Not All Diamonds Are Created Eco :)

        Diamonds are pure or nearly pure carbon, blessed with three extraordinary qualities.
First, a diamond owns unique powers of light reflection. When cut, it gathers light within itself, sending it back in a shower of fire and brilliance.  Second, it is the only gem mineral composed of a single, unadulterated element, making it the purest of earth’s gemstones. Third, it is the hardest transparent substance known to man. Steel cannot cut a diamond. The only material that can cust a diamond is another diamond.  It is fitting that the purest and most brilliant of all the world’s stones should be the most enduring.
        As a strong believer in the "green" or "eco" movement I'm intrigued by the recycled/upcycled diamond trend.  It's possible that someone prior to you already recycled the diamonds in your jewelry. All diamonds are very old. Some were formed 4 billion years ago. Unless you know your diamond's history, since it was initially found in its uncut form, there's no way of knowing its origin. One thing is clear, however. One can save money and the planet. 
     As a gold and diamond buyer, I have seen the trend first hand.  Rather than hanging on to memories of a failed relationship or departed relative, they are opting to "recycle" their diamonds.  I have read in articles that there is up to $1 trillion worth of "used diamonds" locked away in safe deposit boxes and jewelry cases, and many gems could find their way onto the market. The good thing is... Diamonds are forever, literally.

Even Kristen Stewart Likes Spoon Rings World!!!

                   Now, I'm not a twilight fan per say but one thing I do know is that Kristen Stewart broke fashion "rules" on more than one occasion. She can pull-off casual by donning her signature worn-in Vans and stunning dresses straight from the runway. She mixes and matches her tomboy and glam-inspired looks without hesitation because she’s never been afraid of showcasing her brand of style. This includes her unique accessory choices.

               Kristen and I do have one thing is common. WE LOVE SPOON RINGS!! One of Kristen’s favorite pieces are her different spoon rings. I first noticed her wearing it on Conan O'Brien. Then I began to look for it everytime I saw her on something :) She went from Twilight screenings, to all over her hometown of Los Angeles. The antique feel of this ring makes it her go-to piece for both casual and formal occasions. Check it out!

           This is so interesting, check it out guys!!!    http://news.sciencemag.org/sciencenow/2012/01/how-a-diamond-is-like-a-champagn.html.  

What the cut says about the diamond....

        To understand antique diamonds, it's helpful to examine the modern diamond. In the simplest version, a modern diamond has 3 main parts. The top of the diamond is called the crown and the bottom is called the pavilion. The part that separates the crown and pavilion is called the girdle. A modern brilliant cut diamond has 57-58 facets or polished surfaces. The flat part on top of the diamond is the table, which is the largest facet. The culet is a tiny facet at the very bottom of the pavilion. If the pavilion comes to a point at the bottom, the diamond does not have a culet. 

        Antique diamonds have a soft romantic glow that many people find very appealing. Antique diamonds typically have smaller tables, higher crowns, deeper pavilions and thicker girdles than their modern counterparts. Antique diamonds were cut to maximize carat weight, not "fire". That's why the proportions of old diamonds are quite different from their modern counterparts.
        Diamonds were cut by hand until the early 1900's. This was a laborious, time-consuming process. Unfortunately, many antique diamonds have been re-cut with modern cutting techniques. This has caused demand for these old cut diamonds to soar in recent years, along with the prices that people are willing to pay for them.
      Let's go over some of the older cuts, so we can get an idea of what I mean.

(1) Rose cut diamonds were introduced as early as the 1500's and were popular until the early 1900's. The shape of a rose cut diamond resembles the petals of a rose bud. The bottom is flat.

(2) The old mine cut diamond is the earliest form of the modern brilliant cut. Also called the "cushion cut", it has a cushioned shaped girdle.

                                                       

(3) The old European diamond has a very small table, a heavy crown, and great overall depth. This diamond cut was the fore-runner of the modern brillant cut. Like the modern round brilliant, the old European diamond has a circular girdle.

Nicole Scherzinger Sparkles in just about EVERYTHING!

                       Nicole Scherzinger Sparkles in just about EVERYTHING!         

        Sparkly dresses can be a little bit tricky to pull off - not only do you need to have confidence, the dress also requires the right kind of jewelry. Former Pussycat Dolls star Nicole Scherzinger has had both and is always so chic when seen out and about.

             What Nicole does best besides singing, is dressing & accesorizing. The "Buttons" singer opted for a sexy two-toned sequined number with loose sleeves. The bottom half had a gunmetal tone while the bodice had a light beige color. The short dress was complemented by a pair of beige pumps that definitely accented her gorgeous gams. She carried a clutch on her right hand that matched her shoes as well.  When it came to the accessories, Scherzinger understood the need to keep it simple as to not detract from the dress. On her left arm was a simple gold bangle that she paired with a ring on her middle finger. Occassionaly peeking through her wavy locks was a beautifulpair of hanging chandilier earrings to accent her glowing face.
           There are the majority of times where Scherzinger takes it to the top and rests  comfortably there.  With millions of women adoring her style, coupled with men adoring her beauty, Nicole loves all eyes on her.   Here are some examples of how she has made "oversized" jewelry somewhat of a trademark for her.

Here are some links you might enjoy to replicate her style, but not her pricetag.

http://www.stylebistro.com/Nicole+Scherzinger/Jewelry
http://www.yournextjewelry.com/2011/12/nicole-scherzinger-hoops-cocktail-rings-cuffs/

What Does the Price of Gold Tell Us Historically?

                                
      What Does the Price of Gold, Silver &           Platinum tell us Historically?

Was gold struck down by lightning? After hitting a new high of $1921 per troy oz. the price of gold retreated in the face of some heavy selling which very briefly brought it down below $1800. Spot gold is now trading $1,581 per troy ounce as you can see on http://www.kitco.com/ daily. Following that, the silver price hit a low at $26.3 – though both metals have staged a decent rally since then.

                      Although the gold price is still up by 10.22% this year, the silver price is currently down 8.21% for the year. Platinum have failed worse, goign down by 20.35%. Simply put: gold is a safe-haven metal in a way that the other precious metals are not. All are safe havens to the extent that they represent tangible assets with unique properties and industrial utility – in contrast to currency or bonds – but as economic fears have grown over the course of the second half of the year, industrial utility has been the last thing on investors’ minds. Below, I've included the closing gold prices as we approach this new year.
                   

                More importantly, anyone who understands that gold is money can see why demand for it, by definition, rises during deflations.Whether we see ‘70s style inflation, ‘30s style deflation or a more extreme cases in our future, gold is STILL the best insurance. The price of gold rose in all those scenarios. As long as real interest rates remain negative, the opportunity cost of saving in gold is zero. Sell your gold while you can, get the highest rates while they are still fluctuating. Holding on to your gold, silver, or platinum ensures nothing. It is a seller's market.

Antique, Estate & Vintage? What are the differences?

      In jewelry terms, estate, vintage and antique jewelry have similar meanings but the differences can greatly influence the value of the jewelry pieces. If you own something that was also previously owned, specifically pieces of jewelry, it’s important to know the differences.

             Although estate jewelry connotes a piece that has been passed down from generations passed, it refers to any piece of jewelry that was previously owned, regardless of its age. It can be broken down into two types, vintage jewelry (less than 100 years) and antique jewelry (more than 100 years old.)

            Vintage jewelry is jewelry that was created up to the point it is considered an antique. Today, vintage generally means a piece that was made after the 1920’s and includes the “Retro Era” the glamorous, Hollywood-inspired 1940’s jewelry, the Jacqueline Kennedy inspired 60’s jewelry, and even the dramatic and bold jewelry of the1980’s.

              According to government guidelines, antiques are items that are at least 100 years old. Popular jewelry created in historic eras that are still commonly found in the U.S. through estate sales generally being in the rare Georgian Era (1714-1837), in which every piece was hand-crafted and therefore very valuable. The Victorian years provided jewelry fashion with three distinct eras that include Early Romantic Victorian (1837-1850), Grand Mid-Victorian (1860-1880) and Late Aesthetic Victorian (1885-1990). The simplified jewelry of the Arts & Crafts Movement (1894-1923) was a hand-made jewelry artisan’s rebellion to the Industrial Revolution, while at the same time Art Nouveau Jewelry (1895-1915) was popularized by the famous French jeweler LaLique. Edwardian Era-jewelry, named after Queen Victoria’s son, Edward was popular during 1901-1910, followed by the visually forward Art Deco Style (1920-1935.)

Since the cost of buying estate jewelry often costs much less than its original price when it was new, it can be an excellent choice if you’re considering buying gold and diamonds as investments. Also a great way to make money as you want to see. The most valuable pieces will be those fine jewelry pieces that are considered antiques and are still in excellent condition.

          Contact us at 631-651-5100 or visit us online at http://www.goldbuyernewyork.com/, come see us at our beautiful boutique location in Northport, NY.  837A Ft. Salonga Rd. Northport, NY 11768. 

        We pay out the highest prices out as we are luxury buyers.

'Bright and yellow, hard and cold. Molten, graven, hammered and rolled. Heavy to get and light to hold. Hoarded, bartered, bought and sold. Stolen, borrowed, squandered, doled. Spurned by young, but hung by old. To the verge of a church yard mold; Price of many a crime untold. Gold! Gold! Gold! Gold!' Thomas Hood. 1799-1845

I am sure that lots of us have seen small kiosks at the mall to sell your gold quickly. Seller beware! They will not give you much for your gold because of the overhead they have to pay for their location and staff. Do you research but stay away from these small stands. However, I encourage you to take your stuff up there and get a quote. Then call Suffolk Gold Buyers (631) 651-5100 to look at your items, we'll give you ours. Don't tell us how much they offered you. We beat them every time!

The focus of my blog today is hosting a gold party. It is honestly a fun and easy way for you and your friends to sell your old, used, unwanted or broken gold jewelry for cash! Join thousands of people across the country who have hosted the one party that pays for itself, a gold party!!

We provide the equipment and professional staff for your engagement. We only use registered scales and precise testing methods. Food id served while we appraise and pay you and your guests immediately After the party has ended and everyone has had a great time, we pay you ten percent of the total payout for the party. You even gather commission on your OWN gold sale! :)

Suffolk Buyers in Northport, will buy your gold, silver & plantinum items in any conditition. We are not concerened about your materials condiditon or appearance, the value of your belongings are based on two determings factors : weight & purity. That’s it! We buy everything in any condition including unwanted, broken and even ugly gold jewelry! You may have some gold jewelry that is no longer fashionable, something that’s been sitting in your drawer. Or you may have some sterling silver serving pieces that were passed down you. We also buy diamonds, and watches! Either way, we will offer you and your guests the highest prices in the business. And there’s no obligation to sell! We have been featured on CNN, NBC, Newsday & The New York Post.

Being green; recycle your gold for ca$h.

I'm not a magician, but I can turn your gold into a pile of ca$h!!!

It's the right time to recycle your gold jewelry. The price of gold tends to rise when the economy is doing poorly. Over the last two years, gold prices have risen roughly an astounding 70 percent! Though the price has dipped since reaching record highs, gold still shines infinitely.
Gold and silver are markedly recyclable. By selling your gold and silver to be refined and “recycled” we continue to be globally and ethically conscious while making you money! Gold has been recycled since ancient times. Once gold comes out of the ground, it never goes back in. It's used over and over again. Unlike paper money, you can’t reprint gold.
The kind of gold you can sell ranges from inexpensive gold trinkets to dental gold to solid gold coins and fine jewelry. Simple or broken gold jewelry, as well as parts of a set, are best for selling as scrap. If your gold contains diamonds or is a designer piece, you will get a better price if you sell them as jewelry.

Selling Diamonds and Diamond Jewelry in Long Island

Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings

As one of the only reputable Diamond Buyer in Long Island, we offer certain tips and advice to our clients as you embark on a journey to sell your valuables for the highest price. Knowing what carat, cut, color, and clarity definitely boost the price of your diamonds. GIA Certificates, EGL Certificates, and Non-Certified diamonds can all have different price points due to the certification. The same exact diamond in size shape clarity and color can go for upto 10% more with a GIA certificate ! We have purchased many different color, size, shape, and clarity diamonds in our New York, Long Island, Queens, Nassau and Suffolk Locations. We have multiple GIA Graduate Diamonds graders on our staff who are constantly buying and selling diamond in the international marketplace. We are able to offer the highest price to our clients because of our immense web of contacts overseas. You should definitely know a few facts about your diamonds such as COLOR, CUT, CLARITY, and CARAT so you will not be our of the loop when your valuable rock is being appraised and valued. If you have ANY questions, please do not hesitate to call us - our GIA diamond graduates are waiting by to answer and questions you may have. We hope to see you in one of our NY locations soon!