The History of Birthstones

The History of Birthstones

their beauty but also on account of their virtues, as transmitters of good luck and to avert misfortune. The association of Gems with power, civil and religious adds to the mystery in the history of birthstones.

The history of birthstones involves the lives of many historical figures as Precious Stones are seen as signs of power, wealth and luxury. The history of birthstones and precious jewels have therefore played an important part in the lives of the great, not only on account of their beauty but because they contained the equivalent to a large sum of money and in times of danger could easily be concealed and carried from place to place.

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Jewelry Buying Guide

10 Things Jewelry Stores Won’t Tell You

10 Things Jewelry Stores Won’t Tell You is the insider guide into buying jewelry.

Explore what the Four C’s are and which C makes the most difference in your diamond purchases.

Find out who you should get to appraise your jewelry, and how to get the best insurance for your most valuable pieces.

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10 Things Jewelry Stores Won’t Tell You

1. MOST JEWELRY IS MARKED UP 100 PERCENT

Jewelry is a product that people don’t buy every day and jewelry stores only turn their pricey inventory about once a year, so the markup is generally 100 percent. (Unless you buy from a wholesaler like us.) The  50% Off Sale & Huge Sales at Jewelry Stores are not really sales. 

If you see a sale price in the newspaper, don’t fall for it. You will probably pay much more than the regular price. Some major retail jewelry stores, prior to a sale, will mark up diamond rings double or triple the normal selling price, then marked them half-price during a sale. 

At Diamond and Gold Warehouse our Dallas Wholesale Diamond Rings and Dallas Engagement Rings are priced at the regular price. We don’t mark up our jewelry to bring it down just to make a sale.  Our Dallas Wholesale Rings and Dallas Engagement Rings are the best quality.  They are beautiful, vibrant in color and gorgeous on the finger.  The expression on her face when she sees your gift of love for her……is priceless.

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