Its Time To Get Your Jewelry Repaired!

With spring time just around the corner, its not only time to do a bit of "spring jewelry cleaning", but quite possibly, its time to have your "old friends" repaired or touched up!

Jewelry is just like our fine automobiles and sometimes that favorite jewelry item needs a "tune up"!! Its so very easy to knock a prong off of your favorite ring and chip a stone or to break a clasp on your bracelet or necklace.

Here at The Gold Mine, customer's tell us all the time about how much they appreciate our jeweler/repairmen looking after and taking care of their prized family heirlooms! Of course, its our pleasure to do so and often, we're able to catch a small problem and fix it before it becomes a big problem!

May I make a suggestion? How about bringing your favorite jewels by the Gold Mine for "A Day At The Spa"! We'll give each piece a heated, vibrated, ultrasonic solution bath and check each and every stone for tightness. When we return your pieces to you at the end of the day, you'll not believe how much better they look and did I mention....we'll do this simply for FREE!!! Yes, if you went to the doctor for a checkup, well, you know how much they charge...so bring your jewelry to the jewelry doctor and we'll give it all a FREE checkup and a DAY AT THE SPA on us!

I look forward to seeing you soon!

Success,
Bill Warren, Owner/Registered Gemologist
The Gold Mine
545 Main St.
Hudson, NC 28638
828-726-1009
website: www.hudsongoldmine.com
email: goldman86@bellsouth.net

P.S. - special note from Bill - don't forget...never allow your gold or silver jewelry to come in contact with any kind of chlorox bleach cleaner in the home....it will completely ruin your item by acting like an acid on it...don't even let the fumes from bleach get close!!! Please take your rings off while doing the laundry!!

$1000 PER OUNCE GOLD - KNOWING WHEN TO HOLD IT OR FOLD IT

"You've got to know when to hold 'em, know when to fold them". Ok, so you can't hear me singing my favorite verse to Kenny Roger's song "The Gambler" but what does that have to do with this jewelry blog? Well, let me ask you an important question.....with gold currently trading on the world markets at $1000.00 or more per ounce, how does that affect you? Here are a couple of answers:

1. Yes, yellow or white gold jewelry may cost a little more because of the higher per ounce pricing, but there is also more demand upon manufacturer's to curtail prices and make lighter, more interesting designs. And guess what? You can even trade in your old, unwanted gold jewelry or items for brand new jewelry in my store thus making it very easy to refresh your jewelry wardrobe and have no out of pocket expense!

2. You can simply sell your old gold and put lots of money in your pocket, pay off a nagging bill or credit card or have money for home improvements! With gold at a 25 year high price, chances are you'll get the most return on your investment right now and you want even have to speculate in the precious metals market to do it!

Many customers ask me why the price of gold has went so high? There are certainly many reasons but here are a few of the most important: Watch the value of the US dollar...when the dollar is weak, gold will usually be very strong and go up in price. If the real estate market is weak, gold will usually be stronger and lets not forget the price of crude oil....pay close attention...when oil goes up in price...historically, gold will do the same!

I hope you've found this info about the gold market interesting....now back to singing my favorite Kenny Roger's songs...

Success,

Bill Warren, Owner/Registered Gemologist
The Gold Mine Fine Jewelry & Gifts, Inc.
545 Main St.
Hudson, NC 28638
Tel: 828-726-1009
Email: goldman86@bellsouth.net
Website: www.hudsongoldmine.com

Love Is In The Air....

"Love Is In The Air" are the lyrics to a popular '70's song, but the words couldn't be any truer! Valentine's Day is fast approaching and what better way to show your loved one how much you care than with the gift of fine jewelry.

Yes, jewelry really is one of the favorites gifts women love to receive and hey guys, many jewelry items are much more affordable than a dozen red roses and its lasts much longer! Increasingly, men love receiving a nice bracelet, necklace or ring as well....

What to buy? For starters, many folks are born in the month of february so their birthstone is always a good choice (its the purple amethyst gemstone in case you were wondering). Another popular gift item are the items pictured above which are the "Three Diamond, Past, Present & Future" jewelry items. Journey diamond jewelry is another favorite as well.

If you are unsure what to do this Valentine season, stop by and see myself or any of my highly trained staff and we'll help you make the perfect selection and of course, in a budget that is tailored just for you! We might even sing for you.....are you ready for that?

Sincerely,

Bill Warren, Owner/Registered Gemologist
The Gold Mine Fine Jewelry & Gifts, Inc.
545 Main St.
Hudson, NC 28638
828-726-1009
website: www.hudsongoldmine.com
email: goldman86@bellsouth.net

Will Your Christmas Ring or Watch Need Sizing?

Well, Christmas is almost here and of course I wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

It's been a busy season here in our jewelry store as we've served as Santa's unofficial elves. Its a true pleasure to help everyone pick out a beautiful piece of jewelry to honor their loved ones this season!

As a reminder, if you or a loved one receives a ring or watch that may need some form of adjustment...we will be open the day after Christmas to help those who need ring sizings or watch band adjustments even if they didn't purchase the item from us!

Most repair/adjustment work is done in our store (some while you wait if possible) so don't let that new present sit around, bring it by for the adjustment you need to make it wearable and start enjoying it today!

Happy Holidays,

Bill Warren, Owner/Registered Gemologist
The Gold Mine
Hudson, NC
828-726-1009
website: www.hudsongoldmine.com
email: goldman86@bellsouth.net

Lets Have A Vintage Christmas!

One of the most popular jewelry styles this year for rings, pendants and earrings is the "Vintage Look"! This timeless and classic style is being seen on the red carpet in Hollywood as well as in your local town.

This style of jewelry recalls the years from 1900-1920 when "Art Deco & Art Noveau" was popular. One of the great things about this style of jewelry is simply that it never goes "out of style"...there will always be those who love it!

Everyday, I notice young ladies coming in wanting this type of jewelry, especially in engagement rings and I have just have to think that they're grandma's would be so proud.....

Jewelry in the "Vintage Look" is often charaterized by what is called micro pave' bead work setting which is a very intricate type of work performed by an expert goldsmith. There are also many diamonds found in the piece...notice the diamonds surrounding the center stone in the two pictures above! I like to think of this look as having an almost "sandy or grainy" type of look.

You'll be glad to know that this style is made in both yellow & white gold as well as platinum and palladium metals, so the choices are plenty!

I invite you to check out this link: http://www.hudsongoldmine.com/Jewelry_Specials.php
where you'll find many more pieces in the "Vintage Look"!

Let this Christmas bring you back to the look of yesteryear...you'll see why its been so popular for soooo long!

Merry Christmas,

Bill Warren, Owner/Registered Gemologist
The Gold Mine
545 Main St.
Hudson, NC 28638
(828) 726-1009
Website: www.hudsongoldmine.com
Email: goldman86@bellsouth.net

Let The Journey Begin This Christmas!

This Christmas, let your journey begin with the gorgeous and popular "Journey Diamond Pendant"! Women everywhere are clamouring for this stunning pendant which comes in various diamond weights from .25 carat to 1.00 carat or more.

The idea behind Journey Diamond Pendants starts with a smaller diamond at top with larger diamonds graduating all the way to the bottom. She'll love it when you explain to her that "With Each Step, Your Love Grows" with the graduated diamonds!

Yes, they are available as pictured in white gold but also come in yellow gold as well. The pendant pictured is just one (this one is the "S" shape) but they are several other designs as well to choose from.

If you're not sure what to get the special woman in your life this holiday season, I strongly suggest this lovely item...you can bet she's seen her friends with it and yes, it goes well as an ensemble to all other jewelry styles and can be worn for everday occasions as well as out on the town!

Make this Christmas an unforgettable one with "The Journey Diamond Pendant"!

Sincerely,

Bill Warren, Owner/Registered Gemologist
The Gold Mine Fine Jewelry & Gifts
Hudson, NC
Telephone: 828-726-1009
Website: www.hudsongoldmine.com
Email: goldman86@bellsouth.net

CALDWELL TIME COMPANY WATCHES A BIG HIT!!!

Ok, I realize this is my second post on "Caldwell Time Company Watches" but, if you've not checked this gorgeous watches out...now is the time to be "Livin' On Caldwell Time"!

Today, the Caldwell County Chamber of Commerce did a large write up in the local newspaper on this new watch line and the results thus far are staggering! Its really exciting to know that people want to own a part of their county's heritage and that they are proud to own a fine timepiece only sold by a local Caldwell County merchant!

Yes, I am a little biased about our new watch line but really....I honestly don't think there is a finer timepiece in its price range ($150-800) out there! Combine this with the fact that these watches are assembled here in the good 'ole USA of the finest quality swiss parts, a 5 year limited warranty and lifetime battery replacement and over 40 different men's and ladies styles to choose from....well...you must admit its hard to beat!

I wish there was room here to show you all the different styles that we have to offer which are not limited to: diver's watches, sports models, dress styles with diamonds, leather band styles and even pocketwatches! Our golfing models sold out the 1st day we got them! (Don't worry...we're making more for you golfers!)

Thus far, local folks have purchased over a dozen of these fine watches for themselves and as Christmas gifts(yes, its coming soon and yes, you should be thinking about it!). Visit my webpage online for more info about Caldwell Time Company at:

http://www.hudsongoldmine.com/Caldwell_Time_Co.php

I invite you to stop by The Gold Mine and check these beauties out....and maybe soon you'll be "Livin' On Caldwell Time"!

Success,

Bill Warren, Owner/Registered Gemologist
The Gold Mine
http://www.hudsongoldmine.com/
goldman86@bellsouth.net
545 Main St. Hudson, NC 28638
828-726-1009

P.S. - mention you saw this blog and I'll give you 10% off your first purchase of one of our Caldwell Time Co. watches!