The Beauty of the July Birthstone

Ruby is the official July birthstone and a stunning gemstone at that!  Perhaps you may not know it, but for many years, the ruby has been one of the world's most expensive gems...and one of the most sought after.  

I personally have a love of the deep red hues mixed with pink/purple tones depending on the variety.  Of course, some of the world's best sources for ruby are:  Burma, Madagascar, Sri Lanka, Kenya and of course, the United States!  As I hail from North Carolina, I'm proud to say that beautiful rubies come from right here in my home state!

Many folks especially like the fact that a ruby is one of the hardest of gemstones and fine ruby powder (corundum) is used for making abrasives, ex: sandpaper, drillbits, etc.

Recently, I took some beautifully colored rubies that I'd been saving for a long time and made some special rings, pendants and earrings from them.  You see, creating jewelry with gorgeous gemstones has always been a passion of mine.

I invite you to stop by today and indulge your passion for the July birthstone...fire your life with the gorgeous red ruby!

'Til Next Time,

Bill Warren, Owner/Registered Gemologist

www.hudsongoldmine.com

828-726-1009

goldman86@bellsouth.net

Proper Maintenance On Your Jewelry Saves Money & Time

Remember the old saying, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure"?  It really is true!  Everyday in my jewelry store, I notice people bringing in jewelry with loose or missing gemstones/diamonds, prongs almost worn out on rings, etc.  Why do you say this you may ask?  Because...if folks would simply have their jewelry checked & maintained just like your automobile...it would save them time and lots of money!!!


If you are reading this blog, please take time every 4-6 months and bring your jewelry by my store or any professional jeweler and have stones, checked for tightness, prongs checked for wear, clasps checked on necklaces, etc.  Most jewelers like me will also give you a complimentary cleaning for FREE!

I beg you not to neglect this!  Considering that even the smallest diamonds cost a significant amount to replace...your wallet will thank you!

'Til Next Time,

Bill Warren, Owner/Registered Gemologist
The Gold Mine
Hudson, NC
828-726-1009
goldman86@bellsouth.net

Introducing Our New Designer "Lorenzo"

The Gold Mine is pleased to announce the addition of a gorgeous new jewelry line from famed jewelry designer "Lorenzo".  Lorenzo features dazzling 18 karat gold & sterling silver jewelry with the finest colored stones anywhere! Read on below about Lorenzo:

Lorenzo searches the world for the liveliest, brightest and most beautiful natural stones,obtaining raw materials directly from mines in some of the most exotic places around the globe.
Inspired by art and by nature, Lorenzo’s designers create jewelry that frames these stones in styles that are both current and timeless.
Crafted from sterling silver and accented with artistically carved pieces of 18K gold, these styles are then set with the uniquely cut gemstones.
Discover our radiant, checkerboard, and concave cuts and see how they maximize these vivid gemstones’ brilliant color.

Led by internationally recognized designer Omar Torres, Lorenzo Jewelry is designed to be fashionable and treasured for a lifetime.
We are proud of our contemporary yet classic pieces, their brilliant stones and their exquisite craftsmanship.
Lorenzo jewelry will enhance and color your own personal style for years to come.
Discover the world of Lorenzo and experience our beautiful jewelry for yourself.
From mine to market . . .
     . . . Nobody Does Color Like Lorenzo


Stop by today and let us introduce you to the world of Lorenzo!

You Change The Oil In Your Car Right?

You change the oil in your car right?  Then let me urge you to have your jewelry maintenanced just like changing oil in your car.  Remember, tips on prongs do wear out, sometimes your clothing may pick it and raise a prong and cause a stone to be loose or worse yet, you may loose it altogether!!!

Here at The Gold Mine, we offer FREE jewelry cleaning and prong tightness checks daily...now if you'd take care of your automobile, why don't you put the same thought and treatment into your precious jewelry? Huh??

Perhaps you haven't been by The Gold Mine lately so let me take a moment to tell you about a few new things...

1. Southern Gates Sterling Silver Jewelry - New Styles Are In!
2. Fossil Watches - We recently added this cool line to our inventory
3. Chamilia Jewelry - the latest beads have just arrived
4. Gold & Silver price continue to soar!  Now is a great time to sell us your old, unwanted silver & gold...let us put cold hard cash in your pocket!

Stop by today or give us a call if you have any questions at 828-726-1009!

Success,

Bill Warren/Registered Gemologist/Owner
The Gold Mine
828-726-1009
http://www.hudsongoldmine.com/
goldman86@bellsouth.net

Cupid Is Looking Your Way!

Wow!!! Where has time flown?  Here we are at the start of an exciting New Year and yes, Valentine's Day is fast approaching.  Has Cupid been eyeing you?

What better way to show your loved one how much you care than with the gift of fine jewelry!  Yes, long after the flowers have wilted and the chocolate is gone, those beautiful gleeming gems will remain as a testament to love you share!

Our Valentine's Catalog will soon be coming out and we are receiving new jewelry items in our store daily.  What are some of the new items you may ask?  Southern Gates Silver Jewelry patterned after the ironwork gates of Charleston, Chamilia bead jewelry, Camelot Bridal Wedding Rings (what better time to get married than at Valentines?)

If love is in the air for you, stop by the Gold Mine soon, so we can make your dreams come true!

Cordially,
Bill Warren - Owner/Registered Gemologist
aka:  Doctor of Love
www.hudsongoldmine.com
828-726-1009
goldman86@bellsouth.net

Thanks Hudson!

Angie and I were completely surprised to have recently been honored by the Town of Hudson for our work & contributions to the town.  We were presented with this beautiful plaque which we proudly hung inside our store!

Thank you Hudson for this honor, we are most grateful and will continue to work hard for our beautiful town!

Sincerely,

Bill & Angie Warren

Welcome Lynn Stringham!

We are pleased to announce the addition of Mrs. Lynn Stringham to the sales staff at The Gold Mine!  Lynn brings many, many years of practical jewelry experience to us.  She previously worked for another jeweler in Lenoir and has a wonderfully, helpful personality.  Experienced in all areas of jewelry sales, Lynn is also capable of helping you custom design any jewelry item and she also does minor jewelry repair work.

Lynn & her husband Doug make their home in Lenoir, NC where they have been lifelong residents.  Thanks for coming onboard Lynn...we here at The Gold Mine look forward to many successful years together!

'til next time,

Bill Warren, Owner/Registered Gemologist

The Gold Mine 

545 Main St. 

Hudson, NC 28638

828-726-1009

www.hudsongoldmine.com

goldman86@bellsouth.net

P.S. - its only 51 days until Christmas!!!