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Star White Gold
… white gold from the consumer at the time of purchase. Rhodium plating of white gold is legal in most countries. For good technical and economic reasons, the term ‘white’ has been used elastically to encompass a wide range of color and …be able to request that jewelry products be manufactured in Grade 1, 2 or 3 white gold, defined as follows: Grade 1: Good white. This grade includes alloys measuring less than 19 on the ASTM Yellowness Index, and does not require rhodium …
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Styles of Earring Backs
… Rubber backs, or rubber stoppers, are the most inexpensive option. They are reasonably secure, but wear out quickly. They are ideal for children’s jewelry, and temporary use. PROS Cost Efficient – This style is very inexpensive. A good option for less valuable jewelry, or children’s wear. CONS Wear Out – They are only made of rubber, and will get worn out fairly quickly. Security – Not recommended for use with valuable jewelry. Ear Wires (Shepherd Hooks) This style of …
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Jewelry Repair FAQ
… be repaired for one reason or another. But, with the laser welder in the hands of our skilled craftsmen there is a good chance we will be able to repair your jewelry. What is Gold Plating? Gold plating is the process of depositing a thin…, the best thing you can do is take your jewelry in for regular check-ups. In between check-ups, it’s also a good idea to check if your ring has any loose stones. The easiest way to do this is to listen for a faint rattling sound from …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Tsavorite Garnet
… to protect against diseases. Tsavorite in particular is thought to provide its wearer with strength and positivity. It is also believed to help the immune system, breathing, and metabolism. Care and Cleaning Tsavorite is rated as “good” for everyday wear. You should avoid sudden temperature changes and never steam clean your Tsavorite Garnets. Ultrasonic cleaners are usually safe unless the gem has a preexisting crack or fracture. To clean Tsavorite, gently scrub it …
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The Birthstones
…, 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. Some of … think it’s a great addition. Spinel is a beautiful gem that comes in virtually every color you can imagine. It has good hardness and durability making it suitable for regular wear and its brilliance is on par with even the most beautiful…
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How to Sell Jewelry on eBay and Other Websites
… how you want to present your jewelry. Do you want a detailed description, or light beautiful statement, or a story? You must have a way for them to buy and return without losing the money or jewelry. An escrow account is usually a good option or you can get paid first. Take a photo before you ship in case the shipper damages it or the buyer says it was like this when they got it. If it is damaged, ask the buyer what shape the box was in when they got it. Keep all of …
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Learn Secret Diamond Buying Skills From a Professional Diamond Buyer
…. But you should ask just to make it clear. A treated diamond is almost like a salvage car. You may buy one but at a good discount and you want to know about it. Treated diamonds must be handled differently in the repair process so tell … diamond loses a lot of value. You must look very carefully for chips. Chips may be under a prong. It would be a good idea after you agree on a price of a non-chipped diamond to have the diamond removed by a jeweler just to make sure. …
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The History of Diamond Cuts
… diamonds and jewelry not add to the confusion. The Mazarin cut has 17 facets on the crown. Yet another name for this cut is the double-cut brilliant because they have double the facets of the single cut diamond. And if double is good, then triple is even better. The Triple cut or Peruzzi brilliant cut is another adaptation. The triple cut has 33 facets on the crown. The Old Mine and Old European Cuts When most people think of old diamond cuts they think of the Old Mine…
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How to Tell If a Diamond Is Natural or Lab Grown
…diamond that relates to how pure the carbon is that makes up the diamond. In nature, less than 2% of all diamonds are Type IIa, however, most gem quality lab grown diamonds are Type IIa. So, if a diamond is Type IIa, that’s a pretty good indication that it is lab grown. However, like any gemological test, the Type IIa test is only an indicator for the gemologist to use. There are lab grown diamonds that are not Type IIa, and there are natural diamonds that are Type IIa…