selected and matched by our wholesale expert on site. Natural diamonds as opposed to manmade, lab grown diamonds and other “diamond” alternatives, are formed very deep below earth surface billions of years ago and bursting their way to earth surface through volcanic eruptions. This natural miracle makes them so unique, rare and valuable. Any other alternative “diamond” will not keep its value. FREE maintenance for your ring which includes cleaning & rhodium plating. All white gold jewelry are made of an alloy of pure yellow gold and other metals that give the soft gold its strength. Rhodium is a beautiful reflective white precious metal. Being the most expensive metal and a very hard to work with, rhodium used as a coating over the 10K, 14K, 18K white gold jewelry, gives them their bright, mirror-like look. Eventually the rhodium will wear and the yellowish tones will appear. That why white gold jewelry needs to be re-plated once in a while. Typically the cost for rhodium plating can range from $40-$100, which we included for you. Setting & sizing including. $100 Credit toward the purchase of any wedding band. Complimentary appraisal for your engagement ring and diamond. When your ring is finally ready, it’s very important to have it appraised and insured. The appraisal is the verification of your ring and diamond facts and value. It is not the grading report of the diamond. The grading report will give you all the facts of the diamond, but the jewelry appraisal will give you the value of the entire ring that you need in order to insure your ring. The Best diamond and upgrade your diamond program. Since we personally source our diamond and can 100% guarantee their value, we offer you an upgrade program for any natural diamond and natural diamond stud purchase from us. You will receive full credit on your previously purchased diamond or diamond stud earring towards any natural diamonds purchase with 50% price increase. Our customer service standards require that we meet individually and privately with you to assure you receive our full, uninterrupted attention. Purchasing a diamond and engagement ring is a major life event and there are many details to consider in your diamond and engagement ring purchase. Our private appointments ensure we have the necessary time to provide you with the education and understanding to make sure you are confident with your diamond and engagement ring decision. Set your private appointment today for an enjoyable and stress free shopping experience. Call 760-814-2997 or Contact Us !
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Have you already deep spring cleaned every corner in your house? If you did, or if you didn’t, now it’s a great time to clean your jewelry box. If your jewelry box’s look doesn’t inspire you to enjoy wearing your jewelry pieces, if your engagement ring and wedding band lost their shine, spring cleaning can work wonders for you. So, make yourself comfortable at a table and go through all your jewelry collection. Check for broken clasps, worn or band prongs and links or missing stones. It is also a good time to make a list of your high value pieces with digital photo for your insurance claims in case of loss or theft.
“We are living in a time that requires trust and faith, It is this kind of constancy and confidence that is expressed by Classic Blue, a solid and dependable hue we can always rely on. Imbued with a deep resonance, it provides an anchoring foundation. A boundless blue evocative of the vast and infinite evening sky, Classic Blue encourages us to look beyond the obvious to expand our thinking, challenging us to think more deeply, increase our perspective, and open the flow of communication. ” Leatrice Eiseman, Executive director of Pantone Color Institute
From a traditional ring worn by mostly men, representing a person’s family, status, class, nobility and more, the signet ring reborn into a whole new statement piece, worn by women not only as fashion statement, but also as a personal statement, self-expiration or symbolized a milestone or achievement. A traditional signet ring can be sometimes chunky and outdated, so we offer modern, sophisticated twist on the iconic jewelry, that feature sleek, classic designs. You can customize the ring with personalize engraving or setting a gem of your choice, to create a unique and meaningful ring like the once below who were choose by two BFF to celebrate their friendship millstone.
Jewelry gifts are great to show your moms how much she means to you. A beautiful and timeless jewelry will mark important moments and keep great memories alive, while wearing it. Unlike any other gift, when you give jewelry you're sharing a treasured moment with the woman in your life, whether it be for your own mom, a new mom or a mom-to-be. One of the reasons jewelry is the #1 gift for Mother's Day is that, with a unique thoughtful selection, it's easy to give her something that handpicked with attention especially for her. Stop by Redmond Diamond Center before May 14, and enjoy UP TO 20% OFF THE ENTIRE JEWELRY IN STORE . Let us help you select something unique for your mom. We have a variety of jewelry options to fit any budget. You can pick her favourite metal, gem, shape or symbol that represent special moments in her life with you. Here are some ideas:
The “Made in America” stamp connotes quality and gives people a genuine opportunity to support local workforces and the national economy. With the Fourth of July just around the corner, we decided to whip up some holiday pride with some of our bestselling American made jewelry.
Our Vendors
We have some new engagement rings from the Noam Carver Bridal line: Fancy Stone Rings. These ethereal options feature unique diamond shapes, such as: Oval, Pear, Cushion, Marquise, and so on. Stop by the shop to try these on today!
Viken’s Jewelry, is a manufacturing and jewelry designer out of LA. The beauty of a Viken piece, beyond the visually stunning, is that it is created right there in LA. The work isn’t sent out to another country; it is 100% American Made. His pieces are elegant and classic: from delicate golden bangles to tanzanite cocktail rings. He creates pieces that not only beg to be worn, but compliment any wearer. Viken has been working in his shop since 1979. His passion is to create jewelry that people see in their dreams. He works hard to match exactly what a customer wants. We proudly sell many pieces created by this master jeweler. Stop in today and see his pieces first hand. And if you are looking to create a one-of-kind piece, bring us your ideas and we will have him start today!
The trend of having an alternative gem engagement ring has hit an all-time high! Thanks to Coast Diamond's "5 Rings of Summer" event, we get to see just a few of these stunning choices!
What happens in Vegas does not always stay in Vegas! We are back after a busy weekend at the JCK Jewelry show in Las Vegas. Where we had a great time meeting colleagues, vendors and friends. We are excited to show all the new pieces (and vendors) we picked up there.
Special Offers
In addition to your exclusive, personal and stress-free shopping experience, with the purchase of engagement ring and diamond, our Spring Engagement Special include: FREE Natural Diamond Stud Earring ($350-$1200 value), with an immediate or future upgrade option. Diamond earrings could be the perfect wedding jewelry and/or her “something new”. All of our diamond studs are hand selected and matched by our wholesale expert on site. Natural diamonds as opposed to manmade, lab grown diamonds and other “diamond” alternatives, are formed very deep below earth surface billions of years ago and bursting their way to earth surface through volcanic eruptions. This natural miracle makes them so unique, rare and valuable. Any other alternative “diamond” will not keep its value. FREE maintenance for your ring which includes cleaning & rhodium plating. All white gold jewelry are made of an alloy of pure yellow gold and other metals that give the soft gold its strength. Rhodium is a beautiful reflective white precious metal. Being the most expensive metal and a very hard to work with, rhodium used as a coating over the 10K, 14K, 18K white gold jewelry, gives them their bright, mirror-like look. Eventually the rhodium will wear and the yellowish tones will appear. That why white gold jewelry needs to be re-plated once in a while. Typically the cost for rhodium plating can range from $40-$100, which we included for you. Setting & sizing including. $100 Credit toward the purchase of any wedding band. Complimentary appraisal for your engagement ring and diamond. When your ring is finally ready, it’s very important to have it appraised and insured. The appraisal is the verification of your ring and diamond facts and value. It is not the grading report of the diamond. The grading report will give you all the facts of the diamond, but the jewelry appraisal will give you the value of the entire ring that you need in order to insure your ring. The Best diamond and upgrade your diamond program. Since we personally source our diamond and can 100% guarantee their value, we offer you an upgrade program for any natural diamond and natural diamond stud purchase from us. You will receive full credit on your previously purchased diamond or diamond stud earring towards any natural diamonds purchase with 50% price increase. Our customer service standards require that we meet individually and privately with you to assure you receive our full, uninterrupted attention. Purchasing a diamond and engagement ring is a major life event and there are many details to consider in your diamond and engagement ring purchase. Our private appointments ensure we have the necessary time to provide you with the education and understanding to make sure you are confident with your diamond and engagement ring decision. Set your private appointment today for an enjoyable and stress free shopping experience. Call 760-814-2997 or Contact Us !
Education
The weight of a diamond is measured in carats. One carat is divided into 100 parts called "points," 1 ct. = 1.00; 1/2 ct. = 0.50. The value of two diamonds of the same weight can vary greatly depending on the color, clarity and especially the cut. While larger diamonds are highly prized, diamonds of equal size may vary widely in value and brilliance, depending on their quality of clarity, cut, and color.
Diamond clarity is a quality of diamonds relating to the existence and visual appearance of internal characteristics of a diamond called inclusions, and surface defects called blemishes. The number, size, color, relative location, orientation, and visibility of inclusions can all affect the relative clarity of a diamond. A clarity grade is assigned based on the overall appearance of the stone under ten times magnification. The two most common diamond grading scales are the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and the American Gem Society (AGS). The grading scales for these two organizations are as follows:
Most diamonds, although appearing colorless, actually have slight tones of yellow or brown. As the tones become more apparent, the rarity and the cost decrease.
Diamond cut is important in both shape and depth. The diamond shape is mostly about personal preference with the round diamonds being the most popular representing about 75% of all diamonds sold. The diamond depth was not determined to be of much importance until 1919 when a mathematician named Marcel Tolkowsky used numerical formulas to achieve the modern brilliant cut. He did this by cutting a diamond so that all light entering the stone followed a controlled path to exit the top of the diamond. It was this discovery that lead to the quality and brilliance in diamonds that we enjoy today.
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