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Synthetic Gems: The Whole Story
…alexandrite are very beautiful gems and very rare in their stunning beauty. These four gems have been coveted by rulers and the rich for thousands of years. But, what if anyone could own them? At gem shows and museums, I have seen jaw dropping rubies, sapphires and emeralds. These gems in high quality have put ownership beyond most people to justify the price. Just a one carat gem could cost $3,000 and more. Most of the time people don’t wear them as an engagement ring …
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What to Do When Your Ring Irritates Your Skin
… to jewelry. These types of irritation can look very similar, but their root causes and solutions are very different. Physical Irritation This can be caused by the design of the ring, a rough area that is the result of normal wear and tear, or a ring that is not sized correctly. If the ring is too tight, it can cause irritation and the solution may simply be to size the ring up slightly. Likewise, if there is a rough spot on the ring, that can normally be smoothed out …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Amethyst
…scratching and chipping. It is also resistant to heat and chemicals which means that it can withstand daily wear and tear. Amethyst has the same refractive index as other varieties of quartz at 1.54-1.55 and is doubly refractive. It has a…, Diana turned her into a statue made of pure, crystalline quartz. Dionysus, upon seeing the stunning statue, wept tears of wine in remorse for his actions. These tears stained the quartz purple, resulting in the creation of the gemstone …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Quartz
… than opal and peridot but softer than topaz or sapphire). This makes it a fairly hard gemstone that is resistant to scratching and chipping. It is also resistant to heat and chemicals, which means that it can withstand daily wear and tear very well. All quartz has the same refractive index at 1.54-1.55 and is doubly refractive. It has a vitreous polish luster and its specific gravity is 2.66 (may vary based on inclusions). In addition to its beauty, quartz is also an …
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Types of Necklace Chains
… snag the pendant bail. They are also relatively strong to support the weight of a pendant during daily wear and tear. Larger link cable chains make a good base for charm bracelets. PROS Wearability – The simple design of cable chains …It’s a great way to show off your original style. CONS Durability – The hollow links and susceptible to denting and tearing. If this does happen they can be very difficult or impossible to repair. Not for Pendants – The San Marco chain’s …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Pearl
… Hope Pearl is known for its large size and unusual shape. It weighs approximately 450 carats and is shaped like a teardrop, with a slightly elongated top section and a wider, more rounded bottom section. The pearl has a beautiful … of modesty, chastity and purity, and they have come to symbolize a happy marriage. Often associated with love and tears, pearls were dedicated to Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love, and symbolized the tears of Venus, the Roman goddess …
