Troy Shoppe JewellersJune 24, 2024
The Introduction: A lady contacted us via our website. She wanted a custom design, “something different”. And could we use her old gold and diamonds? Responding by email at first with some questions about what she wanted, and we followed with some ideas. This led to her coming into the store. What to do with […]
read postMay 23, 2024
In a word, “YES, YES, YES!” There are a lot of things I love about diamonds. The rarity, the scintillation and of course the symbolism. But I also love color. And when it comes to gemstones, nature gives us unlimited choices. And when it comes to colored gemstones, sapphire is an excellent option. Is sapphire […]
read postMay 1, 2024
If you went into a wedding dress maker and asked them to make a custom dress, would they design a dress before you gave a deposit? If you wanted a custom-made home that was not in the builder’s portfolio, would you see the design before putting in a deposit? If you went to a professional; […]
read postApril 29, 2024
Before you can make the choice of a perfect engagement ring, you need to set out some guidelines. These are some points I offer, after more than four decades in the jewellery business to make the perfect selection: 1. Know something about the person wearing the ring. I can hear many of you saying, “I […]
read postMarch 13, 2024
Let me start by saying this is not a “Karen” dig because my wife’s name is Karen and a few months ago she asked a question that led me to write this blog. I have been performing all types of jewellery repairs from the first day I started in business back in 1980. I have been […]
read postMarch 8, 2024
According to online sites at least. I guess the answer to why Troy Shoppe Jewellers isn’t the most popular store in Calgary could be because not enough customers like us or know about us. Or it could be the way that various sites and magazines decide which store is most popular. This week, I was […]
read postNovember 2, 2023
Your jewellery is more than metal and gemstones. It’s personal. It’s a future heirloom. While sentimental value is irreplaceable, getting your jewellery insurance coverage is an extra level of care for some of your most cherished possessions. Insuring jewellery usually costs you 1-2% of the appraised value, per year. For example, a $5,000 ring may […]
read postSeptember 18, 2023
We love jewellery – especially when it sparkles! Have you ever noticed that your jewellery starts to look a bit dull and less sparkly after only a few days of wear? Everyday products like soap, shampoo, and moisturizer coat jewellery and make it look less shiny than it was originally. At Troy Shoppe Jewellers in […]
read postAugust 26, 2023
I do a lot of custom jewellery work. I love the engagement with the client and the creative experience. But have I had custom jobs that went bad or did not work? For sure! I can say that luckily it hasn’t happened too often. In fact, I keep track. In over four decades of doing custom […]
read postNovember 12, 2022
On this blog, we want to help you to understand the importance of the ring settings, to help you to find the perfect engagement ring and wedding band. To make an informed choice on your ring, and understand why is important to know the ring settings, you will need to do a little research. Luckily, […]
read postFiguring out the perfect ring size can be surprisingly tricky. There are many tips and tricks that can help with ring sizing. Many factors determine what the right size is and how to size your ring. The width and style of the ring play a huge role in how the ring fits on your finger. […]
read postSeptember 13, 2022
Sapphires are blue…yellow…pink…green…orange… Sapphire which is considered one of the big three gemstones (along with emerald and ruby), traditionally is thought to be blue by most people. In reality, sapphire is available in every colour of the rainbow. Exquisite examples of sapphire are truly amazing gemstones for their vibrant colour and brilliance. Is Sapphire a […]
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