Sapphires in September

Can you believe that it is already September!? With that means it is time to celebrate and spoil those born this month with sparkling blue sapphires.

 

So what is it that makes a sapphire so unique?

"I am a sapphire, the world rests upon my shoulders. The ancients have said that the blue of the wide heavens reflects my image; beyond blue my brilliant colors are as varied as the sunrise. I have been a talisman to emperors, saints and sorcerers. I have inspired Buddhist monks to pray and Hindus believe I will unite humanity with the heavenly spheres. Wear me with sincerity for I am the symbol of truth, and I will protect you always." - American Gem Society

Pearls: Timeless & Stylish

Anne Hathaway
The Devil Wears Prada

 

Coco Chanel
Fashion Designer

It's June, the month of pearls!

Reese Witherspoon
Legally Blonde

Some people believe that pearls are still too "old-fashioned" or not trendy enough, I can't disagree more. They are timeless and classic. Just take a look at the leading women of today, and a few style icons from the past that have chosen to wear pearls. Whether they wear a single strand or layers, the look can be trendy or classic and chic.

So ladies, this month why not give pearls a chance!

Kristin Davis
Sex and the City

Scarlett Johansson
Actress

Karlie Kloss
Model

The cast of Mad Men

Sarah Jessica Parker
Sex and the City: The Movie

Laura Mease
Wedding Stylist

The Kennedy's
Wedding Day

- Measetique

A Fabulous Diamond Appraiser Just Got Better!

How can you go wrong with diamonds?!

Well, it’s impossible when they are being appraised by Martin Mease, at Measetique Jewels. Martin just came back from a convention with the Independent Jeweler’s Organization (IJO) where he was recognized as a Master Graduate Gemologist. Congratulations to Martin on this prestigious position!

The IJO began in 1972, and has since become the largest buying group in the world. The members of IJO provide customers with expertise, knowledge, trust, honesty, integrity and the core of the IJO, the “Brilliance You Deserve®.”


Measetique Jewels is proud to be the IJO Certified Gem Lab and Certified Diamond Grader in the Kansas City  area. It is a top value of Measetique’s to provide customers with high fashion jewels in high quality, at the best prices.

Martin stays on top of the most current happenings in the Independent Jeweler’s Organization and jewelry world by attending 2 trade shows put on by the organization each year.




Martin Mease M.G.G., C.G.A., G.G.
Measetique Jewels







Purchase Jewelry on a Cruise

Think twice before you leave your money in a foreign country.  The cruise lines do a great job of helping promote jewelry purchases by their recommended jewelry sources at ports of call.  Make sure they disclose what their financial interest is in the transactio. The guarantees don't mean much after they have your money.  The jewelry stores and cruises make it virtually impossible to get your money back when you return to the states.  Rarely have I ever seen anyone get a good deal while on a cruise, unfortunate that I have to be the bearer of bad news, once the excitement wears off when landed on US ground.  Tough to explain to family members how you got sucked into such a bad deal.   Don't ever spend over $200 when on a vacation cruiseline at least it won't be your life savings. Remember, not much in the way of jewelry comes from the islands, so why the great deal?  Be sure to get your jewelry appraisal as soon as you get home.

Is My Jewelry Worth Anything?

Find out at the upcoming Appraisal Fair hosted by KCPT.  Marty Mease, Kansas City's only C.G.A, will be a jewelry appraiser at the upcoming KCPT Appraisal fair on April 30th.  Be sure to bring your jewelry for Marty to give you valuable information about it.  Is it real? What is it worth? Bring your jewelry and get the answers!

Valentine's Day-Is it Just a Card and Candy Holiday or Can it Include a Jewelry Bobble?

Guys, you don't have to go all out for the day, but it doesn't hurt to spend your hard earned money on something that might last past the weekend, especially if you expect her to last past the weekend! 

Sterling Silver and Diamond Necklace



Silver Filigree Heart



Sterling Silver Heart Pendant and Chain

Silver isn't that expensive!

Cheapest Price for a Jewelry or Diamond Appraisal

When calling around for the cheapest price for a jewelry or diamond appraisal, you may want to think about what it costs you in insurance premiums for the overvaluation of the appraisal value of your jewelry. Worse yet, not receiving the correct amount if you should have a loss of your valuable jewelry when it is undervalued.  Be sure to check not only the gemological credentials of the person who will perform your jewelry or diamond appraisal, but also the credentials as a jewelry valuation expert.



Gemological Appraisal Lab