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Gem week on Shop

CalminHeart — Fri, 10 Jan 2014 21:27:42 GMT

Gem Week starts on Shop today. I'll be anxious to see what shows up through the week.

I'm in shock though...they actually let Sonia Bitton bring in some of her gold pieces!

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ennui1 — Fri, 10 Jan 2014 21:46:31 GMT

On 1/10/2014 CalmInTheHeart said:
I'm in shock though...they actually let Sonia Bitton bring in some of her gold pieces!

I thought all her items were simulated ... do they feature simulated diamonds in Gem Week?

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ilovegreengems — Fri, 10 Jan 2014 22:27:56 GMT

Ennui- in the old days there was a lot of real gold and diamonds on Shop- Sonia B had her line called "Galerie de Bijoux"; high quality diamonds and gemstones in 14 or 18K gold. I only have two items form that line; some diamond hoop earrings and a rose gold necklace with small diamonds, both bought at low clearance prices. Couldn't afford most of her stuff then, and certainly can't now!

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Shogirl — Fri, 10 Jan 2014 23:06:19 GMT

Yes, I'm loving Gem Week! Seems like it's been forever that they've had one. I'm so sick of electronics on all 3 channels, I just can't stand it!!

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jewelicious1 — Fri, 10 Jan 2014 23:08:56 GMT

I was watching Shop yesterday and Chuck said they are going to be bringing in more real gold this year. Also, gem day does not use simulated stones. Sometimes they substitute white zircon for diamonds, but zircon is a genuine stone and has a refractive index almost as good as a diamond.

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twocent — Fri, 10 Jan 2014 23:14:42 GMT

On 1/10/2014 Shogirl said:
Yes, I'm loving Gem Week! Seems like it's been forever that they've had one. I'm so sick of electronics on all 3 channels, I just can't stand it!!

ITA!!!! Just love watching "the three Amigos !!!!!
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LexPex — Fri, 10 Jan 2014 23:20:23 GMT

I will have to check it out. I have earrings from Sonia Bitton from the old days. White gold and diamond hoop earrings

I have ordered some things during the past eight months but for some reason end up returning. Not sure I am in love with the palladium although I like the look of it. I had two rings that were very rough and just recently returned a pair of earrings that I loved but they were longer and the settings were rough and kept catching on the dress that I had on. They weren't cheap either. $300+

I am sure I will watch.....they really have some wonderful stones

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ennui1 — Fri, 10 Jan 2014 23:40:14 GMT

On 1/10/2014 ilovegreengems said:
Ennui- in the old days there was a lot of real gold and diamonds on Shop- Sonia B had her line called "Galerie de Bijoux"; high quality diamonds and gemstones in 14 or 18K gold.

I'm confused, because CalmInTheHeart said SB was bringing in some real gold for Gem Week, but when I search under her name, it all appears to be simulated.

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LexPex — Fri, 10 Jan 2014 23:57:48 GMT

You are right, Ennui1 since I went and checked because Sonia did some really lovely pieces years ago....most of which I couldn't afford.

Honestly, I was fortunate to be able to purchase gold and gold with gem jewelry years ago. Now it is hard for me to justify spending $$$$.I just purchased two pieces of diamonique which I am surprisingly happy with and I love some of the stones that ShopHQ shows and they are in my price range. I think it is fun to watch and imagine you, ennui1, as a REAL jewelry person also would enjoy it.

Did you have to change your moniker? Wasn't there and ennui?

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LexPex — Sat, 11 Jan 2014 00:23:58 GMT

This is called the diamond face ring or something like that....also in white gold. $3K+ I like it...funky

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ilovegreengems — Sat, 11 Jan 2014 01:14:38 GMT

I have that face ring in brilliante- it is a quirky ring; I don't wear it much!

Last time I looked, the genuine gold and diamond items were online under "Galerie de Bijoux."

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StarryNight — Mon, 13 Jan 2014 16:58:25 GMT

Hi ladies! I have yet to make a purchase on SHOP, but I have my eye on a few of the Italian Designs With Stefano pieces. Was wondering if anyone has anything by Stefano and if you wouldn't mind sharing your opinion on his jewelry?

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catprincess — Mon, 13 Jan 2014 20:13:42 GMT

I've been DVRing most of it and am quite disappointed in the jewelry and the very high prices! Chuck had a beautiful Kunzite show-most set in 14K and running in the $1000.00s! Judy Crowell kept popping up on all of Paul Deasy's shows-shes the most obnoxious person-the last time with her cat! I bought some of Chuck's diamond bangles on the Christmas shows at a much lower price! If this is 2014s pricing I doubt I will buy much!

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Lucky Charm — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 02:34:43 GMT

I bought the huge Gem Insider ring. Never bought sterling before and am paranoid it'll tarnish. Mine is the prasiolite and it's light (color) for sure, but still very pretty. For $67 bucks it's like costume jewelry. How I wish someone would have the guts to put huge emerald cut stones in white or yellow gold and no other tiny little 'enhancing' stones.

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Lucky Charm — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 02:36:31 GMT

I also bought a very nice cross during the gem event even though it's 14k and no gemstones. It's rather large, nice weight and a quarter inch thick. From Stefano and no shipping the day I purchased it. Sweet!

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SANNA — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 03:21:53 GMT

Hi ladies,

I purchased Michael Valetutti's big garnet ring which I am still waiting for.

Also I got Michelle Albala's sky blue topaz pear shape ring, I've received it already and it's a keeper, so different, elegant, looks like unusual evil eye.

Good luck with your treasures, ladies ! Do share, please.

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Kachina624 — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 04:26:02 GMT

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doglover3 — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 04:55:59 GMT

On 1/10/2014 jewelicious1 said:
I was watching Shop yesterday and Chuck said they are going to be bringing in more real gold this year. Also, gem day does not use simulated stones. Sometimes they substitute white zircon for diamonds, but zircon is a genuine stone and has a refractive index almost as good as a diamond.

zircons are my favorite stone along with neon apatite which I also love. I took a chance and ordered some of his zircons in sterling that are platinum coated. I can't wear sterling, never could but am hoping with the platinum I will be able to since they aren't something I will live in and certainly take off when washing my hands. I just couldn't resist some and the prices, wow, great and on 6 payments everything, can't wait till I get them.

for my 16 th birthday, long long time ago, my parents got me a birthstone ring with white zircons framing it, lovely, still wear it and ever since, zircons have been my stone of choice.

Forgot to add, love Michael V and his gems en vogue line, have quite a few of his rings.

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AliJoi5 — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 06:43:20 GMT

Hi ladies... Congratulations on all of your new purchases! I've never ordered from Michael V. before, as I usually try to avoid vermeil because I worry that the plating will eventually wear. But I was really intrigued by one of his pieces that debuted tonight (137-678), and I thought the gold accents worked beautifully with the turquoise stones and eternity design. So now I'm wondering what everyone thinks about the quality of his pieces? How do they wear? Do you find the silver palladium alloy to be more tarnish resistant than your typical sterling? I'd appreciate any input you seasoned ShopHQ'ers could provide! Thanks!

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moonstone dunes — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 07:26:51 GMT

I have Chuck's NYC ii pieces from the "old" SHOP. Colors of Sapphire set in Platinum over SS ; an Effy ruby band ring in gold, very pretty.

I recently ordered a Sonia ring in diamond simulant pave set in palladium. Made well but not believable with the rainbow play of light. Blingy and fake looking.

If you want the real deal, there are scads of original (gold and gems) Chuck, Sonia, Effy, Carlo Viani on ebay. Sonia's multi-row, bezel-set flex ring - gorgeous.

Here's a Michael V. offering - in gold:

Sonia B buckle band ring w/diamonds: