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Fake Diamonds: The Great Diamond Attack
…created equal. Nature makes some diamonds so beautiful it will take your breath away. Other diamonds should we say are unappealing to down right ugly. Now if science could take a ugly cheap diamond and perform some magic and make it a good looking diamond that would be something. It might not be magic but some companies now have the ability to change ugly into nice diamonds. Exactly how the companies are doing this process is a closely guarded secret. But the theory is …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Blue Zircon
…, the name never caught 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, …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Spinel
… made in 2016, but only in the last couple of years have we started to see the majority of the industry get on board. If you know someone born in August, it’s time to get excited. Gemology of Spinel With a Moh’s hardness of 8 and good toughness spinel is a great choice for all forms of jewelry. We recommend occasional wear for rings and bracelets, but earrings and pendants are suitable for daily wear. Spinel can come in virtually any color of the rainbow which is one of…
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Anatomy of a Ring
… up more of the stone. Prongs, like shanks, can wear away and need to be built up to prevent the stone from falling out. The very top of the prong—the part that actually rests on top of the stone—is called the “tip.” It’s always a good idea to have your prongs checked by a jeweler, especially if it looks to you like any of the tips are missing or worn down, or if any stones are loose. The more tips that are thin or missing, the more likely you are to lose a stone. In …
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What Are Lab Grown Diamonds?
…CZs are very often, mistakenly, referred to as synthetic diamonds. Synthetic Moissanite also creates some confusion. It is a man-made, synthetic gem that actually has some diamond-like properties. For example, diamonds are especially good at transferring heat, and so is Moissanite. This is important because the most popular diamond testers use heat dispersion to test if a gemstone is a diamond. However, Moissanite has a completely different chemical structure than …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Jade
… long as 10 years and a team of up to 50 carvers to make. Because of the incredible detail, many 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 heaven. Gemology of Jadeite and Nephrite Gemologically speaking, nephrite and jadeite are two different gems, with different refractive …
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Types of Jewelry Clasps
… dexterity. PROS Ease of Use – This style is easy to operate with one hand, and it is low profile which makes it a good fit for bracelets and watches. Style – Fold over clasps can be made in a huge variety of designs to fit the pieces …Clasp (Threaded Clasp, Screw Clasp) The barrel clasp is not as common as some of the others listed here, but it is a good, secure option that definitely deserves to be mentioned. The design is very simple featuring a threaded post on one …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Ruby
… and residue that will mar its sparkle. For more intense cleaning, use warm water and mild dishwashing detergent in solution. Soak the piece for 15 minutes, and then clean with a soft brush. Rinse with clear water and examine under good light for any remaining residue. If there is any, repeat the process. You can use an ultrasonic cleaning machine with rubies, but use caution as these machines can cause loose gems to come out of their settings. Remember to dry your ruby…
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How to Value Inherited Jewelry
… another step along the way. We wish you the best with all of the emotions and issues that surround inheritance, and we are here the help if you need guidance on choosing a value standard, evaluating your jewelry, or selling it for a good price. Just contact us and let
