Colorful, Springtime Jewelry Favorites Have Been Admired Since Ancient Times

Gemstone Color Profiles

Bright Green Gems Reign In Spring PRESENTED BY reen is the happy color leading green gem with brilliant sparkle. Peridot this season’s jewelry designs turns bright green in artificial light. Gthat you will soon be seeing a Green Zircon. Can rival any other lot of! The lush green color of spring transparent green gem at a fraction foliage is a favorite and featured in all of the price. Hard, scintillating, and types of gemstone jewelry, reflecting a reasonably priced. Mother’s Day sophisticated and elegant statement of Green Garnet. Similar in color to grass- Preview fashion. And there are a variety of popular green emerald but more brilliant with a gemstone options to select from: sparkling luster, yet much less expensive. Emerald. The color of fresh spring brilliant shades of green including bright Chrome Diopside. Low on the grass and the queen of gems, emeralds emerald-green. It is hard, glittering, and hardness scale and more suited for use in Colorful, Springtime Jewelry Favorites have been admired since ancient times. very affordable. earrings and pendants rather than rings Green Tourmaline. Comes in many Peridot. A beautifully transparent or bracelets. Very affordable. other’s Day is a special day when nature’s fresh, springtime color is everywhere. Bright blue skies and the sun’s warm golden ADDRESS CORRECTION REQUESTED M glow set flowers in bloom. Lavender lilacs, yellow daffodils, pink, orange, purple, and white crocus 226-228 S. Washington Street are springing up, inspiring lively colored gemstone Shelby, NC 28150 jewelry, an ideal gift for mothers of all ages.

With a rainbow of gemstone colors that rival the best that nature’s floral palette has to offer, this season elegant, fashionable, and affordable jewelry designs feature a variety of brilliantly faceted gems such as sapphire, tourmaline, amethyst, topaz, aquamarine, emerald and citrine. Combined with sparkling diamonds they provide exceptionally beautiful gifts of rings, pendants and earrings set in platinum, yellow, white and rose gold, or sterling silver.

Stand-out rings, statement earrings and necklaces are this spring’s style leaders. Openwork designs that are light and comfortable are both fashionable Stop In With and fun to wear. Colorful styles range from classic Your Questions to modern and become even more spectacular when surrounded by a scintillating pavé border of As members of IJO we are part of the largest small, white diamonds. What Is An Amazon What Is A Profile Cut? What Is A Girandole? Buying Group in the world, almost 900 jew- Whether a classic pair of earrings, a sparkling Stone? This lively cutting style was Pronounced jheer an DOLE, elers strong, bringing pendant or fashion forward cocktail ring, colorful The bright green opaque developed in 1961. It fea- this type of earring has you exclusive styles gemstone jewelry is the perfect gift to enchant and the best values in form of the mineral feldspar tures V-shaped grooves three or more drops which any mom. the industry. As profes- takes its name from the ver- carved in the bottom of a extend below the earlobe sional jewelers, we have dant green jungles along the flat diamond crystal. Many and hang from a mounted a responsibility to our Amazon River. But the fact is, fancy outline shapes are center stone. The center customers and our com- Arnold Amazon stones come from available using this cut in- drop hangs lowest to form munity…to maintain the Master IJO Jeweler highest standards and the Ural Mountains of Russia cluding hearts, fans, half- a V-shape. preserve your fine jew- Arnold’s Jewelry & Gift Gallery n (704) 487-4521 or Pike’s Peak in Colorado. moons, and triangles. elry investment. 226-228 S. Washington Street, Shelby, NC 28150 © 2016 IJO, Inc., Southport, CT www.arnoldsjewelry.com n E-mail: [email protected] Focus on Fashion What’s New, What’s Hot Jewelry Calendar Turn Runway Fashion Into Everyday Wear Big Looks In Gold For Less $ Birthstone Jewelry: hether you are for an everyday wardrobe. statement ring or popular cuff unny yellow gold is by far the world’s most popular metal A Welcome Gift For dressed in a black Colorful, affordable gem-stones to accent from wrist down. for all kinds of jewelry. And this season, jewelry designers That Special Day W evening gown or in glittering on earlobes offer a basic, yet Whether karat gold or sterling Sare doing their best to make this cheerful metal much your favorite pair of blue jeans, personalized statement, silver, encrusted with pavé more affordable while retaining its classic beauty and style. o other gift is as special or the jewelry trending on spring and today are stealing diamonds or giant center Newest designs are now lighter in weight and feature personal as a gift of jewelry runways and donned by celebrities the show from the stones, these are all more lacy cut-outs, open work, and filigree which uses less Nset with the gemstone dedi- on red carpets are not only fit for an popular diamond stud. spring fashion precious metal and helps keep prices down. Lightweight cated to each person’s unique date elegant evening, but Oversized drop earrings and ear cuffs of must-haves. hollow and puffed gold pieces are also available which are of birth. For hundreds of years, these can also work any metal will add an edginess to your made by the electroform process precious gems were thought to well with an everyday, go-to ensemble. rather than by solid metal casting. bestow special powers and reflect e v e r y d a y That 10 carat diamond and emerald These elegant and airy designs unique personality traits for both wardrobe. necklace we all drooled over can for necklaces, bracelets, pendants, men and women. Celebrities easily be replaced with an earrings, and high-fashion rings MAY have long in- affordable, colored gem and are not only strong and durable, Emerald. It is emerald’s appearance fluenced our jewelry selections, diamond station necklace or but are dramatic-looking and and color that make this gemstone and while today’s average women a simple lariat with dangling easy-wearing too. There are also instantly recognized. A va- can’t always afford to wear drops in yellow, white or rose gold. a variety of surface textures that riety of the beryl species, designs from the likes of Harry And, don’t forget the bold fashion give these designs an attractive this famous green gem has Winston or Fred Leighton, their and eye-catching look. In addition long been associated with eternal designs have provided inspiration for a to a bright, highly polished, mirror spring, new life, and healing. more unique and inexpensive alternative finish, these include hammered, matte, satin, frosted, brushed, JUNE burnished, and sand-blasted Pearl. Pure white pearls have for Spring Gift Guide treatments. thousands of years been viewed as a statement of taste and refinement, as well as a symbol of perfect pu- Dads, Grads And Seasonal Gift Ideas rity. Pearls are often given to celebrate the birth of a iving and receiving gifts Graduation Day. Fashionable child and are thought to for any special occasion watches are popular for all bring a happy marriage to those of such as Father’s Day, graduates. For female grads, G June birth. Alexandrite. June’s al- graduation and wedding days pearl and diamond jewelry, The Jewelry Doctor ternate birthstone is famous for its is an important part of any charm bracelets, photo lockets ability to change color, celebration. There are a variety and jewelry boxes are always Care Tips For Pearls appearing green by day of gift ideas available to suit any prized. For male grads, signet earls are ancient and classic gems and red at night. It is a rare occasion. rings, tie tacks, cuff links and - treasured for centuries before and expensive gemstone, symbolic money clips are popular. diamonds, colored gems, gold and Father’s Day. This important P of joy and good fortune. silver were used for jewelry. And whether occasion falls on Sunday, June Weddings. It is customary to your pearls are cultured, freshwater, 19 th this year. Many attractive present small gifts to members JULY South Sea, or Tahitian they all need gifts are relatively inexpensive of the wedding party. For Ruby. Radiant red ruby has been special care because their lustrous and iridescent surface is very porous. featuring popular jewelry bridesmaids: pearl earrings, highly esteemed for centuries That means pearls should always be worn touching clothing instead of your skin. metals such as titanium and engraved charms, initial or because of its vivid, fi- Pearls can absorb body oils, perspiration, and cosmetics which can attack and damage stainless steel which add a lightweight negative space ery-red color represent- the surface. Always apply hair spray, makeup, and perfume BEFORE putting on pearls. masculine look to favorites pendants. For groomsmen: cuff ing passion and romance. And after each wearing, wipe your pearls with a soft cloth and store flat (not hanging) to such as rings, money clips and links, personalized money clips While there are several prevent the cord from stretching. cuff links. or engraved dog tags. other red gemstones, only ruby is Pearls should be checked at least once a year to see if restringing is necessary. Bring esteemed and regarded as the very your pearls in now for a Spring checkup. definition of red. Focus on Fashion What’s New, What’s Hot Jewelry Calendar Turn Runway Fashion Into Everyday Wear Big Looks In Gold For Less $ Birthstone Jewelry: hether you are for an everyday wardrobe. statement ring or popular cuff unny yellow gold is by far the world’s most popular metal A Welcome Gift For dressed in a black Colorful, affordable gem-stones to accent from wrist down. for all kinds of jewelry. And this season, jewelry designers That Special Day W evening gown or in glittering on earlobes offer a basic, yet Whether karat gold or sterling Sare doing their best to make this cheerful metal much your favorite pair of blue jeans, personalized statement, silver, encrusted with pavé more affordable while retaining its classic beauty and style. o other gift is as special or the jewelry trending on spring and today are stealing diamonds or giant center Newest designs are now lighter in weight and feature personal as a gift of jewelry runways and donned by celebrities the show from the stones, these are all more lacy cut-outs, open work, and filigree which uses less Nset with the gemstone dedi- on red carpets are not only fit for an popular diamond stud. spring fashion precious metal and helps keep prices down. Lightweight cated to each person’s unique date elegant evening, but Oversized drop earrings and ear cuffs of must-haves. hollow and puffed gold pieces are also available which are of birth. For hundreds of years, these can also work any metal will add an edginess to your made by the electroform process precious gems were thought to well with an everyday, go-to ensemble. rather than by solid metal casting. bestow special powers and reflect e v e r y d a y That 10 carat diamond and emerald These elegant and airy designs unique personality traits for both wardrobe. necklace we all drooled over can for necklaces, bracelets, pendants, men and women. Celebrities easily be replaced with an earrings, and high-fashion rings MAY have long in- affordable, colored gem and are not only strong and durable, Emerald. It is emerald’s appearance fluenced our jewelry selections, diamond station necklace or but are dramatic-looking and and color that make this gemstone and while today’s average women a simple lariat with dangling easy-wearing too. There are also instantly recognized. A va- can’t always afford to wear drops in yellow, white or rose gold. a variety of surface textures that riety of the beryl species, designs from the likes of Harry And, don’t forget the bold fashion give these designs an attractive this famous green gem has Winston or Fred Leighton, their and eye-catching look. In addition long been associated with eternal designs have provided inspiration for a to a bright, highly polished, mirror spring, new life, and healing. more unique and inexpensive alternative finish, these include hammered, matte, satin, frosted, brushed, JUNE burnished, and sand-blasted Pearl. Pure white pearls have for Spring Gift Guide treatments. thousands of years been viewed as a statement of taste and refinement, as well as a symbol of perfect pu- Dads, Grads And Seasonal Gift Ideas rity. Pearls are often given to celebrate the birth of a iving and receiving gifts Graduation Day. Fashionable child and are thought to for any special occasion watches are popular for all bring a happy marriage to those of such as Father’s Day, graduates. For female grads, G June birth. Alexandrite. June’s al- graduation and wedding days pearl and diamond jewelry, The Jewelry Doctor ternate birthstone is famous for its is an important part of any charm bracelets, photo lockets ability to change color, celebration. There are a variety and jewelry boxes are always Care Tips For Pearls appearing green by day of gift ideas available to suit any prized. For male grads, signet earls are ancient and classic gems and red at night. It is a rare occasion. rings, tie tacks, cuff links and - treasured for centuries before and expensive gemstone, symbolic money clips are popular. diamonds, colored gems, gold and Father’s Day. This important P of joy and good fortune. silver were used for jewelry. And whether occasion falls on Sunday, June Weddings. It is customary to your pearls are cultured, freshwater, 19 th this year. Many attractive present small gifts to members JULY South Sea, or Tahitian they all need gifts are relatively inexpensive of the wedding party. For Ruby. Radiant red ruby has been special care because their lustrous and iridescent surface is very porous. featuring popular jewelry bridesmaids: pearl earrings, highly esteemed for centuries That means pearls should always be worn touching clothing instead of your skin. metals such as titanium and engraved charms, initial or because of its vivid, fi- Pearls can absorb body oils, perspiration, and cosmetics which can attack and damage stainless steel which add a lightweight negative space ery-red color represent- the surface. Always apply hair spray, makeup, and perfume BEFORE putting on pearls. masculine look to favorites pendants. For groomsmen: cuff ing passion and romance. And after each wearing, wipe your pearls with a soft cloth and store flat (not hanging) to such as rings, money clips and links, personalized money clips While there are several prevent the cord from stretching. cuff links. or engraved dog tags. other red gemstones, only ruby is Pearls should be checked at least once a year to see if restringing is necessary. Bring esteemed and regarded as the very your pearls in now for a Spring checkup. definition of red. Gemstone Color Profiles