Fun Facts
The word jewellery comes from the French word jouel, which comes from the latin word jocale, which means ‘plaything’. Americans call it jewelry, but everyone else calls it jewellery. Jewelry has been worn for thousands of years for both decorative and symbolic purposes. The oldest…
Lab Grown vs. Natural Gemstones
Is There a Difference Between Natural and Laboratory-Grown Diamonds? Two specimens of faceted crystalized carbon – both are crystal clear and give off a kaleidoscope of spectral colors in direct light. They appear to be identical. One, however, is a billion or more years old…
Hard vs. Soft Stones
The hardness of a gemstone refers to the scratch hardness and then to the cutting resistance. It comes from the strength of the chemical bonds. The Mohs’ Hardness Scale has 10 levels from 1 (softest) to 10 (hardest). The polish and luster of gemstones below…
Gemstone Types
Common Gemstones: Diamond (Colorless, Yellow, Brown, Green, Blue, Reddish, & Orange Black) Corundum – Ruby (Red), Sapphire (All other colors) Beryl Species – Emerald (Green), Aquamarine (Blue), Precious Beryl (All other colors) Chrysoberyl – Alexandrite (Green or Reddish depending on the light), Cat’s-Eye (Yellow, Yellow-Green,…
Jewelry Insurance
Your jewelry is more than metal and stone. It’s personal.
While sentimental value is irreplaceable, an engagement ring insurance policy through Jewelers Mutual Group covers the cost of having the item repaired or replaced. Engagement ring insurance provides an extra level of care for some of your most cherished possessions.
If the worst happens and you need to submit a claim, you are taken care of by experts who understand jewelry.
Parkville Jewelers has partnered with Zillion so you can protect your jewelry with exclusive customer benefits.
- Additional savings on Zillion Insurance
- No forms, 1-Click protection
- No upfront payment
- Fast & easy claims process through Parkville Jewelers
Zillion specializes in jewelry insurance and provides worldwide coverage against loss, theft, accidental damage, and disappearance - more comprehensive than most renter's and homeowner's insurance policies. Satisfaction Guaranteed - cancel anytime for a prorated refund. Get your jewelry insurance quote from Zillion today!
Jeweler is not a licensed agent and not qualified or authorized to discuss or advise you on insurance coverage. Questions regarding this insurance program should be directed to Zillion Insurance Services. Coverage and pricing is subject to underwriting approval and policy terms and conditions.