It Is "Showtime!"

The holiday season is complete and now as we get a little breather between Christmas and Valentine's Day it's time to think about restocking our inventory.  We have two jewelry shows coming up very soon where we'll see all the popular & latest jewelry styles.

Of course, we always try to listen to you our clients and discern what it is you'd most like to see us carry at The Gold Mine.  Many of you have expressed interest in rose gold jewelry, two stone diamond jewelry and yellow gold...yes, its coming back strong!

As we visit the jewelry show to replinish our inventory, we'll be looking for hot items, the next "Big Thing" along with our list of wants and needs.

Is there something you'd like to see us carry that we currently don't have in stock?  Drop us a line...we'd love to hear from you!  We're always trying to be sensitive to our client's needs.

Have A Blessed Day,

Bill Warren, Owner/Gemologist
The Gold Mine (828) 726-1009
www.hudsongoldmine.com

goldman86@bellsouth.net

RING TERMS DEFINED: CONTEMPORARY

Here at The Gold Mine, we are happy to continue the tradition of giving finely-made, breathtakingly-beautiful rings as gifts at many of life’s special occasions. This is a major purchase, though, so we want to make sure that you are as well-informed as possible before you make that selection. Modern-style or contemporary rings are different than their older counterparts, and knowing what the term means will help you make the perfect selection. Let’s cover it in-depth so you know what you are getting in to.

What does contemporary mean?

When dealing with jewelry, something that is contemporary means something that was made in the style of more recent times. This includes everything from material and color to look and feel. While an older ring might be made to fit the ideals of the time, so too does a contemporary ring reflect current values. That is why we are beginning to see new metals, more diverse colors, and different weights becoming popular.

What do they look like?

While a vintage ring might be large and bulky, a modern ring will usually be sleek and light. This is due to a more minimalistic modern style, and our movement away from past aesthetics. Contemporary rings will usually have minimal decoration and a smaller stone at the top; not only that, but metals such as titanium and cobalt are becoming popular instead of traditional silver and gold. What we are beginning to see is a trend toward shiny and sleek rather than large and elegant.

Who wears it best?

A contemporary style ring is best for the person who enjoys making a quiet fashion statement, or one who prefers to be minimalistic. They fit best on the hand of someone who values shine and feel rather in-your-face beauty. Lightweight and stylish, a contemporary ring might go best with a young, trendy couple or with someone doesn’t like to make a lot of noise in a social setting.

Modern or contemporary rings are very different than their old-fashioned counterparts. They differ in nearly every area. That doesn’t mean one is better or worse than the other, it just means that different styles will fit different kinds of people. Now that you know what it means and who it works best on, stop by to see the Gold Mine's vast collection to see if you find the right fit.

'til next time,
Bill Warren, DDJ (Doctor of Dynamic Jewelry) & Owner
The Gold Mine
www.hudsongoldmine.com 
828-726-1009

Tips For Taking Care of Your Engagement Ring

So you’re shopping for an engagement ring. You’re pumped, you’re excited and you’ve potentially decided on a style or on an era that reflects on aspects of your partner’s personality and demeanor. You went to The Gold Mine and found an absolutely flawless engagement ring. You’ve even found the perfect wedding band as well – a handsome gold rope ring. Now what?

Yes, you’ll get to show it off to all your friends and family on social media with the utmost grace and dignity. But here are some things to think about before you purchase your ring to take care of your rings post-purchase so you can enjoy your jewelry for the rest of your married life, worry-free.

Ring Insurance

Whatever the value of your ring is – you should highly consider insuring it so in case it is lost, stolen or damaged, you will be partially or fully covered. Ring insurance can be an extension of your homeowner’s insurance and personal property. As long as you save your receipts and have your rings appraised by a certified gemologist, you can easily have the ring insured along with other expensive and significant items in your home.

It is also important to have the rings appraised every 5 years as the cost of diamonds and precious metals is always fluctuating. This ensures that you know its worth at all times and there are no surprises if you do have to replace a missing ring.

Wearing it Out

If you wear your rings out in public, make it a general rule to never take them off till you’re back at home. This will ensure that you can never lose them down a bathroom sink or leave them somewhere where they can be stolen.

Maintenance

Avoid wearing your rings while you’re using hazardous household products. This will make sure your rings stay in good condition, as exposure to chemicals can damage or corrode it. The same thing goes for wearing then when you’re doing activities that can potentially put the ring in a rough situation.

Finally, have your rings professionally cleaned every once in a while.

Following these steps will help you ensure that you and your partner can enjoy the best of your wedding jewelry for the years to come. If you change your mind or still haven’t found your perfect ring, let us help you. Stop by, take a look at our wedding band and our engagement ring collections, and feel free to contact us with any questions you might have.

'til next time,

Bill Warren, DDJ (Doctor of Dynamic Jewelry) & Owner

The Gold Mine

www.hudsongoldmine.com

828-726-1009

goldman86@bellsouth.net

3 Misconceptions About Buying Engagement Rings

Marriage is one of the beautiful things in life. Nothing rivals seeing two people in love forever joining together in holy matrimony. But nobody ever said it was easy! Working up the courage to ask is just the beginning. There’s a lot of planning, budgeting, adjusting your original plans when things change and actually managing all of the major issues in the process. Buying an engagement ring is just one of many tasks on your plate. There’s a lot of misinformation out there so we thought we’d clear up 3 misconceptions about buying engagement weddings rings to help you along.

It’s very complicated

Our selection at The Gold Mine is huge. We have many different types of rings and with all types of colors and styles – and it might be overwhelming to first-time buyers. In fact, getting an engagement ring at The Gold Mine is actually easy. All you need to do is talk to your partner, and then talk to one of our friendly sales associates. They will walk you through the process and even make recommendations. Find the right size, pick your favorite color, and voila! At the end of the day, it’s hard to go wrong with any of our beautiful rings.

Custom is too expensive

There are plenty of companies out there that might overcharge for customization, but getting a custom ring is less expensive than you might think. Technology has come a long way and the craft has been honed by experts around the world. You should never go into the process blind, though. Ask our experts for advice. Try on some of our rings to get a feel, and search our collections for something to your liking. Who knows, you might find one that you like and not need the customization after all.

You can’t find good rings at affordable prices

There are many persistent myths in the jewelry world: you need to spend several months’ pay on a ring, you need to buy a ring with a large stone, or that you can’t possibly find a good ring at an affordable price. That’s all false. The right ring for you is not a matter of price but of fit. You need to find the right ring for your partner and not worry about what other people say about spending money.

Buying a ring doesn’t have to be a stressful process. We deal with plenty of couples that are anxious for their big day, but want to find the right ring first. Finding the right engagement ring with one of our friendly staff will help make the whole process a lot easier – feel free to contact us for more information!

www.hudsongoldmine.com

828-726-1009

Don't Miss Our Annual Summer Clearance Sale

Some things like Christmas, Thanksgiving, 4th of July only come around once a year and you certainly wouldn't miss them!  Well don't miss our One Day Only, One Hour Only Summer Clearance Event coming this Saturday!!!

Enjoy 60% Off Regular Price of our jewelry inventory for 60 Minutes on Saturday, July 18th from 1 PM 'til 2 PM..some exclusions apply. Enjoy 60% off savings on diamonds, gold, silver, gemstones & estate jewelry..and when the clock rings at 2 PM..its done..not to be repeated until next year! Don't miss this huge Summer Clearance Jewelry Sale!!

A Jeweler's Reflections

I guess the picture of the green rock above is reason I ended up as a jeweler.  What is this green rock?  It's an emerald and I grew up in the small emerald mining town of Hiddenite, NC.  As a matter of fact, my great, great grandfather's farm is the location of the original Hiddenite emerald find and original mine.

Obviously, I grew up around emerald mining and some of my best childhood memories are from hunting rocks in our families garden where we'd often find gemstones of many varieties.  Yes, I had quite the rock collection as a child and I still do.

So what does all this have to do with The Gold Mine?  Rock hounding as a kid sparked my interest enough to not only become a collector but I also learned how to cut gemstones known as "Lapidary Work".  From there I learned the goldsmithing trade as well as watch repair.

Over the course of several years, I came to work for other jewelers including a very large jewelry chain in NC.  After thinking..."Gee, I could do this better"...my wife and I decided to open our very own jewelry store in 1993 in downtown Hudson.  Thus...the Gold Mine was born and here in 2015 is still going very strong thanks to the good Lord and our wonderful friends & clients.

So...should your son or daughter pick up the rock collecting hobby, don't discourage them!  You never know when you might have the next successful jeweler or jewelry chain originating within your own family!

Take care,

Bill Warren, Owner/Gemologist
The Gold Mine
www.hudsongoldmine.com 
828-726-1009

Christmas in July

For most jewelry store owners, Christmas is really here in the heat of July!  What do I mean?  Simple...I'm already thinking about what items will be hot for the Christmas season and I've been watching what our clients ask for.  I'm making mental notes even now on things that seem to be up and coming.

What are some of the items that are sure to be hot?  The hottest thing going in the jewelry biz right now is most definitely "Rhythm of Love" vibrating pendants and earrings!  The center diamond literally moves with "Her Heartbeat"...it must be seen to be believed.  Click here to get a preview:  http://roldiamonds.com/

Another item that is extremely popular is the new "Angelica" bracelet line.  Angelica uses recycled metals to make bracelets fit for every occasion and they can be stacked on top of each other.  To see them, click here: http://angelicacollection.com/  I also failed to mention that a portion of each sale goes to benefit "Generation Evolution" who works with the autistic!

Other items?  Who knows!! It boggles the imagination to keep up with all the new jewelry lines that are coming out every day but we love to do it...that's why The Gold Mine is well known for offering the latest, "State of the Art" jewelry way ahead of it's competitors.

Got something in mind you'd like to see?  Let us know...we're always glad to lend an ear to your requests.  Thanks for being a great Gold Mine friend & client!

Sincerely,

Bill Warren, Owner/Gemologist

www.hudsongoldmine.com 

828-726-1009

email:  goldman86@bellsouth.net

This Year's Hottest Jewelry Item!

Here it is the end of October and another holiday season is once again upon us!  For me, the Christmas season actually started back in July when I had to get my advertising/marketing planned for the holidays and purchasing what I felt was going to be hot for Christmas.

The item that is creating an international phenomenon most definitely is "Rhythm of Love" diamond jewelry that is powered by her heartbeat.  What do I mean by that?  The center diamond on each piece actual vibrates with each beat of your heart or any movement what so ever...it's quite the rage!

We've just finished our latest TV commercial for the holidays featuring Rhythm of Love...click on the link below to see this piece live in action and watch the center diamond move:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0uAwJnrJHs

Here's a close up picture:

You'll simply love these beautiful earrings & pendants...when you have a minute..stop by for a quick peek and you'll see why "Rhythm of Love Jewelry" is powered by her heartbeat!

'til next time,

Bill Warren, Owner/Registered Gemologist
The Gold Mine 545 Main St. Hudson, NC 28638
828-726-1009
www.hudsongoldmine.com