A Fine Jewelry & Engagement Ring Blog by Knox Jewelers

Handcrafted Holiday Gifts from Knox

Time is counting down, and as we near the final days of holiday shopping I am sure a few of you have not crossed that special someone off your list. If you are still at a loss in finding the perfect gift this year, we have a few one-of-a-kind handcrafted pendants and bracelets still dazzling our cases waiting to be paired with the perfect recipient. Give the gift of a luxury custom creation to ensure your gift is unique and will ensure a lifetime of wear.

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Give a truly rare gemstone to illustrate the singularity of your love for one another. Natural alexandrite is scarcely found today. It holds a magical color changing ability, blue-green in daylight and a red hue by low light. We have placed this valuable and rare gemstone in a classic drop pendant paired with diamonds, sure to be in fashion for years to come.

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Inspired from our custom ring design Midnight Stars, this custom pendant is a one-of-a-kind necklace. The lace-like starburst pattern brings to mind and a refined uniqueness. This pendant is sure to dazzle paired with diamond stud earrings or layered with another chain.

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Our bezel set princess cut diamond pendant is the definition of classic elegance. Sure to be the perfect gift for someone who likes to wear their jeweler on a daily basis but still make a statement of grace.

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Our diamond tennis bracelet can be worn as-is with ten sparkling diamonds set front and center, or it can be considered a work in progress. The remaining links in the bracelet do have to ability to be altered into mountings, and can hold matching diamonds. This flexible bracelet allows you the ability to alter it at your will. Half the bracelet can be set or the entire length can glitter with gemstones.

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Add a little swing to the standard diamond drop pendant! This necklace brings a fresh take on a classic outline with a curving design and an oval cut diamond. Give something out of the ordinary.

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Only one in 10,000 diamonds has a fancy color. Give a beautiful and rare fancy yellow diamond pendant to tell that someone just how special they are to you! Fancy color diamond adds a unique twist to any custom creation. If yellow is not your color of choice, we have many more colored diamond options available to be used as a dazzling center to any custom ring or pendant.

All of these amazing pieces are handcrafted by our master goldsmiths and are waiting to bejewel the neck or wrist of the deserving partner in your life! These beautiful pendants and bracelet are still available if you are seeking out a one-of-a-kind holiday gift. Knox Jewelers prides itself on our heirloom quality custom created jewelry and we would be honored to help you find exactly the perfect piece to make these holidays one to remember. Contact us today to order any of these treasures in time for Christmas or New Years!

Where is Zircon Found?

Tanzania – Large zircon crystals can be found in Tanzania.

Madagascar – The island of Madagascar is rich in many varieties of gemstones including colorful Zircons.

China – Zircons in many hues including oranges and reds can be mined in China.

Myanmar – Mogok, a city in Myanmar, is famous for producing many gemstones including many colors of glittering Zircons.

Cambodia – Cambodia is a leading source of gem-quality Zircon. Much of the material mined here is heat treated to produce the popular blue color of Zircon.

Australia – Amazing rich plum colored Zircon deposits have been found in Australia.

If you are fortunate enough to have a special birthday or anniversary falling within the month of December, let us at Knox Jewelers help you create a custom one-of-a-kind piece featuring a eye-catching colorful zircon. Zircon is known as a gem with incredible brilliance and color flashes of fire. These properties resemble that of natural diamond so closely, they account for centuries of confusion between the two gemstones. Most zircon is often cut into round and oval shapes, as this will maximize this brilliance and light return. Zircon can be found in a large array of colors. Varied tones and shades of yellow, green, red, brown and blue make this mineral a color lover’s dream. The most rare and valuable hues of natural zircon are bright red, blue and green. Blue zircon, the shade used as the December birthstone, was a very popular gemstone in the Victorian era. This favorite gem can be found in estate jewelry from as early as the 1880s.

Any one of our custom designs can be altered to hold this vibrant birthstone. The possibility are endless considering the number of zircon hues and the available carat sizes. A Knox Jewelers custom created piece, featuring a one-of-a-kind painted zircon is the perfect way to celebrate any occasion falling within the month. Contact us today and let’s get started. We can always search our cutters’ inventory for your perfect gemstone, or we have a selection of incredible zircons in a variety of sizes and cuts already available!

On Trend for 2017

If you are currently on the hunt for the perfect engagement ring to propose in the upcoming year, then Knox Jewelers has a few suggests of current designs being sought after in our showrooms. With our custom created rings, the possibilities are endless, but there are a few styles that are gaining trend status. We are always ready to help you create the ring of her dreams, maybe one of these listed styles was made just for her.

Rose Gold

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Though white gold is still the most prevalent precious metal our custom rings are created in, rose gold is quickly becoming a fierce competitor. The warm tone of rose gold is versatile and flattering on a multitude of skin tones. It also pairs well with white metals, making stunning two tone pieces. Be it a custom engagement ring, wedding band or right-hand ring, rose gold adds the perfect feminine allure to any piece of jewelry.

Montana Sapphires

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A bright, white, scintillating diamond has taken center stage in many dream rings, and we are sure it will continue to. However, those who yearn for a unique colored stone have recently been selecting a very unusual and rare variety of sapphire to complete their perfect engagement ring. Montana mined corundum produces some of the world’s finest finished sapphires. They are extremely in-demand owing to their high clarity and eye-catching blue-green hues. We currently have several Montana mined sapphires in-stock, ready to be fashioned into a beautiful custom engagement ring.

Solitaires

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A classic solitaire setting has been all the rage this year at Knox Jewelers. Small details and superior craftsmanship makes every Knox custom solitaire ring one-of-a-kind. Unique profiles, claw prongs, hand formed filigree and melodic hand engraving makes even a solitaire into a work of art. Many woman are choosing a solitaire engagement ring and coupling it to stacks of custom bands, telling a story and adding to their wedding set for years to come. A solitaire setting is versatile and flattering for any shape center stone you may desire.

Bold Center Stones

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If we could choose one major trend that is picking up steam this year, it would definitely be the desire to choose an enlarged show-stopping center stone paired with a classically understated setting. Many clients this year have selected sizable center stones, be a diamond or gemstones, and opted to set them in elegant high polished or slim diamond bands. This allows their perfect center stone to be the focal point of the custom ring. You can be sure even the smallest details are impeccably hand crafted on any Knox custom created ring, the vastly intricate or the classic solitaire look.

Unique Halos

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For years now, custom engagement rings with glittering micro pavé diamond halos surrounding a variety of center stone shapes have been en vogue. It has been the trend to watch, with a great number of our patrons requesting this setting style. As of late, we have been reinventing the trend, with the introduction of unique diamond halos. We have experimented with different shape diamonds, like baguettes, colored stone halos and vintage inspired pierced and curving designs. Anything is possible with Knox custom creation, so let us help you set your halo engagement ring apart from all the others!

Marquise Cut Center

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More and more women are requesting that our custom created ring to be altered to feature a marquise shaped center diamond. Though nowhere near as poplar as the round brilliant or cushion cut, the marquise cut diamond is definitely growing in popularity. The shape elongates and flatters the finger with clean lines and interesting faceting patterns. The marquise cut was first commission in eighteenth century France, meaning it is the perfect center stone to make any of our antique inspired engagement ring feel truly authentic to the time.

Twisted Settings

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Several Knox customers have recently requested amazing overlapping and twisting custom engagement ring designs. These daring masterpieces, with their eye-catching and meaningful patterns, give you a truly one-of-a-kind piece. These custom engagement rings bring to mind infinity symbols and love knot while creating a beautiful frame for your chosen center stone.

Now that you’ve been inspired by our current custom ring trends, stop in-store or contact us and let us answer any questions you may have on starting your very own custom engagement ring. The ring of her dreams is waiting to be created in 2017!

November’s Custom Engagement Ring Spotlight

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Our new favorite custom created engagement ring is catching everyone’s attention here at Knox Jewelers. This recent custom creation started with just an idea. After great communication, a custom sketch and a few tweaks here and there this amazing ring setting was complete! Design 3379 is a testament to Knox’s ability to bring any dream engagement ring to life. This incredible design features an uncommon and stunning 1.00 carat marquise cut diamond at its center. A glittering diamond halo frames the center stone and ties all the elements of the ring together. A unique three row wide diamond band bring a modern update to a classic halo design. Design 3379 is a visual symphony that is sure to fascinate from every angle. Knox hand finishes and outstanding craftsmanship will ensure that this rose gold engagement ring will last a lifetime.

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4 Unique Engagement Rings — Production Photos for Knox Jewelers Custom Design 3379

Every ring at Knox Jewelers is made by hand from the ground up. We are extremely proud of our in-house design team that works tirelessly to add even the smallest details to your perfect custom engagement ring. We document the creation of our custom piece with jeweler’s eye view production photos, allowing you the chance to see your beautiful ring come to life.

This amazing wide band and diamond halo design can be recreated to accommodate any type, shape, or size center stones. Contact Knox Jewelers today to custom tailor this design to your preferred precious metal and central gemstone selection to create your own one-of-a-kind engagement ring!

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Where is Topaz Found?

United States – The United States is a minor source of topaz.

Mexico – Many topaz shades are sourced from Mexico including rich orange-brown varieties.

Brazil – At the Capão mine near Minas Gerais, Imperial Topaz, one of the most rare varieties of the gemstone, is mined from an open pit. Imperial topaz can range in hues from a warm orange to a deep rose color.

Nigeria – Colorless topaz is mined here and treated to produce in-demand blue topaz.

Namibia – Another source of colorless topaz is found in Namibia.

Madagascar – Though a minor source, colorless topaz can be found from sources in Madagascar.

Pakistan – Pakistan is one of the leading sources of topaz.

Sri Lanka – After Brazil, Sri Lanka is one of the largest deposits of colorless topaz.

Myanmar – Colorless topaz, that is easily treatable can be found in Myanmar.

If you are the fortunate enough to have a special event, such as a birthday or anniversary, coupled to the month of November, let us at Knox Jewelers help you create a custom one-of-a-kind piece featuring a chromatic topaz. The golden variety of the mineral topaz is the gemstone tied to the month. Although golden or brown is the most requested hue of the gem, topaz actually has an exceptionally wide color range including shades and saturations of blue, green, yellow, orange, red, pink, and even purple. Colorless topaz is very plentiful, and is often treated to give it a blue color. Blue topaz is featured heavily in jewelry, but its color is usually altered from a colorless state. Topaz varieties are often named simply by their hue, such as pink or blue topaz, but there are also a few trade names you may run into. Imperial topaz is one of the gem’s most expensive colors, and displays a medium reddish orange to orange-red. The name for imperial topaz originated in the nineteenth-century in Russia. Then, this pink-orange topaz was being mined in the Ural Mountains, and was named in honor the Russian czar. Ownership of the gem was even restricted to the royal family for time.

Any one of our custom designs can be altered to hold this warm hued birthstone fit for a queen. The possibility are endless with a gemstone naturally mined in so many hues and varieties. A Knox Jewelers custom created piece, featuring an alluring topaz is the perfect way to celebrate any occasion falling within the month. Contact us today and let’s get started. We can always search our cutters’ inventory for your perfect gemstone, or we have a selection of luminescent topaz in a variety of sizes and cuts already available!