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Art Deco vs. Art Nouveau Style Jewelry
… Machine Age. Precious metals like platinum and white gold alongside rare and valuable gemstones such as diamonds, emeralds, and sapphires, were the materials of choice for Art Deco jewelry makers. The most prevalent diamond cut found in Art… symmetry, bold contrast, simplicity Materials of Choice Silver, semi-precious stones, enamel Platinum, diamonds, emeralds Prominent Designers Louis Comfort Tiffany Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels Main Diamond Cut Old Mine Cut Old European …
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Jewelry Repair FAQ
… related questions. If you have a question that you don’t see answered here, please contact us and let us know. A gemstone fell out of my ring. Will the new stone match the old one? We get this question all the time. People want their … selecting a replacement stone for repairs. Matching stones takes a discerning eye, attention to detail, extensive gemological training, and years of experience. Of course, some gems are more difficult to match than others. Pearls, opals…
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Brands and Designer Jewelry
…promise to the customer to deliver a superior product. This is a no compromise area. The jewelry must meet the most stringent of quality standards. Jewelry brands must use quality metals (like high-karat gold and platinum), first-rate gems, and highly skilled jewelers to meet their obligation. Status When a jewelry brand reaches a level of excellence in style and quality of workmanship it attains a level of status. Brands like Tiffany & Co., Rolex, Cartier, and the…
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How to Sell Jewelry on eBay and Other Websites
… in case the piece is damaged in transit. You must have a great description of your jewelry especially a nice gem because they could return it with a different gem (they could switch the diamond with a lower grade or even a CZ and claim … for your gold and jewelry, no waiting for it to sell, no photographing, describing, pricing, no hassle at all. Our gemologist buyers are fast, friendly, and professional, and our 20+ years in Sacramento mean you know you’re getting a …
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Understanding the Diamond Buying Game
… report. Does this sound like a commodity? The nature of diamonds is that every diamond is unique. Diamond reports don’t tell the whole story. It takes some training and experience to accurately assess the value of a diamond and gemological equipment to check the grades. I see internet diamond buyers all the time not getting what they think they are getting. The surest way to get ripped off when buying a diamond is to think of it as a commodity. Hopefully you know you …
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Diamond Brokering
… you is our passion. Making our expertise available to you coupled with our value hunting system makes the diamond buying experience a positive one. Please feel free to ask any questions and explore what we can do for you. Using a gemologist diamond broker to guide you through your diamond purchase insures the mastery of the minute details in diamond evaluations. Did you know diamonds of the same grade could be thousands of dollars different in price? A subtle …
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Star White Gold
… gold family of alloys does not require rhodium plating. They have been color tested by the American Assay & Gemological Office, a division of BAO Technical Services Ltd., the most authoritative testing source in the world. All of … keeps the promise of white gold. The bright clean style of Star White gold will enhance the look of diamonds and gemstones. Star White jewelry will last a very long time with a clean pure white gold look. Your prestigious White jewelry …
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Caring for and Cleaning Your Jewelry
… metals. This will take away the shine. Ammonia-based cleaners clean diamonds and gold well but they may hurt other gemstones. It is also not a good idea to soak jewelry for very long in ammonia-based cleaners. Some anti-bacteria …professions especially). It is safe to use an ultrasonic cleaner with diamond jewelry. Ultrasonic’s can damage other gemstones, know for certain it is safe to use. Ethyl alcohol is good for rinsing diamonds because it evaporates so …
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Types of Jewelry Clasps
… known clasp style. This type of clasp was often made from softer metals like gold or copper and used to fasten necklaces and bracelets. The hook-and-eye clasp was also used by the Greeks and Romans who often embellished them with gemstones and intricate designs. In the 19th century, the development of new metalworking techniques and machinery led to the mass production of jewelry, and the demand for simpler, more affordable clasps grew. This led to the development of …
