Category Archives: Gold

Star Sapphires: How to Determine a Natural Star from a Synthetic

Posted on October 20, 2014 by nationalestatejewelers

Ah, the exotic and elusive star sapphire. If you’ve been fortunate enough to look upon a natural one in the flesh, your first thought- after, “Wow, that’s beautiful!” –might’ve been, how is this created? At least, that’s how some of … Continue reading →

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October Birthstone: Opulent Opal

Posted on October 2, 2014 by nationalestatejewelers

The leaves are changing, it’s getting a bit colder outside, apples are back in season along with pumpkin-flavored everything… It is officially fall. October has always been a particularly festive month with the seasonal harvest and Halloween fun. This is … Continue reading →

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We Proudly Announce Barry’s Jewelry Loans!

Posted on August 8, 2014 by nationalestatejewelers

Need cash fast? Have  something you can part with for a few days or months? Let Barry’s Jewelry Loans help you out! Because we’ve added a new item to our list of services: pawn. Having already established a reputation for being … Continue reading →

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July Birthstone: The Ravishing Ruby

Posted on July 9, 2014 by nationalestatejewelers

Red…it’s the color for passion, romance, wealth, and prosperity. It’s bold and it’s beautiful…and it’s the color of July’s coveted birthstone, the ravishing ruby. Rubies have long signified power, wealth, and, of course, love. Here’s what this sweet little poem … Continue reading →

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Item of the Week: Gold and Lapis Cocktail Ring

Posted on April 2, 2014 by nationalestatejewelers

This ring is not for the faint of heart, that’s for sure. In fact, this is a ring for the bold, for the risk-takers, for those who do not tread lightly. It’s having a (not so) miniature work of art … Continue reading →

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