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Why are some ring quotes higher than others? Part 2 – Will I be helped if I have a problem?

If the other jeweler gave you a less expensive quote, does that necessarily mean they’re cheaper? What about if you need to be helped with a problem? You see, just like after you buy a car, there can be expenses after you buy a piece of fine jewelry. With your car, you might get a ding on the door, the oil may need to..

Why are some ring quotes higher than others? Part 1 – Comparing Apples to Apples

Comparing Apples to Apples When you asked Laurie Sarah and another jeweler to give you a quote on your dream ring, they both came back with very different quotes. Why? Don’t assume that both jewelers quoted apples to apples. Check out this real life example shared by one of our clients who was shocked that Laurie Sarah was “almost twice as much” as the..

Laurie Sarah’s Colored Gemstone Grading System

UNDERSTANDING THE CLARITY OF YOUR GEMSTONE “So”, you might ask, “why does Laurie Sarah have their own Colored Gemstone Grading System?” Good question! Bottom line – unlike the diamond industry, the colored gemstone industry does not have its own standardized grading system. This is why you will see a variety of buzz words associated with colored gemstones that can sometimes contradict each other and..

Morganite Treatment – Is morganite treated?

We’re so glad you love Morganite! Here are some quick tips on Morganite Treatment. According to GIA, Morganite might be treated, or it might not be. If it is, only heat is used as a treatment which is a pretty generally acceptable treatment of most colored gems. Why would morganite be heat treated? As you can see in the stunning picture above, Morganite can..

“I took it to my local jeweler, and…”

Every once in awhile, we get an email from a client telling us that, “I went to my local jeweler, and they said bad things about my Laurie Sarah ring.” From there, the client goes on to describe any number of slanderous things the “jeweler” said. This is Laurie Sarah – Vent time! Here are some things to keep in mind if you choose..

Lifetime Care Plan from Laurie Sarah

LIFETIME CARE PLAN FROM LAURIE SARAH In this blog, Laurie Sarah answers the following: What is the Laurie Sarah Lifetime Care Plan? Is it free? What is covered under the Lifetime Care Plan? How can I help prevent warranty issues? How do I submit a warranty request? What happens after I submit my request? Should I get my jewelry insured? Can I have another..

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Emerald Cut Morganite – which size is right for your ring? Let Laurie Sarah help you choose!

We give you only the best in morganite! Eye clean, excellent luster, and gorgeous, rich color! This blog shows you all the different sizes of emerald cut we offer. It is shown with Morganite, but you can apply this to any gemstone or diamond you want. Don’t see the size you want? We can custom cut it for you! Each size is featured on..

Which color of Morganite goes best with which metal?

With Morganite created in so many gorgeous colors, how do you choose?? And what metal looks best with which color? This blog should help. As you scroll down, see if you can find the ones where the color of morganite is the same, but since it’s in a different color metal, look how it changes! And scroll all the way down to see the..

Should I choose Morganite or Sapphire for my Engagement Ring?

As jewelers in this business for over 4 decades, we often get asked if Morganite or Sapphire is better for an Engagement Ring. The answer is BOTH! But there are important things to know about each. In this blog, we’ll give you the information you need to make the decision that’s best for your Laurie Sarah Ring. VALUE When it comes to morganite colored..

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Laurie Sarah’s Basic Jewelry Care

Every piece of Laurie Sarah Jewelry you purchase is a fine work of art. Just like a priceless vase, or an expensive painting, knowing how to care for your art will minimize repairs and increase the longevity of your beautiful jewelry. The following is Laurie Sarah’s basic Jewelry Care Guide. So my husband and I (and my whole staff for that matter) get quite..