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Gem in the Spotlight: Spinel
… and pendants are suitable for daily wear. Spinel can come in virtually any color of the rainbow which is one of the reasons why the August birthstone change is so exciting. Before, August babies were left with only the vibrant green of peridot, but now the entire color pallet has been opened up. Spinel is arguably the most overlooked and underappreciated gemstone of all time. Spinel was first made in a lab over 100 years ago when scientists who were trying to synthesize…
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Jewelry Repair FAQ
…is mixed with pure gold to create white gold. In truth, even a high percentage of silver content will not result in a white gold alloy. Silver is actually used in 14k yellow gold and a higher percentage of silver is often used to make green gold. So if it isn’t silver, what metal do they use? Most commonly, nickle is used to make white gold. However, since many people are allergic to nickle , palladium (a member of the platinum family of metals) is being used more and …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Pearl
… from their saltier cousins. Tahitian Pearls: Also known as black pearls, Tahitian pearls are a type of saltwater pearl that are grown primarily in French Polynesia. They are known for their dark, rich colors, which range from dark green and gray to deep shades of blue and black. Tahitian pearls are generally large with an average size of 9mm to 18mm, and they commonly have baroque or irregular shapes. South Sea Pearls: Only a small percentage of oysters are able to …
