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      Calgary Gem and Mineral Show and Sale 26 Nov 2010 @ CALGARY CHINESE CULTURAL CENTRE 197 FIRST STREET SOUTH WEST
      WHERE CALGARY CHINESE CULTURAL CENTRE 197 FIRST STREET SOUTH WEST
      WHEN FRIDAY NOVEMBER 26 4:00PM TO 9:00PM SATURDAY NOVEMBER 27 9:00AM TO 7:00PM SUNDAY NOVEMBER 28 9:00AM TO 5:00PM
      Does gold make you go gaga? Do you take a shine to silver? Or maybe earth toned gems compliment your chic style. You will find it all and more at the new annual Calgary Gem and Mineral Show and Sale, November 26 to 28, 2010 held in the heart of downtown at the opulent Chinese Cultural Centre. Premier Gems will be on site showcasing the latest coloured gem collection, pe

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Do You Know What Your Treasure is Worth?

Protecting your jewelry goes beyond putting it in a safe place when not wearing it. A ring appraisal is an integral part of making sure you are properly covered if there is a loss. To do a ring appraisal properly, you must work with a highly trained and qualified gemologist.

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Creating Your One-of-a-Kind Ring

Victor Thompson had wanted a lapis ring ever since researching the stone in a book called Color. He knew what he wanted and it wasn’t going to be found in a jewellery store. Mr. Thompson called on Premier Gems.

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The Ring of Your Dreams – Guaranteed

A custom ring guarantees you get exactly what you want, and one that no-one else will have. With Premier Gems’ process, you can trust you are getting a good quality piece, at a fair price. While some stores price diamonds differently, Mr. Nechka explains that a diamond’s price is set independently of where it was mined.

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Gemologist Transforms Rocks Into Beautiful Gems for Custom Jewelry

With the exception of birthstones, coloured gem stones are often forgotten in favor of the diamond, but their unique beauty can be the perfect accent to reflect your personality and taste. Caution: coloured stones do have seasons.

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Home Gem Parties Great for Valentine’s Day

It’s a chilly evening in the southeast community of Auburn Bay, a week or so before Valentine’s Day. In a lit case near the living room velvet risers covered with precious stones twinkle in the light from the fireplace. Distributed around the dining room table are posters describing the characteristics of gems and jewels. Young couples cluster about the microscope, oohing and aahing, while a few toddlers play amongst the adults.

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