With Gold Prices Creeping Up, Couples Encouraged to Get Creative When Choosing Wedding Bands

(PRWEB) September 08, 2011

With the recent rise in the price of gold, and an economy that has seen brighter days, couples planning to wed may be wondering how they are going to afford their wedding bands. Added to the cost of the wedding ceremony, reception, and travel, there may be little left over. But according to Apples of Gold, the L.A. based online jeweler, this needn?t be cause for concern.

The Apples of Gold commitment to ethical pricing and consistent margins means their prices will always be competitive?but competitive doesn?t mean affordable for all. In addition to their more traditional gold wedding bands, Apples of Gold is featuring a variety of styles and choices for couples who are looking to find their perfect wedding bands, but who can?t cope with the rising price of gold.

Rather than despair over the rising prices of wedding jewelry, Apples of Gold encourages couples to think creatively about their wedding jewelry so that they can find the pieces that are not only stunning and meaningful, but also affordable. Brides and grooms shouldn?t feel guilty about setting budget for wedding jewelry. The amount of money a couple spends on a wedding ring is no measure of their love. The wedding ring is an investment, but it is an investment in a piece of jewelry?not an investment in the marriage or commitment itself.

While at the moment gold is demonstrating its enduring value and allure, it is also at its priciest. If a couple favors gold, a band that contains a higher percentage of an alloy is a money-saving option. 10k and 14k gold still offer a lot of luster, but with a more reasonable price tag than 18k or 24k. Another option is to choose a narrower band. Rings are priced by weight, thus a slightly narrower band will decrease the cost.

Another option is to explore other metals. Titanium and tungsten bands, for example, boast high durability and an everlasting shine. Men especially appreciate their resistance to wear-and-tear, and a price point that is far below gold. And for those who still desire at least a touch of gold, titanium bands can incorporate gold accents. Sterling silver is also a respectable option. Though it has a tendency to tarnish with time, a quick buff with a jewelry cloth keeps it looking its finest.

Though the economy ebbs and flows, the Apples of Gold commitment to delighting their customers with jewelry that is both extraordinary and affordable jewelry does not. Founded in 1999, the company set out to develop a jewelry company that would not only do well, but would do good. Ethical, value-based pricing practices were the foundation. The Apples of Gold commitment to quality in their products and the highest standards for customer service and consumer satisfaction come naturally. In the fine jewelry industry, Apples of Gold is a diamond in the rough.

Contact:

Apples of Gold

Afshin Yaghtin

606 South Hill Street, Suite 717 Los Angeles, Ca 90014

Email: marketing(at)applesofgold(dot)com

http://www.applesofgold.com

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US Funerals Online Seeing a Huge Increase in the Number of People Looking to Compare Funeral Prices, as Families Learn That Dying Does Not Come Cheap

New York, New York (PRWEB) October 18, 2011

Many funeral homes today have their own websites, but most of these seem to have forgotten to include information about the one thing that is on most people?s mind. How much does a funeral cost? There is no other industry that hides their prices in the way the funeral industry does. Research conducted by US Funerals Online revealed that over 80% of funeral home web sites do not disclose actual costs.

Nicholas Ille, owner and founder of US Funerals Online, said, ?Losing a loved one is an extremely emotional experience, and families are then forced to make quick decisions about the funeral arrangements. We have seen a huge shift in the number of visitors to our web site, looking for ways to save money on funeral expenses. Gone are the days when families would just order the services from a funeral home, without even inquiring about the costs. People can be quite shocked when they find out just how much funeral costs do vary between funeral homes. ?

Over 2.5 million Americans die every year (Source: ONS Office of National Statistics), and many families are finding out that dying can be a very costly affair. Baby boomers are becoming increasingly interested in doing things their own way, which can also be driven financially. Why have expensive funerals when the money would be better being left to our children? It is a sad fact of life today, that as Americans age, they seem to be paying out more and more. As people live longer their senior years can now be one expense after the next, care homes, nursing homes and hospices all come at a hefty price, and then comes a final bill that needs to be paid.

Over the past 18 months, US Funerals Online has been working closely with local family-owned and operated funeral homes across the U.S offering a low cost funeral option. ?We believe that every family in America should be able to locate a low cost funeral provider, if that is what they choose? says Nicholas. The US Funerals Online web site lists all funeral homes by city/state and clearly identifies the low cost providers, including their price. By including all funeral homes in our directory, this makes comparing costs between different funeral homes, only a phone call away.

US Funerals Online was formed in 2003 as a consumer guide and directory, to help families faced with the very difficult task of arranging a funeral service for a loved one. There are many decisions that need to be made almost immediately following a death. Is the body to be buried or cremated? Do we need a casket or urn? Where do we send funeral flowers and sympathy flowers to? What about headstones and grave markers? The US Funerals Online web site aims to answer all these questions and also connect people with funeral companies in their own local communities.

To find out more, Visit: us-funerals.com

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