Valentine’s Day

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Valentine’s Day

Most people associate Valentine’s Day with images of heart-shaped candy, flowers, and other romantic symbols.

But the origins of this holiday are not as rosy as their modern interpretations would let on.

Instead, they are deeply shrouded in historical legends that involve curious rituals about  February 14 commemoration bears.

The ancient Roman calendar included a holiday to encourage the health and fertility of the city’s people. A date that men and women selected their potential mates’ names from a jar, around the fifth century, the current pope outlawed this ritual in favor of honoring Saint Valentine.

Some mystery surrounds the exact identity of the Saint who deserves the credit for bringing lovers together, though. Historians recorded three different narratives about a man named Valentine being martyred on the same day, February 14.

The most popular tale depicts Saint Valentine as a Roman priest who married young soldiers against the emperor’s wishes, and he was executed for his crimes. As a result,

Valentine became regarded as the patron saint of romantic love.

If you are searching for the perfect gift to impress your Valentine, look no further than Anne Dale Jewelers. The family-owned and operated jewelry store, now located at 829 Asbury Drive in Mandeville, features a wide selection of diamond jewelry including bracelets, earrings, necklaces, and of course, engagement rings. You can also find classic pearl designs and colored gemstone pieces, such as sapphire, ruby, emerald, and tanzanite creations. A local north shore community’s jewelry store since 1999, servicing the cities of Covington, Abita Springs and Madisonville.

Since 1983, Anne Dale and her husband Michael have offered a unique experience to their customers. Each client receives the opportunity to interact with the gemologist and the master craftsman right in the store, as they understand that only the highest quality of jewels went into their purchase.

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Diamonds and Art of Love

Three loose diamonds

Linking Diamonds to the Art of Love

Since Americans celebrate Valentine’s Day near the middle of the month, it is no wonder why February has been long used to honor love and romance.

And there is perhaps no better way for a man to declare his love than a piece of diamond jewelry. By doing so he understand Diamonds and the Art of Love.

To find out how diamonds became associated with matters of the heart, let us consider some beliefs rooted in Greek mythology.

Greek tradition held that the god Eros, who ruled over passionate love and desire, shot diamond-tipped arrows to bring couples together. Even the word diamond can be traced to the Greek word adamas, which signified an insurmountable and enduring force. This certainly defines love, especially in marriage.

Other sources mention the fact that diamonds are naturally formed under the pressure of the earth, and many couples find their love has been strengthened by the hardships they face together. Diamonds also are not formed overnight – neither is love.

Located at 829 Asbury Drive in Mandeville, Anne Dale Jewelers offers a vast selection of engagement rings in the store’s newly expanded gallery. For the past 40 years, the family owned and operated jewelry store has helped Northshore couples find the perfect piece to represent their eternal commitment.

Anne, a registered GIA gemologist, and her husband Michael, a master craftsman, put their personal touch on every engagement ring in the showcase. This way, you’ll know that you are getting a special and unique design made from the finest materials.

The store is open Tuesday through Friday from 11am to 5:30pm – Saturdays between 10am and 2pm also by appointment. 

Ring in a New Year

Crafting a wedding band

Before We Ring in a New Year – 2023

Engagement Ring Gallery Anne Dale Jewelers, a family owned/operated jewelry store with a GIA gemologist and master craftsman ready to bring your dreams to life.

Since 1983 the Dale’s have been offered a more intimate fine jewelry experience allowing clients to deal directed with the craftsman and gemstone experts.

We had a happy new year in 2022 the new Mandeville jewelry store location was unveiled at 829 Asbury Drive, Mandeville Louisiana by the Arms Merchant, Speedway Printing and next door to the Pineapple Gallery.

The new expanded engagement ring gallery allow for better service to our long time clients in Mandeville while also having greater visibility to Covington, Abita Springs, Madisonville and Hammond couples as they begin their greatest adventure – Marriage. The soft opening this summer was followed by a Grand Opening Event in late October 2022 long established customers and so many new faces have visited the Mandeville diamond boutique.

Beyond Anne Dale’s bespoke diamond engagement rings the jewelry shop carries a large selection of diamonds, diamond earring studs, diamond bracelets, diamond hoop earrings, diamond pendants as well as pearl necklaces, pearl studs and a huge selection of colored gemstone jewelry including sapphire, ruby emerald and tanzanites.

This local jewelry stores hours are Tuesday through Friday, 11am to 6pm and Saturday, 10 to 2pm – by appointments – and special extended hours for the 2022 Christmas Shopping Season.

Local Jewelry Store

Emerald Cut Diamond Ring

Anne Dale, a family-owned local jewelry store since 1983, announces the opening of its new store location at 829 Asbury Drive Suite 1, Mandeville, Louisiana.

“We invite everyone to visit the new location and attend the Worth The Wait local jewelers grand opening celebration on October 29th to discover what’s new, but to rediscover four decades of the artistry, craftsmanship, and tradition of Anne Dale Jewelers”

The Dale’s will be closed Oct 4 – 16th as they prepare for their formal Worth The Wait grand opening celebration. “We are excited to own our new location, it is a dream as a local Mandeville jewelry store to serving our community.” said Anne Dale. “We still are the Biggest Little Jewelry Store in New Orleans and now have added an Engagement Ring Store within our new jewelry store.”

Anne Dale a certified GIA Graduate Geologist and husband Michael Dale a master goldsmith for over 40 years have been operating as local jewelers on the Northshore since 1999. A local jeweler located on Asbury Drive a short distance from the Anne Dale’s former jewelry shop and centrally located with great visibility from the main highway that connects Mandeville, Covington, Abita Springs and Madisonville.

They invite everyone to visit the new jewelry store location in Mandeville and attend the Worth the Wait grand opening celebration on October 29th to discover what’s new and rediscover four decades of the artistry, craftsmanship, and tradition of Anne Dale Jewelers.

Local Jewelry Store

Store hours are 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. The new store is located at 829 Asbury Drive Suite 1, Mandeville where Highway 190 Service Road meets Asbury Drive. The location has plenty of parking at the front door and is near The Arms Merchant, Speedway Printing and next door to the Pineapple Gallery.

We Moved !

Anne Dale Jewelers Storefront

MANDEVILLE  – After more than 23 years we moved our iconic business, the Anne Dale’s jewelry store moved into a newly remodeled, retail commercial condominium at 829 Asbury Drive in Mandeville.

The local jewelry store relocated all its sparkle, moving one mile north where the Service Road meets Asbury Drive, an address familiar to many of its regular customers: 829 Asbury Drive, Mandeville by Speedway Printing, The Arm Merchant and next door to The Pineapple Gallery.

New Jewelry Store

Anne Dale Jewelers has been seeking to relocate for sometime, according to Anne Dale. When the opportunity to own our location, in close proximity to the old spot presented itself with Highway 190 exposure, we acted fast to acquire the property.

The 829 Asbury Drive, Suite 1 was nearly perfect with minimal changes required to accommodate a fine jewelry store. While the space was slightly narrower, it was much deeper allowing about 30% more jewelry shop space.

Much has changed since 1999, when the Dale family first opened its jewelry store doors in Mandeville. Today, fewer people visit the Post Office on St Ann, the street traffic has become horrific, the limited parking lot along with the aging mechanicals in the building also factored into the move. We didn’t see ourselves as a typical strip mall jewelry store,” Dale said. “By owning our new location that dynamic changes allowing for investment in the property.     

“It proved to be a great partnership with our new neighbors and we’ve gained a lot of new customers using Asbury Drive and Highway 190 visibility.” Anne Dale said.

Terri Hamilton owner at Pineapple Gallery, said that Anne Dale’s is a natural fit for the shopping center, located in one of the most affluent residential areas in Mandeville.

“Even though we moved we still have everything from the other store, we just tighten up wasted space,” Anne’s husband Michael Dale said. “We are blessed to feel right at home in our new store and welcome all.”

Mandeville Jewelry Store

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Mandeville Jewelry Store

Shop our huge selection of jewelry items in our traditional brick and mortar jewelry store.

Have something especially unique in mind? Let’s talk about custom creating you idea into a beautiful family heirloom jewelry item.

Shop our website or better yet stop by and let us help you navigate the jewelry industry. We make click matter on our in store computers linked to select exclusive jewelry sources.

Anne Dale’s network of diamond and gold sources make the difference between bricks to the clicks seamless.

Heart of Mandeville

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The Heart of Mandeville

Heart of Mandeville a local trusted source Anne Dale Jeweler when our most treasured assets are our reputation and integrity. In addition to our huge selection of bridal rings, engagement diamonds and gemstone jewelry we offer custom designed creations, as well as jewelry appraisals and jewelry repair including watch batteries. Continue reading →

Saints New Orleans Catholic

Saints New Orleans
New Orleans Saints

It has been said that everyone in New Orleans is at least a little Catholic. The area has a long history of Saints in New Orleans Catholic traditions.

The religious influence on the cities culture is depicted in the spirit of life in New Orleans. It all begins on January 6th or the “Twelfth Night,” also known to New Orleans Catholics as the “Epiphany”.  When the King Cakes and Mardi Gras come to an end Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Season of Lent. It is a season of penance, reflection, and fasting which prepares New Orleanians for Easter Sunday.

While a period of reflection there are several Catholic Saints days of celebration like Saint Joseph and Saint Patrick Day. New Orleans Saint Joseph Day altar are a tradition rooted in the cities Sicilian heritage. Often celebrated in along side the Irish Catholics New Orleans Saint Patrick Day. Both New Orleans Saints celebration enjoy parades in the Big Easy.

Lagniappe means a little something extra and in New Orleans you don’t have to necessarily be Catholic to enjoy a Saints celebration.

Mandeville Jewelry Gift Cards

Mandeville Jewelry Gift Card

Anne Dale’s Mandeville jewelry gift cards are the perfect for all your jewelry gift giving occasions. Now available in denomination from $35 to $500, also Anne Dale jewelry gift cards will never expire. Best of all they can be used in store for exclusive jewelry designs. Therefore if you require a service such as a jewelry repair or diamond appraisal you are covered.

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  • Anne Dale Jewelers gift cards are non‐transferable, non‐refundable and are not redeemable for cash.
  • A gift card cannot be used to purchase another gift card.
  • If gift card amount does not cover the total purchase amount, the remainder of the purchase may be completed with another form of payment.
  • If the amount gift card is for more than the total purchased, the balance amount will be remain on your gift card for future use.
  • Mandeville jewelry store gift cards are non‐transferable, non‐refundable and are not redeemable for cash.
  • Lost or stolen gift cards cannot be replaced.
  • Gift cards are not reloadable.

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