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Star White Gold
…Just Brilliantly White Gold We have found a gold alloy that is extremely white and looks great without any plating. Star White Gold is bright and white without any plating. You see what you get. No guess work. No taking anyone’s word … white it truly is. Star White gold has a bright shinny hard finish that will keep its look. Our manufacturer of the Star White alloy has tested it and states: “Star white gold has been developed with the consumer in mind since some …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Blue Zircon
…, brilliance, and flashes of color or fire just like diamond. Zircon also is known for its variety of colors. Blue zircon is the most popular color. But, zircon can be almost any color you can imagine including red, yellow, orange, brown… colorless, pale gray, or pale yellow variety of Zircon. Matura Diamond is another trade name for colorless Zircon. Starlite is the name for the blue gem variety of Zircon. The color of Starlite is rarely natural, and is almost always …
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The Difference Between White Gold and Platinum
… basic and is the foundation of all the other differences. White gold and platinum are different metals. White gold starts out as gold. Gold is yellow. Platinum is itself a white metal. White gold and platinum have their own properties …. Some manufacturers state what alloy they are using like 90% Platinum 10% Iridium. How white gold and platinum start out is one of the key differences. White gold even in the best mixture has a hint of yellow. Platinum is a gray white …
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What to Do When Your Ring Irritates Your Skin
… of the Platinum family. People are unlikely to be allergic to Rhodium, but as the plating wears off, irritation can start due to the fact that the skin is now in direct contact with the Nickel (or other metal) that they are allergic to. … cause of the reaction. The key is to try to determine what is causing the reaction. If, for example, the irritation started after the ring was sized or worked on, maybe you are allergic to the solder. Our shop has a laser welder which …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Sapphire
… for thousands of years. Kings and queens have always believed that sapphires represent divine favor. The color blue was considered sacred and was worn by priests to show their connection to the sky and heaven. Sapphires were set in the … remains there, decorating the Imperial Crown ordered by Queen Victoria. Deriving its name from the Greek word for blue, sapphire used to refer to any blue stone. By the late 1800’s, the sapphire and ruby were recognized as gem varieties …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Topaz
… comes to mind when I hear people discussing Topaz. You can hear one person say, “I love Topaz; it reminds me of a blue sky.” Then her friend says back, “Topaz may be like a golden sunset, but not the sky.” A third friend will chime in, “…, increase or maintain mental health, and even allow the wearer to go unseen by enemies. In the Victorian era, blue topaz signified faithfulness and love. Gemology As we mentioned at the start of the article, topaz comes in a huge variety…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Tanzanite
… diamond. But, what makes Tanzanite so popular is its color. Tanzanite’s gorgeous color is a captivating mix of blue and purple. The deep hues of violet, indigo, and blue come together in an unrivaled blend only found in tanzanite. Yet, … commonly known gems like rubies, sapphires, and emeralds. Gemology of Tanzanite Gemologists refer to this gem as blue zoisite. The vast majority (current estimates are around 95%) of tanzanite is heat treated to help bring out the …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Aquamarine
Aquamarine derives its name from the Latin which literally means “seawater,” a tribute to its beautiful blue color. As a member of the beryl family, Aquamarine has some illustrious cousins in addition to a rich history of its… the true spirit of the sea. aquamarine was believed to guarantee a happy marriage Best known for its beautiful blue color, aquamarine was used to bring happiness, eternal youth, and control passion. In the body, aquamarine was thought to… large crystals. Aquamarine’s main pigment comes from iron. The color spectrum of aquamarine varies from very pale blue to a deep blue, the finest specimens being the deepest in color. Most aquamarine stones have a subtle green component…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Iolite
Iolite is maybe not the first gemstone people think of for their blue-violet jewelry, but it should be near the top of the list. Iolite’s color range of blue, blue-violet, and violet … to reinstate a sense of perspective to those who feel they are jinxed, and inspire anyone with a confused life to start to bring order in small, practical ways. It is also believed to aid the muses by activating the visionary, creative … endeavors. Iolite is a special gemstone that is absolutely wonderful in jewelry. The subtle range of hues from blue to violet makes for elegant rings, pendants, and earrings. All in all, iolite is a great value
