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The on-site appraiser in the Day’s South Portland location, Cheryl Castner, has added another educational achievement to her extensive list of credentials. Cheryl has completed the AGS Way Course with the American Gem Society, making her a Titleholder and a Registered Jeweler with the American Gem Society. Day’s customers can rest easy knowing that their jewelry is being appraised by one of the best appraisers in the state of Maine.  Cheryl started her career at Day’s Jewelers in 2005 in the service department, as the South Portland store did not have an opening for an appraiser at the time. Cheryl built up her clientele in appraisals while working in the service department, eventually transitioning to her current role as an on-site appraiser. In the years that Cheryl has worked at Day’s Jewelers, she’s become an expert on all things related to appraisals, and was gracious enough to help answer some pressing questions about appr ...

When one thinks of royalty, one thinks of sapphires. These magnificent blue gems have long been a favorite of royals and even steals the show in Princess Diana’s engagement ring. But the beautiful rich blues that are most commonly associated with sapphires aren’t the only shade these gems come in. Sapphires are available in a rainbow of colors- pinks, reds, oranges, yellows, greens, the ever-popular blues, and purples, and each color comes in various hues and tones. The range of sapphire colors means there’s a sha ...

You may have heard the adage “born in the wrong decade;” you may have even used it to describe yourself, reflecting on your preference for different clothing, different music, or different social customs.  At Day’s, our collection of stunning estate jewelry holds a treasure trove of pieces for those of us that desire a piece of the past. Art Deco (1915-1935) ...

In 2007, Day’s Jewelers became one of the first retail jewelers in the United States to join the Responsible Jewellery Council. The Responsible Jewellery Council is a worldwide network of jewelers, vendors, and manufacturers committed to ensuring that a set of best business practices are enforced within the jewelry industry.  RJC is a very intense commitment, but what does this mean for Day’s Jewelers customers? Why should you care that Day’s is an RJC participant?  What benefit does an RJC membership offer to you, and how does it affect the jewelry you buy ...

August is here, and with it comes a true blast of summer weather. For those of you who dread winter, this is the season to shine! Gardens are blooming with fresh produce, the beach calls, and cookouts are in high demand, and Day’s has the perfect accessory for all your summer activities. Peridot is the official birthstone for August, and its bright olive-green shades are great for capturing the essence of summer. Peridot belongs to the olivine family, and forms within the Earth’s mantle. Lava flow brings the gems to the surface, where they can be mined. Peridots can also be found in meteorites! ...

For those living in the Nashua, NH area, you’re in luck. Day’s Nashua store has been selected as one of the top five choices for the INSTORE editors’ exterior, interior, marketing, and online presence categories. You can view the full article here. Our Nashua store started as a wish in May 2016. After opening our 7th store in Augusta, ME, Day’s wanted to construct a modern, contemporary store in New Hampshire that would be convenient to our customers as well as offer a comfortable browsing experience. The perfect location was found on 567 Amherst Street in Nashua, and construction eagerly began. Day’s was fortunate to be able to utilize the talents of Ouellet Construction of Brunswick, ME, and CWS Architects of Scarborough, ME to mana ...

Like a new car, new jewelry eventually requires maintenance. This isn't a suggestion, it's a fact. When you love your jewelry, you wear it (as you should). When you wear it, you damage it. This fact is not so much about quality craftsmanship as it is about wear and tear. When you drive thousands of miles on your car, it is not the car's fault the tires need to be replaced. The same concept can (and should) be applied to jewelry. Under elements of normal wear and tear your metals should last you the following number of years without requiring prong or shank maintenance. Yellow Gold - 5 Years White Gold - 8 Years Platinum - 20 Years This is under normal wear and tear. Below, I have created a list of activities that unintentionally kills jewelry. If you want to maximize the life of your jewelry and delay repair work as long as possible, please be (unofficially) advised to remove ...

Choosing a necklace chain can be a trial; with so many different styles and so many different names, how do you choose? And what do these styles look like? Day's is here to answer those questions. Take a look at this blog post to get an idea of what each chain looks like and a bit of the history behind each style. When you're done, Day's has an extraordinary selection of chains to fit all your needs, so read on for more information!  ANCHOR CHAIN: Is characterized by uniformly sized repeating ...

Made in China. Have you seen that stamp on any product lately? I wouldhazard a guess you are like me and see it daily on a multitude of products you purchase each day. Like me, you probably would prefer to purchase a product made by American companies that provide jobs and benefits to Americans. But where do you find such a product? I can't tell you every place you can find such product, but I can tell you where you can find some of them: jewelry, especially bridal. Not only will you find product made in the United States, you will find some of the best quality in the industry. Unfortunately, these items are not marked with a stamping or tag like a toy or tool. If you have been in a jewelry store, you have walked by them. You have likely tried them on. In some cases, you may have avoided thembecause the sales associate failed ...

In the jewelry industry we use terms like matiné, bib, and choker when referencing necklace lengths. But this information may not mean much to you. That's why Day's has created this easy guide for your personal reference. Let's review the most popular necklace lengths and their names.  One of the more common necklaces is a "choker." A choker will typically vary from 14 - 16 inches. These are made to sit high and close to the neck. A necklace called a "Princess necklace" is 16 to 18 inches long. T ...