Estate Diamonds

Can I Purchase a Quality Diamond in the Second Hand Market?

Diamonds are a precious type of stone which can be purchased through a variety of mediums. Some choose to go to their local jewelry stores to browse the selection in order to make a purchase whereas others tend to look to less mainstream methods to acquire a diamond. Estate diamonds purchased through the second hand market are an additional way to look for diamonds which some individuals tend to prefer. This may be due to the desire to purchase a diamond which has been passed through the generations or perhaps the consumer is simply looking to acquire the best deal possible on the purchase of this type of gemstone. Whatever the reason may be, those who wish to buy estate diamonds on the second hand market may wonder if they will be able to do so and still get a top-notch quality diamond.

Buying a Quality Diamond in the Second Hand Market

Buying estate diamonds can be a tricky venture for some as it is often hard to know exactly what one is getting unless they are a trained gemologist. With that said, for those who wish to purchase a diamond of this type, they should not shy away from doing so simply for that reason alone. Buying estate jewelry and estate diamonds in particular will often yield a wonderful heirloom for the buyer.

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Trend Watch: Waisted at the 2009 Golden Globes

While extraordinary necklaces, dazzling bracelets and the usual panoply of sparkling earrings of all shapes and sizes were in abundance at this year’s Golden Globes, another trend was worn in a most attractive and interesting way by the woman of the evening, the most winning Kate Winslet.

Winslet wore a spectacular bracelet of five rows containing 47 carats of diamonds as well as diamond earrings by Chopard, but it was the jewels at her waist of her black Yves St. Laurent gown that have quite captured my fancy. The waistline of her gown was accented with an exquisite diamond pendant brooch, reportedly also by Chopard. This detail at the waist presents an exciting, adaptable style.

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Valentine's day

Because I love you more and more each day,
today more than yesterday,
but less than tomorrow.

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This jewel became very popular and is still considered today as a token of love. The coded message in it is in French (the language d'amour par excellence!) and reads: '+ qu hier - que demain'. This is inspired by a beautiful and romantic French poem by Rosemonde Gérard called 'Les Vieux', which was intended for Edmond Rostand. It comes from the sentence 'Et, comme chaque jour je t'aime davantage, Aujourd'hui plus qu'hier et bien moins que demain' meaning:

'And because I love you more and more each day,
today more than yesterday
but less than tomorrow'

Valentine's day, where does it come from?

The most likely origin of the habits of Valentine's day is the old belief that birds starting to mate at February 14th. Specially in the Middle Ages this belief was widely spread. In the 14th Century Chaucer writes in Parliament of Foules: "For this was sent of Seynt Valentine's day, Whan every foul cometh ther to choose his mate."

The sending of love letters at Valentine's day we already see in English and French literature in the late Middle Ages. Not only the message that was send got the name "valentine" but also the involved individuals.

There are many different legends surrounding the origin of Valentines Day. This year, we've opted to tell you the story that originates from the times of the Roman Emperor Claudius II

The legend contends that Valentine was a priest who served during the third century in Rome. When Emperor Claudius II decided that single men made better soldiers than those with wives and families, he outlawed marriage for young men -- his crop of potential soldiers. Valentine, realizing the injustice of the decree, defied Claudius and continued to perform marriages for young lovers in secret. When Valentine's actions were discovered, Claudius ordered that he be put to death.

According to the legend, Valentine actually sent the first 'valentine' greeting himself. While in prison, it is believed that Valentine fell in love with a young girl -- possibly his jailor's daughter -- who visited him during his confinement. Before his death, it is alleged that he wrote her a letter, which he signed 'From your Valentine,' an expression that is still in use today. Although the truth behind the Valentine legends is murky, the stories certainly emphasize his appeal as a sympathetic, heroic, and, most importantly, romantic figure. It's no surprise that by the Middle-Ages, Valentine was one of the most popular saints in England and France.

Finally, unspoken love is like keeping Valentine in prison. Offering a Valentine gift to the one you love would be like releasing him/her by defying Claudius II. Should you be looking for a way of defying Claudius II, just browse our collection with love token jewelry.


Antiqualy yours,
The Adin team
www.adin.be

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explanation on Valentine
explanation on love token jewelry
extensive antique jewelry glossary
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Burglar fooled!

Instead of the usual background information on antique jewelry, we would like to draw your attention to a less pleasant but very important aspect of jewelry in general: security and theft prevention. At the end of the last year we received a mail from a customer that she allowed us to share with you.

Dear Tania and Elkan, I have enjoyed both of you this year. I wanted to let you know a triumphant story. My house was robbed on December 21st. You both know my love of jewelry and most of my pieces are one only and not replaceable. I have added the link to the jewelry box that saved my entire collection. The robber was not even aware that it was a jewelry box. You have many customers like myself that have large collections I would suspect. Maybe my story will help someone else. The police officers that responded said it was a very good decoy. Cordially, Robin

So this time the story had an happy ending but not everybody is as lucky as Robin. We therefore strongly suggest to have your jewelry insured and appraised and that you store those appraisals in another place then the jewelry itself.

In case you decide not to have your jewelry appraised then you can also make photocopies of your jewelry next to a ruler (in color is best but black/white is good too). It's easy, alway in focus and you don't have to describe as much. From all your jewelry you take a scan from both top and bottom.

In our next issue we will return to interesting subjects on antique jewelry and we will dive a bit in the history and symbolism of Valentine's day. Meanwhile feel free to browse our entire collection.


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Antiqualy yours and happy browsing!

The Adin team www.adin.be

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Giant Tanzanite to be Displayed in Tucson

-- JCK-Jewelers Circular Keystone, 1/13/2009 8:39:00 AM




The largest tanzanite ever discovered has been cut and polished and will be on display at AGTA GemFair Tucson.

The unusually large piece of rough was uncovered at the TanzaniteOne mining facility in Meralani, Tanzania, in early 2008. Rare Multicolor Gems, at its cutting facilities in Jaipur, India, shaped the 525.55-ct. stone “to reflect maximum brilliance, while keeping its incredible size and unique color,” the Tanzanite Foundation said in a statement.

Plans are being made to send the gem to the American Gem Trade Association for grading and certification according to the Tanzanite Foundation’s Tanzanite Quality Scale.

The gem will be on display at the Tucson Gemfair at GJX Booth #824-924, Feb. 4 – 9.


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Estate Jewelry is Ready For Teen Fashions

If you’ve ever gone shopping with a teenage girl you know that teenagers can be a very picky bunch! Their physical and mental growth has them experimenting with all kinds of fashion items to improve their image and their look. Teenage girls have a fashion statement to make too! And estate jewelry is ready for teen fashions!

A teen’s fashion statement which includes both clothing and jewelry plays a role in their identity, how they fit, how they feel, how they blend. It has a big role on their self esteem during those developmental years. And moms and dads they don’t want your input! This is a time of discovery and you can be guaranteed if you like it they’ll toss the idea out the door in ten seconds or less. But that doesn’t mean you can’t subtly steer them. Estate jewelry and fashion jewelry are affordable choices that can work well for teens. So just gently lead them in the right direction and let them make their own discoveries.

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Guide To Purchasing Antiques

Antiques can be any collectible item that has aesthetic value and is approximately 100 years old or even more. Grand clocks, pianos, jewelry items, vintage fashion, silverware, ivory or Faberge eggs are just some examples of desirable antiques. People have their own particular preference for different antique pieces, such as antique clock or antique Chinese porcelain etc.

The first thing to consider is the originality and history of the antique you intend to buy. As rare antiques come at higher prices, you would not want to be fooled by fake replicas. Many antique sellers often put up retouched items for sale. But antiques look best when they are not refurbished though you should not buy items with defects. It is the originality that makes an antique item precious.

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