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Gold Purity and The Differences Between White and Yellow Gold
… is a 14 karat gold wedding ring. It is 14/24, which equals 58.3% gold and 41.7% alloy. In most engagement rings the stamp in the ring is 14k or sometimes 585. Both of those stamps mean the wedding ring is 14 karat gold. So the only pure … non gold metal. Some plated jewelry has markings that look like real solid gold. For example, a plated piece can be stamped: 14k HGE or 18k GE. HGE means hydrostatic gold electroplating. Plated gold is measured in how many molecules of …
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Platinum
… wear it while handling strong acids. Store it in a fabric-lined box away from other pieces so that it does not get scratched. If required, it should be polished once in awhile by the local jeweler to restore its new look. However, despite its…your platinum jewelry separately and with care, not allowing pieces to touch each other because even platinum can be scratched. Signs of wear such as scratches can eventually appear on platinum. However, due to the metal’s durability there is …
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The Difference Between White Gold and Platinum
… by a careful choice of the alloying metals, which bleach the deep yellow of pure gold. Alloying also effects the second issue. Both pure gold and pure platinum are soft metals. In fact both 24 karat gold and .999 platinum can be scratched and dented with a fingernail. Nether gold or platinum in their pure state will hold a shine for long. All white gold jewelry and most platinum jewelry are alloyed. The alloying is also a hardening process for both metals. The hardeners …
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Styles of Earring Backs
… a secure option, ideal for both stud earrings and dangle earrings. Ease of Use – They are easy to put on and take off. Budget Friendly – Friction backs are among the more budget friendly styles. CONS Losing an Earring – The closest ….” This style is a bit more expensive, but is the sweet spot of security and ease of use. As easy to put on and take off as the friction back, and at least as secure as the threaded back, this style is ideal for more valuable jewelry …
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Frequently Asked Question about Jewelry
… SI3 was born out of the desire of the Diamond Industry to incorporate an extra grade to identify Diamonds in the lower range of the clarity scale. Many complained that there is too wide a gap between the SI2 and the I1 grade. Why not offer an SI3 grade to bridge the gap? After EGL – Los Angeles (European Gemological Laboratory) started to issue the SI3 grade, even the Rapaport Diamond Report, or the Rap Sheet as it’s known in the trade, added SI3 to its price list. …
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How to Sell Your Jewelry
… are finding the right house for your particular jewelry, knowing the best time to sell, and luck. On-line auctions offer a lot of advantages and some risks. On-line auctions like e-bay are auctions conducted over the internet reaching a… sells. Sales are not guaranteed. Which on line auction to use is a critical choice. The large auctions have many offerings and sales but it is easy to get lost in all that activity. Selecting the best category is another challenge. If …
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Types of Necklace Chains
…other chain types. Herringbone Chain The classic herringbone chain is made with short links that are connected in an offset V pattern. These chains are wide and flat with a very thin profile. This flat design gives herringbone chains a … high karat gold (22-24k), the baht chain has been used as both an investment and a means of trade. The Baht is the official currency in Thailand, and it is named after a weight of silver (or gold) of the same name. One baht is …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Tsavorite Garnet
… did Tsavorite come to 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 … of the 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 …
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Laser Jewelry Repair
… traditional metals can be laser welded, including base metals, karat gold, sterling silver, palladium and platinum, offering a complete array of design, redesigns and repair options. Platinum traditionally is the most difficult metal to… weld can be extremely strong. The laser weld created is also extremely durable and long lasting. Arden Jewelers now offers this new laser technology to ensure that we are able to do the very best work for
