Engagement Ring Deals

With the purchase of an engagement ring, Elizabeta Jewelry is offering exceptional prices on center stones - you have a choice between a FREE 1ct diamond hybrid or wholesale prices on GIA and AGS certified natural diamonds and colored gemstones. We will set the stone for you too! Shipping is always free, and when you purchase an engagement ring, we will donate $50 to the Nature Conservancy or a local food shelf of your choice! Contact us at elizabeta@charter.net for more information!

Our engagement ring offering includes the award winning Mark Schneider Bridal Collection, the handcrafted Beverley K Collection, the eco-friendly Alberto Parada, and the modern art of Erik Stewart. We also offer a wide variety of non- designer options that are high quality and of great value. If you would like to shop, click on the blog entry title to be redirected to Elizabeta Jewelry.

Moissanite Engagement Rings

Are you guys feeling the pain of our economic downturn? Whoa! I thought I would take this time to tell you a little more about moissanite, an economic alternative to diamonds. It is silicon carbide and it is the new up and coming diamond substitute. Moissanite was first discovered at a meteor crash site, but the pieces discovered were too small for jewelry. So once manufacturers figured out how to duplicate moissanite in larger sizes... voila! We now have moissanite jewelry! Moissanite has the highest refractive index making it the most brilliant of all jewels. It is similar in color to an I color graded diamond. Because they are man made, they have excellent clarity. Charles & Colvard is the primary manufacturer for moissanite intended for jewelry, and Elizabeta Jewelry uses only Charles & Colvard. Rest assured this premier company offers lifetime guarantees on their stones. So if you are faced with an engagement ring purchase but can't quite scrape together enough do-re-mi for a diamond, moissanite is an excellent alternative. Since you won't spend most of your budget on the diamond, you can buy the perfect ring. If you or your significant other has their heart set on a diamond, you can always upgrade to a diamond down the road when finances are more stable. Don't let emotional diamond industry marketing (they are genius, aren't they) stop you from popping the question sooner rather than later. Moissanite is truly beautiful!

Great Values!

We know times are tough. We are feeling it too. That is why we put together a selection of rings that we feel are a great value. They won't break the bank yet they are quality rings that will last a lifetime. Please click on Great Values and you will be directed to some of the rings we selected. Be sure to check back regularly as we will be updating them daily. If you have a style you would like to suggest, please let us know - elizabeta@charter.net.

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Mark Schneider Rings

The designs of Mark Schneider's Bridal Collection are known for their simplicity and clean, fluid lines. They are classic in design, yet unique. Elizabeta Jewelry is proud to offer such a distinguished line. The quality is unsurpassed, and the beauty will take your breath away. Celebrate the timeless intimacy with a bridal engagement ring from Mark Schneider. A unique token of your love, each design in the collection features a Secret Heart, nestled where only you can see it. No other ring offers this enduring symbol of romance—a promise that his heart will always be there for you.
Yes, always. Becasue glowing in the center of the heart is a secret diamond, inscribed with the simplest and most timeless of messages: “Love you Forever.”
All of his engagement rings have the signature "Secret Heart" (TM) inscribed with the message "Love You Forever". However, this message can be customized. Please contact us at elizabeta@charter.net for all of the customization options that are available on this stunning collection.

New Specials at Elizabeta Jewelry

* Buying an engagement ring? We are offering a free 1ct diamond hybrid, OR a $250 discount on a 1/2ct diamond, a $500 discount on a 3/4ct diamond,OR a $750 discount on a 1ct diamond! And we will set the stone for you at no additional charge. Our diamonds come with a GIA or AGS grading certificate and are guaranteed to be as described. All of our stones are conflict- free. Contact us for available diamonds and prices.
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* If you already have a center stone, we will include a Swiss watch for him at no cost! Contact us for details.

What are you looking for in an engagement ring

Hello Blogosphere! Usually my blogs are kind of one sided, just spewing out information... This time, I am hoping that you'll give me some feedback. With the economy in a pinch, and your upcoming engagement or wedding approaching, what are some ways you are looking to save money on engagement /wedding rings and jewelry? Here are some questions...

1) Will you buy gold instead of platinum, an engagement ring with a smaller diamond, substitute a diamond with a colored gemstone or synthetic stone, get an engagment band with no large stones, or forego an engagement ring altogether?

2) What will you be looking for in wedding bands? Gold, platinum, titanium, tungsten carbide, palladium, or silver?

3) How about wedding day jewelry? Will you make some trade offs to get the jewelry you have always wanted or will you cut back on jewelry to make up for another wedding expense?

We would love to hear from you. Thank you for your time.

Liz Ratcliff

Elizabeta Jewelry

Engagement Ring for Her and Watch for Him

* Buying an engagement ring for her? How about a watch for you? When you purchase an engagement ring for her you will receive a free watch for him. Contact us for details - elizabeta@charter.net.

End of the Year Promotions

ASK US ABOUT PAYMENT PLANS!

* 10% Off of Everything! Use Promo Code EVE10

* Getting engaged in these uncertain times? Let us make it easier for you. If you purchase an engagement ring from Elizabeta Jewelry, we will give you a 1 carat diamond hybrid FREE! You can upgrade it to a natural diamond in the future if you like, but I think you will be very pleasantly surprised with the quality, fire, and brilliance of the diamond hybrid. Please contact Liz for details or use promo code DHNC at checkout and indicate the diamond shape you would like (i.e. round brilliant, square princess, cushion cut, asscher cut, marquise cut, etc... )

* The Ripple Effect Pendant Signature piece from Elizabeta Jewelry - A drop of water in a quiet lake - ripples go in all directions. I wonder if the little drop knows how far it reached? Just like the droplet, we all impact one another. Find joy in how you have been impacted and know that you will send ripples in all directions. Click here for ordering information.

* 1.25ct moissanite studs in martini setting for $480.00!! Suggested retail is $990.00. 2.5ct moissanite studs in martini setting for $1000.00!! Suggested retail is $2100.00. While supplies last. Contact Liz to place an order/ check availability.

Getting Engaged in Uncertain Times

If you are like me, you have been watching the news a lot lately waiting to see what is going to happen with our economy. The economic future is somewhat uncertain and most people are being cautious with their spending, and rightly so. I am optimistic as Americans have overcome challenges before. However, we have to be smart. If you are in the process of searching for an engagement ring, we have an economic solution for the perfect ring that won't compromise your distingushed taste and eye for quality. If you purchase an engagement ring semi mount (the ring without the center stone), Elizabeta Jewelry will give you a 1 carat diamond hybrid for FREE! Choose from one of our many designer rings and we will set a diamond hybrid for you. Sometime in the future, you can upgrade to a natural diamond if you wish. However, you may be pleasantly surprised with the quality, fire, and brilliance of the diamond hybrid. Diamond hybrids come in a wide variety of shapes that include round brilliant, square princess, asscher, cushion cut, emerald cut, and radiant cut.

The Diamond HybridTM has been called a "greener" product, as it does not come from the ground like mined diamonds. However, the Diamond HybridTM is made from real diamonds, giving it that same look and feel without paying the price.

Diamond HybridTM is hand-cut to precision and grades better in every aspect of the GIA diamond grading scale than most diamonds (Diamond HybridTM is F-G color, Flawless and scores excellent in Polish, Symmetry, and Proportions).

Diamond HybridTM is the only diamond simulant in the world that employs a patent pending form of Amorphous Diamond which is man-made and "composed of a multitude of tiny diamond crystals all aligned together*". To better describe how the hybrid stone is completed, we have begun calling it "Diamond Infused", as atomic force microscope analysis shows that the microscopic diamond crystals literally penetrate into the upper layers of the Diamond crystal to form a new hybrid diamond simulant.

For more information on the diamond hybrid, go to http://www.diamondhybrid.com/.

Please browse our selection of rings and if you purchase one, use discount code DHNC at checkout and indicate the shape you would like in you comments. Or contact us at elizabeta@charter.net for more information.

How to Buy an Engagement Ring

I was browsing the web and came across this excellent video that talks about things to consider when purchasing an engagement ring. Click on the blog title to watch the video. It is a great resource. If you still have questions, please contact us as we would love to help! 1-877-7 TRU LUV or email us at elizabeta@charter.net.
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Brown Gemstones and September Specials

September means that fall is here, and what color comes to mind? Brown. Whether it is chocolate, caramel, cinnamon brown, creamy beige, or cafe au lait, these colors are warm and rich. (Now I have made myself hungry :). Elizabeta Jewelry offers a very large selection of brown gemstones, but the selection is so vast, you have to contact us for the stone you are looking for. We have smoky quartz (Good Luck Stone -Calm, Centering, Lifts Depression, Removes Negative Energies, Bringing Happiness) , tiger eye (Good Luck, Integrity, Willpower, Focus and Clarity ), bronze tourmaline (draws stability and practicality), and chocolate diamonds. They come in a wide variety of sizes and shapes. Just let us know what you are looking for, and we will get you all of the necessary information. We are happy to customize jewelry to your own unique idea.

Beginning now until the end of the month, Elizabeta Jewelry is offering a 15% discount off of everything (except loose stones and Traser watches)! We are also offering a 10% discount on Traser watches. And as always, we offer excellent prices on diamonds, gemstones, and diamond alternatives. Now is a great time to start shopping for the holidays or planning a holiday engagement or wedding! Check us out at www.elizabetajewelry.com. Use discount code SEP15 or feel free to contact us at elizabeta@charter.net.

June Promotions

June Promotions at Elizabeta Jewelry
The color of the month is red, the color of love and passion. Some red gemstones include the ruby, garnet, and spinel. The ruby is July’s birthstone and also the stone used to symbolize the 15th and 40th anniversary. In folklore, the ruby is said to provide protection from misfortune. The garnet is January’s birthstone and it is said to provide protection from evil. The spinel is perhaps the most under -appreciated of all the gemstones. It has often been mistaken for a ruby. In fact, the famous Black Prince’s Ruby (the central stone in the British Imperial State Crown) is actually a spinel. Due to its excellent hardness (8 on the Moh's scale) and high clarity spinel produces fine jewelry in various cuts and shapes. Spinel is never treated in any way and continues to be a great substitute for ruby and sapphire as well as an outstanding stone in its own right. Today fine red spinel is more rare than ruby.
If you are looking for a special piece of jewelry, whether it be an engagement ring or a piece to celebrate another one of life’s special moments, we would be happy to put together some ideas for you. You can incorporate a red spinel, a traditional diamond, or a diamond alternative to make your purchase unique and symbolic. Elizabeta Jewelry is happy to send you the center stone for inspection prior to setting it into a ring.
10% off our entire offering + Elizabeta Jewelry will donate 10% of the purchase price to the Nature Conservancy or CARE – use promo code JUNE10 .
Or free spinel with the purchase of an engagement ring. We will set the stone for you at no charge. Please contact us for information on the available gemstones.

Making Your Money Go Further For an Engagement Ring

Ok, so I don't think I am dropping a bomb on anyone when I say the economy is a little rough right now. So naturally, it is a little unnerving when faced with the idea of purchasing an engagement ring. In the past, the "rule" has always been 2 months salary. I have never been one to follow the rules, and now is as good a time as any to depart from them if you find yourself in uncertain economic territory.

Do not worry, your options are still many... Fortunately in this day and age, there are many solutions that both you and your intended fiance will be relieved to know about.

1) It's ok to purchase a synthetic diamond - hey, you don't have to worry about whether it is a blood diamond or not and you can always replace it with a natural diamond down the road. And with the advance of technology, there are lots of top quality options - there is moissanite, which is silicon carbide, diamond hybrid which uses diamond to produce it, manmade diamonds - same or similar chemical make up of a natural diamond except that it was made in a lab. All of these options are significantly less than the cost of a diamond. For comparison a 1ct diamond G in color, SI1 in clarity usually sells for around $8000.00 (usually less if buying online). A 1ct moissanite runs about $500.00. A diamond hybrid or man made diamond 1 ct in size is about $250.00 or less.

2) An increasingly popular and symbolic option is to go with a colored gemstone. Rubies, sapphires, and spinels are just a few of the possibilities. They tend to be very durable and suited for everyday wear. Many of the colored gemstones have symbolic meaning that you may find appropriate as a symbol of your eternal love. Or maybe you just want a splash of color. Be sure that if you are considering a colored gemstone you ask your jeweler if the stone you want would stand up to daily wear. Some colored gemstones just aren't cut out for a ring that is worn most all of the time.

3) Another trend that I am seeing more of is purchasing an ornate diamond band with lots of smaller diamonds in lieu of a large diamond. Many smaller diamonds cost less than a large diamond even if the total diamond weight is the same. The Beverley K Collection offers many unique and stunning designs. And, in fact, you can stack multiple bands for a truly amazing look (and you have gift ideas for birthdays, anniversaries, etc...).

4) If you are still planning on getting a real diamond, a good money saver is to avoid the "magic sizes". Instead of a 1 carat stone, ask for a .90 carat. To the naked eye, the size difference is quite subtle, but you will be pleasantly surprised by the money you can save. The same is true for a 1/2 size - go a few points lower and your savings will be significant.

5) Buying a smaller diamond with the intention of a future upgrade... many jewelry retailers offer a trade up program so when you are ready to purchase a larger stone, you can trade in your smaller one for a credit towards a larger diamond.

Hopefully, we have provided ideas and solutions for you. Please feel free to contact Elizabeta Jewelry (elizabeta@charter.net) if you have any questions , would like to shop our online store, or would like to discuss other options. Elizabeta Jewelry offers all of the options listed above.

Peace and Greenness! :)
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Personal Online Jewelry Consultant

When shopping online for an engagement ring or other jewelry, you may be faced with an overwhelming number of options... Elizabeta Jewelry offers personal jewelry consultation to help you narrow down your options and come up with an engagement ring or special jewelry piece that symbolizes your intentions. Whether you are looking for a specific diamond, searching for a vibrant colored gemstone that represents your love, comparing the costs of your options, shopping for a diamond alternative, wondering what type of metal is best for you, or just deciding on the perfect design, we can make your shopping experience fun and easy. Even if you end up purchasing someplace else, we would be happy to offer any advice or suggestions if you are seeking something personalized and sentimental. Please check out our website (http://www.elizabetajewelry.com/) or send us an email (elizabeta@charter.net) if we can help. And if you don't know how to tell your significant other what your likes and dislikes are, let us know and we will keep them in mind when your special someone contacts us to make a purchase.

Diamond Alternatives

While diamonds are beautiful and symbolic, they do carry a heavy price tag. Many couples struggle with justifying such a large expenditure on such a small object. And if the price tag isn't enough to scare you, the origin of the diamond can be shrouded in dubious mystery. If you have seen Blood Diamond or heard of conflict diamonds, you know what I mean. The African diamond trade has long been used to finance civil war, hence the term "blood diamond." At Elizabeta Jewelry, we offer alternatives that will ease your apprehension and save you some serious money. Our diamonds come from suppliers that are in compliance with the The Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS) which imposes extensive requirements on its members to enable them to certify shipments of rough diamonds as ‘conflict-free’. And for every diamond we sell, we donate a portion of the sale to http://www.conflictneutral.com/, a registry for charitable donations to counter the negative effects of diamonds.

But if you still aren't convinced that diamonds are for you, we have some very attractive and practical options. Elizabeta Jewelry offers a vast selection of colored gemstones in every shape and size. Many couples are using colored gemstones today as they are rich in symbolism and color. And of course, most of them are a fraction of the cost of a diamond. There are certain considerations, such as hardness and toughness to consider if you are putting the stone in an every day ring. If you have any question as to what gemstone would be best for you, please post a comment to this blog.

Another increasingly popular option is moissanite. It is silicon carbide that was originally discovered at a meteor crash site. Now it has been manufactured in sizes large enough for jewelry. It's fire and luster surpass that of the diamond. However, moissanite isn't completely colorless; it is usually equivalent to an H or I colored diamond (which are some of the most common diamond colors in jewelry). It isn't quite as hard as a diamond; it rates 9.25 to diamond's 10 on the Moh's Hardness Scale. The cost is quite attractive and is usually about 1/5 to 1/10 the cost of a diamond.

Diamond hybrids, also known as amorphous diamonds are man-made and "composed of a multitude of tiny diamond crystals all aligned together*". They tend to be equivalent to an F or G colored diamond (colorless to near colorless - very good). They are also flawless in clarity. Hardness is rated a 9 on the Mohs Scale. This option too is far less expensive than a diamond.

So if you aren't comfortable with the price and reputation of the diamond, there are lots of great options to chose from that will offer all the beauty of a diamond.