September 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 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! Luckily, it hasn’t happened too often. I fact, I keep track. In over four decades of doing custom work, I can say […]
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 […]
read postJuly 30, 2022
Short answer is yes…but! You can if you understand that opals while incredibly beautiful are a softer gemstone that are more prone to breaking and scratching. If you are a person that is very diligent and careful, you can wear an opal in your engagement ring. Truthfully, it is more likely you are not that […]
read postFebruary 28, 2022
I am very fortunate. I live in a great city; have all the comforts I want and have been in a great industry for just over 40 years. Lately, people that come into my store tell me how crazy the world has become. In a world where any and every subject creates a polarity of […]
read postAugust 11, 2021
OK guys you decided to ask her to marry you. You went out and did all the “stuff” to get her an engagement ring…she said yes, and now guess what? You aren’t finished. You have to get bands…yes that means one for you too. Yup, you kinda have to. Most women do not like the […]
read postAugust 7, 2021
A Jeweller’s Opinion on Lab Created Diamonds I don’t want to belittle man made, artisan created or lab created diamonds (LCDs). What I would like to offer is a quick overview of these diamonds. Natural Mined Diamonds x Lab Created Diamonds First, LCDs are the same as natural diamonds in chemical composition. Do they look […]
read postMay 26, 2021
“You know what they say about small diamonds? Small tips!” Today’s bride looking for ever thinner rings set with diamonds has created a demand for new looks. Diamonds less than 1mm in diameter are being set in micro-claw settings. Not only are the diamonds small but the gold holding these diamonds onto the ring is […]
read postDecember 17, 2020
Holiday Gift Buying Guide 2020: No She Doesn’t Want A Heart Pendant. This one is aimed at the guys, on behalf of girls everywhere. As we all shop from home and browse online this holiday season, men everywhere are being tempted by the heart shaped pendant. Every girl has one… or 3, and it reminds […]
read postDecember 9, 2020
As many of my clients have come to know, every year in late November, I celebrate my business anniversary. When I started out in 1980, it was a peculiar start. I did not have four walls and had trouble with a fire marshal. I opened for less than half a day on the 22nd of […]
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