8 Reasons to Choose Us as Your Trusted Jewelry Buyer
Do you own antique, estate or fine jewelry that you are thinking of selling? If so, there are several reasons to choose DW Gem Services as your jewelry buyer. We have over four decades of experience buying and selling jewelry of all kinds. A graduate gemologist is at the helm, and we have an outstanding […]
What to Look For When Buying Diamonds
Diamonds have captivated hearts and minds for centuries, symbolizing eternal love, luxury, and rarity. Buying a diamond can be an exciting and significant investment, but it’s crucial to understand what makes a diamond brilliant and valuable. Let’s unlock the brilliance of this precious gemstone, with some essential factors to consider when purchasing your diamond. Check […]
Celebrating Our 1 Year Anniversary!!
On August 15, 2019, after over 35 years with a major jewelry company, I decided to open DW Gem Services as Cheshire’s only personal jeweler. To say this year has been a challenge is an understatement. I am proud to say that I have survived a pandemic and a tropical storm. Now I am looking […]
We Are Back In Business
It has been a long 9 weeks since we were forced to change the way we did business. I hope this finds you all healthy and safe. Now we are back in business, and I want to tell you a little about how I got here. How I Got Into the Jewelry Business Many people […]
We Will Be Here When You Need Us
I hope all of you are doing well. We will be here when you need us, and I want to explain what that looks like right now. This is an unprecedented time in our lives. The world has come to a halt to fight a deadly illness. Schools are teaching online, businesses have closed, restaurants […]
Faith, Hope and Love Will Get Us Through
To my customers, friends, family and fellow citizens: faith, hope and love are what I want to write about today. I have decided to make this blog about you and what we are all dealing with. Business is a secondary thought at this time. Faith, Hope and Love in Hard Times We are all feeling […]
The 4C’s of Diamond Grading–All You Need to Know
Diamonds and the 4Cs As we approach Valentine’s Day, I am sure some of you are in the market to buy a diamond. Congratulations to both of you. I wish you luck as you work through the process of buying a diamond engagement ring. The diamond chart at the end of this post gives you […]
The Story Behind Engagement Rings
When a couple decides to make the ultimate commitment, it is usually sealed with an engagement ring. Engagement rings have a long history, and it is worth knowing where the tradition came from. Where Engagement Rings Began The engagement ring is believed to date back to ancient times. Anthropologists trace the tradition to a Roman […]
Happy Holidays to All My Friends!
I am writing this blog as a thank you, and to wish everyone the happiest of holidays. Happy holidays to each of you. This has been a very busy year for me. I could not have gotten through it without the love and support of my wife, Jenifer, my kids, Cara and Patrick, and all […]
What is Estate Jewelry and why is it such a good value?
By definition, estate jewelry is any pre-owned piece of jewelry. It could be a ring made over 100 years ago, or it could be a necklace bought last week. If it is not being sold as a newly manufactured item, then it is estate jewelry. Understanding estate jewelry value starts with that definition. Types of […]