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Coin Dealers: 4 Tips To Find the Best

Coin collecting is fun for every age. It’s interesting to learn about rare coins and read whimsical stories regarding their manufacturing (“coining” or “coinage”) and distribution or circulation. When buying and selling coins, the first thing to know is this: Things change. Values change. The rare coin your grandmother cherished may now be worth less […]

Why Lab-Grown Diamonds Are Surging in Popularity

Where do diamonds come from? If you said, “the Earth,” you’re right. And if you said, “a lab,” you are also right. So, what’s the difference? Earth-mined diamonds, also referred to as simply ‘mined diamonds,’ have long been the standard for engagement diamonds, diamond earrings, and other diamond-studded treasures. However, new technology has given these […]

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Featured Jewelers: Handmade Unique Jewelry at Doylestown Gold Exchange

Handmade jewelry carries its own uniqueness. The passion and heart that go into working on one piece are visibly highlighted in the magnificence of the completed piece. If you want to fall in love with jewelry, try our featured jeweler’s art pieces. You will find diverse yet classic pieces; edgy and comfortable, elegant and colorful. […]

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Jewelry Repair: 5 guidelines for choosing the right jeweler

Although they say a diamond is a girl’s best friend, a jeweler is your best companion if you own or want to purchase a valuable piece. Therefore, it is vital to find a suitable jeweler you can trust to help you select the perfect accessory for your needs. The right jeweler also ensures you can […]

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Sterling Silver Explained: Characteristics and Value

What is sterling silver? It is an alloy of silver that contains 92.5 percent by mass of silver and 7.5 percent by mass of other metals, usually copper (the minimum allowable fineness is 99.2). The sterling alloy has the advantage of containing fewer impurities than the higher grades of coin-grade metal alloys used for minted […]

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Fashion Jewelry vs. Fine Jewelry: Which is right for you

Sometimes, it is easy to get confused about fashion or luxury jewelry in the fashion world. To complete a look, consumers add many components to an outfit, especially in women’s fashion. It could be a scarf, shoes, handbag, bracelets, and more. But what makes these pieces “fashion” rather than fine jewelry?

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The Best Practices for Selling Your Silver Flatware

Silver is a popular investment metal, and while some people might prefer to hold onto their silverware, others may wish to sell some of it. However, how can you make sure you don’t get ripped off when selling silverware? Follow these simple steps to ensure that you get the best deal possible before handing over […]

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Purity of Gold: Difference between 24k, 22k and 18k gold

Gold has been considered a store of value by civilizations around the world for thousands of years. Whether its numismatic gold coins, gold bullion, or fashionable jewelry, today, gold’s spot price is once again close to $1900 an ounce. Understanding the quality and purity of the gold you are buying is the key to making an informed investment.

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Should I Get Jewelry Insurance?

If you’ve ever felt that heart-stopping moment when you reach for your wedding ring, earring, watch, or another precious piece only to find that it’s missing from its usual spot, you’ve likely considered getting a jewelry insurance policy. Jewelry insurance is available to anyone, and a good plan will cover the full value of your […]

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What are the 4 Types of Precious Stones?

In the field of Gemology, four gemstones in the world have earned the classification of precious stones. These “big four” are diamond, ruby, sapphire, and emerald. In this article, we’ll take a deep dive into each of these gems and highlight interesting facts along the way, courtesy of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA).