Opals: One of the most beautiful gemstones in world. The name Opal was derived from Sanskrit word “upala”, meaning “valuable stone” and Greek term “Opallios”, which translates as “colour change”. The Romans called “opalus”, or a “stone from several elements”….
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Buying jewelry on line is a great way to broaden your options and score a fabulous deal all from the comfort of your living room. While most jewelry shoppers have great experiences with their on line purchases there are some…
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In a world that is getting more and more technology-dependent, people are using the Internet more often to buy clothes, toys, cars, groceries and other important items that were once purchased in person at a store. This convenient way of shopping may…
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Being a girl, I love jewelry! Some women do, some women don’t. But most girls around 12-14 do. Jewelry is a great gift idea for any preteen young lady in your life! However, it depends on whether or not you…
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You better believe that a cheap ring that appears to look like gold will surely stain the skin on your finger under the ring “green.” The reason being is that the ring in question contains copper. Like it or not, when copper…
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Rings are such a romantic, lovely piece of jewelry. Wearing a ring makes me feel romantic and feminine. But that lovely fantasy ends when you notice that your beautiful ring has turned you finger green! Some peoples’ fingers turn black!…
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Only ET likes green fingers. If a ring turns your finger green or black, this is caused by a reaction between the chemicals in your skin or sweat and the metals in the jewelry. This happens most often with rings,…
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Buying jewelry for a teacher is a great gift idea, but it needs to be handled carefully. Jewelry is a personal item, and a teacher is not supposed to be a personal friend. It is important to select a piece…
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Natural white diamonds are the most common type of gemstone diamond. Their carbon crystalline structure means that they can reflect and refract light along the planes of the carbon lattice, causing them to flash and sparkle. This light performance consists…
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The preteen years are important in a person’s life. If you want to buy something for a preteen, jewelry can be the perfect choice. Make sure the preteen has a safe place to keep jewelry and keepsakes. If not, purchase…
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Ever wonder why some rings give you a greenish stain on your skin? You may believe that this is due to an allergic reaction to the metal, but this is false! The process that forms that green stain is called…
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I love making jewelry! My favorite pieces of jewelry to make are purity rings and necklaces. Bracelets are also fun to make, but its always hard to to tell how much wire, string, or thread to use for your bracelet….
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It is easier to make rings using wire and beads than you might imagine. Doing so is a creative endeavor resulting in produce you can give as gifts or sell. The cost of making rings is exceedingly low, which means that you can have…
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Jewels of the Mountain The southern Appalachian Trail offers a host of many treasures. Among these include breathtaking views, hospitality and gem mining. Western North Carolina is the prime location for gem mining. Nestled among the Blue Ridge and Smoky…
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The world’s largest D-flawless diamond is Centenary Diamond. Mine. The Centenary Diamond is rated as grade D in color by the Gemological Institute of America, which is the highest grade of colorless diamond and is internally and externally flawless. The…
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The ruby is a precious gemstone much prized for its rich redness. In the United Kingdom, the usual stones chosen for engagement rings are either sapphires and diamonds or rubies and diamonds. People once prized rubies far above diamonds, and…
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Spring is officially here and now is the time for some serious accesorising. There is not much to Spring and Summer fashion. Simple flowy cotton dresses, sandals or delicate flats, tank tops Bermuda shorts, and the array of fashion choices…
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I love jewelry. If ever a girl loved jewelry, it would be me. I particularly love pearls, though I cannot give you any rational reasons why. Pearls are actually something that any self-respecting vegetarian should eschew and although I’m not…
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There are various different materials used for wedding rings; this article examines each material and its wearability rate. 1. Silver – A relatively inexpensive semi-precious white metal, reasonably soft and ductile and popular with men both as a fashion item…
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When we think of rubies the colour which immediately comes to mind is blood red. However, the colour of rubies can range from the lightest champagne hue to a very bright red, known as ‘pigeon red’. Its Latin name is…
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The ruby is a gem-grade member of the corundum family, and is therefore actually a red sapphire. The word ruby comes from the Latin rubrum, meaning “red”. They have been highly prized for thousands of years. When one thinks of rubies, Burma is…
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What is it that turns a beautiful piece of jewelry into a precious heirloom that will be passed down for generations? These heirlooms are usually classic pieces that stand the test of time, basics which never stop flattering a woman’s…
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Understanding clarity will help you make an informed, confident decision when purchasing a diamond. The confusion surrounding diamond clarity stems from two areas, the various internal characteristics making up the diamond and the influence clarity has on a diamond’s value…
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I’ve always loved emeralds. They’re a member of the beryl family, which is the same family that the ruby and aquamarine (and the lesser-known pink morganite) come from. It’s hard to find a quality emerald any more, because the mines…
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Have you ever seen that episode of Ricky Lake when all these women from various backgrounds find out on national television that their cheap hubbies bought them fake diamond wedding rings instead of the real deal? I would have hated…
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Newly pierced ears are vulnerable to infection – that’s because a wound has been made which allows bacteria on the skin to get into the flesh. When your ear has been newly pierced, carefully clean the earlobe each night with…
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The Garnet: Birthstone Charm of Warmth and Fire Garnet jewelry has a history that dates back to the Bronze Age, circa 3000 BC. Garnets were found in ancient Egypt, Rome, and Greece. Traditionally, the garnet as a birthstone charm is…
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So you have a beautiful opal? It really does pay to know how to look after this, my favourite gem stone. Not only will it ensure your opal does not lose value but it also means you will get continued…
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Women like to look pretty and wearing earrings can be an excellent idea. It is a certain value which is added to their appearance but you can go wrong if you don’t take the necessary time and precaution. Fashion trends…
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You used to be able to walk into any department store that sold watches and have them change a battery for you. Most would even do it for free if you bought the replacement battery there with them. Today, however,…
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