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Custom Designs
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We designed this unique solitaire to perfectly complement the stunning green Alexandrite center. A dramatic U-shaped piece intersects the top of the ring, and secures the cushion cut Alexandrite in a …
Fine Jewelry University
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Gem in the Spotlight: Alexandrite
… by day, ruby by night, more expensive than diamond and more illustrious than sapphire, emerald, or even ruby, alexandrite has been known around the world as one of the most sought-after gems for the better part of 200 years. But, what makes … bluish-green in daylight, fluorescent light, and some LED light. Under incandescent light, candle, and firelight, alexandrite appears purplish-red. This is because of how the trace element chromium interacts with alexandrite’s crystal structure…
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Synthetic Gems: The Whole Story
Ruby, sapphire, emerald and alexandrite are very beautiful gems and very rare in their stunning beauty. These four gems have been coveted by rulers and the … identify as synthetic. Both, I feel, are impossible to identify in a piece of jewelry. Synthetic ruby, sapphire, alexandrite and emerald are very complex because there are different ways to make them. The inexpensive way to make the synthetic …
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The Birthstones
…believed to be a symbol of faith and loyal friendship. Learn more about Emerald June’s Birthstone: Pearl (Moonstone, Alexandrite, Rhodolite Garnet) Pearls are often associated with love and tears, they were dedicated to Aphrodite, the Greek … nature, ready to be admired and worn to display all their beauty. Alternative gemstones for June include moonstone, alexandrite, and rhodolite garnet. Learn more about Pearl and Alexandrite July’s Birthstone: Ruby Ruby’s rarity and beauty has …
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How to Clean Jewelry at Home
… Solutions : Read the label on your cleaning solution to learn what jewelry is safe to clean with it. Ultrasonic : Only use the ultrasonic with the following gems: Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Quartz, Topaz, Tourmaline, Aqua, Morganite, Alexandrite, Garnet. Remember the warning above that other factors (like inclusions) can play a role here, so just because a gem is on this list does not mean that it is always safe to put in an ultrasonic. But, in most cases, if a gem is not on …
