Category Archives: Jewelry

Who doesn’t love nice and fancy jewels? From simple but elegant worn items such as bracelets, rings, and watches made of precious metals to well-crafted chokers, tiaras, and belts that are fully patted and mounted with exquisite stones. Wearing jewelry doesn’t display wealth and opulence but it signifies status, power, and success in life. However, how can you tell if your jewelry is real or fake? Why not get a jewelry appraisal?

A Jewelry Appraisal is a Must

Jewelry is can be worth so much more to you than its true value, however, determining its true value is a different story. Indeed, jewelry is not like goods such as food items or even industrial goods like wood and oil that have a favorable value. The value of jewelry, mostly those that are made from precious and rare stones like diamonds, are quite tricky and they vary from place to place. Because of their rarity, many still try to recreate fakes. A jewelry appraisal is an official record that disintegrates any doubt of the true value of the item versus what you feel its worth.

It’s a Legal Thing

It is of greater importance to know the value of jewelry, insurance being one of the most common reason. For example, diamond engagement rings, bridal setting or family heirlooms are irreplaceable pieces due to their value at heart, but you to know the value to replace or submit your claim to the insurance company.  Losing it while playing or frolicking with your children or worse some invading your space to rob you are all things you should be prepared for. However, the reaction can be pacified when you had insured.

Another reason for a jewelry appraisal is when you are a frequent traveler moving from one place to another. Jewelry like silver, diamond, gold, platinum and many other jewels, their values vary depending on what pace to which country. However, one thing is most like to standardize the variations in value is the jewelry appraisal.

A Jeweler You Can Trust

When you decide to get a jewelry appraisal, check the credential of the appraiser. While some appraiser relies mostly on the experience but some rely on their credential and they have them at hand, for example, a certain jewel belongs to the professional appraisal group. And during jewelry appraisal attempt to have all the necessary documents like jewelry’s original receipt.

When getting jewelry appraisal, ensure you have the essential information like a detail description of the jewel, its value, the disclosure statement and finally the qualification of the appraiser. Master Jewelers is a proud jeweler with certified appraiser expertise. If you are looking for a jeweler, you can trust contact us today.

With the Holiday season coming fast, we’re all gearing up for the sales and shopping. Along with the festivities and shopping, comes a list of safety precautions you must take or be aware of when purchasing jewelry gifts. Unfortunately, not everyone is as trustworthy as we expect, and you could wind up overpaying for something that isn’t even real.

Most jewelers are trustworthy and would never cheat their clients. However, do your research too many people fall victim to scams like diamond switching because they choose the wrong jeweler.  Diamond switching can happen any time an untrustworthy jeweler has possession of your jewelry.  For example, when you bring in for a regular cleaning or other maintenance services like repair or mounting. The jeweler has the opportunity to switch your diamond to a lower-graded diamond or cubic zirconium. You want to feel comfortable trusting the jeweler as an expert. Check out these few tips of advice from Master Jewelers Indiana before trusting anyone with your jewelry.

Know Your Jewelry

You need to know your jewelry before leaving it alone with any jeweler. When you purchase fine jewelry, note the diamond id numbers and visually inspect the piece of jewelry. Make sure you have the jeweler note any unique qualities that you or they can see under the scope, especially the diamond or gemstone. This is a step that should be done with your jeweler before and after any service. Take your time and don’t feel embarrassed inspecting your piece of jewelry. ANY quality jeweler will want to ensure you feel comfortable leaving their showroom.

 Research Your New Jeweler

Before taking the plunge to work with a new jeweler, do your research. This means read their reviews and ask for their certifications. Their certifications should be visible upon walking into their showroom. And make sure you visit the showroom just to get the feel of the store and jeweler. Your jewelry is a scared as it represents memories, traditions, and family culture, you don’t want to sacrifice that in the wrong hands. 

Master Jewelers is a great example of a jeweler you can trust. We have an expert artisan team with over 20 years within the jewelry industry.  From appraisals to conflict-free diamonds, are reputation says it all. Visit us today.

Jewelry making goes beyond your typical craft stores. Custom design jewelry is a unique and creative way to create jewelry to reflect your personal style. Bring your vision to life through your jewelry doesn’t have to be expensive. In fact, customizing a piece for yourself allows you to be in control of exactly how much your new piece will cost.

Control Your Cost

Figuring out your creative custom jewelry offers an opportunity to choose what kind of jewelry pieces you want depending on the shape, size, color and your best theme. Buying jewelry seems restricted as compared to making your jewelry which gives greater freedom to choose the pieces that are more affordable and fashionable. Custom made jewelry will enable you to make jewelry with the right pieces that match that favorable dress or outfit you loved and gives you ample room for creativity.

Use your money wisely

Gemstones, pearls, diamonds, and other accents might seem expensive but you can use them to make classy jewelry. For example, you spend your money and on the items you want to stand out. Maybe you choose white gold instead of platinum for your metal and add the savings into the stone. Or you can even make a matching set of earrings to offset a ring or necklace. You are sure to create an entire set of jewelry that reflects that is can be a perfect match for any outfit.

Remember This is for you

This is a piece that best represents you. Don’t stick within the fashion boundaries unless it is what suits you. If you need help learning what metals clash with the certain color of gems, our expert artisans at Master Jewelers can help. We have an easy but thorough four-step custom design process to help bring your creation to life.

Creating a design for you is a precious experience. At Master Jewelers we understand that custom designing your jewelry is a big step. It is also something that should be celebrated. With over 20-plus years of designing jewelry, you won’t be disappointed come visit us today

We are almost at the end of the year and it is the perfect time to maintain your fine jewelry. Professional clean or repair any broken piece of jewelry to get ready for the holiday parties are near. Get your favored pieces ready and to look their best.

Fine Jewelry is known for its durability.  Many jewelry repairs occur from a lack of or incorrectly maintaining your jewelry. This can be from wear jewelry during inappropriate activities to not getting regularly scheduled professional cleanings. Even though fine jewelry is cast together or mounted durable, wear and tear will still take a toll on these precious metals and gemstones.

Is it an emergency repair?

Some jewelry items call for a sense of urgency to repair. For example, one’s wedding or engagement ring might need a bit more urgent care than a daily worn bracelet. Nightmare enough some gemstones fall out of rings settings because of ill mounting or the wearer being too hard on the style of ring chosen. This would call for an emergency repair.  Taking to wear you purchased it is best if it is under warranty and you don’t have to take the steps to authenticate the ring with appraisal paperwork. They are most likely to warrant their work and any mishaps that occurred upon crafting the masterpiece.

Broken Chains

Don’t know what to do with your broken chains? Many of us have broken chains taking space up and collecting dust in our jewelry box. Bring them in and we can help restore them back to what they once were. Another option is to sell your gold broken chains for cash.

At Master Jewelers we are a one-stop-shop, and we are more than just a jewelry store. Our team of expert artisans can help with any jewelry repair and help you solve any continuous breakage problems. Jewelry Repair is one of the many services we offer our clients. Contact us or visit us today.

Fall fashion week sets the tone for the rest of 2019. Clothing, jewelry, and makeup are a few styles and trends that the experts tend to influence with Fashion Week. Jewelry is considered a pillar to fashion as it accentuates the statement you are trying to make.

Jewelry took front and center stage with designers like Pyer Moss, Brandon Maxwell exhibiting jewelry in its true art form. Here is a list of our 6 favorite Fall Jewelry fashion trends you will commonly see this season off the runs and in stores.

Statement Earnings 

Saying something with your earring is back better and BIGgER!! Elaborately jeweled earrings will blow your mind with the level of creative style and eloquent taste. Chandelier earrings aren’t so basic anymore. Parade around with more than just your typical studded earring, or basic earrings that shape your face perfectly. This is the best time to step outside of your comfort zone and try something different. While chandelier earring has made their way back to the runway, we consider them the babies this season, as other pieces are that much bolder.

Pearls are Back

Actually, Pearls never go out of style. Classic pearls can be worn in any season, they define classic, chic like no other piece of jewelry can. This fall, designers are using Pearls in a baroque-inspired design, meaning they are polished and arranged ornamentally. The bigger the better and if it is connected to a Cameo piece, well then you have nailed it. 

Crystal Chandeliers

Like I said Chandeliers are back but this time there’s more color, shine, and drama. Chandeliers earrings are so broad but you will see the difference in this season leaving you to think they are new not improved.

You will notice some chandeliers resemble the ones on our ceilings with the encrusted crystals brightly shining and hanging down. They resemble a product of the 90s with a modern twist. 

Anklets 

Anklets are not leaving with summer this season. They are here for Fall folks! The more the merrier. Layered anklets are better especially for the match in color and mixed with design. Wear them over your socks leggings or nylons to ensure they are shown. (Save room for your hosiery when measuring for the anklet.

Bib necklaces

Bib necklaces may look new but they aren’t. We have seen to love them before but they have glammed up with bright jewels and crystals. Raising the bar to all other decolletages. You will transform a simple t-shirt into a fashion statement.

Oversized Cocktail Rings

Oversized cocktail rings are in. The more dramatic, the better. Glass, Crystals etc, are not just one small stone this season, instead, they encompass the whole ring. Matching bracelets are just at gotti and clunky but refined with grace. 

The trend of the season is definitely over the top and all about the bold drama. The bigger and bold statement is better. Everything this season is thick and can’t be ignored. Come check out Master Jewelers Indiana Online or in-store to find your pieces for fall. 

Father’s Day is almost here and you may be wondering what to get for your favorite Dad. You want a gift that’s not too generic or too risque; you know, the perfect gift. Well, think jewelry! 

Jewelry has a way of making people look and feel special, so what better way to make a dad feel special this Father’s Day. Yes, dads like jewelry too. All you need to do is pick up something that blends well with their personality and you are spot on.

So here are few gift ideas that are perfect to celebrate your dad, partner or husband.

Cufflinks. 

Men live for their shirts, and a wonderful pair of cufflinks just gives the get up an extra ‘something’. If you can’t resist getting Dad a shirt, consider getting one with French cuffs and add a pair of stylish cufflinks to complete the set. Cufflinks vary in styles and colors. There’s the square-shaped ones, the classic rounds, the ovals, silver, stainless steel, titanium, and gold. Many more come with intricate filigree designs, or elaborate designs studded with various gemstones like a diamond or rubies.

Watches.

This classic jewelry is so basic that every Dad has one(at least every Dad should). Even though technology has made it easy to tell the time from any gadget around him, a watch is still very much a part of his dressing. Good thing watches come in various styles to fit anyone’s personality, so take note before shopping for a watch. If he is a sporty, preppy, classy, modern or trendy dresser, there’s a watch for him. Also, consider your budget when shopping for a watch for the Dad in your life. The functionality (luminous hands, solar-powered,  water resistant., calendar, etc), ease of use (numeral size, band clasp, battery, self-winding), and materials (weight, comfort, color, durability), are all important things to consider too.

Necklaces, bracelets, and rings. 

Pieces of jewelry like necklaces, rings, and bracelets are so in vogue and they never go out of style. So yes, dads deserve such cool jewelry that adds finishing touches to their looks. Men’s jewelry is usually made from non-conventional materials like tungsten, carbon fiber, stainless steel and titanium, these materials are very durable and style well too.

Unlike female jewelry that is usually intricate and feminine, men’s bracelets are wider and more substantial. They usually feature leather cording, chains or links to add to the masculine style.  You could get a ring that features his birthstone or gets one with ‘DAD’ engraved in the band.

To make your gift extra special, you could get it personalized by having his name, date of birth, initials or any special message designed in the jewelry.