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Understanding the Diamond Buying Game
…? You expect a coke to taste like coke everywhere. In business, this is called a commodity. The soda is the same and you can shop based on price or convenience; the product is the same. People like shopping this way. I like it this way. … are not this way. The four C’s of diamonds are not that old, less than 100 years. Before that system every business and diamond seller had their own system. It was impossible to buy a diamond without seeing it first. The GIA four C …
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Jewelry Solder: What You Should Know
…chain repaired, or your wedding set joined together, you have very likely seen solder in action. But, what is solder and how is it different than the rest of the metal that makes up your jewelry? What is Solder? To answer this question …For the sake of simplicity, we will focus our discussion on gold jewelry, but the same concepts also apply to silver and platinum as well. If your ring is made out of 14 karat gold, you know that approximately 56% of it is gold with the …
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Learn Secret Diamond Buying Skills From a Professional Diamond Buyer
… ring on her finger for the first time. If there are any magic moments in life, that is one. Nothing expresses love and commitment like a diamond. This rare natural stone’s history and lore of romance makes all who receive one the center…. Diamonds are unique, just like the love it expresses, but unlike love we must put a value on a diamond. Understanding the 4 C’s of Diamonds The value factors of a diamond are like anything else, supply and demand, but when you can …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Peridot
… break curses. Some legends added that this can only happen when it set in gold. Peridots were favored by pirates, considered powerful amulets against all evil, and when set in gold, were said to protect the wearer from the terrors of the… Cleopatra. The ancients called it the “gem of the sun”. It was believed that peridot could chase away evil spirits and dissolve curses but only when set in gold. Peridot is the birthstone for August. It is also the accepted anniversary …
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Star White Gold
…, where rhodium plating of white gold has become common, thus hiding the real color of the white gold from the consumer at the time of purchase. Rhodium plating of white gold is legal in most countries. For good technical and economic … I have been telling my clients about the problem with no real solution…now we have a solution! Why are white gold consumers dissatisfied? Because they don’t know what the true color of the jewelry is when they buy it. I have seen a …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Pearl
… time. Because of this, cultured pearls are far more common and affordable than natural pearls. Cultured pearls are considered “real” or genuine pearls. Fake or imitation “pearls” would refer to beads or objects that are made to look like… of the largest and most perfectly symmetrical natural pearls in existence. It weighs approximately 50 carats and is considered to be one of the most valuable pearls in the world. The Hope Pearl is believed to have been discovered off the…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Emerald
… are tiny fissures, bubbles, or crystals that are visible to the naked eye. These inclusions are not necessarily considered flaws but rather add character and uniqueness to the stone. At this point in history, almost every emerald has had…Springtime exudes life, full of bright colors and renewed energy. Emerald, May’s gemstone, captures this enthusiasm for life in rich elegance. This precious gemstone …fertility, and rebirth. Gemology of Emerald Emeralds are a member of the beryl mineral family (along with morganite and aquamarine) and are valued for their rich green color. The intensity of an emerald’s hue depends on the presence of …
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The History of Diamond Cuts
… 3 facet rose cut looks a lot different than a 24 facet rose cut. Some cuts can vary by multiple facets and still be considered properly cut. With other cuts even changing 1 facet would result in the diamond being labeled a miss-cut (….” said by Pliny, the Roman historian. The story of the diamond cut is the story of humankind’s love of diamonds and our quest to unlock their true brilliance. Before Diamond Cutting The Romans loved diamonds but did not have the …
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What to Do When Your Ring Irritates Your Skin
… of this. When you are deciding on a new metal, it may be best to borrow a ring made out of the material you are considering for a few days. That way, you can know for sure if it will irritate your skin. Once you have found the right … over the years. But, we are not doctors, and if you have a severe allergic reaction, it would probably be best to consult a dermatologist. Feel free to comment or contact us with any questions you have. Also, please visit the shop to get…
