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Spectrum in the NEWS!!

For those of you who may have missed the June issue of Focus on the Coast Magazine, the article about Nancy and Star's trip to Paris can be seen by clicking on the link HERE!

Today, we found out that our master goldsmith, Michael Chapman, was featured in Wilmington Magazine. He has over 40 years of experience and takes pride in restoring heirloom pieces. Click HERE to read the article!

Paris Impressions Art Exhibit

For those of you who know our gallery manager, Nancy Noel May, you know her vibrant personality, love of painting, and passion for travel. Nancy and gallery owner, Star Sosa, went to Paris this past spring. While on the trip, Nancy took photos of her favorite vignets, landscapes, and architecture. She has transferred these images into paintings that will be on exhibit from July 11th-August 4th. Artist reception: July 11th, Friday, from 6-8pm. Champagne and truffles served.

Think Twice About Cruise Jewelry Purchases

While on your next port-o-call or favorite cruise ship, be weary. Prices may be less expensive, but there is no guarantee or follow up care for quality service or repairs after the purchase has been made. Recently, we have seen a large number of issues that have risen out of our clients' purchases while at sea. Replacing stones, re-sizing, and false stories about gem history/quality have all been discovered.

If you are interested in purchasing a special piece, stop in to Spectrum or another local reputable jewelry store for your purchase. It may not be a clearance price, but you are guaranteed to get experienced and solid jewelers that will stand behind their product.

Important Summer Jewelry Care!!

This summer, before heading to the pool, beach, or anywhere on vacation, please BE AWARE!

Salt water from the ocean and chlorine cause a chemical reaction between gold alloy jewelry and chlorine/salt water which breaks down metal resulting in broken prongs and ring shanks.

Chlorine reacts specifically with the copper and nickel portions of gold jewelry alloys. Copper and silver are the primary alloys for yellow gold and nickel is the primary alloy for white gold. Chlorine dissolves the copper, or in the case of a white gold mounting for a diamond the nickel, and causes a perfectly good and often new piece of jewelry to break.

How to CARE for your Fine Jewelry:

1. Leave your jewelry at home. The metal will be ruined and the stone shanks breakable.

2. Pick out a fun costume piece of jewelry, CZ, or other gemstone to take on your vacation that is much less expensive.

3. Leave all heirloom pieces in a safety deposit box or safe.

ViviD Magazine!

For those of you who are not aware, Spectrum Art & Jewelry has created its own magazine! We are the art and jewelry experts in the south east and have beautiful articles for you to divulge!

Click HERE to read our first publication of ViviD!

Commission Event!!

By Nicole Wilkinson

This week, May 9th & 10th from 10 am -6pm, we will be holding a commission event with gallery artists: Jane Faudree, Eric McRay, and Nancy Noel May. Bring photos of your home, boat, or business and pick an artist to create a one-of-a-kind commissioned painting! This is a one time ONLY event! What a great way to remember your special place!