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7 Tips to Take Care of Your Fine Jewelry from Jackson Square Jewelers
To make sure your jewelry is always ready to sparkle, these tips can help you to restrict your jewelry from tarnishing and becoming dull. What is tarnish? Why does it happen? Tarnish is a thin layer of corrosion that occurs on metals like (sterling)...
The Top 5 Jewelry Trends for 2020
Trend 1: Layering Layering bracelets and necklaces, and stacking rings, is red-hot for 2020. With necklaces, you can go bold or delicate. The difference in lengths can be dramatic or subtle. The goal is to be unique. The combinations are endless. When you layer...
How to Polish Gold Jewelry The Right Way
Simply put, if you’re jewelry has anything more than very light scratches (and by very light we mean extremely light) or has lots of scratches, it’s better to get it polished by a professional. If the scratches are indeed very light, you can buff them with a polishing...
Why Jewelry is a Good Investment
Jewelry is packed with an emotional connection that makes it priceless to its wearer. However, when you purchase a piece of jewelry, you'll want to be sure that the jewelry will be able to retain its monetary value. Whether it's a beautiful heirloom necklace or a...
Buying & Selling Gold and Silver in Redwood City
Not long ago, millions of people came together to celebrate the dawning of another year and while also celebrating the memories of a year gone by. We’re happy to have been a part of so many memories this past year having sold a lot of the jewelry that made the moments...
What Do Karats Mean in Reference to Gold?
As on one of the premier gold buyers and sellers in the state, we’re often asked about the how we discern the quality of the gold being sold and purchased. People are used to hearing terms like 24 karat, 22 karat or 18 karat, but few people truly understand the...
Custom Jewelry Design: 7 Ideas to Keep Cost Down
Looking to design a custom piece of jewelry while keeping the price right? Here are some tips from Dan Warren, the owner of Jackson Square Fine Jewelers. Keep ideas simple Have designs that are user friendly Use similar gem stone shapes Don’t go crazy with...
Valentine’s Day Fine Jewelry Gift Guide in Redwood City
The clock is ticking to surprise the one you love this Valentine’s Day! Jewelry gifts are a timeless and traditional choice for many on this holiday celebrating all things romantic. There are many options for Valentine’s Day jewelry gifts from trendy to traditional...
Valentine’s Day Jewelry-Buying Tips
With Valentine’s Day getting closer and closer, thousands of people will begin scouring the marketplace in order to find the perfect gift for their loved one. Chocolates will be bought, flowers will be given and cards will be exchanged by those eager to give some...