Irish Catholics typically use Celtic symbolism and tradition in their daily lives. Celtic wedding rings are commonly used to symbolize the union between a man and a woman. The most popular Celtic style wedding ring is the Claddagh which is…
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Almost anything can be found on eBay these days. From cars to furniture, crafts to clothing, there’s a category for everything. Jewelry is one particularly eBay-friendly item, since it is usually small and lightweight, and details photographs help you picture…
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Diamonds may very well be a girl’€™s best friends, but there is a time and place for you and your “girlfriends” to get together. When wondering whether diamond jewelry is appropriate, the answer will depend on what kind of jewelry…
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Diamonds can very easily be considered one of the things in life that literally take our breath away. What is it about these exquisite stones that drive us crazy and tempt us to spend hundreds of dollars? Sure they are…
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The first thing people do when you tell them you’re engaged is…sneak a look at your ring. Come on, I know you’ve noticed that. We know that ‘the ring’ holds a special place and status symbol if you will since…well;…
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Changing Inequalities in the Diamond Industry “I’m extremely optimistic about the future of this industry,” says Paul Ekon, an emerging talent and fresh voice in the newly revitalized world of the diamond business. For an industry that has been hit…
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If you have recently gotten a divorce, you may be wondering what to do with your engagement or wedding ring. The truth is, although you may want to throw it into the depths of the darkest abyss and never come…
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I have worked in the Fine Jewelry industry for many years and feel compelled to defend it. There are as many different methods of attaining uncut gemstones as there are people who buy them as a finished product. The industry…
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If you are searching for an impressive gift to give your girlfriend, wife or mother for a special occasion, you cannot go wrong by presenting that special lady with a necklace made from real pearls. Barbara Bush, Queen Elizabeth II…
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Whether it is the natural pearl or the cultured ones, both are produce by the oysters. Natural pearls are usually produced within the oyster by a natural process whereas, in the production of cultured pearls, there is the involvement of…
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They are big, bold and beautiful. That’s right – the chunky choker has taken center stage this season. It is the hottest piece of jewelry to own right now. Despite the popularity of this jewelry item, many women shy away…
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Chokers are fun, trendy accessories that are a big hit this fall. The past few years were all about multi-layered necklaces, this time around, chokers and bib-style necklaces are all the rage. Following are some tips on how to carry…
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Chunky chokers can be fun to wear and make a bold statement, but try to follow these simple rules so you look chic, not clunky. Let your choker be the star of the show. If you’re making a statement with…
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Whether you are looking to expand your own jewelry wardrobe, or are looking for a gift for that someone special in your life, buying fashion jewelry online is a great option. When you shop online for jewelry, you have access to a…
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Treated black diamonds are natural diamond that have been treated with a color enhancing process. Natural black diamonds are very rare. They are also very expensive. This is what makes black diamonds a popular fashion trend today. Everyone would love…
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Treated blue diamonds are diamonds that are created by exposing the stone to light or radiation. This process is what adds the color to the stone. Natural blue diamonds are extremely rare. They are also very expensive. A technique was…
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Natural fancy blue diamonds are so rare that most jewelers may never have seen one. Natural color in diamonds is usually caused by trace amounts of other elements, scattered among the carbon lattice. Spectral analysis of a real diamond shows…
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Treated black diamonds are diamonds that have been exposed to radiation during processing in order to change their color. Most treated black diamonds started as white (colorless) diamonds with an unwanted yellow tint. In contrast, natural black diamonds, or carbonados,…
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Many women enjoy wearing a piece of jewelry that boasts the birthstone of the month of their birth. If you are born in the fall month of November, you will actually have two stones from which to choose, according to…
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When you get down on one knee to propose to your lady love, you want to have a special engagement ring to impress her. Of course many choose the standard diamond ring, but there are many unique options you can…
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Wedding rings show the special bond which exists only between you and your loved one. Since each love is unique, why not choose a ring equally so? There are many special rings which can be unique for your marriage. Character…
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There are two gems that are commonly touted as the birthstone for the month of March. The most commonly used one that you see designated in most jewelry stores is the aquamarine. A second stone that is sometimes considered a…
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Pearls have been known and valued in the ancient cultures around the world, from ancient Egypt to China. Cultured pearls have replaced natural pearls on the market and genuine natural saltwater pearls are now increasingly rare. How Pearls are Grown…
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We all love aquamarine that gemstone sometimes found as flawless crystals having a sky blue color ranging to a green blue of the deep ocean. Its name comes from the Latin “aqua” (water) and “mare” (sea). In ancient times blue-green…
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It is important to know the correct ring size if you are getting a ring for yourself or someone else. Rings can be expensive and in some cases impossible to resize, thus you want to get it right the first…
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Silver jewelry is widely appreciated for its stylish beauty. However, silver, as any other type of material, reacts with the environment elements, even with air, and, in time, tarnish affects the once shiny look of your silver jewelry. While this…
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A charm bracelet makes a great gift for an adult or a child. There are many different types of charm bracelets with different themes. Think about what you want to highlight in the charms you wear. Mother’s charm bracelet A…
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There are many different options when it comes to women’s dress watches. They provide different looks and come across a wide range of prices. First you need to decide how much you have to spend on a dress watch. Just…
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A digital watch shows the exact numbers of the time instead of requiring one to calculate it from the direction the hands are pointing. There are many choices of digital watches, which offer different features and abilities. Compare the different…
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A Herkimer diamond is nothing other than colorless transparent quartz, also known as rock crystal. It is not a diamond in any way, shape, or form. It doesn’t share the same crystal structure. It doesn’t even share the same composition…
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