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Steve and Joy Allen, the owners of Allen's Jewelers, have been in business for 25 years.

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Discovering the World of Gemstones
Discovering the World of Gemstones
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A Word About Pearls
A Word About Pearls
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All That Glitters... A Word About Gold
All That Glitters... A Word About Gold
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The Science of Diamonds
The Science of Diamonds
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About Pandora Jewelry
About Pandora Jewelry
PANDORA's mission – then and today – is to offer women across the world a universe of high quality, hand finished, modern and genuine jewelery products at affordable prices, thereby inspiring women to express their individuality.More >>
Build Your Pandora Bracelet at Allen's Jewelers
Build Your Pandora Bracelet at Allen's Jewelers
The patented threading system is what sets the PANDORA bracelet apart. Build your own Pandora bracelet and you'll have an enduring piece of jewelry as unique as you are!More >>

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Can you give me information about opals?
Can you give me information about opals?
Opals require special care due to their structure. You do not want to use harsh chemicals to clean them and they should be stored separately from other gemstones that may scratch them. If you have a clothMore >>
I understand the elements that determine the value of a diamond. What are the factors that determine the value of a sapphire and a ruby?
I understand the elements that determine the value of a diamond. What are the factors that determine the value of a sapphire and a ruby?
Colored gemstones are evaluated for their cut, color, clarity, and carat weight -- just as diamonds are -- however, with different approaches. For example, color is most important. The color of ruby,More >>
Can a high quality blue sapphire be very dark,blue? Some jeweler told me w/all gems (ie:sapphire,ruby,emerald) all should be the darker the better, is this true?
Can a high quality blue sapphire be very dark,blue? Some jeweler told me w/all gems (ie:sapphire,ruby,emerald) all should be the darker the better, is this true?
Color and transparency is most important in all color gemstones. However, if the gem is too dark -- for example, in a sapphire, the dark blue is inky, it would have a lower value than a medium dark blueMore >>
Can you please explain what HPHT treatment is?
Can you please explain what HPHT treatment is?
HPHT stands for high pressure, high temperature. This is a treatment conducted on certain types of diamond that can permanently alter the color. Sometimes there are characteristics that an educated gemologistMore >>
How do I go about getting a gemstone certified?
How do I go about get a gemstone certified?
The best first step is to take it to an American Gem Society member. Many professional laboratories will only accept gemstones from an established client -- not from the general public. There are differentMore >>

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Allen's Jewelers
1155 Dawson Rd
Albany, GA 31707

Phone: (229) 883-0716

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