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Shopping Advice for Loose Diamonds and Diamond Rings

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Shopping Advice for Loose Diamonds and Diamond Rings  

Diamond Source of Virginia, Inc., a premier online diamond retailer, launches new web site to assist diamond shoppers nationwide who are searching for the best values in loose diamonds and diamond rings.

(PRWEB) February 17, 2005 -- Diamond Source of Virginia, established in 1989 and a nationwide leader in online discounted loose diamond sales, has launched a new web site with extensive shopping advice and diamond education for diamond shoppers nationwide. Discover the secrets for a safe, easy way to purchase diamonds at www.DiamondSourceVA.com

Knowledgeable diamond shoppers, who are educated about diamonds and how to best shop for diamonds, make better decisions and are happier with their diamonds for years to come. Explore a wide variety of diamond shapes. Gather valuable information on color, clarity, cut, carat weight, certifications, fluorescence and taking care of your diamond. Learn about the diamond industry, artificial diamonds and how diamonds are formed. Enjoy stories and pictures of famous diamonds in history and contemporary celebrity diamonds.

“Most online diamond retailers simply put a list of diamonds on their website and expect the shopper to do all the work of picking the best diamond based on the few specifications listed,” said Anne Reinke, President of Diamond Source of Virginia. “We take a very different approach by doing a personalized search for every client who contacts us.”

Diamond Source of Virginia has access to the inventories of hundreds of diamond cutters and wholesalers nationwide and searches for the best diamonds in the country based on their client’s shopping requirements. After reviewing a list of recommended diamonds with the client, diamond consultants assist the client in determining which diamond is going to be the best choice to bring in for inspection.

Every diamond is carefully inspected, re-graded and evaluated to ensure it not only matches the specifications in the GIA or AGS certification, but also that it is the quality and beauty the client is expecting. Most online diamond retailers never even see the diamonds they sell. They simply list someone else’s inventory and have the diamond shipped to their customer without seeing it, let alone inspecting it. Diamond Source of Virginia believes diamond shoppers deserve better and works hard to ensure the diamond ordered is the best value for the client.

Unlike many online companies who do not allow customers to come to their office, Diamond Source of Virginia encourages clients to come to their office in Richmond, Virginia. Clients are able to examine the diamond in one of the private diamond viewing rooms where a diamond consultant explains the details of the diamond and answers any questions.

Whether you are just buying a loose diamond or shopping for a world class designer ring, the company’s diamond consultants will help you find the best options available on the wholesale market. Diamond Source of Virginia specializes in hard-to-find diamonds including large carat weights seldom found in stores, ideal cuts like Hearts & Arrows, and fancy shapes like Cushions, Radiants, and Asschers. Shoppers online or in person get the benefits of expert customer service, the largest selection of diamonds, and prices that are among the lowest in the country.

Diamond Source of Virginia is a family owned business that believes in honest, personalized and responsive service. They do not own inventory so they can provide low prices and unbiased advice. When you call or email, chances are you are in touch with one of the owners. This personal attention to clients has resulted in a large percentage of business generated from referrals and repeat clients. Diamond Source of Virginia is a member of the Better Business Bureau, Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce, Jewelers Vigilance Committee and TRUST-e Privacy Seal Program.

For more information, visit http://www.DiamondSourceVA.com or call toll free 888-477-8385.

Prince Charles pops question with royal ring

FEBRUARY 11, 2005 - London --

For his first marriage, Prince Charles presented Princess Diana with a blue sapphire engagement ring, but for his second trip down the aisle, he is going with diamonds.

The prince, who announced Thursday that he will wed longtime companion Camilla Parker Bowles on April 8 at Windsor Castle, presented his bride-to-be with a diamond engagement ring that is a royal family heirloom.

The ring features a square-cut diamond with three diamond baguettes on either side, and is mounted within a platinum band, reports the Associated Press (AP). Bowles wore the ring on Thursday evening in the couple's first public appearance together following the prince's announcement.

The engagement ring Prince Charles gave his first wife, the late Princess Diana, who died in 1997 car crash, was an 18-carat, oval blue sapphire surrounded by diamonds.

A poll published in the Friday edition of London's Daily Telegraph reports that 65 percent of Britons are in favor of the prince's marriage to Bowles. Yet 41 percent of those polled would prefer that Prince Charles' son William be England's next king, over the 37 percent who would like to see Prince Charles succeed Queen Elizabeth II when she steps down or dies, reports the AP.

Friedman's to close 165 outlets

- Friedman's Inc. will close up to 165 jewelry stores in 17 states and sell more than $25 million in stock as part of its Chapter 11 reorganization.

The closings would leave Friedman's with 481 stores in 20 states.

Friedman's filed for Chapter 11 protection on Jan. 15 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Savannah.

Friedman's, which trails only industry leaders Zale Corp. and Signet Group in size, was started in 1920 and was family owned until 1990, when it was bought by Morgan Schiff, which also owns Crescent Jewelers of Oakland, Calif.

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Friedman's Inc.: http://www.friedmans.com   

The Jewelry Box: a perfect companion to all your precious valuables

The Jewelry Box: a perfect companion to all your precious valuables

- Angela Davis

A jewelry box is the perfect companion to all your beautiful jewelry pieces. You can use it not only for keeping your ornaments but also for storing those precious trinkets and items which you care for very deeply.

There are some things which cannot be evaluated in terms of money, these are small fragile things which in some way have touched your life and are of immense significance. A jewelry box is a safe haven for all those little things. A place where you can keep those small treasures which cannot be bought with money.

A good jewelry box is most often a beautiful handcrafted piece.
It is available in various finishes and textures. Starting from warm mahogany wood, rose wood, to matt silver, there is a jewelry box in almost every conceivable material and color. Some of these materials used for the creation of your jewelry box include wood, glass, metal, and porcelain. The one that most are accustomed to is the wooden flip top lids with the musical song that lightly plays in the background. However, there have been changes and improvements in the making of a jewelry box, and there are now very beautifully made wooden jewelry boxes made from dark cherry wood, and there is now also style of jewelry box that is being made from carved and polished marble.

You can choose from a very wide range and pick one which suits your taste and pocket at the same time. The jewelry box has a soft lining of velvet inside, such that the precious things you store in it are not damaged in any way. Some are antique pieces, which have been crafted by master craftsmen and are collector's items. Others are made by established firms who specialize only in making these. Still others can be found at local stores made by individual craftsmen or by bulk manufacturers.

If you are to purchase a jewelry box for yourself, or as a gift for some body else, it is important to know what kind you want and what kind is out there on the market, and which one suits you the best to fulfill your needs.

A jewelry box is a wonderful possession to have and to hold your valuable items. It is a wonderful way to hold your jewelry and each box has the potential to be your own, personal piece in which not only can you store valuable items but also the memories associated with it. It is not just a place to house your treasured valuables; it is also a beautiful piece which can be passed on from one generation to another as a precious heirloom.

A jewelry box is available in various price ranges starting from those that are commonly available in stores to unique pieces which can be bought only in renowned auction houses. Whatever your choice, the jewelry box is a beautiful object to have and to give as a gift.

It is one of those unique pieces which bring to mind an old world charm. There is an intriguing sense of timelessness and a very rich heritage associated with a jewelry box. In a way it is the caretaker of our individual legacy. A place cherished and suffused with the warm glow of memories.