2012年5月31日 星期四

Edwardian Engagement Rings


The Edwardian era was known as the "Gilded Age" and although this was a very short period in time, only 1901 - 1910, it is known for being one of the most beautiful jewelry creating periods ever acknowledged. Designs were completely unique in the style of the jewelry and the cut of the stones. The Edwardian period coincided with the era of Art Noveau and was shortly before Art Deco. The Edwardian style of jewelry design is said to have been a translation of feminine lace into diamonds and platinum. Certainly, if you are a lover of all that is feminine and delicate, a period piece Edwardian engagement ring would be perfect for you.

Although the giving of a ring as a sign of betrothal appears to have originated during Roman times, by the 15th century it had become increasingly popular, and diamonds had become part of this ritual. The emergence of platinum as a precious metal in the Edwardian era had a great deal to do with the influence on jewelry design and Edwardian engagement rings definitely function as an esteemed token of love.

Edwardian engagement rings have a very distinctive style that places them worlds apart from any other antique engagement ring. Not only was there an almost exclusive use of platinum, white gold and silver rather than gold, romantic scrollwork such as vines and hearts woven into intricate designs were incorporated with birds, flowers and bows. Stones, called accent stones would surround the entire surface of the ring, often incorporated in the sides and the complete band together with intricate patterns. In actual fact Edwardian engagement rings were considered to be diminutive works of art.

Edwardian engagement ring designs regularly incorporate large, prong set center stones and traditionally shaped diamonds as well as diamond pave. These are heirloom pieces as their value is generally know to continually increase in value.

Antiques such as genuine Edwardian Engagement rings are in great demand, however it is difficult to find authentic vintage pieces. One of the best places to find genuine items such as these would be at estate sales and auctions, but his is rather difficult going. There are a number of online stores who offer genuine Edwardian engagements rings and it is far easier to go online than trudge from estate sale to auction and not be able to source what you are looking for.

Fay Cullen is online and they offer some really amazing Edwardian engagement rings that are the genuine article. However these are highly sought after items and inventory turns over quickly.

Because of the fact that Edwardian engagement rings generally have a significant amount of diamonds used in them, they are of high carat weight. So is very hard to find a genuine piece for under $6 000. Prices for highly sought after pieces go for as much as $10's of thousands of dollars, and notably, Madonna wears an Edwardian engagement ring.

Modern replicas are available and one reputable line is the Tacori line, while these are really beautiful replicas of Edwardian engagements rings with far more favorable pricing, they are not quite the same as the genuine article.




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Tacori Wedding Bands For Him


Gone are the days of a man's wedding band being a simple circle of gold or platinum. Of course, these traditional options are still available and many men will prefer the simpler statement. However, for those men looking for a little something extra, there is a huge variety of wedding rings to select from.

The Tacori collection has a wide range of wedding bands for the male. From the simple and elegant platinum band, to bands set with diamonds, and the famous engraved Tacori rings.

Hand worked. Tacori wedding bands are well known for being hand made and of a superior quality that will last a lifetime. Many couples love the idea of their wedding rings being made by the one renowned jeweler. This can be a great way to have either matching wedding bands, or wedding bands designed to compliment the other. For example, the bride may have chosen an intricate Tacori engagement ring with engraving and filigree work. While the husband may not be wanting something quite so feminine or intricate, he may like to have a portion of the patterning or carving worked in a more simplistic or masculine manner on his wedding band.

There are also male wedding rings carved or engraved with the eye catching and unique Tacori designs. Scrolls and leaves are two of the more well recognized Tacori signatures for men.

Diamonds. More and more men are opting to have their wedding band set with diamonds. While this trend was initially started by the rich and famous, it has become much more mainstream. Diamonds in a Tacori band can be as subtle or stated as you require. Some men opt to have the same size or number of diamonds in their wedding band as their wife is having in hers. This can be a nice alternative to the totally matching his and hers wedding bands.

Matching his and hers. Many couple decide to have matching his and hers wedding bands. This is a great way of showing a united front to the rest of the world. Matching his and hers wedding bands can be very eye catching and are statements in themselves. There are many Tacori wedding bands that are suitable for both men and women.

Platinum, gold, or two tone. One of the biggest questions facing a male is the type of metal he wants his wedding ring to be made from. Platinum is becoming increasingly popular due to its high shine, luxurious look, and the fact that it will never wear or tarnish. These can be fairly major considerations for any male who may not be quite so diligent in caring for a piece of jewelry as his wife.

Rhodium plated white gold can be a more cost effective option in the short term. However, the rhodium plating needs to be touched up periodically to maintain the high shine, and to prevent the grayer color of the white gold showing through. Platinum or white gold wedding bands are also going to always look fantastic with a stainless steel watch.

Tacori wedding bands are available for men in platinum, white gold, yellow gold or two tone. Two tone wedding rings can be a great way of obtaining visual interest in a wedding band while still maintaining a very masculine look. Two tone can also be an excellent way to perhaps tie in the male's stainless steel watch and the wife's gold jewelry, for those couples who want everything to match.

Custom made Tacori wedding rings for men will not only last a lifetime, but are available in a wide range from simple traditional bands to unique and decorated wedding rings in the designs that Tacori has become famous for.




Andy Moquin has spent 20 years in the jewelry business buying and selling over $20,000,000 in diamonds, engagement rings and custom designed jewelry. He as traveled to Belgium and Israel to work with international diamond dealers and works as an advisor for DBC Diamonds an international consortium of diamond dealers. His experience in the jewelry business has become invaluable to consumers and business owners. He can be contacted at 1-888-296-4890 or to view current Tacori styles visit Rokstok.





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Halo Diamond Rings and Other Engagement Ring Trends For 2010


Fashion changes with each season but engagement ring styles tend to be consistent each year. You have the various metals to work with, such as white gold, yellow gold, platinum and palladium, and several diamond shapes ranging from round to princess cut, radiant to heart, pear and oval, and marquise, cushion and emerald cuts. Where the trends come from usually originates with the designers who create the masterpieces to be worn for a lifetime, and celebrities who "supersize" a particular style that is featured on the cover of People magazine.

For the year 2010 we've seen some tried-and-true styles come back into the mainstream. Classic diamond solitaires with a round stone between 3/4-carats and 1 1/2-carats are always popular. The vintage-cushion cut diamond set in a platinum ring with lots of micropave diamonds is loved by brides-to-be this year. Yellow gold is the metal of choice for some brides in recent months, although it still ranks lower in popularity than the white metals platinum, palladium and white gold.

One trend that is requested more and more often at jewelers is the Halo diamond engagement ring. The ring style has the distinctive feature of a circle of diamonds, or a "halo" that appears to float around the center diamond. Most halo rings highlight a round or a cushion-cut diamond. Several designers have embraced this style, including Simon G., Tacori and Bridget.

Despite the recent high-profile break-ups of Hollywood's leading ladies, celebrities with seemingly happy marriages do influence what brides request when shopping for their dream engagement rings. Heidi Klum's ring with a dazzling (and huge) yellow/canary diamond is on many "lust lists." Beyonce's massive emerald-cut set in a split shank is requested in a smaller and more affordable price range at jewelry and engagement ring stores across the country, and Fergie's round diamond in a modern style shows that even creative, innovative entertainers still love to stick with tradition once in a while.




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2012年5月30日 星期三

The Do's And Don'ts Of Diamond Engagement Rings


Just as you and your intended are a great match for each other, you want to ensure that the engagement ring you choose for her is also a perfect match and reflects her style. When shopping for diamond engagement rings here are the do's and don'ts.

DON'T Forget the Five Cs

The traditional "Four Cs" in the diamond industry are Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat Weight.

Carat Weight refers to how big a diamond is (diamonds are weighed in carats); Cut describes the shape of the diamond and how many facets are cut into it; Color signifies the lack of color in the diamond (colorless is the most ideal); Clarity grades how clear the diamond is, and whether or not it has any flaws inside the diamond that can be seen.

But what Tacori calls "the fifth C" is also important, and that is Communication. A couple that chooses to communicate about the ring and how important the style is, the diamond shape, size and quality, the budget and all of the things that are going into the purchase, that's Communication. The fifth C is the best way to ensure a great proposal with the perfect ring for her.

DO Enhance the Center Stone

Once you've worked together to find the perfect center stone, you want to make sure and enhance it on the ring. One way to perfectly compliment your diamond solitaire ring is to select a white metal which reflects the whitest possible light; another way to showcase a diamond is to have tiny little diamond enhancers built around the center stone that essentially bloom the center stone; larger side-stone spotlights on either side of the diamond are another way to highlight your diamond.

DON'T Settle on a Generic Ring

If you want something as unique and as original and as special as the love that you have for each other, you should look at a designer label first to see if there is a style that works for you both, that is perhaps more detailed and has more care and attention, and a higher level of craftsmanship. Always ask your jeweler about brand name quality, service and design originality, so that you feel comfortable with your decision.

DO Trust the Jeweler

Speaking of jewelers, it's essential to ask your jeweler about how to select the perfect setting style for her, how to pick the best diamond for your money, payment options, delivery timeframe and whatever else you may have on your mind.

A good jeweler will have the answers and it can be much more enlightening to speak with them while looking at gorgeous rings in person, as opposed to simply conducting online or phone research. By allowing a jeweler to earn your trust, they can earn your business. So let them help you select this most exquisite and important piece of jewelry.

DON'T Rush the Process

Many men think that it's probably only going to take a few hours to close the deal and walk out with a ring in hand. However, in the majority of cases, the purchase process can take anywhere from a few hours to several months. Remember all of these Do's and Don'ts and take your time in choosing the best ring for your intended - you won't regret spending the extra time when you propose and see the look in her eye upon seeing the ring.




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Your Diamond Engagement Ring - Tips For Proper Care and Maintenance


The engagement ring is one of the most significant purchases made by a young couple. Not only is the investment expected to last a lifetime, it is a symbol of the love shared between two people. Regardless of the cost you want to be sure the diamond is always secure and the metal setting is in tip-top shape at all times. How many times have you heard a friend or co-worker cry when they looked down at their hand and noticed the center diamond was missing? The center diamond is more than just part of a piece of jewelry. The stone represents that moment when her husband asked for her hand in marriage and she said "yes." It is, in a sense, irreplaceable.

Whether you purchase a Halo diamond ring by Simon G., an etched style by Tacori, or a modern work of art by Jeff Cooper, you'll want to have a peace of mind promise from the engagement ring store where you purchase your ring. Be sure your ring comes with a lifetime six-point inspection promise, which guarantees your ring will stay as gorgeous as the day it was first slipped on your finger. The engagement ring store should offer, at no charge at least once a year, to polish and steam clean your ring, check the prongs for wear, check all the stones to be sure they are secure, inspect the center diamond prongs and double-check their alignment, check the ring for wear, and make sure the ring shank is maintaining it's roundness.

Your diamond engagement ring purchase should come with a lifetime diamond warranty, with a promise to replace your diamond if it chips or cracks. The store should also provide a diamond replacement promise. A reputable engagement ring store will offer to replace your diamond if it chips, cracks or separates form the mounting and is lost, for a lifetime. Whether you select a round or princess diamond, an emerald, radiant, cushion or pear shaped diamond, and regardless of the size of the carat, be it a ? carat, 1 carat or 5 carats, no one wants to lose the diamond or the ring.




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2012年5月29日 星期二

Shopping For Designer Platinum Engagement Rings - The Ring She Will Adore


A designer engagement ring might cost you a lot, so how much more a designer platinum engagement ring will cost you? It's really a huge expenditure if you'll going to think of it. But it won't really matter if you'll be giving that elegant and brilliant ring to the one you want to spend the rest of your life with.

Platinum is a natural occurring metal that's rare and durable. It is perfect for jewelry making because it is quite hypoallergenic and physically white. This metal would perfectly represent your lasting love and commitment to your spouse to be; the perfect symbol of enduring and lifelong love.

Shopping for the perfect engagement ring is a stressful task. You have so many things to consider before buying one. Your budget should be considered first, then what your future bride would like to have, and the composition of the ring itself. Worry no more with designer platinum rings; though it might cost you a fortune, it is stunningly beautiful and brilliant that every girl will certainly adore.

Designer platinum rings are available in many styles. You can have it in a solitaire setting, three rings setting, and as well as bezel setting just to name a few; and many other settings available in the market today. The center stone can vary from diamonds to your favorite gemstones or birthstones.

One of the characteristics of this rings is that it can add brilliance to any stone that you place on it. You can also customize a designer platinum engagement ring to make it unique; have your own design to be handcrafted or you can choose the style, setting, metal and stone that you prefer.

If you're interested in buying a designer platinum engagement ring, you can browse the internet or go to the nearest jewelry shop. If you're going to search the internet, you may want to search the names of Verragio, Novori, Tacori, and Bergio to name a few of the famous jewelry designers. They are well-known for their platinum engagement rings and other platinum jewelries as well. You can be sure that what they offer is truly a magnificent piece and an authentic one.

It is also a must to be careful in buying a designer platinum engagement ring because some retailer may give you a discounted price for a fake one. So before placing an order, verify first the credibility of the shop by reading reviews about them. Getting a designer platinum engagement ring is one of the great wedding ideas because it is not just a simple purchase, it is an excellent investment that you can have for the rest of your lives as a couple and to your future family.




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Tacori Engagement Rings - The Best Choice


A wedding is one of the ceremonies that are always being looked forward to by most women. The idea in which two people who have strong feelings for each other becomes united in marriage gives a romantic and enchanting impact to many people. That is why a number of couples generally spend much time and money to prepare for their long-awaited uniting ceremony.

But before talking about marriage, the two romantically related people are expected to undergo the process of engagement. Engagement is a stage in a relationship where two people promised or agreed to marry each other. It is also the period of time between proposal and marriage- which may be lengthy or trivial.

Many couples value their engagement almost in the same manner as they value their wedding. Some men even look for reputable fine jewelry designers to find some wonderfully and artistically designed engagement rings in order to impress, as well as to show their love and eagerness to marry their partners.

Tacori engagement rings are some of the best options when choosing for a romantic engagement ring. Tacori designs are known because of their elegant contemporary and vintage-inspired designs. The designs are also known to be unique or different from one another, as it is also said that the rings are never going to look quite the same twice.

Tacori jewelries are also known to be made to last a lifetime, Indeed, their designs itself would never seem to become outdated as they have combined the contemporary and vintage inspirations for their fabulously unique styles. For this reason, the styles would definitely serve as a good symbol for two people who will be committed to each other for a long period of time.

Tacori jewelry can be found in a number of stores most particularly in the United States. Though there may be some stores who might be selling fake Tacori jewelries, the authenticity of the product can be checked by looking for the "TACORI" stamp. It will also be best to contact Tacori to know where to purchase jewelry from authorized retailers in your area.




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Why Tacori Engagement Rings


If the day of your engagement with your beloved is approaching, you must be thinking of buying an engagement ring and if you are then I strongly urge you to consider buying a Tacori engagement ring. There are several reasons for my bias towards the Tacori rings; these rings have come to be immensely popular among people all around the world and Tacori jewelry is rated as one of the finest made products available today. This article is going to explain to you why a Tacori engagement ring is so popular and why you too should try these engagement rings.

The hottest Tacori Engagement Collections are the Dantela and Crescent Silhouette. The quality of these rings as well as the diamonds is beyond any doubt of superlative quality. If you happen to be a person who can judge diamonds, you will very easily judge that the diamonds are not only true, but also of a superior quality. The cutting, dazzling brilliance, and bright clarity of the diamonds will surely make a believer out of you.

It is true that some people may not look for quality only. Obviously, there are consumers that prefer design and style to quality - for these consumers Tacori is also a perfect fit. The designs and the styles that Tacori rings display have been considered to be among the trendiest and awe-inspiring designs available today. The elegant designs of the typical Tacori engagement ring are far better than even the best that their competitors present. The properly cut bright and dazzling diamonds in the platinum rings will add to the beauty of the finger of your beloved, that you have adored so long.

If you decide to buy a Tacori product, you have a huge number of options and you bet regardless of the style of the person you are shopping for there is something for you. If you would like to give your beloved a diamond ring that will look immensely gorgeous on her finger, you are sure to find just such and engagement ring. On the other hand, if you want to give her a diamond ring that looks simple and classic instead of looking gorgeously prominent, you will find ample choices in Tacori's huge collection of award winning designs. Rings that will make the wearer hold the center stage of attraction on any occasion. These kinds of simple looking diamond rings from Tacori will prove its mettle not by appearance alone but by substance also, and they surely have something in them that displays the class and elegance of the wearer.

As far as the price of the Tacori engagement rings is concerned, it is also preferable to competing products; the rings are valuable no doubt. However, the prices are not so heavy and you will be able to buy a Tacori engagement ring at a very reasonable price, which will be less than the price that the other jewelry stores will demand for rings that are inferior in quality and design.




Andy Moquin has spent 20 years in the jewelry business buying and selling over $20,000,000 in diamonds, engagement rings and custom designed jewelry. He as traveled to Belgium and Israel to work with international diamond dealers and works as an advisor for DBC Diamonds an international consortium of diamond dealers. His experience in the jewelry business has become invaluable to consumers and business owners. He can be reached at 1-888-296-4890 or by visiting: Tacori





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2012年5月28日 星期一

Tacori Engagement And Wedding Rings


Tacori is a premier jewelry brand specializing in engagement and wedding rings and bands apart from other diamond jewelry like necklaces, earrings, bracelets etc. Their jewelry is famous for its unique beauty by merging the traditional designs with the modern and contemporary. It is around for almost four decades and is considered a well trusted brand with superior designs and finishes of fine jewelry.

The specialty of Tacori is that each piece of jewelry is made and engraved by hand with great care which will last you a life time. The hand engraving is done from the initial wax molding to the final polishing and engraving.

It specializes in making customized engagement and wedding rings. Normally these rings do not come with already set central stone but are usually available in semi-mount configuration. This arrangement allows one to select the diamond separately from the metal setting giving more freedom in terms of design and budget. They can even create a setting for your ring if you already own a diamond and want a particular design with it. It also ensures that all the rings are unique in their own way.

There are certain things you should keep in mind while choosing the diamond for your ring. The carat weight, the color and the cut are the things to be watched for during this process. Sometimes a smaller sized diamond may be more expensive than the larger one.

It is better to place your order at least four weeks in advance to get the design you want and specially if you are looking for a custom design.

Tacori rings come in a variety of styles ranging from classically simple to the most intricate designs. One of their designs for the setting is so unique that they have even patented it. This is the famous crescent silhouette setting, which has the look of the half-moon cut around the setting itself.

Tacori uses 18k or 22k gold or platinum for the metal setting. Their two-tone amalgamation of yellow gold and platinum are quite popular. Usually the gold is used as an adornment with the platinum. Platinum is a hard bearing and heavier material as compared to gold making it much more expensive. Its color gives a perfect background to highlight the diamond. Further it will never lose its shine and will not tarnish over a period of time. Platinum used is mostly 95% platinum and 5% iridium. It makes the metal much stronger and enhances the shine in it.

To find out an authentic Tacori, check out their 'TACORI' stamp on the inner band of the ring.




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Tacori Fine Fashion Jewelry - Heirloom Tacori Pendants


Tacori have always been famous for their gorgeous engagement and wedding rings. The Tacori collection has now been extended to include stunning diamond pendants of heirloom quality. These sensational Tacori pendants are going to be perfect for celebrating those major milestones in life, including the birth of children, anniversaries and birthdays.

These exquisite pendants will be ideal for the woman who already has a Tacori ring and would like to accessorize. These Tacori pendants range in styles and designs from traditional elegance and simplicity through to highly intricate designs that would be appropriate for a formal event. Many of these pendants would stay around your neck forever.

All Tacori pendants are displayed in their catalogs in 18K white gold. However, many of the pendants can be customized in platinum or colored 18K gold. Some diamond pendants have been created along the same concept of the Tacori rings, where once you have found a design you fancy, then you select a diamond individually to be set in the central position.

Customized Tacori heirloom pendants are all handmade. Depending on your particular requirements and specifications, delivery time can vary from immediately available to four weeks.

For anyone seeking an heirloom diamond pendant, the Tacori "Birth of your Child" is the ultimate. This is an engraved circle diamond pendant with 12 carved crescents cut out of the circle, and each crescent represents a calendar month. When your child is born, a diamond is set into the crescent marking that particular month. These pendants can have additional diamonds added for each child. These heirloom pendants would be ideal for any woman who is looking for a significant gift to celebrate the birth of her child. This Tacori pendant would be a fantastic gift for any new mother who already possess an eternity ring (which is often presented upon the birth of the first child).

Tacori have also released a diamond monogram initial pendant. These are not your standard letter set with a few pave diamonds, but a highly intricate square setting with involved engraving. The Tacori crescent silhouettes setting is in evidence, along with their famous engraving. At first sight, these fabulous pendants look like an Art Deco diamond pendant. It is only when you take a close look that you realize that there is a letter of the alphabet cleverly worked and set with pave diamonds in the center of the pendant. These pendants will become firm favorites with mothers and daughters, the subtlety of the initials allowing them to be worn by others who do not share the same initial.

Tacori have also included the ultimate accessory for those who already own a Tacori ring. This diamond pendant is a round pendant set with pave diamonds and featuring a large solitaire diamond in the center. This diamond pendant also has matching diamond stud earrings for the complete Tacori set. This pendant features Tacori engraving and the carved crescent silhouette setting. This diamond pendant is extremely indicative of all the features Tacori is so famous for. This particular pendant could be worn for any occasion from the office to a black tie gala event. This diamond pendant is purchased along the same lines as the Tacori rings, where you will be selecting your very own diamond as the center stone. This is a custom made piece of jewelry and will generally take a few weeks for your order to be completed.

Tacori pendants make absolutely stunning heirloom jewelry. Convert a memorable event into handmade jewelry that your family will be able to cherish for generations to come.




Andy Moquin has spent 20 years in the jewelry business buying and selling over $20,000,000 in diamonds, engagement rings and custom designed jewelry. He as traveled to Belgium and Israel to work with international diamond dealers and works as an advisor for DBC Diamonds an international consortium of diamond dealers. His experience in the jewelry business has become invaluable to consumers and business owners. He can be contacted at 1-888-296-4890 or to view current Tacori styles visit Rokstok.





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Tacori Jewelry -The Origin Of


Tacori jewelry is jewelry made with diamonds and platinum. This is the jewelry of the stars. Tacori has been around for 25 years, and is considered to be a well-trusted brand with the best designs of fine jewelry. The person who is at the helm of This brand is Haig Tacorian, a Romanian, who started Tacori jewelry brand in California in the year 1972.

This jewelry consists of various distinctive designs and vintage rings, earrings, bracelets, pendants etc. This brand was the first to venture into vintage jewelry and is considered as one of the best too. This jewelry exudes the beauty of the traditional jewelry combined with the new look and has managed to out shadow many other brands, because of their exclusive designs that are palatable even to the elite.

It is interesting to note how these beautiful pieces take shape. They are all handmade, each and every one of them. This jewelry is first made in wax and then transformed into a platinum creation using the best quality diamonds.

You will find beautiful filigree work done by hand in Tacori jewelry. They manufacture jewelry to suit all styles and to suit all personalities. This type of jewelry is a much sought after buy for a bride, if the price is affordable.

Tacori engagement and wedding rings are very famous and are worn by the rich and famous. They are trendy and traditional and come in a wide variety. The best part with The rings is that they are designed in such a way that the stone sitting area is flexible and allows for the stone to be changed easily according to specifications. A couple can get wedding rings of their choice to their exact needs.

The type of rings are made in platinum with a little gold or pure platinum. The diamonds used by Tacori are of the best quality, that ensures the clarity of the diamond. This jewelry has become so famous due to its intricate workmanship and the personalized touch combined with designs that appeal to the more stylish and fashion conscious people.

You can even order Tacori rings without a stone, buy a loose diamond or some precious stone and embed it later. This is the most wonderful factor about This jewelry. If you are not sure what stone you want, just buy the ring and later insert the stone of your choice.

This jewelry is made of the utmost quality and workmanship as it is all handmade and made with care. Each individual piece is a work of art similar to Van Gogh's paintings.




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2012年5月27日 星期日

Bailey Banks and Biddle - A Step Up From Zales?


You may not have known that Bailey Banks and Biddle is owned by the same corporation as the one that owns Zales. Bailey Banks and Biddle was designed to try and attract a more a high-end consumer. You'll notice when you walk into Bailey Banks and Biddle that the store setup is more luxurious than Zales, the prices of the jewelry is higher, and the salesman even seem to be better dressed and more inclined to kiss your butt. And who doesn't like a little butt kissing when you're forking over a wad of cash. Even the name Bailey Banks and Biddle seem to conjure a more sophisticated feeling vs. Zales. In addition, Baileys also offers a wider engagement ring choice than Zales as well as exclusive jewelry lines.

Finding a jewelry designer that you like shouldn't be too difficult at BB and B. If you like designers such as Tacori, Ritani, and Scott Kay than you are in good hands. A look on the BB and B website shows: Ritani's endless love collection which features pave and platinum bands and settings with an antique feel. The Ritani perfect match collection exhibits a number of platinum, three stone rings. Check out the Scott Kay rings which are more simple in nature with rings set in platinum and yellow gold. Mens wedding bands are available in somewhat more ornate designs and feature metals like palladium. The Tacori rings are a combo platter of contemporary and vintage designs set in platinum.

Bailey's also has their own line called Bailey's treasures. The rings are set in platinum, multi-tone and palladium with many princess cut diamonds. There are a few yellow diamond rings as well at a higher premium. Also, BB and B has many semi-mounts to choose from where you select a ring style and have your own loose diamond mounted into the ring that you pick. In addition, Bailey's offers many wedding band options with eternity bands and multi-stones. In case your gal doesn't want a traditional diamond engagement, Bailey's has a noteworthy ring collection with large, high end stones that would make for a good diamond alternative such as onxy, quartz, topaz, amethyst, peridot, pearl, cintrine, garnet, aquamarine, opal ruby, tourmaline morganite and sapphire.

It shouldn't be too hard to find a Bailey Banks and Biddle. Bailey Banks and Biddle has well over 100 locations in more than 30 states. BB and B stores have been around for what seem like forever with their flaship store appearing over a century ago. You don't necessarily have to break the bank to shop at BB and B. Most rings at Bailey's fall between $3,000-$12,000. However, some rings cost less while others go as high as a cool 50 g.




The author just celebrated her one year anniversary and sports a beautiful ascher cut ring. She and her husband put together the website: http://www.ultimate-engagement-ring-guide.com to help you find the perfect ring.





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Unusual Engagement Rings - Nowadays They Are All About Color


As far as engagement rings are concerned some women would rather not follow the crowd but rather strike out on their own to find an unusual bridal piece that no one else has. If you would rather not go for what everyone else has like a Tacori or Ritani solitaire then read on to find out how you can create a unique piece of bridal jewelry styled and fashioned only for you.

The easiest way and by far the most cost-effective way to create an engagement ring for yourself that is unusual is to vary the type of center stone that you use for the ring. If you're hung up on the white round brilliant which is the standard classic stone that goes into 90% of the solitaires out there then you will have to think of some other way of creating your masterpiece. However, if you free up your center stone options and go with a colored stone rather than a diamond, then a whole world of fresh design options will open up to you.

The late princess Diana went with a massive oval Kashmiri blue sapphire surrounded by diamonds in a simple ballerina type setting. It was unusual in the sense that the blue sapphire was the center of attention rather than the diamonds in the ring. Of course, the blue sapphire was of such a quality that it was more expensive than most diamonds that you see today. Whatever color you may lean towards there will be a gemstone that you will find very suitable as a center stone for your unusual ring.

You can also opt for a colored diamond as the center stone for your bridal piece. Diamonds as you may realize come in all colors under the sun. Most of what you see in the market is artificially created. However, it is possible to get a beautiful canary yellow diamond of a carat or more for just two or three times the price of the same size stone in a white diamond. You can then flank the yellow diamond with artificially colored but natural blue diamonds. So you can have a yellow and blue combination engagement ring that is at once colorful but still all diamond nevertheless.

There are an infinite variety of stones and themes that you can use to create your own unusual engagement ring around. Such gemstones come in a variety of different shapes and you can customize your mounting to accommodate and go with the lines of the stone that you choose. So there is no reason that you can not go out there and find yourself an unusual engagement ring for a very reasonable price.




Theodore G has been customizing jewelry since his childhood days taking childrens' silver bangles and wrapping them around mandrels to create all manner of twisted ring sculptors. Check out his write up to learn about the types of unusual engagement rings that are being sold in today's market now and how to come up with styles of unique rings that will stand the test of time.





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2012年5月26日 星期六

Designer Engagement Ring Designs


There is something magical about even the thought of designer engagement ring designs. The word 'designer' creates images of romance, mystery, outstanding creativity, flair and opulence.

While many of us shy away at the thought of the price tag that must be attached to such creations and do not expect to be gifted one, we are still fascinated by the thought of them and feel the irresistible urge to see just what the fuss is all about.

Whether you are looking at a simple platinum and diamond Tacori ring, an elaborate but elegant Danhov or a truly unique Leon Popov butterfly ring, there are many reasons that we look at designer engagement ring designs.

1 - We want their skill and creativity

Just as we commission someone to paint a picture, we want our ring to be uniquely designed by someone who can gather all our feelings for each other, our hopes and our dreams and turn them into a work of art that can be worn for eternity.

We want to look at our ring and immediately feel this connection with it and with each other through it. This is something that very few 'of the rack' rings can give someone and yet the personal touch of the designer engagement ring designs seems to capture it all perfectly.

2 - Exclusivity

Like anything Haute Couture, a designer engagement ring is unique and exclusive to you. You might get away with buying clothes 'off the rack' - but your engagement ring needs to be something very special.

3 - Inspiration

Nicole Ritchie and Joel Madden did it, so did many other celebrities. Designing your own ring is becoming more and more popular. Because there are so many places now that we can design our own ring online, we might look at designer engagement ring designs to get inspiration for our own special ring.

If you like Kate Middleton's ring, but want a ruby instead of a sapphire, if you love Cartier but just can't quite afford the name-tag, then designing your own version of one of their rings is very simple.

Now if you had just popped into your local jeweler, you would be forgiven for thinking that when it comes to engagement rings there is very little choice available. The usual ring consists of a single diamond set on a gold, white gold or platinum band. The ring itself can have different looks depending on whether you want a traditional looking ring or a modern one and occasionally you will see three stone settings or setting with a couple of side stones.

But on the whole, they all sparkle, they all look lovely and they all look the same, but don't be fooled - the reality is that there are literally hundreds of different settings and tens of thousands of diamonds that can go into those settings to make your ring truly unique to you and your fiance.

Even a simple solitaire can become an exceptional and treasured gift with the addition of smaller diamonds, elaborate engraving or by adding a contemporary twist to the band, all of which can be found with designer engagement ring designs.




For stunningly elegant designer engagement ring designs that she will love, go to Danhov Rings or if you want something truly unique and inspiring look at the Leon Popov Butterfly Rings collection.





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Who's Who in the World of Jewelry Designers for Engagement Rings?


Tiffany & Co. was founded by Charles Lewis Tiffany in 1837 and is considered one of the world's finest jewelry companies. It is famous for its wide array of ultra high quality jewelry and its trademark little blue bag. The Tiffany & Co store on 57th avenue in New York City which appeared in the 1961 movie Breakfast at Tiffany's is quite popular with tourists. To be honest, I must admit that Tiffany & Co. makes my knees weak. I don't think I'm alone in this. There's something about getting one of those little blue bags that seems to set off a joyful chemical reaction in women's brains. I really can't explain it...it just happens.

Vera Wang got her start in the fashion industry working for fashion elite such as Vogue and Ralph Loren. She eventually went out on her own selling high-end, fashionable wedding dresses. However, she has expanded her business to include other items and more recently moved into designing engagement rings for Bailey Banks and Biddle.

Barry Verragio studied at the renowned Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. He worked for several years in the jewelry industry prior to proposing to his current wife. In order to make her ring, he invented a new technique which suspended the diamond above the ring. The engaged couple received so many compliments on the rings, that Barry decided to start his own company based on the ring he designed for Tanya. Many years later, the couple as well as the Verragio jewelry company are still going strong.

Haig Tacori came to America in 1970 and has developed a reputation for exceptional platinum jewelry designs. Tacori rings have been featured on the popular television series, The Bachelor.

Scott Kay led the resurgance in popularity of platinum engagement rings. He is known as one of America's most popular bridal jewelers. His affordable designs are within the reach of most consumers.

Ritani engagement rings are all about style and comfort. I particularly like the look of the rings from the Endless Love Collection. With a host of classy styles and a range in pricing, Ritani is sure to win over many fans.




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Diamond Engagement Rings - Top Designers To Choose From


If you're looking for a diamond engagement ring that's extraordinary and elegant in appearance, you might opt to get a designer diamond engagement ring. With so many designers offering marvelous engagement ring styles, you're surely found the perfect ring for your spouse to be. There are a lot of jewelry designers you can choose from; though the famous ones will offer you a very expensive diamond engagement ring, however, you can expect that ring to be made of high quality materials and handcrafted cautiously.

Engagement ring designers like Tacori, Tiffany, Verragio, and, Scott Kay are just few of the world's most famous jewelry designers. Each of them has their own unique style of designing a ring. Designer diamond rings can be purchased in an authorized retailer store; most of them can be contacted through the internet and they'll be happier to customize a design just for you.

If you want a diamond ring with the combination of classic and modern style, then Tacori diamond ring is the one for you. Tacori is famous for its signature Crescent Silhouette design detail. Diamond rings are available in platinum and 18K gold setting.

Tiffany diamond rings are popular in a six-prong setting. They made this kind of setting to raise the diamond above the ring's band to permit the maximum amount of light to be reflected and refracted, to produce an additional brilliance to the stone. Tiffany & Co. also maintain its above average standards in using diamonds; they just want the perfect ones, they easily rejected a diamond even with only minor inclusions. All their rings are set in either platinum or 18K gold.

Verragio specializes in semi-mount diamond engagement rings; to complete the design, the couples will select the shape of the center stone they prefer. Verragio creations are famous because of its distinct designs such as scallops along the edges, soft cathedral settings, and the bar settings in the ring's band and the stones were set perpendicular to the band. They also mix channel settings with other design elements such as pave settings; the design should combine well with the channel setting.

For Scott Kay, the quality of the ring should not be compromised. He only wants the best of materials to be used and the best craftsmanship for his famous diamond rings. He uses several ring settings but his distinct design is the Scott Kay crown setting; the stones are finely angled to follow the curve of the band.

Aside from the above mentioned designers, there are a lot more jewelry designers that offer unique and stylish diamond engagement rings. You'll just have to do research on where to find and contact them so you can make arrangements. One of the great planning ideas when purchasing an engagement ring is to buy the wedding rings altogether; or better yet get a bridal set instead to make sure that the engagement ring and wedding ring complement each other.




Pamela Kazmierczak writes many articles focused on Wedding Ideas and planning for weddings. Go To her site now and learn more about Engagement Ring Designers Today! Get info, see fabulous diamond ring photos and shop online.





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2012年5月25日 星期五

Tacori Diamond Rings: Why This Is the Ring for Her


Entertaining wedding ideas with your soul mate is one of the most beautiful possibilities in a persons' life. Being able to show it without restraint is a rarity, so, deciding on what can best prove your purity of intent and level of commitment to her is a challenging thought indeed.

Just thinking and deciding on how to go about such a precarious but exciting quest is an experience worth remembering by itself, but the focus here is the woman of your dreams and best you can go about to convince her to surrender herself to you in her entirety as a person, being able to find the right words that if spoken with sincerity and a whole lot of mental and emotional preparation, can mean one of the happiest moments in both a man and woman's life.

Thinking or even dreaming about whether you're going to have a simple garden wedding or a contemporary seaside nuptial is truly inspiring. Deciding in advance on the entourage and other pertinent details might prove overwhelming and shall we say premature in a sense.

This kinds of thoughts lead you to fantasize about the girl of your dreams in perfect wedding bliss, wearing her white wedding gown walking down the aisle, with her beautiful face and sweet lips showing nothing else but happiness and contentment that you have given her in this most sacred of moments in a woman's life. But let's not get carried over, because before any of this can take place you'd have to be engage to her first!

In that brief moment that you choose to change your life and that of the woman you love, everything has to be close to perfection, the ambiance, the mood, the music, the food, all having to be taken care of with as much attention to detail as possible. Details that matter simply because their meant to last a life time or even beyond, Tacori engagement rings can give you and your love one all the most pleasant details that will last you a life time.

There is no other way to tell your lady that you're offering her your life than with an engagement ring that tells her in no subtle way how much beauty and elegance you see in her and that you are willing to spend the rest of your life with her. Tacori engagement ring styles express contemporary elegance and vintage inspired designs that speak of timelessness and infinity, much like how an engaged couples should feel.

Tacori jewelry is all about family, and since 1969 they have built a reputation based on giving much emphasis on strong emotions and commitment, which is why this is the ring for her.




Pamela Kazmierczak writes many articles focused on Wedding Ideas and planning for weddings. Go To her site now and learn more about Tacori Engagement Rings Today! Get info, see fabulous diamond ring photos and shop online.





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Celtic Knot Engagement Rings for men


Old Meets New In Tacori Mens Wedding Rings

Mens wedding rings by the craftspeople of the Tacorian family typify the expression "old wine in new bottles." Tacori engagement rings and other fine pieces of wedding jewelry - which include palladium wedding bands, celtic knot engagement rings and more - combine tradition and contemporary style in ways that are unique, yet difficult to appreciate unless one has actually seen them. The entire Tacori line of mens wedding rings and jewelry are one-of-a-kind pieces that represent the pinnacle of the jewelers' craft.

Space Age Materials

Although mens gold wedding rings remain as popular as ever, new space age materials are rapidly gaining in popularity. Tacori is among the those jewelers who have pioneered the use of such materials in their line of tungsten carbide wedding rings and palladium wedding bands. Tungsten was long used as filament material in old-style incandescent light bulbs; when alloyed with carbon, it is the stuff of rock drilling equipment. Palladium is an exceptionally hard and durable metal; with a melting point of nearly 3000 degrees Fahrenheit, it is both highly scratch and tarnish resistant. Unlike gold, which for all its luster is relatively soft and requires regular polishing, Palladium and tungsten-carbide jewelry will last for generations, making these pieces wonderful heirlooms.

Lasting Tradition

The Tacorian family's roots are in Armenia, the culture of which is very ancient and holds tradition in high regard. However, when it comes to Tacori engagement rings and other pieces, those traditions are not limited to the Caucasus region. Celtic knot engagement rings are among Tacori Jewelers' more popular products.

Although there is no historical nor anthropological evidence to indicate that Celtic knot patterns were ever anything more than decorative, they remain a cherished motif on women's and men's wedding rings.

The Tacorian family appreciates the contemporary as well; their pieces blend the clean, Machine Age influence of Art Deco with the baroque filigrees of Edwardian décor to create wedding jewelry that is truly one-of-a-kind. Incidentally, one of the unique features of this company's wedding jewelry pieces is that they are sold without gems mounted in place; therefore, Tacori mens diamond wedding rings do not actually include a diamond. The reason is that Tacorian jewelers believe that the customer should select the gem of his/her choice prior to mounting - yet another reason that Tacori engagement rings and wedding pieces are truly unique.

Whether it's men's wedding rings, Celtic knot engagement rings, palladium wedding bands or nearly anything else wedding-related, you'll find some of the finest pieces in the Tacorian collection. When planning for that special day, you owe it to yourself to take a look at Tacori women's and mens wedding rings first




Jonathon Blocker specializes in diamond jewelry and watches
He is a consultant for Rokstok.com, a trusted name in the jewelry industry since 1999.





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2012年5月24日 星期四

Engagement Ring Shopping - How to Find Your Ring Style


The diamond engagement ring you choose says more about you than you might realize. If you insist on a 5-carat emerald cut center diamond, you could be telling the world that money is pretty important to you and size does matter. A woman who wears a one-carat diamond solitaire is possibly somewhat conservative and traditional. And a platinum open-shank band with an oval diamond might be worn on a woman who likes to do things in unconventional ways.

If you're not sure what type of engagement ring you see yourself wearing, these style descriptions might help point you in the right direction:

Classic Ring Style:

The classic woman has a closet full of elegant staples in neutral colors from stores like The Gap, Banana Republic, Ann Taylor and Calvin Klein. You might carry a Coach handbag and favor a strand of pearls or a simple pendant in gold or platinum. Consder an engagement ring with the center diamond accented with channel set diamonds or bar set diamonds, or go with the perennial classic platinum or gold solitaire. Scott Kay, A. Jaffe, Tacori and Jeff Cooper offer classic styles in their designer engagement ring collections.

Vintage Ring Style:

Breakfast at Tiffany's movie star Audrey Hepburn wore an understated eternity band with diamonds as the symbol of her engagement and marriage to her husband. No Doubt's female lead and L.A.M.B. clothing and shoe designer Gwen Stefani said "I Do" to a unique vintage engagement ring from fellow rock star Gavin Rossdale. Vintage can conjure up images of thrift store shops and funky hairstyles but it also represents some of the loveliest, most romantic jewelry designs, including halo diamond engagement rings, micropave, milgraine and gorgeous and intricate side diamond details. Designers Simon G., Ritani, Tacori, Verragio, Michael M., Bridget and Memoire have hundreds of styles with these details.

Modern Ring Style:

You usually choose to do the exact opposite of what is currently popular or in style. Friends look to you for fashion advice and no one really expects you to wear a traditional princess ballgown-style wedding dress when you walk down the aisle. (But you might surprise everyone and do it for the shock value.) You love architecture and visit art galleries on weekends just for fun. If you don't decide to work with an artisan to design your engagement ring, you'll possibly pick a style with sleek channel set diamonds or baguettes that suggest a modern flair. Then again, you could go with a round or radiant diamond tension-set in a stunningly wide band of metal. Coast, Jeff Cooper, Scott Kay, Tacori, and Memoire are a few designers with modern ring styles.

Most brides-to-be desire a unique ring that fits their personality, their lifestyle, and of course their budget. Be sure to shop before the engagement to get an idea of how the different styles look and feel on your hand. It's okay to look online and in magazines, but before you buy visit stores that specialize in engagement rings and offer the diamonds loose, so you can personally inspect the diamond that you'll wear forever.




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How to Get a Man to Marry You - Where is He At?


Are you tired of waiting for that Harry Winston or Tacori engagement ring? (Or any kind of ring for that matter?) How many Valentine's, birthdays, and anniversaries have you spent hoping that this will be the night that he pops the question? Is he ever going to marry you? How do you get a man to marry you?

Consider his personality style before you begin laying out your strategy and plans. While there are various kinds of slack arsed boyfriends who have yet to pop the question we are only going to cover a couple here. Is your man one of these?

* The Career Man. This guy has a career plan in place. He has his promotions all planned, and probably a 5 year plan. While this guy is focusing on his career, nothing else will be distracting him. Do you know how many more years he has before he feels secure enough to slow down and contemplate matrimony and the white picket fence? The time frame may not be convenient for you.

If you have plenty of years left you may be happy to wait. If you are in a rush and this guy is nowhere near the top of the corporate ladder you may have to look elsewhere for your rock. You may well be in this guy's plans for down the track. Ask him tactfully where his plans for the future lie and if you're included. No point supporting him through every career crisis if he is not planning on rewarding you at the end.

* Damaged Goods. Is his last girl still an issue in his mind. Nasty relationships could bea thing of the past and who knows, there may be a string of them or maybe not. The question of trust can be a matter of years (so we're told)? This guy may be so mistrustful of females that he will never want to commit to anyone ever again. If you have given it your best shot, you can either wait a bit longer or tell him you don't want to wait forever. Be ware of the guy who fobs you off for years with answers like "I am still not ready". If his healing is taking longer than the previous relationship lasted there is something wrong.

There are endless ways to get a man to marry you. If your boyfriend's personality type was not one of the above, then you will need to do a little research. In the end it's worth it.




Author Billy Baker is an experienced dating advisor and has several years in dating and relationship consulting. He has supplied the following article for your reference on how to get a guy to notice you.





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Robbins Brothers Engagement Rings


Robbins Brothers offers the world's single greatest collection of engagement rings. Robbins Brothers started in Seattle in 1920 and by 1995 had opened the first of its "world's biggest selection" stores. And, of course, Robbins Bros. now does a brisk Internet business as well. The company website also provides assistance for you to find the closest physical store to where you live. Currently their physical locations are in California, Illinois, and Texas.

Robbins Bros. takes pride in being a highly attentive, helpful diamond and other engagement rings merchant, and because of this practice it gets a lot of in-the-family business, with grandparents recommending to their grandchildren when they are getting engaged or married to get their rings from the company. Their customer service extends to pre-engagement and pre-wedding help; it's not just limited to selecting rings.

Except for special orders or custom designs, all engagement rings come with an unconditional 30 day money-back guarantee. If you decide to take a ring back, you get your money back in the same format as you paid. So if you paid cash, they give you cash. If you used MasterCard, they credit your card. And so on. You can also apply for store credit and finance your chosen engagement ring or put it on layaway. They want your engagement ring to be affordable.

If you want to upgrade the centerpiece diamond in your ring, Robbins Bros. will extend to you full credit for the original purchase price of your Center Diamond at any time that you decide you'd like to trade it in towards the purchase of any diamond merchandise, just so long as the price of the new item(s) is not less than double that of the original purchase price. Trade-ins aren't accepted on any used mountings or settings.

Robbins Bros. touts the fact that its greatest asset as a business is its personnel. It advertises that it chooses employees only if they have "brains, personality, and class." Robbins Bros. employs ring consultants at every one of its stores, and there are also master gemologists and ring designers there who uses the patented Gemquest program to help educate clients on metals and gems so that they can make a truly informed decision about what to buy.

The company's objective is to get you to walk out of their store with "that perfect ring", and they want you to be their friend and not just their customer. As alluded to above, they even employ experienced "romance experts" to advise on the proposal, the wedding planning, and anniversary celebrations.

Robbins Bros. are direct diamond importers and their selections include rings made by some of the most distinguished engagement ring makers in the world including Jeff Cooper, Scott Kay, Tacori, A. Jaffe, Simon G., and Ritani. They also offer their own proprietary rings.




The author just celebrated her one year anniversary and sports a beautiful ascher cut ring. She and her husband put together the website: http://www.ultimate-engagement-ring-guide.com to help you find the perfect ring.





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2012年5月23日 星期三

Palladium Wedding Rings - Luxurious Luster For Less


Like the look of platinum wedding rings but not the price tag? You may want to consider a wedding ring crafted from palladium. Over the last few years palladium wedding rings have become increasingly popular for many good reasons.

Firstly, palladium comes from the same rare metal family as platinum. Palladium is a naturally occurring shiny, white metal, which like platinum, means it does not have to be plated with rhodium to maintain a luxurious shine. White gold wedding bands generally are rhodium plated to provide that nice white shine. Rhodium plating eventually wears off rings, requiring more plating every so often to maintain that silvery shine and luster.

Secondly, palladium is less costly than platinum, and a little more expensive than gold. So, you end up with a wedding ring with a platinum appearance, but not the associated price tag.

Thirdly, palladium wedding rings are hypoallergenic as they are 95% pure and do not contain any nickel. This makes them a great choice for anyone with sensitive skin or allergies to metal alloys.

In addition, palladium is extremely hard wearing and durable, which is a consideration when you are selecting a ring that you will be wearing for a lifetime. This is also something to consider when selecting an ornate setting, as the harder metals will provide a more secure setting for a longer time as they are less likely to wear.

Palladium wedding rings showcase diamonds beautifully and the color of the metal will enhance the sparkle factor of your diamond engagement ring. The metal palladium also has a lower melting point then platinum, making it more jeweler friendly when looking for ornate ring designs and settings.

Palladium is not only rarer than gold, but it is a harder metal than both white gold or platinum, making for a good long term investment. Palladium weighs about the same as white gold when made into a setting, but is up to 40% lighter than platinum, which can be a consideration if you are looking at a band with a good amount of metal in it. Unlike white gold, or silver, palladium wedding rings will not tarnish, scratch easily, or lose their shine.

Many well known jewelery houses including Verragio and Tacori will create your engagement and wedding rings in palladium.




Mae Smith is the webmaster of http://www.rokstok.com where you can design your own engagement rings or custom handcrafted jewelry and shop for Tacori settings prices when viewing our Tacori rings, jewelry, and wedding rings or make your own custom jewelry.





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Tacori - Tips on Choosing the Best


I noticed a huge surge in recent requests for the Tacori Ht 2510 1/2x and I can't believe the number of people asking for this ring. I think the sudden interest in the ring comes from the embodiment of the true Tacori heritage. Tacori and its jewelry artisans have been creating authentic antique jewelry reproductions for many years. Their flair for capturing the essence of old world jewelry craftsmanship is unmatched by any other engagement ring and wedding ring designers.

The HT 2510 1/2x is no exception to this rule with its crescent silhouette styling. There's something special about this ring and you certainly know it when you see it for the very first time. The shoulders of the ring are channel set with round diamonds gradually growing in size as you get closer to the center diamond. It almost appears that the diamonds on the side of the ring are embracing the center stone and it really accentuates the brilliance and size of the diamond that you crown this gorgeous engagement ring with.

The ring is also very well made in the sense that it's not flimsy in structure or substance. That's not easy to do while protecting the integrity of its styling. In fact, the ring is so well made that you can expect to have this work of art in your family for generations to come. Imagine giving your engagement ring to your daughter and then she gives it to her daughter, very romantic stuff indeed! Another benefit would the stability and safety of the diamonds in the ring; you can wear the ring every day and not worry about your precious diamond falling out of the engagement ring setting.

When ordering the HT 2510 1/2x you should consider a couple of options that would really enhance the creation of this ring. First, you can order ring with diamonds half-way around the band or you can order it in an eternity style with diamonds going all the way around the band. Many people choose to go half-way because they want to be assured that they can have it safely sized in the future. My advice is not to worry about sizing the ring because Tacori craftsmen can size your ring with amazing precision. I've seen them do great work while sizing an eternity style engagement ring or wedding ring.

If you decide to order the ring half-way you can also have it made with the crescent pattern on the sides going all the way around. So the diamonds on the top of the ring go half-way and the wonderful crescent pattern on the sides will go all the way around the finger. This helps keep the cost down, makes the ring easier to size in the future, and you affords the luxury of having a ring that appears to be an eternity ring. You can also do this with the matching wedding ring as well. The two look amazing together and I highly recommend that you consider both the engagement ring and wedding ring when making your purchase.




If you purchase the HT 2510 1/2x I know you'll be very happy with your decision, it's a wonderful style in their jewelry collection. To learn more about the Tacori collection you view To view their collection or learn more about how it is made you can visit Tacori.





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Shopping For Men's Jewelry


Tacori jewelry is synonymous with first rate custom jewelry design that combines time-honored tradition with cutting-edge, space-age materials and techniques. Whether you are seeking a set of tungsten carbide wedding rings, palladium wedding bands or men's jewelry, there are none finer in terms of quality than Tacori rings - and the story of Tacori jewelry is almost as fascinating.

The Odyssey of Haig Tacorian

Armenia, a small Christian nation located in the middle of the Islamic world, has had a long and tragic history; like that of the Jews, the Armenian Diaspora has resulted in the migration of these remarkable people to nearly every place on Earth.

Some Armenians, fleeing the genocidal war waged upon them by the Ottoman Empire in 1915, wound up in Eastern European countries like Romania. Haig Tacorian, whose family is now famous for custom jewelry design, escaped from that country with his family when that country was under the boot heel of the murderous fascist dictator Nicolae Ceau_escu in the 1970s.

Young Tacorian enrolled in college in the U.S. 1975, working his way through as a part-time jewelry salesman. Before long, Haig Tacorian realized he was making more money each week than his father earned a month. The rest, as they say, is custom jewelry design history...

Tacori Jewelry Today

Tacori jewelry is perhaps the most coveted on the market today. Blending the old and the new with materials like tungsten-carbide and palladium and design based on the post-Victorian elegance of Edwardian England and the clean, industrial-inspired Art Deco movement of the 1920s and 30s, Tacori engagement rings and palladium wedding bands are among the finest bridal sets available.

Tacori engagement rings as well as bridal and wedding sets are sold as semi-mounts. Essentially, Tacori sets all the side stones and smaller accent gemstones, but does not mount a center stone (such as a diamond) until the ring has been purchased. This means that when you purchase (for example) a set of their fine tungsten carbide wedding rings, the choice of center stone is yours!

Men's jewelry at Tacori is limited at present to wedding sets; traditional men's jewelry such as cufflinks and shirt studs does not appear in the current Tacori jewelry catalogue. If you are planning a proposal and subsequent wedding however, consider Tacori jewelry for value, style and durability.




Jonathon Blocker specializes in diamond jewelry and watches. He is a consultant for Rokstok.com, a trusted name in the jewelry industry since 1999.





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2012年5月22日 星期二

Thoughts for When You Are Ready to Look for the Engagement Ring


There are no set rules to selecting an engagement ring. Seeing that she'll hopefully be wearing it all of her lifetime, you need to be sure you get it right. One alternative is to propose to your girlfriend without an engagement ring, and then go to pick it out together. While this is a great technique to make sure that she will like the ring and that it's the right size, some people feel this eliminates some of the charm and romance.

A different alternative is to study the type of jewelry she currently wears; is it sterling silver and white gold or classic yellow gold, to whether it's contemporary or vintage, also perhaps consulting with her mom or closest friend.

Be it simple solitaire engagement rings or tacori engagement rings you are searching for, there are plenty of unique and gorgeous styles out there. Should you have a preference for new designs, perhaps take a look at a fashionable cut in a minimal white gold or platinum setting. The style is current yet won't ever look dated. Solitaire diamond engagement rings are a mantra of sophistication and cool beauty, and like the little black dress, they are seriously elegant and at all times capture attention.

A few men will opt to adopt the responsibility of picking out the engagement ring by themselves even though some others are scared at the mere notion of it. In a similar fashion a certain amount of girls believe it is charming to be pleasantly surprised by the presentation of the ring along with the, although some would be upset to not be involved in the selection of the ring.

The main factor to reflect upon is to do what is right for you as a pair. Whichever engagement ring you select, your personal style and your finances are key factors in the final decision. Keeping that in mind, prior to heading out and about in your adventure, it is vital that you sit down and research before you buy and find out all you can about diamond jewelry, bands, options along with anything else you want to understand in advance of selecting the best ring.

When you want to find an engagement ring, the vital thing you'll want to think about is her particular tastes. So take your time and narrow down the quest to rings that she will adore, not just like. Most styles can be found in classic yellow gold, white gold, or perhaps platinum, whichever she favors. White or yellow gold used to make jewelry typically has two different qualities 14 Karat and 18 Karat. 18k gold has more pure gold in the metal and is therefore softer and less durable than the less high quality quality 14k gold.

This means 14k gold wears better and won't be damaged as easily. This is something to consider as the ring will probably be worn every day. 18K gold is a lot more valuable, obviously because it has a higher gold content, but is less durable and more intense in color. It's also vital that you remember is that the wedding band must be of the identical karat of gold as the engagement ring as if they are not the same one will wear the other down.




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Tacori - Adorning Desperate Housewives Everywhere


The Tacori collection of jewelry is so stunningly beautiful it has had several airings on the popular TV show 'Desperate Housewives'. The stunning settings and hand engraving make for eye catching pieces that are just perfect for us all to admire on our plasma screens.

'Desperate Housewives' have recently had two pieces of Tacori jewelry on display. The huge engagement ring that Nicolette Sheridan's character, Edie Britt, purchases for herself on behalf of Carlos was a great example of a Tacori ring. That particular engagement ring was a spectacular platinum setting with the famous Tacori half-moon crescent silhouette. This style of carving on the Tacori band is so well known and unique that Tacori have actually had the design patented.

In the latest season Teri Hatcher's alter ego Susan Meyer wears an exquisitely fine Tacori necklace, seemingly through the whole series. Teri loved her necklace so much she has been seen wearing hers off set as much as on set. Rumor has it, that the necklace is hers to keep. The lucky lady was snapped recently on the red carpet proudly wearing her pendant which complemented her cleavage beautifully. The pendant in question is a platinum circle with very delicate filigree working involving milgrain settings and very subtle diamonds. This is a necklace that any woman would want to wear around her neck both day and night.

Not only has Teri Hatcher had the privilege of showcasing a Tacori necklace, but in one of the very early series she also has a Tacori wedding band. This was when she was contemplating remarrying her ex-husband who was also seeing Edie at the same time. Havoc ensued when Edie discovered the wedding ring in Carl's possession and thought it was for her. There has been no mention of whether or not Teri kept that particular souvenir.

The Tacori collection is famous for its extremely delicately worked settings and surrounds. The pieces are all hand tooled, not only producing unique and truly one of a kind items, but true objects of beauty. Tacori jewelry is available in the extremely popular and hard wearing platinum, or alternatively in 18 or 22K gold. Platinum is a more precious and costly metal than gold, but the extra investment is extremely worthwhile because platinum will never lose its shine, and does not wear. The other great advantage to platinum is that it can often make your diamonds appear bigger than they really are, depending on the style of setting that you select for your piece.

Of course, no girl has to be a 'desperate housewife' to own one of these fabulous pieces. One of the great advantages of the Tacori system is that you are able to select a setting that you love, and then you can choose a diamond from your price range for the setting. For those already in possession of a diamond, or diamonds, the system works in reverse. Select a setting and have your own stones mounted.

With this sort of system you are able to spend as much or as little as your budget allows, and yet you still have a totally hand made and unique piece of jewelry. Tacori jewelry incorporates vintage inspired settings that are timeless in their appeal, along with hand crafting, to produce contemporary elegance to please any woman. From housewives to Hollywood, Tacori has something to suit everyone.




Andy Moquin has spent 20 years in the jewelry business buying and selling over $20,000,000 in diamonds, engagement rings and custom designed jewelry. He as traveled to Belgium and Israel to work with international diamond dealers and works as an advisor for DBC Diamonds an international consortium of diamond dealers. His experience in the jewelry business has become invaluable to consumers and business owners. He can be contacted at 1-888-296-4890 or to view current Tacori styles visit Rokstok. Or you can visit http://www.rokstok.com





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2012年5月21日 星期一

Tacori Diamond Engagement Rings - Top Most Design To Choose For Engagements


Especially if you are looking for a diamond engagement ring that look to be extraordinary and elegant appearance that it may opt and desire to get a excellent designed engagement ring. The numerous types of designs having marvelous styles are ring styles and engagement styles. Here you may find the perfect ring and the realization of spouse of it. Mostly the ring styles and also the designs are totally looking different from each other. In Tacori diamonds the famous and the excellence and richest and prosper rings are highly expensive and however to that much of huge cost you may result the excellent design that is made through the materials which is handcrafted carefully specially for engagement occasions.

The rings designs in the engagement we wore are the famous jewelries we found from the states through the famous jewel designer like Tiffany, Scott Kay, Verragio and the significant one is the Tacori. In each of the specially designed ring has its own and unique styles of the jewel designers. If you are will to accomplish that affording a very expensive cost for such diamond. So altering a original Tacori diamond and also the prosperity we should prefer and also investigate the retailer and complete details of original diamonds.

If you are desired to select a diamond through the combination of different modernized styles that to with the Tacori diamond ring is the one of the best and superior classic ring have been available for us to purchase. In detail about the Tacori the silhouette design is its crescent signature. These rings are available with the combination of gold also with 18k of setting.

The popular rings are Tiffany and these are available in six-prong setting. The stone of it appear to be a additional brilliance which produces the maximum of the amount of light which is been reflected and also refracted through its ring band above the diamond and these kind of settings are only happen through the famous jewel designer. The diamonds Tiffany &Co. mostly maintains the jewelry which is available with the diamonds. Mostly the populaces select the strands which look to be the impressive, attractive, and marvelous designing. These are been set into a set with insertion of platinum gold 18k.

The specialized semi mount diamond engagement rings are the complete design which couples the shape of the center zone which prefer mostly for the Tacori Diamond Engagement Rings are stone. The creations in Verragio are the best and also famous such as scallops entering to the edges. The cathedral is stetted through the soft deigning. The perpendicular band which is set in the stone of a ring's band and these settings are called to be bar settings. It also avail with a mix channel setting that pave setting design elements that should combine either with the channel setting or paving setting.




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Recession Friendly Engagement Rings


Many people assume that buying engagement rings and economic down turns should not be included in the one sentence. Nothing could be further from the truth. No matter the state of the economy, people will always be falling in love and proposing. For some, the prospect of a smaller budget can just be a case of shopping smarter. For others, it maybe more of a scenario of not wanting to showcase a lot of expensive looking bling. Read on for some handy tips on how to buy engagement rings in a recession.

Online Jewelry Stores.

Online jewelry stores are always going to be competitively priced. The main reason? No expensive stores and sales people to add to the bottom line. Use your research skills and shop around. Look for warranties and recommendations. Valuations are also a must. Compare quotes between your local jeweler and an online jeweler and you may well be astonished at the price difference. Your dream engagement ring may become an affordable reality.

Colored Stones.

Another way to dramatically reduce the cost of an engagement ring is to think about replacing some of the diamonds with colored gems. Precious stones such as rubies, emeralds, and sapphires, can make a dramatic visual impact to an engagement ring. Lesser priced colored diamonds, along with semi precious stones will significantly reduce the final costing. Colored stones can also be a clever way to add a twist to a more traditional setting to end up with a more unique engagement ring. This can be an excellent option for the girl who has a favorite color that she wears all the time.

Family Heirlooms.

Has Great Aunt Gertrude left you her rather old fashioned ring? The engagement ring setting may be tired, worn, or just plain awful, but the stones or diamonds can be put to great use. Without the cost of a center stone, or surrounding stones as the case may be, the price of the engagement ring will fall dramatically. Custom jewelers can be advised as to the best possible use of family stones for an engagement ring setting.

Playing it Down.

Some may feel that is possibly not the best time to be thought to be flaunting their better fortune. This doesn't mean that couple should have to reduce their budgets. Better clarity, cuts, and colors of diamonds can all be used to create perfectly sparkling diamond engagement rings that are perhaps not quite so big. Hand crafted engagement rings, and intricate settings such as Tacori or Verragio are other great ways to obtain beautiful investment engagement rings.

Palladium Engagement Rings.

Want a platinum engagement ring but are struggling with the price tag? Why not opt for white gold or palladium? While white gold will need regular rhodium plating to maintain the luxury platinum looking shine, palladium is a hard wearing metal that is naturally shiny. Palladium is from the same rare metal family as platinum, and like platinum is hypoallergenic. Palladium is less costly than platinum, but a little more than gold. However, with palladium you will not be having to pay the jeweler to reapply the rhodium plating as you would with white gold.

Affordable engagement rings can still be the stunning ring of your dreams. Shopping smart, thinking creatively, and online jewelers are all options for those buying an engagement ring on a budget.




Andy Moquin has spent 20 years in the jewelry business buying and selling over $20,000,000 in diamonds, engagement rings and custom designed jewelry. He is an accomplished business consultant and is available for advice on topics such as marketing, advertising, merchandising and business turnarounds.





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Tacori Engagement Rings - How Does One Judge That They Are the Best?


When you want to give a ring to someone special, you certainly would like the best. However, it is not an easy task to choose the best when there are thousands of rings available. You are not a gemologist nor would you typically go looking for one to act as a guide. Therefore, the perfect place from where you can buy diamond rings or any other type of engagement rings is Tacori. The Tacori engagement rings are exquisite in their appearance, exclusive in their designs and trendy in their style and fashion. Nevertheless, even amongst the Tacori collection, you will still find it difficult to choose that perfect ring. Here are some tips for you about how you can choose the perfect Tacori engagement ring for your beloved one.

There are certain aspects of Tacori engagement rings that you must pay attention to during your initial search. The carat weight, the color and the cut are the three critical factors in any decision of an engagement ring for your beloved one. There exists a general notion that the larger the diamond, the better and more valuable it is. It might be true in some cases, but it is critical to know that the smaller sized diamonds are often no less valuable. It is the carat weight by which the value of the diamond is evaluated and not just the size and appearance of it. Therefore, it is better for you to have the idea that the size of the diamond is not so much important as the carat weight of the diamond itself. By just looking at the color of the diamonds of the Tacori engagement rings, you can easily discern that they are of superior quality and are immensely more valuable.

The whiter and brighter the diamond is the greater the affect on its quality and value. The diamonds that you will see on Tacori fashion rings and also the Tacori engagement rings are all bright, brilliant, and dazzling that your intuitive instinct will let you know that they are of top quality and unsurpassed elegance. Another way to ascertain that the Tacori diamond rings are of exquisite quality is to see the cut and clarity of the diamond. The cut of the diamond is undoubtedly one of the principal factors as it relates to its value. The clarity will also relate to the perfection of the stone. Diamonds that have even minor visibility problems are considered substandard. The quality of a diamond is judged by its clarity and transparent visibility.




Andy Moquin has spent 20 years in the jewelry business buying and selling over $20,000,000 in diamonds, engagement rings and custom designed jewelry. He as traveled to Belgium and Israel to work with international diamond dealers and works as an advisor for DBC Diamonds an international consortium of diamond dealers. His experience in the jewelry business has become invaluable to consumers and business owners. He can be contacted at 1-888-296-4890 or to view current Tacori styles visit Rokstok.





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