Happy Holiday

We would like to wish everyone out there a Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday Season. We here at Penn Diamond Exchange have had a tremendous season and have sold out of some of our incredible deals. Not to worry, we’ve also received new inventory that will be made into Diamond Studs, Pendants, Tennis Bracelets, and Eternity Bands just in time for those amazing last minute deals. Just remember the last day to receive your order by Christmas eve is Tuesday the 23^rd.

Who We Are & What We Wear

Have you ever wondered what the people you buy your diamonds from wear? Or have you even ever wondered what these people even look like?
Well now here at PennDiamondExchange we've answered both those questions for you. Thanks to our presence on YouTube we're now able to show you who we are and what we buy and are wearing.
Our manager, Marc, got married on the 20th of September and we've posted a video of the diamond wedding band and diamond engagement ring that he gave his wife here. He also gave her a diamond tennis bracelet during their rehersal dinner and that video is here.
Stay tuned for more videos of what the crew at PennDiamondExchange is wearing.

No Payment For 90 Days

PennDiamondExchange has teamed up with Paypal to offer a very special promotion. Now you can buy diamonds and not pay for them for 90 days. Just imagine, you can make her dream come true this holiday season and not pay for it until Valentines day.

Offer is valid on all items including diamond studs, eternity bands, tennis bracelets, and diamond rings, gifts under $1500, and gifts under $500 (excluding gift cards) with a price between $50 and $1500.

Please visit Paypal's site for more details or click here.

YouTube

Penn Diamond Exchange now has YouTube videos. A selection of jewelry that we have made into movies to display some of our inventory. We have movies of Engagement Rings, Three Stone Rings, Tennis Necklaces, Diamond Studs, Tennis Bracelets, and Eternity Bands. Please take a look and give us some feed back.

Layaway Program

Times are tough. We know this. We are reminded everyday how bad the economy is by the nightly news and the roller coaster ride that is the stock market. However, the holidays are still right around the corner.

Penn Diamond Exchange is making it easier than ever to purchase that special diamond holiday gift. We are offering our biggest promotion and layaway offer ever. Here it is:

- 10% off some items***
- 5% down
- You make the layaway terms
- Item ships overnight at no additional charge the day the final payment is
received

Offer good for: Diamond Studs, Diamond Tennis Bracelets, Diamond Tennis Necklaces, Diamond Eternity Bands, Loose Diamonds, And Engagement Rings

Here's an example:
- 2.00-2.05ct studs D-F color SI3/I1 clarity at regular price is $2,250.00
- 10% off price = $2,025.00
- 5% down the day of the purchase = $101.25
- Make payments any way you'd like through Dec. 23, 2008
- Item ships overnight at no charge for delivery the next day

Drastic times call for drastic measures. We here at Penn Diamond Exchange have answered the call and made it easier and more affordable than ever to purchase the holiday fift that she'll never forget.

ORDER EARLY - QUANTITIES ARE LIMITED!!!

Call for more details: 1-866-DIA-CERT or 1-866-342-2378
***10% off does not apply to all items. Please call to see what items are 10% off.

Anatomy of a Diamond

By understanding the anatomy of a diamond, you can assure that any stone you purchase is of exceptional quality and avoid common cutting flaws. Different diamond shapes have slightly different requirements for ideal proportions based on how light is reflected within the stone to maximize the brilliance.

Table
The table, or top of the diamond, is the largest facet on the stone. On a round stone, the table should be octagonal & perfectly centered. The table size will vary depending on shape and color of the stone in order to provide the most sparkle with refleted light.

Crown
The stone's crown is the narrow upper area, above the girdle. It the part of the stone that is above the prongs or metal holding the stone in place, and is the most visible. It is also the most prone to scratches.

Girdle
The girdle is a narrow band, parallel to the table, and is the widest part of the diamond. Girdle thickness is criticall to the diamond's strength and must be sufficient to prevent chips and cracks.

Pavilion
The stone's pavilion is the area below the girdle that is the longest part of the diamond with the exception of the emerald or other rectangular shaped stones. In many settings, the pavilion is obstructed, except for the prong or tiffany setting . These settings reveal the pavilion and increases the diamond's brilliance by allowing light to enter at different parts of the stone.

Cutlet
The cutlet is the tiny part of the diamond at the base of the stone and is often used to balance out the facets and give it a more symmetrical appearance.

Facets
The stone's facets are the smooth polished planes that make up it's surface. In a typical round diamond, there are 58 facets though fancy shapes often have a greater number. The fewer facets a stone has, the less refraction and brilliance it will give off.

By being familiar with the anatomy of a diamond and how it affects quality, a savvy shopper can buy a far better than average quality stone.

Three Stone Rings

Three stone rings are also known as "three stone anniversary rings". This type of ring is a perfect gesture to celebrate a couple's ongoing relationship while honoring their shared past and loving future. These rings make a wonderful anniversary present!

The traditional symbolism for three stone rings is that each gem represents a different phase of the couple's relationship: their past, present, and future. There are other variations of the symbolism, such as "you, me, and us" or "today, tomorrow, and always." A couple with children may choose a three stone ring to represent"husband, wife, and family." These rings are frequently given for longer-lasting marriages for the tenth, twenty-fifth, or fiftieth anniversaries, but no matter what anniversary is being celebrated, a carefully chosen ring will quickly become a lifelong keepsake of their love.