Win Up to 5 Pieces of Jewelry and a 1.00ct Diamond in Danforth Diamond’s Super 6 Sweepstakes September 21, 2011
Posted by Jill Renee in : Buying Diamonds, Buying Engagement Rings, Diamond Jewelry, Diamonds, Engagement Rings, Jewelry, Wedding Jewelry, Win Diamond , 44comments
Danforth Diamond, your online engagement ring expert, is launching a facebook sweepstakes beginning September 19, 2011. Five lucky winners will receive fun and elegant silver or gold pieces from Danforth Diamond’s jewelry collection. A grand prize winner will receive a one carat cushion cut diamond!
Danforth Diamond offers a wide selection of classic solitaire, three stone, antique and designer engagement rings which are all offered in 14K gold, 18K gold, platinum and palladium. Even with this great selection of engagement rings, Danforth Diamond knows the importance of educating their customers on metal properties, the 4 C’s of diamonds and other tricks of the trade. Now, with a presence on Facebook, Danforth Diamond provides a social platform for customer’s that want to share their jewelry knowledge and buying experience
“Our goal with the extensive Learning Center on Danforth Diamond is to educate our customers on metals and diamonds so they can purchase with confidence,” said Jill Renee, president of Danforth Diamond. “Creating a vibrant facebook community will create a platform where our fans become teachers. We can’t think of a better way to create an excited fan base of jewelry fanatics than by giving away five pieces of jewelry and a 1.00 carat cushion cut diamond with almost perfect criteria!”
The one carat cushion cut diamond has an ideal cut with G color and VS1 clarity. There is no fluorescence, and it is GIA certified. The retail value of the diamond is $5,585. The first five prizes include a sterling silver bracelet with butterfly charms valued at $150, a sterling silver bracelet with three stretched oval gold dust links valued at $185, 14K two tone gold hoop earrings valued at $460, a sterling silver bracelet with ladybug charms valued at $230 and a 14K white gold diamond cluster necklace valued at $600. Drawings will occur every Monday for 6 weeks starting on October 10th! The grand prize winner will be drawn on November 14th and the winner will take home the diamond! To view all of the prizes please visit danforthdiamond.com.
Drawing will occur every Monday for 6 weeks, starting on October 10th! The grand prize winner will be drawn on November 14th and the winner will take home the 1 carat diamond!
To view images of the prizes, please visit http://www.danforthdiamond.com/super-6-sweepstakes.
GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!! Jill Renee
The Princess and The Diamond Tiara! August 10, 2011
Posted by Jill Renee in : Engagement Rings , 2commentsTiaras are the traditional symbol of royalty that we have ALL, at one point or another, dreamed of placing upon our head! Many of us use our wedding day to live out this dream and dress our veil with diamonds and gems galore.
While each and every woman looks like princesses on the day of her wedding, Princess Katherine played her role as a princess particularly well and wore a beautiful sparkling tiara on her wedding day. Princess Charlene, on the other hand, turned heads when she ditched the century old tradition and went with an updated look!
For her royal wedding, Kate Middleton dazzled in a 1936 Cartier diamond tiara loaned to her by Queen Elizabeth II. She wore the crown under her veil with her hair pulled up half way while she let the rest fall to her shoulders in beautiful curls. The tiara was purchased in 1936 by King George VI for his Dutchess (the Queen Mother). In turn, Queen Elizabeth II received the tiara from her mother on her 18th birthday.
However, I have to give it up for Charlene Wittstock who successfully and elegantly updated this century old traditional tiara! She adorned her look with a diamond hair piece created by Lorenz Baumer that contained eleven pear-shaped diamonds. This elegant piece rested on top of her low bun and peeped out from behind her ears and blonde hair. Her wedding gown featured a delicate embroidery and Swarovski crystals.
Bottom line, BOTH princesses looked beautiful on their wedding day!
JP or Ben, Who Will Get the Final Rose? August 1, 2011
Posted by Jill Renee in : Engagement Rings , 2commentsAshley Hebert, the Bachelorette of Season 7, has made it to her final two guys. Fans and viewers everywhere will get to see whether it is JP Rosebaum or Ben Flajinik that wins her heart. Here at Danforth Diamond, we are particularly excited to see the ring! It is rumored that Ashley will receive the biggest rock in Bachelorette history, a 4 carat diamond ring!
All season Ashley has had a special connection with both JP and Ben. However, this season has not been all grins and kisses. Ashley dealt with the disappointment caused by a participant who came on the show as a game and was never really interested in her. She said goodbye to the one she considered “her perfect guy” but lacked physical connection. She also had potential suitor make it to the final three and then walk away without an explanation.
As for the final two bachelors, Ashley has a true connection with both JP and Ben. She feels Ben is a fun and charming guy. She says that everything about him screams sexy. Regarding JP, she states that she loves the way he makes her feel and that the rest of the world does not matter when they are together. She also considers him extremely gorgeous and has the “best kisses.”
There are people who think she will pick Ben and there are people who think she will pick JP. I personally think that she will pick JP! In my opinion, they seem to have a stronger physical and emotional connection. After watching last night’s “Before the Final Rose” episode, my opinion was solidified when JP said that he could not wait until everything was out in the open and they could spend their lives together.
It will be interesting to see the finale tonight when Ashley’s family gets to meet the final two men. Rumor says that Ashley’s sister will advise against JP and that Ashley even had a better connection with Brad Womack (The Bachelor from last season who sent Ashley home after there were only three women left). Other rumors suggest that the man who is not chosen tonight is totally blindsided and actually shows his angry side.
Every fan of this season’s Bachelorette has his or her own guess of the winner. Watch tonight to see the ring and find out if your guess was correct!
Either way Ashley seemed legitimately happy in last night’s interview on “Before the Final Rose.” Everybody is ready to watch and hope that Ashley’s gets her fairytale ending. Tune into tonight to ABC at 8:00pm Eastern Standing Time.
Greening the Jewelry Industry – Danforth Diamond goes GREEN! June 13, 2011
Posted by Jill Renee in : Engagement Rings , 6commentsGOING GREEN is not merely a trend for yogis and hippies – it is a matter of social resp
onsibility that will not dissipate into the abyss. Companies and Corporations are now more than ever being held responsible for their actions towards the environment and their communities. This is an issue that can no longer be ignored.
In 2006, the movie Blood Diamond starring Leonardo DiCaprio brought the issue of diamond sourcing into the spotlight. The demand for ethically sourced diamonds immediately increased and the jewelry industry was forced to respond. The Kimberly Process which started in May of 2000 gained support beyond the realm of governments, industries and civil society as it became a household name. Danforth Diamond supports the Kimberley Process and will not buy or sell conflict or “blood” diamonds. This makes Danforth Diamond a registered StopBloodDiamonds.org jeweler.
Danforth Diamond also offers a unique brand of diamonds called Harmony Diamonds which are natural diamonds that were mined from the earth; however, these diamonds have already been introduced into the jewelry supply chain and sold back to a jeweler, pawn shop or refinery for resale. RENEW, REUSE, RECYCLE.
To learn more about Harmony Diamonds please visit: http://www.danforthdiamond.com/harmony-diamonds.
The jewelry industry has not escaped the pressure to embrace the green revolution. However, with the strong focus on conflict diamonds and blood diamonds, the public tends to ignore the environmental impact of precious metal production.
An engagement ring is more than just a diamond – consider the mining and manufacturing process. Danforth Diamond wedding jewelry is refined, not mined! Danforth Diamond is proud to carry the Harmony Metals line because we believe in supporting the global effort to preserve our planet’s future. When you buy an engagement ring or wedding ring at Danforthdiamond.com, you are also supporting this effort. Every one of our engagement rings and wedding bands are part of the Harmony Metals brand.
Love the earth as much as you love each other and purchase a ring made from harmony metal and gems!
To learn more about Harmony Metals please visit: http://www.danforthdiamond.com/recycled-metals.
Elizabeth Taylor the Jewelry Queen! April 27, 2011
Posted by Jill Renee in : Engagement Rings , 1 comment so farElizabeth Taylor was an inspiration, a beauty and a jewelry fanatic! Her impressive collection of massive diamonds, exotic pearls, and rare vintage gems, most of which were gifts from the men that adored her, rivals those of most royal households.
Over the course of her seventy-nine years, Elizabeth Taylor married seven different men and had many admirers who adorned her with jewelry. Her collection includes, a diamond tiara given to her by Mike Todd (3rd husband) and a 69.42 carat pear shape diamond set into a necklace given to her by Richard Burton (5th husband). Taylor wore the diamond Tiara for the first time during the Academy Awards when her husband’s movie A
round the World in 80 Days won Best Picture. Richard Burton was known for surprising Taylor with gifts of jewelry at random. His first gift to her was the 33.19 carat Asscher cut Krupp Diamond set into a ring.
She was not only a passionate jewelry collector, but Elizabeth Taylor was also very knowledgeable about precious stones. She could decipher the origin of the stone and it’s characteristics at first glance. Taylor discusses her love of jewelry in her book “Elizabeth Taylor: My Love Affair With Jewelry”.
It is rumored that Christie’s, a London based international auction house, will hold the auction of Taylor’s remarkable jewelry collection along with pieces from her art collection, wardrobe and other personal memorabilia. Her jewels alone are valued at $150 million. Much of the profit from this auction will most likely go to the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS foundation.
Even Kate Middleton must choose Dresses and Jewelry for her Bridesmaids! April 12, 2011
Posted by Jill Renee in : Engagement Rings, Jewelry, Wedding Jewelry , 1 comment so far
Kate Middleton has chosen five bridesmaids, ranging in age from five to twenty-five, to stand by her side as she officially becomes royalty. There is hype not only surrounding Kate’s gown but also surrounding the gowns of the bridesmaids. While some information about the wedding has been revealed, such the baker of the royal wedding cakes, we have received no information regarding the designer(s) of the bridesmaids’ gowns or the royal gown.
According to legend, the bride and her bridesmaids would dress alike in order to protect the bride from potential kidnappers. In the middle ages, men would often capture a bride from a neighboring town if there was a shortage of women within his community. It seems that the royals have loosely followed this tradition by modeling their bridesmaids’ dresses after their own. Princess Diana’s bridesmaids, mostly young girls, wore white dresses resembling the royal gown, especially in the sleeves. Also according to royal tradition, the same designer is used for all dresses, which naturally weaves a similar touch through all the gowns.
Perhaps Kate will stick with tradition and model her bridesmaid’s gowns after her own! For now, we will have to wait and see!
Speaking of bridesmaids, we are often asked, “When is the best time to hand out bridesmaids’ gifts?” We suggest handing out your bridesmaids gifts during the rehearsal dinner! Waiting until the day of the wedding may put more stress on you, which is the last thing you need on your wedding day! Also, a very popular gift to give bridesmaids is jewelry that they can wear on the day of the wedding! Check out our bridesmaids’ jewelry at danforthdiamond.com. Jewelry, especially pearl jewelry, is a gift that is useful for the wedding day and your bridesmaids’ can wear beyond the wedding day.
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5 Reasons Why Buying Online is NOT Scary… April 5, 2011
Posted by Jill Renee in : Jewelry , 2comments- Helpful and Knowledgeable Sales Representatives
- Better Value – 40% lower than retail stores
- 30-Day, No Questions Asked Return Policy
- More Selection – All Rings are Made to Order
- No Pressure
We understand the excitement and confusion that come along with buying an engagement ring! You search and search for the perfect ring that will take your girlfriend’s breath away yet you must stay within a reasonable budget. Visiting local jewelry stores allows you to talk to a sales representative face to face and to hold the jewelry in your hand but it also gives you fewer choices and you end up spending more money. 
Our sales representatives are always here to help you! They respond quickly to e-mails and phone calls and are happy to spend time with you on the phone to discuss any and all rings you may be considering. Our sales reps will pull up the picture and a sample ring (if it is available) and do the best they can to describe ring measurements and details. Also, our jewelers are in-house and can quickly respond to technical and theoretical questions. We can let you know if alterations can be made to the ring without going through a third party. This lets you easily create a unique and special ring that fits your exact personality.
Buying an engagement ring over the internet can be an intimidating and uncertain procedure but it also gives you the opportunity to get a better value on your engagement ring without sacrificing quality. Buying a ring from danforthdiamond.com will save you 40% off retail prices because of lower overhead, not lower quality! You pay 40% less because we don’t have to pay store leases. Yet we still demand high quality and carefully inspect every ring before it is sent out the door.
It may be difficult to trust web photography and grasp the true look of a ring from multiple images and rotating pictures. For this reason we offer a 30-day no questions asked return policy to give you the opportunity to inspect the ring yourself. Furthermore, our sales representatives are happy to take additional pictures and e-mail them to you or answer any questions you might have on the look or measurements of a ring. 
Because all of our rings are made to order, you have a much larger selection when buying online from danforthdiamond.com. If you find a ring on danforthdiamond.com or on any other site that you would like to adjust in order for it to be perfect, give us a call or send us an e-mail and we will see if we can make the ring you have in mind!
Buying online gives you ample time to peruse the site and thoroughly check each and every option WITHOUT the pressure to buy!
Keep the Sparkle in Your Eye! (how to clean your diamond engagement ring) March 22, 2011
Posted by Jill Renee in : Jewelry , 1 comment so farYou have a gorgeous sparkly diamond engagement ring on your finger and the metal shines like new fallen snow, here are some hints on keeping your engagement ring in tip top shape for a long time to come.
Once you come down from the high of being newly engaged regular life will resume. This means cooking, cleaning and work related activities. All of these things will dull the appearance of your engagement ring and diamond. The good news is that this can easily be kept in check with a few simple steps:
- Fill a small bowl with 1/3 cup of ammonia and 2/3 cups of hot tap water. If you are working near a sink, be sure to seal the drain to prevent losing your precious stones.
- Soak your engagement ring in the solution for about five minutes. To remove caked on dirt such as cooking sauces or play dough, soak your engagement ring for ten minutes.
- After your ring has soaked thoroughly, remove it from the solution and gently scrub the prongs and band with a soft toothbrush. Avoid scrubbing your diamonds directly because you may scratch them and do not use an old toothbrush because toothpaste remnants are too abrasive for your engagement ring!
- Rinse your ring under warm running water – make sure the drain is closed!
- Dry your ring on a clean soft cloth and enjoy the renewed sparkle of your engagement ring!
It is also a great idea to have the prongs that hold the diamonds in your engagement ring checked by a jewelry professional one time per year to make sure all is well and that none of the prongs have loosened up. A ring purchased from danforthdiamond.com and still under warranty comes with a free yearly cleaning and tightening. If you follow these simple suggestions your engagement ring will continue to look great year after happy year!
Mardi Gras Update from Danforth Diamond Team! March 16, 2011
Posted by Jill Renee in : Jewelry , add a commentOur time in New Orleans has been a blast so far! On Sunday we attended three parades, a barbeque, and a good ‘ol New Orleans style crayfish boil. The parades are unlike anything I have ever seen! It is a great tradition and so nice to see the community coming together with pride for the city of New Orleans. We have attended the parades held by the Krewe of Thoth, the Krewe of Endymion, and the Krewe Bacchus. The Krewe of Thoth was my favorite! Thoth is known for it’s generosity and creativity. They host very child friendly parade and their parade route passes the Children’s Hospital, a home for the blind, and a retirement community. The theme was “Thoth Goes to College” and each float was themed around a different major. The crowds were so excited as the cheered for the passing floats! The crayfish boil was something very new to me as well. It is a whole lot of work for a small amount of meat but well worth it! The cajun spices were the perfect addition to the boil! Today we are taking it easy and resting up for the big day!
Danforth Diamond Mardi Gras Contest! March 3, 2011
Posted by Jill Renee in : Jewelry , 2commentsAfter rummaging through my mother’s closet and scouring the racks of trendy discount stores, I am equipped with feathers, sequins and glitter galore! I will squeeze my swabs of purple, green and gold alongside my Danforth Diamond
Mardi Gras beads, business cards, ribbons, and other promotional items! I am excited not only to experience the thrill of Mardi Gras on Bourbon Street but I am also excited to commence the Danforth Diamond Mardi Gras Contest by handing out the first of thousands of purple bead necklaces. My friends and I will be passing out the first beads on March 8th at 8:00am during the Zulu Parade. After Zulu, we will head to the largest parade of the Mardi Gras celebration, the King’s parade! The Krewe of Rex hosts this elaborate parade at 10am in Uptown New Orleans. So look for us on the streets and visit danforthdiamond.com on March 8th! Anyone can register for the Danforth Diamond Mardi Gras Contest and have a chance of winning a diamond necklace! I can’t wait to see you all there! Kate and I are flying down to New Orleans on Saturday and will have to survive a full two days of parades before the marketing campaign and Danforth Diamond contest begins! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and the Danforth Diamond Blog to get an inside look at Mardi Gras in New Orleans!
