The economy stinks. Buy something that hasn't lost it's value.

I was going through the overwhelming amount of things that I've collected this year. After two moves, and a hectic year of running the business almost entirely by myself, needless to say there were lots of boxes and bags and bins that I was "going to get to".

Turns out, I found some nifty pieces that are left over from this roller-coaster-year 2008.

I've marked them all down by 53%...because they've had a dismal year living in dusty boxes and they deserve some love. Why 53%? Because it's lucky. Why is it lucky? Because I say it is..haha!

If you really love something and it's still a little pricey for your pocketbook, I may be willing to budge a little.

So, here they are, the ophans of 2008:

14kt White Gold 18 x 13mm Citrine Pendant
Now: $ 582.80

Was: $1240.00

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14kt White Gold Garnet (2cts) and Amethyst (4.75cts) Earrings

Now: $475.64

Was: $1012.00

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14kt White Gold 10 x 12mm Aquamarine Stud Earrings

Now: $1225.76

Was: $2608.00

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14kt White Gold 10 x 12mm Aquamarine Necklace

Now: $942.35

Was: $2005.00

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14kt White Gold Green Tourmaline and Citrine Earrings.

Now: $493.96

Was: $932.00

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14kt White Gold 12 x 14mm Blue Topaz Necklace
Now: $524.52

Was: $1116.00

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14kt White Gold 8 x 6mm Blue Topaz and 5 x 18mm Citrine Earrings

Now: $514.18

Was: $1094.00

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14kt White Gold 5mm Garnet and 8 x 10mm London Blue Topaz Earrings

Now: $668.34

Was: $1422.00

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14kt White Gold 4mm Green Tourmaline and 9 x 7mm Swiss Blue Topaz Earrings

Now: $473.76

Was: $1008.00

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14kt White Gold 9 x 7mm Swiss Blue Topaz and

10 x 14mm Citrine Earrings - My favorite!

Now: $853.52

Was: $1816.00

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Gold Buy!

Need some cash for the Holidays? Or any time of the year for that matter? I buy old gold to make new things, you get dollar dollar bills for stuff that you probably aren't wearing anyway.

Today (12/13/2008), we will be open from 10am til 4pm, other days by appointment.

Give us a ring.
646.957.2058
155 Water Street, 4th Floor
Bklyn NY 11201

Holiday Gifts!

We've got some awesome gifts for the Holidays. (Click the Picture to View Larger) The prices are listed below. It came to my attention the other day that our prices for the diamond studs beat Macy's advertised sale prices and their diamonds are treated...ours are the real thing. Call us for more info and to purchase. The prices are good through 1-1-09.

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Pearl Studs 7-7.5mm in 14kt white or yellow gold: $250

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Princess Cut Diamond Studs:

1/2ct total : $700

3/4ct total: $1050

1ct total: $2100

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Round Diamond Studs:

1/2ct total: $650

3/4ct total: $950

1ct total: $1900

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Round Diamond Solitaire Pendant:

1/2 ct: $950

3/4 ct: $1900

1 ct: $3000

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Princess Diamond Pendant:

1/2ct: $1000

3/4ct: $2000

1ct: $3200

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Peridot and Diamond Collection:

Ring: $350

Pendant: $325

Earrings: $350

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www.richer-or-poorer.com

Thanks!

Getting Engaged with a New Old Ring.

A customer came in with a ring that belonged to his girlfriend's grandmother. It was a fashion ring, but it held a lot of sentimental value, so he wanted to make it into her engagement ring.

The original ring had a much larger stone in it, and would have required about a 5ct diamond. The domed lattice top was bent inward and the band of the ring was very thin. So, it was a daunting task - especially because there is no room for mistakes when restoring and adapting a vintage piece.

We chose a 1.75ct oval diamond and you can see how beautifully it turned out above.

We recreated the lattice work to fill in the gap that was left by the original stone - and were able to make it look seamless. We also reshaped the top and added a completely new band with two diamond accents.

In the end it turned out to be one of the most stunning pieces I've ever worked on, and it was such a nice mix of the old - a ring that belonged to her grandmother, and the new - that ring updated with a diamond and her fiance's vision.

Congratulations Jerry and Stephanie!

Jerry and Stephanie got married on Saturday at the Chapel at Forham University.  Above is the first picture from their photographer Ryan Brenizer who was great!  The picture is stunning! Check out the website:  www.ryanbrenizer.com

Stephanie also wore a pair of diamond and pearl earrings that we custom made for her, which you can see below.

I love November.

Tuesday, my new assistant Lorraine starts working with me - which I'm endlessly excited about.

I think Chris (my fiance) is relieved that I will have an extra set of hands.  It feels good to see all of our nights of brainstorming, and our running around this city like crazy people trying to finish a custom engagement ring just hours before the proposal is to take place, have paid off.  

Also very excited that Chris's brother Jerry and his fiance Stephanie are getting married next weekend - can't wait!  I recently did a makeover on her ring which you can see above.  I'll be sure to put some pictures up after the wedding.

New Bangles!

Aren't they pretty?

It isn't politically savvy to be too flashy!

With the election less than a week away and all of the controversy over Sarah Palin’s wardrobe, I began wondering what type of jewelry our country’s leading political women wear.

The most prominent jewelry styles seen at recent political events have been yellow gold designs, pins, broaches, colored stone bead necklaces, and pearls.

Women in politics must walk a fine line. It isn't politically savvy to wear flashy or extremely expensive jewelry as an elected official or the wife of an elected official. Many women involved in politics turn to pearls, especially faux pearls. This is probably because the public can identify with these pieces of jewelry, and may own something similar themselves.

So, what exactly did they wear? Michelle Obama was wearing a large faux strand of pearls on the night her husband claimed the Democratic nomination. Cindy McCain was wearing four strands of pearls on the opening night of the Republican National Convention. VP Candidate Sarah Palin keeps her jewelry simple, often wearing yellow gold earrings. Hillary Clinton on the other hand has a love of designer pieces and color (which has aroused some controversy in the past, namely Bill buying her a 3ct uncut canary diamond ring which many people found offensive). Hilary was wearing a Marco Bicego "paradise" gemstone necklace for her speech at the Democratic Convention.

I vote for Hillary’s taste in jewelry. When it comes to the presidential race, on November 4th I will be voting. That’s all I will say.

Happy Voting!

(I got some of my info from National Jeweler October 2008)

Welcome

I worked in the jewelry industry in New York City for years before starting my own business. It's filled with designers trying to sell cheap raw materials as something new, unusual, and rare. They mark it up two to four times, then sell it to the department stores who at least double that price. Consumers think they're getting something rare and valuable when all they are getting is a bunch of white lies, and something that will be worth practically nothing in a matter of a few years.

When it comes to buying diamonds from these stores, it's even worse. The same outrageous mark-ups apply. They give you a song and a dance so you think it's worth spending twice as much, but in the end you're just another person that fell for their pitch, and paid WAY TOO MUCH. I couldn't live with this style of business.

I grew up in the jewelry industry, under my father. He always took his time with customers, gave them honest and sincere answers to their questions, and at the end of the day it was about making people happy, and creating lasting relationships with entire families.

It doesn't matter whether you're spending $500 or $50,000, everyone should receive the same level of attention and personalized service.

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