John Wallick Jewelers in Sun City AZ near Phoenix, Arizona now stocks Lashbrook wedding bands! Lashbrook Designs is a premier designer, manufacturer and distributor of performance and precious metal wedding bands.

Lashbrook makes 92% of their bands right here in the USA. With over ten different metals and 30,000 styles, we can create your dream ring. And if you don’t have a dream ring – start dreaming. Our jewelry store in Phoenix Arizona will be ready.

The most recent ring created by Lashbrook Designs and our customer’s dream was a signet style ring with the Marine Corp emblem on the top. It turned out absolutely beautiful! The customer was impressed and so were we!

The list of precious metals that can be used is endless. Some metals used are zirconium, titanium, cobalt, cobalt chrome, tungsten, ceramic, damascus steel, mokume and even wood. We have several bands you can add diamonds to. My favorite is the black titanium with diamonds.

The designs are limitless. Lashbrook Designs has won best awards for their wedding band line. Seeing IS believing. The wedding band line is awesome! Stop in to John Wallick Jewelers to see our display of Lashbrook Wedding Bands and pick out something or create your own combination for your dream wedding ring.

John Wallick Jewelers in Sun City near Phoenix, Arizona, can help you pick out and design your Lashbrook wedding band in Phoenix, AZ. We guarantee that it will be a wonderful addition to your jewelry collection.

We are located on the northwest corner of 99^th Avenue and West Bell Road, just 5 minutes west of Loop 101 in Sun City, Arizona near Phoenix, AZ. Visit us on our website – www.johnwallickjewelers.com, call us at 623-972-1000 or email us at j.wallick@hotmail.com

With everyone looking up their ancestry, it is only fitting that you have a Coat of Arms Signet Ring to go with your search. I know we are excited about the prospect of bringing this concept to our jewelry store in Sun City Arizona, near Phoenix AZ.

Coat of Arms Signet Rings are die struck with the finest hand engraving of crests, monograms, corporate logos and custom scenes. Bring pride back to your heritage and preserve it for generations to come.

The gift of a Coat of Arms Signet ring lasts forever! What’s a better way to preserve your heritage than by having your own family Crest to wear? Pick your metal from sterling silver to gold up to platinum. Come in today and let us help you preserve your heritage.

John Wallick Jewelers in Sun City near Phoenix, Arizona, can help you pick out and design your Coat of Arms Signet Ring. We guarantee that it will be a wonderful addition to your jewelry collection.

We are located on the northwest corner of 99^th Avenue and West Bell Road, just 5 minutes west of Loop 101 in Sun City, Arizona near Phoenix, AZ. Visit us on our website – www.johnwallickjewelers.com, call us at 623-972-1000 or email us at j.wallick@hotmail.com

The Pearl is the birthstone for June. At John Wallick Jewelers, in Sun City, Arizona, near Phoenix, AZ we carry beautiful, custom pearl jewelry of the finest varieties and pearl strands perfect for your bride to be.

You may have asked, “What is the difference between a natural pearl and a cultured pearl?”

The only difference is in the nature of the nucleus around which the pearly substance forms.

In natural pearls, sand particles or other foreign objects form the center and the oyster produces a nacreous layer to coat the foreign object to make it smooth. In cultured pearls, an artificial nucleus of shell is inserted into the oyster. The pearl forming process of both is identical, whether it is natural or man-made. Nacre begins to form layers of the precious bead.

Akoya or Japanese pearls come in a variety of colors; pink, silver, cream, gold, green and blue. Black pearls come from the black-lipped pearl oysters.

Fine pearls should have a smooth surface with very little blemishes and good luster. Pearls that look heavy will have a thick layer of nacre and should have lasting quality.

Seed pearls are genuine pearls used mostly for decoration of a piece of jewelry. They are round very tiny pearls with good luster.

Freshwater pearls are formed by inserting a nucleus in freshwater mussels. They are more reasonable than cultured pearls, but make very nice strands at a reasonable price point.

The oyster can secrete two to seven layers of nacre a day depending on the season and the water temperature.

When you see a fine pearl strand, it is knotted in between each pearl with silk thread. The knots and the silk thread prevent damaging the pearls.

The pearl is the birthstone for June. A pearl strand is the most popular piece of jewelry for a bride to wear on her wedding day with her wedding dress.  She may also complement the strand by wearing pearl earrings and a bracelet to match.

A strand of pearls is a must have for a woman. This organic gift from nature is most precious and it complements any outfit in your closet!

The care of pearls is relatively simple. You can clean them with a soft damp cloth and dry them off with a soft cloth. However, they are organic so you must use some precautions. Do not get hair spray or perfumes on your pearls. Do take care when putting them away and try to keep them in a box with a soft lining for protection.

John Wallick Jewelers in Sun City near Phoenix, Arizona, can help you pick out the ideal strand of pearls, pearl earrings or pearl rings. We guarantee that it will be a wonderful addition to your jewelry collection.

We are located on the northwest corner of 99^th Avenue and West Bell Road, just 5 minutes west of Loop 101 in Sun City, Arizona near Phoenix, AZ. Visit us on our website – www.johnwallickjewelers.com, call us at 623-972-1000 or email us at j.wallick@hotmail.com

The emerald is the birthstone for May. At John Wallick Jewelers, in Sun City, Arizona, near Phoenix, AZ we carry beautiful, affordable emerald jewelry including emerald earrings for Mother’s Day.

Emeralds are a variety of beryl exhibiting a particular shade of green. The top color is an intense medium-dark tone of slightly yellowish or bluish-green (sometimes referred to as grass green).

Most of the emeralds are now mined in Brazil, but also come from Columbia and South Africa along with a few other countries.

You can purchase Chatham emeralds at a much reduced price because they are the synthetic version. Chatham emeralds are durable and are very pleasing g to the eye.

Note: Emeralds should not be heated and should be cleaned in lukewarm water only.

Did You Know? Nero was said to have used emerald as a sunglass while viewing the chariot races. Emerald have also been said to have the ability to foretell future events. It was thought to strengthen the owner’s memory and quicken intelligence. Some believed that wearing an emerald would make one more economical and therefore, most likely to become wealthy. Women considered the jewel a protection against ills, particularly those of childbirth.

The step cut is the most popular and is also called the emerald cut.

If you are lucky enough to own a fine emerald, it will be one of your most prized pieces of jewelry!

John Wallick Jewelers has many emerald earring, rings, pendants and necklaces for May. It’s a perfect gift for a loved one born in May or for your mom on mother’s day.

We are located on the northwest corner of 99^th Avenue and West Bell Road, just 5 minutes west of Loop 101 in Sun City, Arizona near Phoenix, AZ. Visit us on our website – www.johnwallickjewelers.com, call us at 623-972-1000 or email us at j.wallick@hotmail.com

Mother’s Day

Show your appreciation for your mom this Mother’s Day, come on by John Wallick Jewelers in Sun City, Arizona, near Phoenix AZ and shop our large collection custom designed jewelry

You won’t be disappointed and neither will mom. For this Mother’s Day save 50% on all heart jewelry. Choose from a vast array of pendants with or without stones.

Mom gave you her heart when you were born. Give her a special heart on Mother’s Day in return. Let her know how much she means to you.

John Wallick Jewelers, in Sun City, AZ, near Phoenix, Arizona, is located on the northwest corner of 99^th Avenue and West Bell Road, just 5 minutes west of Loop 101 near Sun City West, Avondale, Glendale, Gilbert, Litchfield Park, Peoria and Surprise, AZ. We are your local Arizona Jewelry store. Visit us on our website – www.johnwallickjewelers.com, call us at 623-972-1000 or email us at j.wallick@hotmail.com.

DIAMONDS, DIAMONDS, DIAMONDS

Diamonds are not only a girl’s best friend it is the April gemstone.  You can see all sizes and cuts of diamonds at John Wallick Jewelers in Sun City Arizona near Phoenix, AZ.

What are the Four C’s of diamonds?

The Four C’s of diamonds are cut, color, caret weight and clarity. Let us clarify them for you.

Diamond Cut:

A good cut enables a diamond to make the best use of light. A fully cut diamond has 58 facets, which are small, flat, polished surfaces cut into a diamond. When a diamond is in proper proportion, light is reflected from one facet to another and then dispersed through the top of the stone. Cuts that are too deep or too shallow allow light to escape before reflecting through the top of the stone. At John Wallick Jewelers we feature Ideal Cut Diamonds in Phoenix Arizona.

Diamond Color:

A diamond is the only stone which the absence of color makes the stone more valuable. A colorless diamond acts as a prism to form a rainbow of colors, commonly called “fire”. The information below shows the diamond color range from colorless to a degree of yellow tint. Below is GIA standard of grading diamonds.

D, E & F – Colorless

G, H, I & J – Near Colorless

K, L & M – Faint Yellow

O, P, Q & R – Very Light Yellow

S, T, U, V W, X, Y & Z – Light Yellow

Diamond Carat Weight:

Diamonds can be found in all shapes and sizes. The size of a diamond is determined by its weight in carats. A carat is divided into 100 points, so a diamond of 75 points is .75 carats or 3/4 of a carat. Larger diamonds are rarer and command a higher price. While size is an obvious factor in determining the value of a diamond, bigger in not necessarily better. All four C’s should be considered.

Diamond Clarity:

Most diamonds contain inclusions. Inclusions are natural birthmarks and considered nature’s fingerprints on the diamond. A diamond’s clarity is determined under 10 power magnification by a trained eye, taking into account the number, size, type and location of the inclusions. The fewer inclusions in a diamond, the more valuable it is. Grading information stated below.

FL (Flawless (extremely rare)

IF (Internally Flawless (rare)

VVS-1-VVS-2 (Very, very slightly included)

VS-1-VS-2 (Very slightly included)

SI-1 to SI-2 (Slightly included)

I (Eye visible inclusions)

John Wallick Jewelers, in Sun City, Arizona, near Phoenix, AZ, has exquisite ideal cut diamonds, beautiful diamond rings, diamond earrings and diamond pendants in all price ranges sure to match your budget. Do you have diamond jewelry but do not know it’s value or worth, bring them in to have them appraised based on the Four C’s of diamonds

We are located on the northwest corner of 99^th Avenue and West Bell Road, just 5 minutes west of Loop 101. Visit us on our website – www.johnwallickjewelers.com, call us at 623-972-1000 or email us at j.wallick@hotmail.com

Aquamarine is the birthstone for March and is blue to greenish blue in color and is classified as beryl. Aquamarine has a hardness of 7 ½ to 8 and the word aquamarine comes from the Latin for sea water.  Aquamarines can be easily worn in rings, pendants and earrings.

Did You Know: In 1910, a 243 pound Aquamarine crystal was found in Brazil.

Derived from the Latin word aquamarines, meaning seawater, aquamarine is known as the gem of the sea. It was believed to keep sailors safe and guard against storms as well as bring hope, health, harmony and happiness. March’s birthstone, aquamarine is also the recognized gift for the 18^th wedding anniversary, believed to reawaken love, kindle friendships and elevate the spirit. Gem of youthful outlook, aquamarine glints the fresh young-at-heart qualities of those who wear it.

Sister to emerald and a member of the beryl family, aquamarine is known for its range of serene, oceanic shades from pastel to medium light blue-green or light green to a deep blue. Even aquamarine’s blues have a green tinge. The color of aquamarine can be quite intense in larger sizes, while it is often less vivid in smaller ones. Differences in shade and depth of color have an effect on its value. A gem that is a deep blue and void of internal birthmarks is considered most valuable.

Aquamarine is routinely heated to remove yellow components. To clean aquamarines use warm soapy water and a soft brush. Mechanical cleaners are generally safe. Avoid contact with harsh chemicals. Ask your jeweler for details regarding special enhancements and care.

At John Wallick Jewelers, in Sun City, Arizona, near Phoenix, AZ have exquisite aquamarine earrings. Our aquamarines are absolutely beautiful, 8mm round brilliant cut, set in 14kt white gold and these have fabulous color and sparkle.

John Wallick Jewelers, in Sun City, Arizona, near Phoenix, AZ, has beautiful aquamarine rings, aquamarine earrings and aquamarine pendants in all price ranges sure to match your budget.

We are located on the northwest corner of 99^th Avenue and West Bell Road, just 5 minutes west of Loop 101. Visit us on our website – www.johnwallickjewelers.com, call us at 623-972-1000 or email us at j.wallick@hotmail.com

St. Patrick’s Day

March 17 means it’s time to color the town green by saving you on the green in your wallet. We have great gifts in our St. Patricks Day leprechaun chest, a pot of gold of savings. Emerald jewelry is abound at John Wallick Jewelers near Phoenix, AZ.

Come into our jewelry store in the metro Phoenix Area and check out our St. Patrick’s Day Sales. Special prices of half off all green jewelry including:

Emerald ring, 4.66 carats emerald cut surrounding by 20 round brilliant cut diamonds totaling 1.06 carats in 18kt white gold. Regular price $13,800.00 Sale Price $6,900.00.

Emerald earrings: Pear shape in 14kt white gold, 0.65 carats in emeralds with two diamond accents.

Regular  price $795.00 Sale price $398.00.

Emerald snowflake design earrings in 14kt yellow gold with 0.76 carats of emeralds and 0.22 carats in diamonds.

Regular price $1,065.00 Sale price $533.00.

Emerald trillion cut earrings, 0.90 carats total weight in yellow gold.

Regular price $1,425.00 Sale price $713.00.

Oval Chatham emerald pendant in yellow gold, 0.40 carats.

Regular price $389.00 Sale price $195.00

Peridot ring in 14kt yellow gold, oval cut, 3.39 carats.

Regular price $695.00 Sale price $348.00
Don’t miss out on our St. Patrick’s Day Specials in Sun City near Phoenix at John Wallick Jewelers

Since 1992, John Wallick Jewelers, in Sun City, AZ, near Phoenix, Arizona have custom designed jewelry for you and your loved ones. We offer appraisals, mounting, jewelry repair and buy and sell gold. Call us at (623) 972-1000. Contact us by email at j.wallick@hotmail.com. Visit us at http://www.johnwallickjewelers.com. We are located on the northwest corner of 99^th Avenue and West Bell Road, just 5 minutes west of Loop 101 near Sun City West, Avondale, Glendale, Gilbert, Litchfield Park, Peoria and Surprise, AZ. We are your local Arizona Jewelry store.

Valentine’s Day

Come into our jewelry store in the metro Phoenix Area and check out our Valentine’s Day Sales. Save 50% on all red gemstone jewelry for your valentine. Choose from beautiful ruby rings, bracelets, earrings, garnet and red tourmaline jewelry. In addition, save 50% on all heart jewelry. Save now through Valentines Day at John Wallick Jewelers in Sun City near Phoenix. Don’t miss out on these specials, savings and sales on gifts for your loved one.

Since 1992, John Wallick Jewelers, in Sun City, AZ, near Phoenix, Arizona have custom designed jewelry for you and your loved ones. We offer appraisals, mounting, jewelry repair and buy and sell gold. Call us at (623) 972-1000. Contact us by email at j.wallick@hotmail.com. Visit us at http://www.johnwallickjewelers.com. We are located on the northwest corner of 99^th Avenue and West Bell Road, just 5 minutes west of Loop 101 near Sun City West, Avondale, Glendale, Gilbert, Litchfield Park, Peoria and Surprise, AZ.

How Are Pearls Formed?

Pearls are cultured by introducing a bead or piece of mantle-tissue into a mollusk, being lowered into the water in cages and monitored for approximately four years. Cultured pearls form just as natural pearls do, i.e., layers of nacre form around the irritant. The main physical difference in the finished pearl is the size of the nucleus. The nucleus of a cultured pearl is considerably larger than that of a natural pearl and can be separated by x-ray.

At one time, pearl was considered a royal gem, and rightfully so. Some of our early ancestors believed that a drop of dew falling into the sea was caught by an open mollusk and formed into a pearl. When the weather was poor, a dark pearl formed and when the weather was good, a lovely light pearl formed.

There are many different shapes of cultured pearls. They can be round, baroque, oval and many other shapes and sizes.

Pearls also come in a variety of colors; pink pearls, cream pearls, white pearls, silver pearls, black pearls, brown pearls and many have different colors of overtones.

Pearls go with everything! No matter what you are wearing, you can throw on a strand of pearls and it looks great and you are right in style.

Every woman needs pearls to complete their jewelry collection. Choose from pearl pendants, pearl earrings and pearl strands.

Stop by John Wallick Jewelers today to experience our large selection of cultured pearls. We have pearls in stock in every price range to fit your budget.

John Wallick Jewelers, in Sun City, AZ, near Phoenix, Arizona, is located on the northwest corner of 99^th Avenue and West Bell Road, just 5 minutes west of Loop 101 near Sun City West, Avondale, Glendale, Gilbert, Litchfield Park, Peoria or Surprise, AZ. We are your local Arizona Jewelry store. Visit us on our website – www.johnwallickjewelers.com, call us at 623-972-1000 or email us at j.wallick@hotmail.com.