Even before these magnificent creations of nature were mined in profusion toward the end of the 19th century, they were a source of fascination and value to early man. The Romans thought diamonds were splinters from falling stars, while the Greeks regarded the sparkling gems as tears of the gods. It is a derivation of[…]
Oh blushing bride, or nervous groom, just relax…. We’ve got you covered. From bridesmaid and groomsman gifts to something memorable and lasting for your new wife or husband, or even a token of love for the Mother of the bride. Please stop in to our lovely store and let us take the stress out of[…]
You have probably realized I have a nostalgic soft spot for all things gold, and gem encrusted. That being said please accept my apologies for my obvious bias. It recently occurred to, is fine jewelry still a desirable item? Is it relevant in a world of home shopping networks, bead bracelets, home jewelry parties and[…]
Ahhh, Father’s Day. What a wonderful time to celebrate the most special men in your life. Aside from a day filled with cookouts, possibly a round of golf, napping in a hammock, or fishing, what can you possibly do for Dad to show him how much you love him? A gift of fine jewelry of[…]
In recent Ask The Professionals we covered diamond selection, the importance of a competent bench jeweler, and cost, we’re going to finish out this series with a little talk about your wedding bands and your life together. After months or even years of waiting, the big day has arrived. And to signify the union of[…]
Everyone wants to be a smart shopper, and in the short term in seems like buying a diamond online is less expensive, but is it really? Let’s figure that out… If you’ve had a chance to read my recent Ask The Professionals you would have seen why buying from an experienced jewelry professional is far[…]
After years of diligence and hour upon hours of intense studying, the big day has finally arrived. Your beloved child is graduating. Whether it be from high school or college, graduation day marks not only the end of journey, but the beginning of an even more amazing one. You couldn’t be prouder, so why don’t[…]
Finally! Hot, warm, breezy weather replaces the frigid temperatures of winter. Gone are the days of heavy sweaters, turtlenecks, coats and boots. We’ve made it, yet again, through another long Ohio winter. Let’s celebrate by bringing out our sundresses, swimsuits, shorts and sunglasses. Additionally, summer jewelry is a fun and fabulous accessory. Sparkly silver earrings,[…]
As if colorless diamonds were not beautiful enough, another gift of nature is the natural colored diamond, much, much rarer than it’s colorless counterparts. Occurring in almost all colors of the rainbow, from lovely soft yellow to bright vivid purple, and everything in between. Imagine a gemstone as lovely as a sapphire or ruby, but[…]
In business, a few bad apples really do spoil it for all of us. Lost or damaged jewelry is the extreme exception, but certainly not the rule. Speaking as a professional goldsmith, I take it as a personal compliment when a customer has enough confidence in me to leave their precious gems with me. I[…]
As your life changes, so can your jewelry. As the goldsmith and jewelry designer at Abshire & Haylan Jewelers, I can give you the opportunity to do just that. Whether it is a simple ring sizing or a more complicated project of refurbishing an heirloom, I always strive for excellence and look at each custom-design[…]
White gold jewelry is extremely popular, but what people do not realize is that there is no such thing as “white gold.” All metals exist in nature as various shades of gray with the exception of gold and copper. White gold is an alloy containing gold along with other white metals. Since gold is the[…]
An appraisal is a document that describes an item, assesses its relative quality, and assigns a value to it. Descriptions usually cover the visible, measurable, and analyzable facts (weight, materials, markings) of the item. Most appraisals also describe subjective features such as gemstone quality, relative rarity, and overall quality of manufacture. The majority of jewelry[…]
Trust your jeweler.. To help you make the decision and give you the information you need, Abshire & Haylan Jewelers creates a stress-free repair process. Estimates are free of charge and can generally be provided while you wait. After the estimate is approved the repair will be completed in a timely and professional manner. Your[…]
As often as needed, which could be once a week or once a month. Each person’s lifestyle certainly varies, but what holds true for each of us is that our jewelry we enjoy wearing on a daily basis is a natural magnet for soap, lotion, perfume/cologne and body oils (not to mention paint and cookie[…]