Jewelry

Pearls conjure up different images to different people. Some people associate them with elderly women; but to those with a knack for style, they represent a classic accessory for all ages. There are many ways to wear pearls in a…
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When people talk about Murano glass then it is inevitable that most people will immediately think about paperweights and the millefiori technique of canes of glass. Murano glass though is the glass created by the glassworkers of the Murano Island…
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The vivid changeable hues in precious opal are called its play of color. They might as well be called its play of light. The microscopic structure of an opal breaks up and rearranges ordinary white light until we see moving…
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Earrings can compliment a bride’s look. There are many different styles and types of earrings, so how do you choose the best one for your special day? You should think about a wide variety of factors. First, decide whether there…
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The best way to clean a pearl necklace is prevention, but sometimes you must clean the necklace. With care, a pearl necklace can enhance the beauty of its wearer for many years. Prevention Pearls may grow in water, but once…
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Since ancient times diamonds have retained many mystical associations, some of which are based on legend and some on facts. A diamond is the eternal symbol for love, and is generally associated with wealth and success. A diamond can signify…
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Pearls are one of the most sought after gemstones, especially by women. They are though basically only minute fragments of calcium carbonate that is layered until a small smooth, round ball is formed with the mantle of a shelled mollusc….
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Hints for Choosing Diamond Jewelry Choosing diamond jewelry as a present is a thing that every woman will definitely love, but from time to time it can be hard to know what precisely you are purchasing. By taking a look…
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There is an old cliche that diamonds are a girls best friend. I don’t know if that is still the majority view. I have bought both “real” and “man made” diamonds in my life. Let’s backtrack just a little and…
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It is a question that many people will ask hoping for a sensible answer, what is the difference between 9 and 18 carat gold? Men in particular often seem confused between the different grades of gold, and whilst they will recognise…
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Carat is one of those words that most people know, but are unable to actually describe its specific meaning. Specificity though is an issue as it does have two different meanings, one meaning relates to the weight of precious stones,…
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The opal has become an increasingly important ingredient for jewellers with many beautiful bracelets and necklaces make use of the opal as the centrepiece. The opal is the national gemstone of Australia, and although the country produces its fair share…
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You want your child to enjoy beautiful jewelry. You must be careful, however, because many of the pieces that would be safe for an adult would not be appropriate for a child. You want to take the proper precautions in…
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Cufflinks produce a sophisticated look. They are one of the few pieces of jewelry many men will wear, and they come in many shapes, sizes and forms. Men should look at the different cufflinks available to decide which goes best…
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You love gold and you love silver. Just because these two metals look different does not mean that you cannot wear them together if you do so tastefully and with a method. Wearing them side by side can provide a…
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Wearing jewelry can add the final touch that changes an outfit and look from nice to stunning. For this reason many people enjoy wearing necklaces, earrings, bracelets and rings, and making jewelry can provide pieces that are unique, and well…
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It is hard for most people to consider jewellery to be unique, as most items are purchased from High Street jewellers, and although items may not be mass produced, are produced in large numbers. In general to buy a unique…
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In real terms there is no difference between costume jewellery and fashion jewellery, and are terms basically used for the same thing, jewellery made from non-precious metals or gemstones. Everyone would love to own a piece of gemstone clad jewellery…
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Buying bargain jewelry is an interesting concept since the term bargain can mean many things to many people. For a millionaire, a $100,000 diamond going for $50,000 would be considered a bargain. For a youngster, a bracelet for $2 could…
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For those of you who are interested in learning more about how diamonds are valued, the carat weight of a particular cut or uncut diamond is just one of the determining factors of the value of that particular diamond. Its weight,…
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Year after year, one of the number one sellers in jewelry during the holiday season, birthdays and Valentine’s Day has been the diamond. Whether you are buying a diamond as a gift, just browsing or a little something to add…
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Purchasing jewellery from High Street jewellers is all well and good but the fact is that unless you are prepared to spend a fortune on 18K gold, diamond and ruby encrusted necklace, it will not be unique. There is though…
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Trends in jewelry are ever changing and can be affected by seasonal and economic conditions. The economy is playing a big role in current trends with the cost of gold being quite high. This has led to a resurgence of…
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The fact that the majority of pearls are now cultivated and not dived for has not detracted greatly from their value. Good quality pearls are still an expensive item, and having spent a lot of money on the gemstone it…
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A typical homeowners or renters policy covers only a small amount of jewelry automatically. The value is usually limited to a range of $1,000 – $2,500, depending on the company you have your policy with. For many people this might…
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There are many different types of personalized bracelets that you can get. These might represent something specific, such as a mother’s children, or it may be something representative of the woman herself. This can be a beautiful piece of jewelry…
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The term mother of pearl is a common one, and most people will be able to point out the obvious link to the pearl. In terms of nature mother of pearl is a far more common occurrence than the creation…
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Any owner of jewellery should have a safe place to store their precious items, a place where jewellery pieces will avoid being damaged. This has normally meant the purchase of a jewellery box, some of which are beautiful to behold….
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The word diamond came from a Greek word which means invincible and might have been applied to any hard stone. The Romans spoke of such stones as early as the 1st century AD. It is believed that those stones came from India,…
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There are many facts and legends associated with pearls, but for countless generations they have been some of the most prized possessions of many a household. The myths surrounding pearls date back as far as their known history does. The…
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