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Types of Necklace Chains
… of chain is best for you? In this article we’ll introduce you to the staggering variety of necklace (and bracelet) chains that are available right now in the jewelry world. Each one has its own unique style, strengths, and weaknesses. As …, you would probably conjure up some kind of cable chain. They are one of the most common and universal styles of chains. Cable chains are extremely simple in design being comprised of round or oval links connected together one link at a …
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How to Sell Jewelry on Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace
… buyer at a public place, then do not sell your jewelry through the Craigslist or Marketplace. The buyer’s bank is a good public location because if they wish to buy the jewelry they can go and get the cash now to finish the transaction. …. That way, when someone calls you, you get a call back number, and they can’t find your home address. It is also a good idea to go with someone else. I have met people who had another person standing in the background just watching. …
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Types of Jewelry Clasps
…released, the spring tension closes the clasp again. PROS Strength – Lobster clasps are sturdy and ideal for heavier chains. Ease of Use – They are easier to use than some other styles (e.g. spring rings) because of their size and shape. …) Spring Rings are another very common style of clasp. They are used on virtually every variety of jewelry, and most chains under $100 come with a spring ring to help keep the cost of the overall chain down. If you have a chain that came …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Garnet
…, pinks to greens, and of course many shades of red. Garnets are given as symbols of consistency, perseverance and good health. Garnet is also regarded as the gem of faith, constancy and truth and possesses many curative powers. Garnets …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Morganite
…J. P. Morgan. The New York Academy of Sciences in December 1910, named the pink variety of beryl “Morganite”. It has good hardness, durability, luster, and brilliance which make it a great gemstone for jewelry. For the gem nerds out there…-control, and patience to wearer. Morganite is usually very clean with excellent transparency and clarity. It has good hardness, durability, luster, and brilliance which make it a great gemstone for jewelry. Its wide range of soft pinkish…
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Diamond Buying Guide: The 4 C’s
… carat is divided into 100 points. A diamond can be described as 75 points or 0.75 carats or 3/4 of a carat. It is a good practice to know the exact weight of a diamond when buying or selling. The weight of a diamond is often thought of … shape, keep in mind that different shapes have different light properties. Some shapes, like round, are especially good at returning light to the viewer which makes them sparkle more than other shapes. The emerald cut, for example, gives…
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What are “Blood Diamonds”?
… been able to invest the revenue from diamonds into the development of infrastructure, schools and hospitals for the good of the communities in which diamonds are found. These countries include Australia, Botswana, Canada, Namibia, Russia… diamond resources. The country’s health system and employment out look is substantially benefited by diamonds and a good government. When people stop buying diamonds, they really hurt the developing countries that are benefiting from the…
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Synthetic Gems: The Whole Story
… ruby. How can a person tell them apart? I will tell you it is very very hard. It takes a lot of training, very good equipment and an extremely careful examination of the gem. Some synthetics are poorly made and can quickly be identified… per carat to produce and the only reason to spend that kind of money to make a synthetic gem is because it is very good. These high priced synthetic gems look very much like the nature gems. The color and sparkle of these synthetics look…
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Caring for and Cleaning Your Jewelry
… 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 cleaners can also degrade the solder… 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 quickly. Do not use any cleaning solutions that contain oil as they …
