Shopping for engagement rings is one of those things that breeds mixed emotions for each individual. Typically, men do the shopping and present the women with a diamond ring, but this world is evolving and it is not uncommon to see women doing the pr..

Shopping for jewelry can be an intimidating adventure, even if you think you know exactly what you are looking for. It is a major purchase, certainly one of the more important things you will ever buy in your life (especially if it isn’t just a..

A vintage style wedding ring similar to something you might find in your grandmother’s jewelry box, the halo diamond engagement ring accents a center diamond with a halo, or border, of smaller diamonds. A throwback to the 1920’s, the visu..

  Everybody has heard of June brides. But what’s the most popular month to get engaged? December!   Yes, gentlemen, the month of Christmas trees, cocoa and carols is also the month to get up your nerve, get out your wallet, and buy ..

        We Americans are traditional people. And two of our favorite national traditions are coming up in just a few days. Here are a few things we love about Thanksgiving and Black Friday.   Thanksgiving   Okay, most p..

      Do you have a box of broken jewelry in your drawer? Has restringing your pearls or getting a broken clasp fixed been on your to-do list for months? Or even years? If it’s been decades, don’t tell us. That’s jus..

Here at Amidon, we like to daydream about beautiful gemstones. The bigger, brighter and rarer, the better. So on a crisp fall day, our thoughts turn to that great beauty, the Centenary diamond.         The Centenary originated fr..

In honor of September’s birthstone, the sapphire, this week we bring you some sapphire fun facts. Learn a little more about this beautiful and durable stone which has inspired many a tale. And shop Amidon for all your sapphire needs. We have th..

  Imagine this scene: It’s your 30th wedding anniversary. In keeping with tradition, you’ve bought your wife a beautiful pearl ring. You hand her the perfectly wrapped little gift box at breakfast, just as she’s sipping her fi..

Before June comes to an end, let's take a moment to reflect on its birthstone, the pearl. No other adornment says class and good taste like a string of pearls. Plus, they match almost any outfit.   Pearls have awed people throughout the ages..