Joseph Schubach Jeweler News
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Golden Girl Ring Celebrates One of Our Own 💍 💍 💍
We’ve seen many “oh my” moments when our custom design jewelry is unveiled to our clients. But we often miss the “big picture”, like when a client comes up with the idea behind it, reviews the 3D model and suggests changes to make it perfectly unique.
One of our team members and ace production manager, Jen Wood, created this piece for herself. She calls it Golden Girl. This allowed us to peek behind the curtain and understand each and every phase of the custom design process intimately.
We co-created the custom design, made the 3D print (she wore the print for about two weeks) and fell in love with our Radiance stone. Our entire team had a fantastic time making this. It was really nice to see the stages of excitement firsthand.
Jen created this ring as a self-purchase; a celebration of her accomplishment. She’s a single, hard-working mom and this ring represented a celebration of her accomplishments.
We’re happy to see this trend more and more–women in particular realizing that rings don’t simply represent marriage but a vow to self–a celebration of self ring. If the ring could speak, it would say:
You matter.
I celebrate you.
You’re worth it.
And Jen, you certainly do matter. And we celebrate you too!
If you’re looking for a custom design ring that beautifully represents you, reach out to us. We’re expert at making jewelry dreams come true.
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The Most Winning Super Bowl Rings
We have a confession to make: we’re not thrilled with last year’s Superbowl ring. We’re hoping that the Broncos will don something much more fashionable.
Here’s some cool facts about last year’s ring via ESPN.
1. The rings cost $36,500 each and are the most expensive ever produced by Jostens.
2. Kraft purchased 150 rings for a total of $5.475 million.
3. There are 4.85 carats in each ring.
We liked the earlier incarnations. Stylish, simpler lines and less elaborate in design approach (which seems more fitting for a football player, in our humble opinion):
Source: Esquire
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Seth Godin’s Word of Wisdom and How we Operate
When most of our customers find us, whether its online or at our showroom in Scottsdale, they’re often surprised our impeccable customer service. We run our business based on philosophies that are over 100 years old and established by Joe’s father and grandfather. So when I saw Seth Godin’s blog entry, I thought, “Hey, that’s how we operate too!”
Get rich (quick) – Seth Godin
Enrich your world by creating value for others.
Enrich your health by walking twenty minutes a day.
Enrich your community by contributing to someone, without keeping score.
Enrich your relationships by saying what needs to be said.
Enrich your standing by trusting someone else.
Enrich your organization by doing more than you’re asked.
Enrich your skills by learning something new, something scary.
Enrich your productivity by rejecting false shortcuts.
Enrich your peace of mind by being trusted.
The connection economy pays dividends in ways that the industrial one rarely did.
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Make your Cyber Monday Sparkle!
Of all the gifts you could give this holiday, jewelry has that special “ah” touch. And we have a wide range of jewelry on sale to choose from, regardless of your budget.
Take a look at our Sale Section and find a piece that fits!
Here’s just a few items.
On Sale
Style 102794 Pre Owned Diamond Baguette Engagement Ring
Style 102095 Estate Platinum Diamond Pear Shape Ring
Style 102097 Estate gents diamond and sapphire ring
Style 102096 Estate Platinum Diamond Pear Shape Ring
Style 10520WB-CO Save 20% Now!! 14kt White Gold Diamond Channel And Prong Set Wedding Band
Style 10580 Freshwater Cultured Pearl Bracelet
Style 10447WB-CO On Sale!! Channel Set Wedding Band With Round Diamonds
Style 10579 Freshwater Cultured Pearl Necklace
Style 10582 Freshwater Cultured White Pearl And Diamond Necklace
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Information for Disaster Affected Jewelers
In addition to the millions of homes that have been affected by the devastating effects of Hurricane Sandy, countless businesses have also been touched, including jewelers.
We found this helpful piece in JCK that details what jewelers specifically should do during this time of recovery:
At press time, there were no reports of anyone in the industry killed or injured as the result of the storm. But it’s quite likely that many businesses have sustained serious damage.
Any seriously affected store should apply for a low-interest loan from the U.S. Small Business Administration, says public affairs specialist Yvette Jeffrey.
“The loans have two purposes,” she says. “The first is to repair and replace your buildings, machinery, supplies, inventory. The other can help you meet any financial obligations, to make sure you cover your payroll and your business stays in business before you settle with your insurance.”
Business can apply at disasterloan.sba.gov/ela, or by calling 800-659-2955.
The Insurance Institute for Safety offers the following tips for companies with damage to their business:
– Compile a description of any damage you may have sustained. Photograph or video any damage.
– Contact your insurance agent, broker, or company as soon as possible to report any damage. Have your policy number handy.
Source: JCK Jewelers
– Keep safety in mind. If you feel your building is unsafe, have it inspected before you enter. Make sure any clean-up is done with care for everyone’s health and safety, using safety items such as protective eyewear, gloves, hardhats, and dust masks or respirators. If necessary, hire a professional cleanup crew.
– If your insurance contains a “business interruption” clause, you need to specify what is required for your business to return to normal, as well as regular expenses (payroll, etc.).
Jewelers Mutual customers may call 800-558-6411 or send an e-mail to YourInsuranceExpert@jminsure.com.
Additional resources supplied by the U.S. Small Business Administration:
FEMA: disasterassistance.gov
Agility Recovery Solutions: agilityrecovery.com
Disaster cleanup: sba.gov/content/disaster-cleanup
Disaster resource guide from the IRS for individuals and businesses: irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p2194.pdf
Association of Small Business Development Centers: asbdc-us.org
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Sending Love and Safety to the Northeast
Today, it seems near impossible to write about jewelry. Our country has been hit by one of the worst storms in history and tens of thousands are without homes, electricity and water.
Our business caters to clients all over the world, but the USA is where we reside. When it takes a beating, we all feel it.
Today, this post is our minor virtual attempt at sending love and safety to all those affected by Hurricane Sandy.
Birds sing after a storm; why shouldn’t people feel as free to delight in whatever remains to them? ~Rose F. Kennedy