Educational
How to sell gold or unwanted jewelry
Buying gold and used or unwanted jewelry has been a service provided by jewelers since the beginning of time. Whether people are looking to make a few dollars selling old jewelry or just want to clean out their old jewelry box, selling gold and unwanted jewelry is a very common part of the jewelry industry.
What Do Those Markings On My Jewelry Mean?
WHAT DO THOSE MARKINGS ON MY JEWELRY MEAN?
Customers often ask us: “How pure is the gold, silver or platinum in my precious piece? How can I find out how pure my piece is?”
The most important thing is to understand that gold purity is marked in two ways.
What are the different types of jewelry chains?
There are many options when it comes to jewelry chains. With the many different
lengths, metals, construction, and thicknesses, there’s much to consider when
it comes to picking out the right chain. In fact, many of our customers have told
us that the sheer amount of options can become overwhelming at first glance.
Can I damage my diamond ring?
Everyone knows the phrase “a diamond is forever” in part because there is no harder material on earth than a shiny, beautiful diamond. But despite the fact it’s harder than nails, many of our customers want to know if it’s possible to damage a diamond ring.
Pearl Buying Guide
.Pearls are one type of jewelry that can be considered both classic and contemporary. They can be worn many different ways, and are offered at a broad range of prices. When it comes to buying pearls, there are many options. From the size, to the color, to the location of origin, there are countless types of pearls to choose from.
Can my ring be stretched or resized?
Ever find the ring that you have been wearing for 10 years has “shrunk?” Or you were given a ring as a gift and it is too big or too small? This is something we see all the time. Customers want to know their options: Can a ring be stretched or resized to fit their hand?
Jewelry & Metal Allergies
Have
you ever had an allergic reaction with a piece of jewelry you are wearing? Has something
you had on caused a rash or made your skin itch? If you answered “Yes,” you are
not alone.
The Anatomy of a Ring
Rings come in different shapes and sizes. From casual to formal, we’ve seen them all here at Braunschweiger Jewelers. In fact, rings are some of the most common pieces we see for repair in the service department at our jewelry stores.
How to Choose a Jeweler
With so many people turning to the internet to buy goods and seek advice, brick and mortar stores have become a bit “old fashioned.” When it comes to jewelry, people do not start their research by walking into a store like they did 10 or more years ago. Instead, like looking up reviews for a restaurant, they start by sitting on their couch at home or at their desk at work, and educate themselves on every aspect of the purchase, especially when it comes to high-end merchandise.
How much do watch batteries cost?
So you have spent time shopping for a watch, you wear it every-day, or almost every day, but now the battery is dead. How much time will it take to replace the battery and how much will it cost?