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Posted by Ron Yates on 31st Aug 2024

Gold Prices Soar to Record Highs: How it Affects Jewelry and Ways to Save

Gold prices have reached an ALL-TIME HIGH! For the past several days (I write this on August 29, 2024), the spot price of gold has been over $2,500 per ounce. This is astounding when compared to th …

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15th Sep 2023

The Story Behind The Best Custom Men's Wedding Band Maker

Looking for the best custom manufacturer of men's wedding bands?  It's Lashbrook, hands down.  Lashbrook is renowned as the best (and largest now) custom men's wedding band manufacturer …

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29th Aug 2023

Unveiling the Truth Behind Natural vs. Lab-Grown Diamonds Prices

Lab-grown diamonds have taken the jewelry world by storm, and at Yates & Co, we couldn't be more excited to be a part of this revolutionary trend. There's no denying the remarkable surge in their …

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29th Aug 2023

Insider Guide to Buying the Best Lab-Grown Diamonds

Discover how the beauty and value of lab-grown diamonds compare to their natural counterparts. “What took nature millions of years, men can make in a few weeks.” — Ron Yates The forma …

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7th Jun 2023

The Best Place to Buy Jewelry Online for Lovers of Antique and Vintage Jewelry

Attention all antique and vintage jewelry enthusiasts! Do you crave the thrill of discovering unique pieces with a rich history and story to tell? Look no further than the Vintage Treasures Club. Our …

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1st Nov 2022

A Raging Fire Hides in Every Diamond

Facets of Fire Diamonds: The Biggest Advancement in Diamond Cutting in Over 100 Years Growing up, you saw your science teacher shine white light at a prism and watched in awe as one color …

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1st Nov 2022

Pink Diamonds - Affordable Now!

Does your gal like pink? Does she like diamonds? Up until just recently, pink diamonds were so rare and ultra expensive that they were out of the question for most of us. A lady could only dr …

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1st Nov 2022

Cassie's Diamond Broke

How One Customer Inspired The Great Yates Guarantee The ring was a vintage platinum and diamond ring from the 1930s. There wasn't a better ring for Kyle's fiancé, Cassie. Cassie loved it. Ador …

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1st Nov 2022

The Ultimate Oval Cut Diamond Guide

Why More People Want Oval Cut Diamonds Customers are asking for Oval cut diamonds more than ever before. Here are some of the reasons we think oval cut diamonds make a great engagement …

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28th Oct 2022

How To Sell My Jewelry and Get the Most Money

Life happens. Sometimes you're a buyer, other times you're the seller. Even though you love beautiful jewelry, someday you may be more interested in selling your jewelry than buying. Reason …

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28th Oct 2022

17 Reasons Why a Diamond is The Perfect Gift

Sure, you know diamonds are special. You know how a when a woman receives a diamond she gets weak in the knees, you've seen her face light up at those special times. Marilyn Monroe famously said …

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28th Oct 2022

Another Reason NOT To Buy Jewelry at the Mall

Did you hear what happened at Kay Jewelers? Diamonds are forever – until you take your ring to one of the big jewelry chains in the local mall. Then, heaven forbid, you get the ring back afte …

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28th Oct 2022

Should I Buy a GIA or EGL USA Graded Diamond?

Only Buy a Lab Graded Diamond If you stumbled on this blog post you are probably in the market for a nice diamond. You might be looking at getting an engagement ring, or upgrading …

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28th Oct 2022

Engagement Ring Costs - What are People Spending?

The Average Engagement Ring Spend in 2015 It's a question most guys ask. “How much do I spend on her engagement ring?" There really is no right or wrong. It really depends on what si …

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28th Oct 2022

How To Spot A Diamond Bargain

Best-selling author and advertising expert Roy H. Williams' marketing firm works with top jewelry stores in North America (including Yates & Co!). In this article written for the website Monda …

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17th May 2022

Two Stone Diamond Rings - Hot Trend for 2016

The Two Stone Diamond Ring - Hot Trend for 2016What is the Two Stone Diamond Ring? The Two Stone Diamond Ring is a new style of ring being marketed towards men who are buying rings for their signifi …

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17th May 2022

Spinel - A Beautiful & Fascinating Gemstone

You need to know this gorgeous gem! What are spinels, and why should you care? Not only are they among the most beautiful of all gems, they are also very affordable,  at least for now. …

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