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Christie Brinkley launches Jewelry Line

July 29, 2009

So another celebrity is tossing their…necklace in the ring. This time its model Christie Brinkley. But surprisingly, this isn’t just another wild stab in the dark by a celebrity trying to use his or her name as a way to sell product.

Brinkley’s jewelry seems delicate and commanding, with some creative forethought.

By creating the line, Brinkley—according to a Ross-Simons release—aimed to produce pieces that celebrate her creativity, joy, and optimism, and, reflect her connection with women by making fine jewelry accessible and affordable.

Nearly 100 pieces are in the collection. Design inspiration comes from wild flowers and Southwestern influences like turquoise.

Here are a few sample pieces:

Posted in Celebrity Jewelry

Lost Ring, Rediscovered after 33 Years!

July 28, 2009

It doesn’t matter whether its a natural diamond or moissanite or Gemesis, a lost ring can hurt! This story will give you hope that in the world of missing rings, all things are possible!

A British woman who lost her wedding ring in her garden 33 years ago said she was shocked when a former neighbor called to say the ring had been found.

Anthea Capewell, 60, said her engagement and wedding rings flew off when she closed her garden gate in Stapleford, England, in 1976, and after a thorough search, only the engagement ring was recovered, the Daily Mail reported Tuesday.

Capewell said she and her husband, David, moved out of their home eight years after losing the ring, and she had long given up hope of ever seeing it again.

However, former neighbors Don and Carol Rigby called Capewell recently to say they had found the ring buried in some garden weeds on their side of a hedge shared by the two homes.

“I was absolutely gobsmacked and, of course, I was ecstatic,” Capewell said. “I just couldn’t believe it.

“It must have worked its way down into the soil after we missed it all those years ago. It came up like new with just a bit of soap water.”

Capewell said the discovery has inspired her and David to renew their wedding vows next year.

Source: UPI

Long time coming: Don Rigby points to the spot where his wife found the wedding ring that former neighbour Anthea Capewell lost in 1976

Check out this moissanite engagement ring…it’s a real keeper!

Three Stone Ring With Radiant Cut And Trillion Shape Moissanite

Three stone ring with Charles and Colvard created radiant cut and trillion shape moissanite.

Available Moissanite Total Weight: 3.0ct

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Posted in Jewelry Stories

De Beers Diamond Demand Drops Dramatically

July 27, 2009

De Beers, the world’s leading diamond producer, announced that rough sales in the first half of the year dropped some 57%, to $1.4 billion, 57 per cent lower than the first half of 2008. Net earnings were $3 million for the first half of 2009, compared to $316 million, a 99% drop. That’s right - a 99% drop.

De Beers diamond production fell dramatically as well. Production at its mines was 73 percent lower in the first half of 2009, with a more than 91 percent drop in  the first quarter, the result of production holidays at De Beers’ mines in Canada and Africa. The company anticipates that carat production for 2009 will be half that of 2008.

So what does this all mean to you, the consumer? During difficult economic times, diamond sales drop, for obvious reasons. Who can buy a diamond necklace when your behind on your bills?

But it doesn’t mean that you have to do without either. Diamond alternatives, like moissanite and Gemesis, continue to forge ahead, as more eco-savvy and smart shoppers opt for jewelry that fits their budget and their conscience.

Source: JCKOnline

Here’s a sampling of some of our finest moissanite products:

Custom Designed Cushion Cut Moissanite And Pave’ Diamond Ring

Stunning and unique custom designed platinum ring with a 5.0ct (dia equiv) Charles and colvard created cushion cut moissanite and approx. 1.0ct t.w. round pave’ diamonds.

Metal: Platinum
Ring Size: 4 – 8

Style 3366M

Three Stone Moissanite And Ruby Ring

One of a kind 9.25ct (dia equiv) radiant cut moissanite and two genuine recrystalized trillion cut rubies weighing 4.0ct in total, set into a hand made platinum three stone ring with hand applied platinum scrolls.

Metal: Platinum
Stone size: 9.25ct
Ring size: 4 – 8
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Style 3364M

Oval Shaped Moissanite Dangle Earrings

Custom made 15.50ct t.w. (dia equiva) oval cut moissanite and 3/4ct t.w. (dia equiv) bezel set round moissanite dangle earrings. This one of a kind piece is hand made and has hand applied filigree engraving and scroll work.

Metal: Platinum
Stone size: 15.66ct t.w.
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Posted in General Jewelry Info

Our Custom Design Pieces Dazzle and Delight

July 22, 2009

Here at Joseph Schubach Jewelers, custom design jewelry is truly our specialty. We are 3rd generation artisans who love nothing better than to create a piece based on your specifications.

No better was this displayed than with our recent Dream It Yourself contest, where participants gave us an idea and we brought it to life.

Take a look at some of our winning collaborations:

MaryAnn’s Channel Set Ring showcases bezel set round sapphire accents and a Euro squared off shank.

Gilbert and Gina celebrate their 10-year anniversary by completely redesigning Gina’s original engagement diamond ring. The new piece, The Sparkling Water Anniversary Ring, has an aquamarine center with pave diamonds set all the way around and princess cut diamond side stones.

Jeanne’s Fantasia Ring features pink sapphire princess cuts on the side of a gallery featuring diamonds set into a Mickey Mouse motif.

Take a look at all the entries!

Posted in Custom Jewelry Design Contest

Jewelry with a Painful History

July 21, 2009

Items of Jewelry found among the clothing of Auschwitz

inmates and long hidden by a camp survivor are on display

at a Massachusetts museum.

A 95-year-old Auschwitz survivor donated jewelry he procured from the clothing of Jews who were interned at a Nazi camp to Israel’s Holocaust History Museum on Monday.

Boston resident and Polish-born Meyer Hack found the pieces while sorting through the clothing of victims of the gas chambers, which was his job at the camp where his mother, brother and two sisters died.

He painstakingly hid the eight rings, watches and brooches of diamonds and gold beneath his barracks.

Hack  took the jewelry with him in a sock on a winter’s “death march” from the camp in Poland to the Dachau camp, near Munich in January 1945. He escaped Dachau and hid until World War II ended.

Hack broke down as he spoke about how he had to sort and bundle the clothes of victims forced to disrobe before they were gassed.

He went on to work in a clothing store in Boston, where he lived with his wife, whom he met in the camps, and their two sons. He placed the wartime jewels in a metal box in his attic and left them there for more than six decades.

“I tried to build a new life, so I put them in a box and I said, ‘I’m not going to touch it until the right time comes,’” he said.

So why now?

“I’m 95,” he said with a smile. “It’s time.”

Source: Los Angeles Times

Posted in Jewelry Education and Advice

How to NOT be a Fashion Victim!

July 20, 2009

You’ve heard the expression, “She’s a fashion victim,”claimed to have been coined by Oscar de la Renta. Buying jewelry that doesn’t suit you but suits a trend is not always in your best interest (unless you can afford to keep up with the constant changes!)

It’s best to find a piece of jewelry that is timeless and adaptable and distinctly you, especially if budget is an issue. The idea to remember is: you should wear it, it shouldn’t wear you!

Here are some other pointers when choosing:

Go easy when going big and bold. If you’re going to wear large bangles or necklaces, don’t wear delicate jewelry as well. Also, try to stick to solid color, simple clothes rather than frills or prints. Big, bold jewelry should be the focal point of your outfit.

Wear only the cocktail ring. If you’re wearing a large cocktail ring, don’t wear other, smaller rings (except for a wedding ring).

Mix metals but not styles. It’s okay to wear gold and silver jewelry together, but keep to the same style. For example, wear two delicate chains rather than one that’s delicate and one that’s thick.

Wear the right length. A necklace that falls just below the collarbone goes better with a plunging neckline than a high one. A necklace that falls below the bust goes with a high neckline. Chokers look great with strapless dresses. Never wear a necklace that falls to the top of the bust with a plunging neckline.

Wear pins anywhere. Pins can go on handbags, belts and even shoes. Attach a scarf to your outfit with a pin. Use pins to hold up the brim of a hat or place several pins around the band. The most ho-hum place to wear a pin is on the shoulder.

Step 6

Go easy at work. For most offices, it’s acceptable to wear your watch and wedding ring, plus one ring on the other hand, one necklace, one bracelet and one set of earrings only. The earrings shouldn’t dangle. Anything more is considered by most employers to be excessive.

Here’s one of our most loved classics. This piece works with practically any outfit and for any occasion:

Classic Sweetheart Pave Necklace

Classic Sweetheart pave necklace with 1/5ct t.w. round brilliant stones set on an 18″ cable chain. Fits a 4.5mm (1/3ct diamond) round center stone. (setting only, does not include center stone).

Posted in Jewelry Education and Advice

Tighter Budgets mean Smarter Jewelry Choices

July 15, 2009

The human race is an interesting lot. Even when our collective wallets are becoming slimmer, we still want comfort and luxury. During our two World Wars, this phenemonon was seen. Our country desired excess in the form of entertainment and fashion, as a form of compensation for the harsh realities.

Today, it’s no different. When it comes to jewelry, we still want that special feeling that only sparkly things evoke. It makes us feel rich, even if we may be tightening our purse strings.

Moissanite and Gemesis allow for that luxurious feeling without breaking the bank. In addition, these diamond alternatives are eco-friendly, which is becoming more and more appealing to the average consumer. We want products that are earth-friendly and affordable and high quality.

Here are a few very affordable pieces that we’re proud to showcase:

Style 447MR

Round Moissanite Solitaire Pendant

Four prong solitaire pendant with Charles and Colvard created round moissanite on an 18″ cable chain.

Style 9435M

Martini Style Moissanite Earrings

Martini style three prong earrings with Charles and Colvard created round moissanite.

Style 6506

High Polished Om Pendant

High Polished Om pendant on an 18″ snake chain in 14kt white gold.

Posted in General Moissanite Info

The Anniversary Band – Saying “I Do” Again

July 14, 2009

Anniversary bands are becoming increasingly popular. They are a simple, elegant and effective way to show and renew the longstanding love between you and your spouse. And in a day when divorce constitutes the demise of almost half of all marriages, isn’t a longstanding love worth celebrating?

Many couples will celebrate a landmark anniversary with an anniversary ring, such as their 25th or 50th – but there is no ironclad rule. When you use materials such as moissanite or Gemesis, an anniversary ring becomes a more accessible and affordable gift on any anniversary.

Typically, anniversary rings are worn to compliment the wedding ring itself. Or sometimes, an anniversary ring is reminiscent of the original engagement ring.

Many women wear anniversary bands with their wedding sets on their left hand. If the anniversary band is more elaborate than the set, it it acceptable to wear it on the right hand. Occasionally, a woman may choose to wear her anniversary ring alone, because her wedding set it outdate or no longer suits their style.

Whatever the case, an anniversary ring makes an ideal gift for your spouse.

Below is one of our most popular anniversary rings:

Channel Set Moissanite And Blue Sapphire Anniversary Band

Channel set anniversary band with Charles and Colvard created princess cut moissanite and Chatham created blue sapphires set all the way around with a total gem weight of 3 3/4ct! Band is 5mm wide.

Posted in General Jewelry Info

Joseph Schubach shows it Face on Facebook

July 13, 2009

We’re pleased to announce our Facebook page. If you haven’t become our friend, then please take a second to do some! We’d love to see your face, too!

Joseph Schubach Jewelers Facebook Page

Posted in General Jewelry Info

Jewelry – The Original Adornment

July 13, 2009

Humans. We’re weird animals. We’re the only living creature that feels the need to adorn our bodies. And it’s been going on for some time. How long? Oh just 75,000 years – give or take a centuries.

Jewelry was not only used for adornment but protection. Certain stones and natural objects were endowed with magical powers that could heal the sick or protect the hunter or keep the sky from falling (really bad thunderstorms concerned our ancient relatives!)

The next time you choose a piece of jewelry, think in terms of its power and what you want your new heirloom to represent. Perhaps it signifies ever-lasting love. Or good luck. Or protection. Or wholeness.

Whatever you decide, remember, jewelry is a powerful form of adornment. Buy or better yet, design a piece, with that in mind! Whether its moissanite or natural diamonds or Gemesis or sapphires or rubies – all gems and metals possess a certain energy, shaped by your desires and wishes.

The oldest jewelry recorded in history is made of tiny Mollusk Nassarius kraussianus. Scientist discovered that primitive humans used this tiny mollusk as beads to decorate themselves.

Posted in Jewelry Education and Advice