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1. Synthetic Gems: The Whole Story

   FJU Category: Gemstones | Tags: Gemology, Moissanite, Synthetic Gemstones

   …. But synthetic gems are not natural; they are manmade. Knowing what you are buying is key. Shopping for jewelry in this 24/7 gem networks on cable or satellite or internet sites can be over whelming. Another tricky way to buy is estate jewelry; many private sellers don’t really know what they have when they sell on e-bay or the newspaper. The other places I have seen synthetics sold as natural are overseas tourist shops and live auctions. Unfortunately paper work is no …

2. Learn Secret Diamond Buying Skills From a Professional Diamond Buyer

   FJU Category: Diamonds | Tags: Consumer Protection, Diamond Buying, Tips and Tricks

   … see, so bring you personal master with you and you will be able to compare with confidence. Remember, trust you judgement. There is one more “C” if you are looking to buy a previously owned diamond. Condition is critical to value in estate diamonds. A chipped diamond loses a lot of value. You must look very carefully for chips. Chips may be under a prong. It would be a good idea after you agree on a price of a non-chipped diamond to have the diamond removed by a jeweler …