Why would it be unromatnic to choose your own engagement ring? If anything, it’s even more romantic. It adds a personal flair that will be worn on the woman’s/man’s finger for the rest of his/her life. Now for any gays…
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There are several ways to sell gold, silver or platinum jewelry; the main thing is to know what you are doing so you don’t get ripped off, end up taking less for your precious metal jewelry than it’s worth or…
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Engagement; the day every girl and woman looks forward to, where she’ll be proposed to by the perfect guy, at the perfect location, with the perfect ring. Yet, ‘perfect’ is a very, very subjective word, and in this case, we…
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First of all, being proposed to is one of the most romantic events any of us will ever experience. I speak for all women when I say that this moment needs to be nothing less than perfect. This means that…
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Out of the 4Cs (Cut, Carat, Color and Clarity) Clarity is one that people are usually misinformed about. The clarity grades used by the diamond industry are provided below: IF-FL: Perfectly clear. No dots, clouds, lines, feathers or anything, even…
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Jewellery made from semi-precious stones is often colourful , exotic and stylish. Bold necklaces made from turquoise, jade or adventurine often provide the perfect finishing touch to an outfit and due to the often bohemian sensibility exuded by semi-precious pieces,…
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Jewelry is a good idea for Mother’s Day because most mothers wear jewelry. First I would look at what type of jewelry your mom likes to wear. Does she like to wear rings, necklaces, bracelets or earrings? Whichever one she…
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“Diamonds are a woman’s best friend.” “Diamonds are forever.” Wealthy individuals coined both of these terms. To Africans, diamonds are two things, blessings and curses. THE BLOOD DIAMOND DISCOVERY Diamonds were first discovered in South Africa around the late 1800s….
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Before looking into efforts to combat diamond smuggling in Africa, one has to know what is so special abut such diamonds. The simplistic explanation is that the diamonds from Africa are known as “blood diamonds” or “conflict diamonds.” Diamonds are…
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Nothing is better than putting a new piece of jewelry on for the first time. The way it sparkles, the beautiful design and craftsmanship adds a perfect finishing touch to your look. But how to you keep your jewelry looking…
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How many times have you thought, I’d love to get him this, but you thought he’d never wear it. You fall back on the why bother- it’s not his taste. Its true many men are very particular what they like,…
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When you purchase that perfect piece of jewelry it is not only the design that attracts you but also its shine and sparkle. But how can you keep this sparkle and shine without consigning it to your jewelry box and…
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I had watched “Blood Diamond” when it had come out back in December of 2006. I had to say that I was very satisfied with the entire movie. Overall, it was worth the ten dollars I had spent at the…
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Every woman dreams of the perfect guy, in the perfect location, holding up the perfect ring; in other words, the perfect engagement. After all, which girl never dreamt of the Prince Charming, kneeling and offering her a ring, and then…
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An oblong shaped face is long and thin, with a forehead, cheek and jaw-line that are all similar in width. In general, it’s overall shape are very similar to the natural characteristics an oval shape (except it is much longer,…
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Tourmaline is a popular semiprecious gemstone noted for it is wide range of colors. Think of a color and there will be a tourmaline somewhere to match it. What is a tourmaline? It is a boron aluminum silicate mineral of…
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The community is not well informed when it comes to brilliant diamonds or diamond jewellery until eventually the important occasion to shop for one unfolds. Out of the thousands of resources available, most are unfortunately misguiding. Right here is a…
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Buying jewelry on-line is becoming more popular day by day, as shoppers find lots of discounts and a big range of jewelry to choose from, with just a click of a mouse. Less people are going into the street, shopping malls to buy items…
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A wedding ring is the one item of jewelry you are going to wear more than any other in your collection, because of this it is important to choose a ring that is right for you. Design, comfort and shape…
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The heart shaped face is recognized by its’ wide forehead, high cheekbones and tapered chin. In general, its’ overall shape and natural characteristics are very similar to the oval face. Jewellery pieces can be worn to accentuate your best features,…
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How have the African civil wars impacted the diamond trade? The answer is simple; the diamonds in Africa are the source of violence, bloodshed, warring, death, and displacement throughout the ravaged parts of the continent. One example would be the…
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The Cat’s Eye is a rare and striking gemstone, but what is it? Well, it looks just like a cat’s eye, cut en-cabochon, having an intriguing sharp silvery band of light that moves across a translucent honey yellow background when…
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Jewelry can be expensive. Fortunately, with a little bit of forethought and some practical savings sense, there are ways to spend less on jewelry. Below are some tips to help you get more for your money. 1. While many jewelers’…
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Whether you rent or own your home, chances are you have some form of insurance, be it homeowners or renters. While these are both excellent tools to help protect you in case of robbery, fire or other unforeseen circumstances, they…
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The cushion cut diamond is a diamond shape that was popular in the early 19th century and was so named because it was very similar to a plump cushion or pillow. Such diamonds are very rare nowadays and can only…
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Do you know where birthstones came from? Believe it or not, they go really far back. Originally created to represent the twelve tribes of Israel, they are popular today from anything from earrings to bracelets, rings to anklets. Each birthstone…
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A Herkimer diamond is really a classification of a certain shaped quartz crystal, not a diamond at all. It is also sometimes called Little Falls Diamond or Middleville Diamond. While a real diamond is formed from carbon, a Herkimer diamond…
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As a man, who’s based his whole philosophy on buying and selling jewelry, I have plenty to say when it comes to bargains. It’s true there are large markups when it comes to jewelry, and if you ask me for…
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The Best Engagement Ring.When buying an engagement ring make sure it is a good reflection of your love to her. This is a lifetime commitment and your thought should be and show forever. Learn everything that you can about diamonds….
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I didn’t think much about gems and the Christian faith until I was selling fine jewelry and learned that some Christians love shiney crosses, and other Christians consider wearing gemstone crosses vulgar. There is the theme of modesty and giving…
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