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  • Antique Coins & Metal Detecting

    Metal detecting is a very popular and rapidly growing hobby. As we are located in New England we are privileged to see so many interesting items unearthed. From Pre-Colonial to Revolutionary War to Civil War to turn-of-the-century antiques are items we come across on a regular basis. Recently, a friend of mine came across a…

  • Gold Jewelry Markings & Symbols | New England Diamond & Jewelry Buyers

    Gold Jewelry Markings & Symbols | New England Diamond & Jewelry Buyers

    Gold jewelry is one of the most desired and fashionable accessories for any outfit. This precious commodity is often plated or filled with other metals to create affordable and accessible options for anyone looking to add a touch of gold to their wardrobe. However, many buyers may not realize the difference between genuine gold and…

  • March Birthstone | New England Diamond & Jewelry Buyers

    March Birthstone | New England Diamond & Jewelry Buyers

    The birthstone for March is the aquamarine. Aquamarine is a variety of the mineral beryl and is usually found in shades of blue or blue-green, although it can range from almost colorless to deep blue. In ancient times, aquamarine was believed to protect sailors and ensure a safe voyage. It was also thought to enhance…

  • Pictures of Fine Jewelry & Gems

    Pictures of Fine Jewelry & Gems

    Here are a few jewelry pictures of the week

  • The Various Colors of Gold

    The Various Colors of Gold

    Gold jewelry is remarkably versatile and is available in a variety of gorgeous hues. Although naturally occurring as yellow gold, it can also be mixed with different alloys to create other gold colors Yellow Gold Yellow gold is gold in its original, naturally occurring golden color. When used for jewelry, it is often mixed with…

  • Gold’s Purity Levels

    Gold’s Purity Levels

    Different gold purities If you’ve ever gone shopping for jewelry, you are probably familiar with the word “karat” as applied to gold. The higher the karat, the more expensive it will be. But have you ever wondered why? The short answer is that higher karats mean more gold, but there’s more to it than that.…