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Gem in the Spotlight: Tsavorite Garnet
…. Gemology Tsavorite’s rarity and beautiful green color reminds one of the other green garnet called Demantoid. Demantoid, however, is a completely different variety of garnet found primarily in Russia. Tsavorite is 7.5 on the Mohs scale. It is a green grossular garnet with a chemical make-up of CA 3 Al 2 (SiO 4 ) 3 . It has a Refractive Index (RI) of 1.740 and a dispersion index of 0.028. So how did Tsavorite come to be called Tsavorite? Its technical description as a …
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Art Deco vs. Art Nouveau Style Jewelry
… cuts. Design Principles Art Nouveau takes inspiration from nature and eschews rigid adherence to symmetry and balance. Organic Forms: Art Nouveau jewelry features sinuous, curving lines that mimic natural shapes such as vines, flowers, and …: Contrasting colors and materials create striking visual effects in Art Deco designs, emphasizing symmetry and balance. Innovation in Materials: Art Deco designers embraced new materials like Bakelite, celluloid, and chrome alongside …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Alexandrite
… out to over $70,000 per carat! Alexandrite is said to bring luck, prosperity, and intellect to its wearer. Its changing colors remind us that life has its ups and downs, and so alexandrite is also connected with bringing a sense of balance and well-being. Care and Cleaning of Alexandrite Alexandrite should always be treated with care because of its value and rarity. While ultrasonic and steam cleaners are usually safe for alexandrite, warm soapy water and a soft-bristled …
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Alternative Metals for Men’s Jewelry
… has a high melting point at an astounding 6,191 degrees Fahrenheit. Tungsten is rated at about a 9 on the Mohs scale of hardness which is the same as Ruby or Sapphire and just below diamond (which is 10). Like these gems, tungsten is very… than its precious metal equivalents. As a frame of reference, cobalt rings come in around 7-8 on the Mohs hardness scale which is about the same as quartz or topaz but softer than tungsten or sapphire. Like most alternative metals, cobalt…
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The Difference Between White Gold and Platinum
… careful choice of the alloying metals, which bleach the yellow of pure gold. Platinum is a naturally white metal. It does not need to be alloyed for color. Jewelry platinum is typically an alloy containing 90% to 95% platinum and the balance alloy. Iridium or ruthenium is often used as a hardener alloy. Platinum is usually marked with .900 or .950 to mark its fineness. Some manufacturers state what alloy they are using like 90% Platinum 10% Iridium. How white gold and …
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How to Sell Your Jewelry
…gold or percentage of noble metal (gold, platinum, silver). 24 karat is pure. 10 karat is 10/24 or .410 gold and the balance of weight is the alloys. 14 karat is 14/24 or .583 gold and 18 karat is 18/24 or .750 gold. Platinum most of the …’s the best way to get the most return on your jewelry? Selling estate jewelry is the art of compromise. There is a balance between dollar paid and quickness of payment and ease of transaction. If you want the high price, fast and easy, you …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Topaz
… gemstone with a Mohs hardness of 8. Mohs hardness is a standardized metric of how difficult it is to scratch something. For reference, topaz is a bit softer than diamond which is a 10 and corundum (sapphire/ruby) which is a 9 on the scale. It is a bit harder than emerald at 7.5-8 and quartz which comes in at 7. Here are some more gemological stats for reference: Refractive index: 1.619 to 1.627 Birefringence: 0.008 to 0.010 Specific gravity: 3.53 Mohs Hardness: 8 Care …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Blue Zircon
… on, and today we use the simpler term, Blue Zircon. Zircon is commonly heat treated. Brown zircons can be transformed into colorless or blue zircons through heat treatments. Zircon is a durable gemstone with good hardness on the Mohs scale (6 to 7.5). However, Zircon has what is known as indistinct cleavage which creates a somewhat brittle tendency that can lead to chips, especially along facet edges requiring extra care when setting, cleaning, or wearing. The …
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Is a Lab Grown Diamond Right for Me?
…natural and lab grown diamonds, beautiful jewelry to set them in, honest and upfront descriptions of every product, and a proven track record of incredible prices. P. S. If you are considering a lab grown diamond, be sure to checkout Balance , our own collection of unique engagement rings made exclusively with
