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Art Deco vs. Art Nouveau Style Jewelry
… video on Art Deco vs. Art Nouveau jewelry which you may like. The Art Nouveau and Art Deco movements have had a profound impact on virtually all forms of art and design, including jewelry, for over 100 years. Each style brought unique …, 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 Cut …
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Laser Jewelry Repair
When you hear laser you probably think of blowing things up (all you sci-fi people) or high tech scientific experiments or even crazy villains …basics, what is a laser? LASER is an acronym for “Light Amplification by the Stimulated Emission of Radiation” which produces a sharp, focused light beam. The benefit of the laser is that very little heat is generated at the weld point. …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Jade
… of Asian, Central American, and North American history ever since. But, what is jade, and what has given it such a prominent place in human history? The term “jade” actually refers to two completely different gems: nephrite and jadeite… of these centuries old carvings are still unmatched in quality to this day. Across the world, jadeite symbolizes prosperity, success, and good luck. The traditional jade flat disc with a hole in the middle, known as a “bi,” symbolizes …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Topaz
… a source for peridot which was confused with topaz before modern gemology. In ancient times, topaz was believed to protect its wearer. Topaz was also thought to initiate healing, increase or maintain mental health, and even allow the … in gems. One of the biggest is blue topaz. Gem suppliers use a neutron bombardment method in a nuclear reactor to produce the London Blue Topaz. An electron bombardment in a linear accelerator results in the light Sky Blue Topaz. If …
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The History of Diamond Cuts
… the shape of an “M” in 1477. The Earliest Diamond Cuts Once it was understood that only diamond can cut diamond the process of changing the shape of a diamond began. In the 15th century cutters would saw off part of the octahedron to … cut looks a lot different than a 24 facet rose cut. Some cuts can vary by multiple facets and still be considered properly cut. With other cuts even changing 1 facet would result in the diamond being labeled a miss-cut (often causing it…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Opal
… its significance across cultures for centuries. In ancient Greece, opal was regarded as a stone of foresight and prophecy, believed to offer its wearer a glimpse into the future. The Romans, on the other hand, saw opal as a symbol of … to possess protective and healing properties, guarding against disease and enhancing one’s eyesight. Pliny, a prominent Roman scholar in the first century AD, eloquently described opal like this: “For in them you shall see the living …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Tsavorite Garnet
… be called Tsavorite? Its technical description as a green grossularite doesn’t exactly roll off the tongue. So, a proper name was definitely in order. The nomenclature of gemstones follows certain rules, and according to modern … garnet family , there is much mythology surrounding it. Garnet has been thought of as a traveler’s stone offering protection and aid during long journeys. Garnet is also believed to aid in circulation and to protect against diseases. …
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Is a Lab Grown Diamond Right for Me?
… before reading on. So, how should you decide if a lab grown diamond is right for you? Let’s take a look at the pros and cons. Pros, the benefits of lab grown diamonds The first and most often cited benefit of lab-grown diamonds is their…You can, with 100% certainty, know the origin of your diamond. The issue of conflict or “Blood” diamonds is very prominent in many consumers’ minds. While the real world issue is not nearly as severe as many people believe it is (over 99…
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Jewelry Repair FAQ
… why do I need it? In a large number of jewelry pieces, the valuable diamonds and gemstones are held in place with prongs. With wear, the tops of these prongs can become worn down. If the prongs wear down too much, the stone becomes at …. Retipping is the process of adding a small amount of metal (usually gold or platinum) to the top of worn down prongs to keep the gemstone secure. In the past, almost all gemstones had to first be removed from their mountings for …
