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In this, Jorge Adeler, a jewelry designer for over 45 years, explains the main difference between white gold and platinum. We encourage you to click on the video, but if you would like a quick read, check out the transcript below. “When designing engagement rings, I am often asked, what is the difference between platinum […]
The new movie experience in the Tysons Galleria finally opened after numerous delays last fall. Boasting a unique movie-going experience, this cinema combines the best features of a restaurant and cinema. The Cinebistro features its Stone Sports bar, where you can enjoy drinks and food and catch your favorite sports team playing. The sports bar […]
Jorge Adeler, Jewelry designer, answers the commonly asked question: How long does it take to design a piece of custom jewelry? When I’m asked how long it takes to design custom jewelry design. I will generally say that the appointment should take between 45 minutes to an hour and fifteen, depending on the complexity of […]
The Great Falls Grange is a historic events venue in the heart of Great Falls, Virginia. Built in 1929, this building was established as building #738 of the Fraternal Order of Husbandry. Farmers founded the order to promote the farmer’s voice and symbolize the commitment to community involvement and progress. Now owned by the Fairfax […]
In daily life, you often only see one kind of ring worn, symbolizing people’s marriage or engagement with each other. But based on history and cultural beliefs, people can take different meanings from wearing rings on different fingers. So to help you understand these differences, here is the purpose of wearing rings on different fingers. […]
People have treasured diamonds throughout history, and some of the world’s most famous diamonds are still revered today. Diamonds are prized for their incredible sparkle and brilliance, their beauty and rarity have made them symbols of wealth and luxury. This blog post will explore some of the most famous diamonds, from the Koh-i-Noor diamond to […]
With the New Year come countless opportunities to explore the great outdoors. There are plenty of winter activities in and around Great Falls to enjoy in the crisp, cold air. From snow tubing and ice skating to winter hikes and tours of monuments, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. If you are looking for a […]
Every year trends change and flow, allowing you to change up your collection and express yourself in different ways. So without a long introduction, let’s jump into the key Jewelry trends for 2023. Statement Pendants Statement pendant necklaces are currently trending this year. With this accessory, you certainly can transform any look into a masterpiece. […]
The history of Garnet Birthstones are designated each month and are fun and great gift ideas to give to others, or if you believe it, they are supposed to bring good luck, good health, and protection when wearing them. To start the new year is the January birthstone garnet. It comes from the Latin word […]
Happy New Year! We hope you and your family enjoyed a wonderful Holiday Season with family and friends. We are excited to welcome the New Year with a fun return to in-store events and experiences and lots of wonderful new designs to inspire and tempt 🙂 Stop by and say Hi! Fairfax January Events DMV […]
Bringing in the new year means there are loads of events going on on new years eve! So many to choose from, and you might find yourself, like many others, not knowing what you will be doing yet. So here are five new years events near great falls to bring in the new year with […]
What is the difference between a certificate and an appraisal? A certificate is a document issued by a gem laboratory that describes the quality of a loose gem in terms of origin, color, and clarity and does not imply value. It just indicates whether it is authentic or not. Well, an appraisal, a jewelry appraisal […]
Winter brings all sorts of new activities to participate in and have fun. One of the timeless activities that winter brings is ice skating. Finding quality ice skating rinks nearby can be challenging, so we wanted to provide some assistance. Here are five places to Ice-skate in northern Virginia. Reston Town Center Ice Rink At […]
Jewelry makers utilize diamonds for their pieces all over the world. Consistently of the most expensive stones in the world, natural-colored diamonds rule the jewelry space. But natural-colored diamonds or white diamonds are not the only kinds that exist. Colored diamonds are naturally formed and used in many jewelry pieces. We wanted to tell you […]
How is a ring resized? There are two ways I can resize your ring. One is stretching, and the other one is cutting. If I stretch, it’s doable, but it puts the band’s durability at risk. If I cut and add gold to it or cut and subtract gold if I need to make it […]
With the beginning of winter approaching quickly, there is a whole new bunch of seasonal activities to do that will be opening soon, if not already. The coming of winter brings snow which brings the arrival of snowsports! If you live in Virginia and are looking for some winter thrills, here are five places to […]
I’m Jorge Adeler Have been designing jewelry for over 45 years in northern Virginia, and I receive tons of questions. Today the question is, what is the difference between Yellow Gold and White Gold? Well, both start with yellow gold, but in white gold, you alloyed the gold with nickel, zinc, silver, and metals that […]
Gemstones are some of the most expensive items in the world. When searching for the most costly gems, the lists you come across are primarily diamonds. Instead of making another diamond list, here is a list of the top 5 most expensive Birthstones ever sold at auction. 5. Elizabeth Taylors Brooch Emerald The most expensive […]
Christmas season is started officially by the Annual Great Falls celebration of lights coming up on December 4th. Presented by the Celebrate Great Falls Foundation the event will begin at 3 pm. Located on the village field this event will have a host of activities including Animals, snacks, and Santa Claus! To start, enjoy pony […]
I’m Jorge Adeler, and I’ve designed jewelry for over 45 years in northern Virginia. I have received a lot of questions, and today I would like to answer the question: What is Rhodium plating? When you finish working with platinum or white gold, you usually dip it in the rhodium product. Click on the video […]
The history of birthstones is a long one. In modern times each month has at least one, if not more, stone to represent each month. But the history truly started back in the book of Exodus in the Bible, where the breastplate of Aaron is described with 12 different gemstones. It is said that these […]
Great Falls is home to a variety of great food options from cultures all around the world. Subsequently, we thought it might be helpful to compile some of our top picks for some of the best food spots in the area to help you decide your next night out. In no particular order, here are […]
The question of how to clean diamond jewelry can come up a lot in the jewelry business. While it may seem daunting, it can be accomplished quite easily. Following these steps, you can incorporate jewelry cleaning into a routine. Here is how to clean diamond jewelry and keep your diamonds shining. Step 1: Deciding on […]
Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful and fill our bellies with delicious food. But it is also a great opportunity to participate in the community, whether it’s cheering on your family members or running/walking a race yourself, Turkey trots are an amazing way to get involved with the community and support those who need […]
