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What You Must Know Before Buying an Eternity Band
Many women want to own a diamond eternity band, whether for their wedding ring to pair with their engagement ring or as a right hand piece. With the unlimited choices out there, it can be extremely confusing. Many are left putting off their decision to invest in a piece, or they have no choice but to go to a high-end jewelry store and pay 5-8x mark-up to get the advice they need.Continue Reading →
Why Clean Your Jewelry with a Professional?
clean your jewelry -When’s the last time you had your ring serviced by a jeweler? Continue Reading →
Diamonds and Their Posers
I’ve been thinking about the pandemic’s affect on the diamond industry. As an independent, private fine jeweler whose focus is on the interests of my customers (more than the interests of the jewelry industry), I want to educate you on the alternatives to natural earth diamonds in case it is something you’re thinking about Diamonds and Their Posers.Continue Reading →
The Best Diamond Bracelets for the Classic Sophisticate
Solid Gold, Gold Filled, Vermeil, Gold Plated What’s the Difference?
Solid Gold, Do you know the differences between the different types of gold? Usually, the price will indicate its quality. But it’s still very confusing. Until you read the fine print, it’s hard to tell if something is real gold. And even after you read it, you may still be confused.
The purpose of this post is to educate you on what to look for when you want to buy gold. I think you’ll find this information helpful.
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Jewelry Sizing – Simple Methods
Jewelry Sizing – Do you know your jewelry sizes? Your ring requires a specific size for each finger. Your bracelet sizing can vary by about 1/2 an inch, Continue Reading →
Layering Your Necklaces Like a Pro
Layering necklaces has never been so popular. There aren’t really any “rules” for layering, as style is personal for each wearer. Continue Reading →
Get Your Mask and Glasses Chain
Available now! Paperclip Chain with Round Hinge to hold your mask and glasses while you’re on the go!Continue Reading →
Hello, From Ounce of Salt Jewelry Owner
Hi there! I am popping in to introduce myself in case you are new to my site. My name is Jen Oliak and I am a 3rd generation jeweler with a passion for all things fine jewelry. I am a jewelry designer, private jewelry consultant and have an online jewelry store where you’ll find not only my own designs but a collection of other curated items I love and recommend. Continue Reading →
Must Know Facts Before Buying Gold Jewelry
Buying Gold Jewelry – It’s hard to differentiate among the many types of gold jewelry in the marketplace. Photography can be made to look luxurious and perfect. You don’t want to invest in any piece that 1) Isn’t the quality you intended 2) Turns color quickly.Continue Reading →
Alternatives to Earth Grown Diamonds
As an independent, private fine jeweler whose focus is on the interests of my customers (not the jewelry industry), I think its time to consider alternatives to natural diamonds as an option for fine jewelry.Continue Reading →