An engagement ring is one of the only pieces of jewelry most people wear every single day. It goes through workouts, dish washing, yard work, morning showers, and everything else daily life involves. That kind of consistent exposure makes routine care more important than most people realize when they first put it on. At … Read more
The whir of the polishing machine always takes me back. It is a rhythmic hum that has not changed since 1986. I was a young man in Knoxville then. I had one bench and a handful of tools. My sons, Blake and Chris, work right next to me. We have seen styles come and go … Read more
As we settle into 2026, the team here at Rick Terry Jewelry Designs wanted to take a second to breathe and say a massive thank you. If you’ve been coming to see Rick since he opened the doors in 1986 or you just found our Knoxville showroom this year, you are the reason we get … Read more
When Christmas lights go up, we start searching for that perfect item, that one gift that truly captures how we feel. Jewelry, more than anything else, is a true meaningful gift. That’s why your selection needs to be made with genuine, pure intentions. We all remember the scene from Love Actually, right? The beautiful necklace … Read more
Every piece of fine jewelry, especially an engagement ring or a treasured family heirloom, holds a unique story. These aren’t just accessories; they are significant investments in memory. You want that sparkle to last forever, right? The good news is that keeping treasured pieces brilliant and safe is much easier than you think. This instruction … Read more
When you choose a piece of jewelry, especially something as meaningful as an engagement ring, you’re not just buying sparkle. You’re choosing a symbol of love, care, and memory. And for more people today, that choice goes deeper than beauty. It’s about how that jewelry came to be. So, what does “ethical sourcing” mean, and … Read more
When you look at an engagement ring, you see sparkle, beauty, and a lifetime promise. But have you ever stopped to think about the complete trip that piece took before it reached your hand? It’s a fascinating trip that starts deep in the earth and ends in a meaningful symbol of your love. For couples … Read more
Choosing jewelry for a special person, or for yourself, is always a great idea. We search for pieces that feel right, that carry meaning, and that connect to who we are. If you’ve ever felt drawn to a specific stone without knowing why, you might be feeling the pull of your cosmic alignment! Connecting gemstones … Read more
In a world filled with endless options and online marketplaces, it’s easy to feel like just another customer. But for something as personal as jewelry, a piece that celebrates a major milestone or holds a family story, you need more than a generic product. You need a piece with its own story, made by people … Read more
Have you ever looked at a favorite ring or pendant and wondered what keeps that precious stone in place? It’s not magic; it’s the work of tiny metal claws called prongs. These small but powerful pieces of metal are like the security guards for your valuable or sentimental gemstones. They hold everything securely, making sure … Read more
