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  1. Frequently Asked Question about Jewelry

    … is redesigned jewelry or redesigned? Simply put, a redesign is a custom design using your existing gems and gold or platinum. This does not mean you are limited by the gems you have, but what you have is incorporated into the new design. You…is changing the very nature of diamonds. First, new synthetic (man made) diamonds of gem quality are coming into the market now. Next, companies can now change the color of diamonds. They are making the diamonds both more transparent (…

  2. A group of yellow gold chains of different kinds of a blue background

    Types of Necklace Chains

    … pendants. Serviceability – If the chain does break, it can be difficult to repair without leaving a noticeable mark. Wheat Chain (Spiga) The wheat chain is constructed with twisted, woven, oval links that move in one direction. The … inevitably becomes kinked it is nearly impossible to flatten it out completely. You will always be able to see some mark where it was repaired. Omega Chain Similar to the herringbone chain the omega chain has a flat, smooth, and shiny …

  3. The different parts of an engagement ring

    Anatomy of a Ring

    … remove metal from the bottom of the shank when sizing a ring. This can sometimes be done so well that you would never know it was sized looking at the shank with your naked eye. Over time, the shank can wear thin—yes, even gold and platinum can wear away. In such cases a jeweler can “re-shank” the ring by replacing the metal at the bottom of the shank, going as far up the sides as the design and the extent of the wear require. If you are careful with your rings (removing …

  4. Opal Rings With Loose Opal Gemstones

    Gem in the Spotlight: Opal

    … proper care opals can last for generations. Opals have very high water content, typically hovering around the 5-10% mark. As opals dry out over time they can sometimes crack at the surface, which is called crazing. As of this writing …brown ironstone from Australia. This concludes our journey through the enchanting world of opal. Its rich history, remarkable optical properties, and wide range of varieties make opal one of the most exciting gems you can own today. If …

  5. Evaluating inherited estate jewelry can be tricky

    How to Value Inherited Jewelry

    … diamond and gem prices are not readily available like precious metal prices are to the general public. The gold, platinum, and silver prices are well publicized. The diamond and gem wholesale trade keeps their prices confidential, so there …, jewelry value is not one set number. It changes with the situation (who is buying, and who is selling) and the marketplace (global economy, commodity prices, local jewelry market, etc.). And, it changes with time and styles. …

  6. Group of loose emerald gemstones

    Gem in the Spotlight: Emerald

    … Chalk Emerald is a famous 37.8 carat emerald known for its clarity and rich green color. It was donated to the Smithsonian by Mr. and Mrs. O. Roy Chalk in 1972 and can be seen on display at the National Museum of Natural History in a platinum and gold ring surrounded by 60 pear-shaped diamonds. According to workers at the Muzo mine in Columbia, it is one of the finest green emeralds ever discovered Care and Cleaning of Emerald Like all precious gemstones, emeralds require …