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Types of Jewelry Clasps
…, spring-loaded mechanism that snaps shut to secure the jewelry. Other types of jewelry clasps that emerged in the 20th century include the lobster clasp, which features a spring-loaded mechanism that opens and closes by pressing a … virtue of the strength of the wire to hold its curved shape alone. S hooks usually work best in higher karat gold (21k and higher) because they are more malleable and don’t get brittle over time as easily. Unsurprisingly, one common …
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The Birthstones
… in gold. Care should be taken to protect peridot from scratches, sharp blows, household chemicals and extreme temperature changes. Do not use a home ultrasonic machine for cleaning. Spinel was added as one of August’s birthstones in 2016, and we 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 …
