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Alternative Metals for Men’s Jewelry
Until very recently, men only had a handful of choices when choosing a metal for their wedding band. Gold, silver, and platinum are all excellent metals which make great wedding bands, but with the advent of new… down many of the new “alternative metals” (and non-metals) and explains why you may want to choose one for your wedding band. Titanium Titanium is an excellent metal for wedding bands. It is naturally silver-white in color, but it can be … about the same as or even less than sizing a traditional ring. Overall, titanium is a splendid choice for a man’s wedding band. It is light weight, has the cool image of being made of aircraft metal, and is named after gods. It has a …
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Gold Purity and The Differences Between White and Yellow Gold
…a piece of jewelry is pure gold or solid gold or 24 karat gold, but what does it all mean? Gold used in jewelry like wedding rings can come in many forms. Basic to understand the uses of gold in jewelry is karat. Karat with a K is the purity…917 24K 24/24 100% 999 The key to understanding gold karat is the karat value over 24. An example is a 14 karat gold wedding ring. It is 14/24, which equals 58.3% gold and 41.7% alloy. In most engagement rings the stamp in the ring is 14k or…
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Frequently Asked Question about Jewelry
… changes, but it is basically the same look and feel, just newer. I have worked with clients who have changed their wedding ring after only two years and others waited until over 50 years. The reasons to redesign range widely: the ring is …), the style is not right for me now, or, the very popular reason, going bigger/upgrade time. Does redesigning the wedding ring mean I don’t love him anymore or things need to change in the marriage some ask? Styles change, what can be done …
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Anatomy of a Ring
… can wear and break or crack over time. The gallery is also a prime location to see wear caused by other rings (e.g. wedding bands) that are worn next to each other. The constant friction with another ring can actually wear through the … enough to hold the ring together? Are the gallery wires thin and easily breakable? Will it accommodate any bands or other rings you plan to wear next to the main ring? Head The head is the piece that holds the gemstone. Pronged heads are …
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Platinum
…These qualities of platinum are equivalent to the ideals of eternal true love. All over the world, engagement rings, wedding bands and anniversary rings made in platinum symbolize the everlasting endurance of love. Platinum is pure, an …
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Jewelry Solder: What You Should Know
Solder is the unseen “glue” that holds most jewelry together. If you have ever had a ring sized, a 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 we first have to understand …
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The Magic of Polarized Light
… forces pulling in on it. The strain distorts the polarized light showing anomalous double refraction (ADR). Many optics manufacturers use a polariscope to analyze the internal stresses of their glass. Can you see the dark “snake” bands on this glass gem? In Conclusion So there you have it, a brief introduction to polarized light and its many uses in gemology and our day-to-day lives. We hope you enjoyed this article, and remember that if you are in the market for a new …
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The Difference Between White Gold and Platinum
…a careful choice of the alloying metals, which bleach the deep yellow of pure gold. The amount of alloy mixed with gold is called its karat. The key to understanding gold karat is the karat value over 24. An example is a 14-karat gold wedding ring. It is 14/24, which equals 58.3% gold and 41.7% alloy. The white color is achieved by a careful choice of the alloying metals, which bleach the yellow of pure gold. Platinum is a naturally white metal. It does not need to be …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Ruby
…, dragons were often depicted holding or guarding precious rubies, which were believed to represent their fiery breath and fierce power. Today, ruby is recognized as the birthstone for July and the traditional gift for the 40th wedding anniversary. See More on Etsy › Notable Rubies Throughout history, rubies have been worn by royalty, nobility, and the wealthy as a symbol of power and success. The Sunrise Ruby is not only the most expensive ruby in the world, it is the …
