Featured Product
MOVADO WATCHES
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MOVADO ESPERANZA
Movado
is the hallmark of some of the most famous timepieces ever created, notably the
Movado Museum Watch. The dial of the watch is defined by a single dot at 12 o'clock, symbolizing
the sun at high noon, and was conceived by artist Nathan George Horwitt in 1947.
Today it stands as an icon in Modernism, acclaimed for purity of design
unrivalled in the history of time-keeping.  MOVADO SE-800
Dondero's is proud to present the 2009/10
collection of fine Swiss watches by Movado, at everyday low prices. Every watch
comes with the backing of the Dondero organization which has been serving the
Jewelry needs of South Jersey since 1948.
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Trollbeads
"OCTOBERFEST"
Trunk Show
This Thursday,
Friday, and Saturday
October 15th-17th
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Community Events
Dondero Diamonds is proud to have supported the following charitable events since
our last newsletter:
Animal Adoption Center Fashion Show
MDA "Lock-Up"
SJ Young Marines "Birthday Bash"
Rob Zapar Fundraiser
Sacred Heart HS Golf Tourney
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Featured Gemstone - OPAL
Revered as a symbol of hope, fidelity, and purity, opal was dubbed the
Queen of Gems by the ancient Romans because it encompassed the colors
of all other gems. Opal is prized for its unique play of color, and the
ability to diffract light into flashes of rainbow color.
Opals have been used
for everything from easing childbirth to bringing strength in battle.
Long known as the Wish Stone, opal is supposed to promote love and
romance and grant wishes and personal happiness.
There was
a time, in nineteenth century Britain, when opal was considered bad
luck for anyone not born in October. Queen Victoria, who
adored opals, helped to dispel this notion by giving opals to all of
her daughters, whether born in October or not. Thus, opal gained a
wider popularity than ever, especially when the brighter gem and black
opals from Australia became available.
The most common and
affordable variety is milky or white opal because i t shows a play of
color against a white opaque background. Color patches or tiny flashes
called 'pinfire' are usually light and bright pinks and greens.
Jelly
opals and crystal opals are transparent to translucent, with a subtle
sheen of color dancing through the gem, rather than color patches.
The
m ost valuable opals, known as black or gem opals, feature large,
luminescent areas of one or more bright colors.
Opal has a long history, dating back to the
pre-Roman times. Milky opals with patches of pastel red, blue and green
were mined in what is now Hungary. The more familiar black opal or gem
opal, with brilliant flashes of red, blue, green and gold, was not
discovered until the late 19th century in Australia. Today opals are
also mined in Mexico, Brazil, United States and Canada .
To learn more, click here......
(Information Courtesy Jewelry Information
Center and AGTA)
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Jewelry Care - OPAL- The "Bad Luck" stone
There is a myth that Opal
is bad luck. This reputation dates back
to the early kings of England
when the opal was selected as the perfect gift for an October-born royal
princess. To maintain its exclusivity, it became an offense punishable by
beheading for anyone not born in October to possess an opal. The "bad luck"
legend was revived in 1829 by Sir Walter Scott in Anne of
Geierstein when one of the book's characters, accused of being a
demon, died shortly after her beautiful fiery, and  mysterious opal lost all of
its color. Fortunately, most people dismissed the "bad luck" sentiment after
Queen Victoria
showed enormous enthusiasm for opals in the late 19th century.
Modern "bad luck" stories spring
from the fact that opals are a soft stone and may crack or break. While it is
true that opal is not as hard as other gems, that doesn't mean they cannot be
worn and enjoyed. Opal is a fascinating and beautiful gemstone that lends
itself to complement the wearing habits of many people.
Opals, like many
gemstones, can in fact crack or break. Even diamonds, as hard as they are, can
chip more easily than you would think. When
purchasing opal jewelry, keep in mind where you will be wearing it (ri ng, earrings,
pendant), how the stone is fashioned, and the manner it has been set into the
jewelry. Earrings and pendants generally are "less risky" than rings for opals. Wearing a ring on a dominant hand will also increase the risk of damage.
Opals are typically
fashioned as cabochons, meaning they
have a smooth top. Oval is the most popular shape. Higher quality opals are generally more durable because they are thicker from top to bottom. The type of opal (white, jelly. bould er, black) will also play a part in its durability. At Dondero Diamonds and
Fine Jewelry you can always count on knowing exactly the type of opal you
purchase.
The manner in which the
opal is set into your jewelry will also impact its safety. No more than half of the depth of the
stone should be exposed in bezel set designs, and in prong set situations, the
prongs should have good thickness and cover two thirds of the depth of the stone.
Care in cleaning your opal
should always be a top consideration. Keep it away from alcohol based cleaners,
as well as cosmetics and personal care products. It is best to have your opal
jewelry professionally cleaned. At Dondero's, our fully equipped shop can
handle all those needs, while taking into account the delicate nature of the
stone. So go ahead and enjoy the mysterious beauty of Opal.
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Jewelry News - Pantone reveals hot hues for Spring 2010
- Diverse palette features bright and neutral tones
Pantone has unveiled its Fashion Color Report
for Spring 2010.
With designers unveiling their Spring 2010 apparel
collections, the experts at color authority Pantone have weighed in and
compiled the top 10 colors for spring women's fashions.
Spring 2010, according to the Pantone Fashion Color Report, calls for vibrant
brights and practical neutrals, a diverse palette offering both exciting as
well as familiar options for cautious consumers.
"Now, more than ever, women are vigilant when it comes to spending,"
Pantone Color Institute Executive Director Leatrice Eiseman said in the report.
"Instead of reinventing their wardrobe at the start of each season,
consumers want pieces to complement what they already own. Pairing a bold color
with a basic piece or freshening up their look with bright accents addresses
the need for practicality, as well as fun."
That thought extends to accessories, according to the report, with the season's
neutral basics set to be enhanced by brightly colored jewelry, as well as
handbags and shoes.
After surveying the designers of New York Fashion Week for prominent collection
colors, color inspirations and color philosophies, Pantone has deemed the
Spring 2010 colors as: turquoise, tomato puree, fusion coral, violet, Tuscany, aurora, Amparo
blue, pink champagne, dried herb and eucalyptus.
Taking a closer look at the tones, falling on the more vibrant side of the
spectrum is turquoise, a cool, tropical hue; bright Amparo blue, a navy-esque
tone with warmth; romantic violet; greenish-yellow aurora; bold and provocative
fusion coral; and tangy tomato puree, the season's classic red.
Among the neutrals forming the season's color backbone is the delicate, wispy
pink champagne; Tuscany,
a warm beige; dried herb, the ultimate green neutral, which will pair well with
all other colors; and cool eucalyptus, a classic, practical gray.
- National Jeweler Network September, 2009
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Staff Profile - Alex Mosley
Shop Technician
Alex was born in Wurzburg, Germany and was raised
in Millville, NJ. He oversees the shop and performs all in-house repairs.
Alex's driving force in life is his wife and son. His hobbies include movies
and anything he can do with friends.
Click here for more on the rest of our staff.
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