Trend to Watch: Pinky Ring Till I Get a Wedding Ring
Pinky rings have been around for centuries, but it wasn’t until uber-popular Canadian rapper Drake mentioned them in his 2018 song Nonstop that they became a fresh-again, jewelry trend. “Pinky ring till I get a wedding ring (woah, yeah)” is the one-little line that rejuvenated these small – but meaningful – rings worn on the […]
Silicone Wedding Rings for Men: A Closer Look
Just a decade ago, when a couple chose wedding rings, virtually the only option for men was metal rings. Things have changed. In the past few years, silicone wedding rings for men have become a trendy new, niche choice (while they are also an option for women, this article will only address them for men). […]
Give Your Gemstones New Life!
While we may say that diamonds are forever, there are a number of reasons why you may consider having a gemstone reset or a mount redesigned. Any time you’re considering having work done on your valuable gemstones, there are a number of factors you’ll want to consider as you choose the company you’ll trust to […]
Reasons Why You Should Sell Your Jewelry After a Break-Up or Divorce
MJ Gabel is pleased to share the following article from Alexandra Eva-May, the founder of The Splendid Path and highly a highly respected writer, teacher, motivator and more. After a break-up or divorce, deciding what to keep and what to sell or give away can be a very daunting task. We develop strong emotional attachments […]
Stories from The Heart – Who Has Your Back?
When working with clients who are looking to part with unwanted diamond pieces, it is not uncommon for us to work with many who have tried other companies prior to finding us. Because of this occurrence, it gives us an insight into the ways in which other companies may try and take advantage of a […]
Selling Your Engagement Ring – Considering The Options
When individuals begin the process of selling an unwanted diamond engagement ring, many are unsure where to turn. A few options typically come to mind, however: a jeweler, pawn shop or gold exchange, Craigslist or eBay, or an online diamond buying company. As with everything, there are advantages and disadvantages of each choice. Many people […]
A New Year: Both Inviting and Intimidating
A New Year – There is something so inviting and intimidating about the New Year. There is the incredible opportunity for new beginnings, changes, resolutions, and yet sometimes we feel the anxiety of taking the first steps and doing it all. Last year at this time, I was anxiously awaiting my first child. Born at […]
How Do You Know Whom To Trust When Selling Your Jewelry?
Making the decision to sell your fine jewelry, or sell your diamond engagement ring can be difficult. Finding a company you can trust to work with can sometimes make that difficult choice even harder. How do you know whom you can trust, and what the process should look like? I decided to write this entry […]