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How to Sell Jewelry on Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace
… buyer at a public place, then do not sell your jewelry through the Craigslist or Marketplace. The buyer’s bank is a good public location because if they wish to buy the jewelry they can go and get the cash now to finish the transaction. …. That way, when someone calls you, you get a call back number, and they can’t find your home address. It is also a good idea to go with someone else. I have met people who had another person standing in the background just watching. …
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The Birthstones
…, pinks to greens, and of course many shades of red. Garnets are given as symbols of consistency, perseverance and good health. Garnet is also regarded as the gem of faith, constancy and truth and possesses many curative powers. Some of … think it’s a great addition. Spinel is a beautiful gem that comes in virtually every color you can imagine. It has good hardness and durability making it suitable for regular wear and its brilliance is on par with even the most beautiful…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Morganite
…J. P. Morgan. The New York Academy of Sciences in December 1910, named the pink variety of beryl “Morganite”. It has good hardness, durability, luster, and brilliance which make it a great gemstone for jewelry. For the gem nerds out there…-control, and patience to wearer. Morganite is usually very clean with excellent transparency and clarity. It has good hardness, durability, luster, and brilliance which make it a great gemstone for jewelry. Its wide range of soft pinkish…
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Diamond Buying Guide: The 4 C’s
… carat is divided into 100 points. A diamond can be described as 75 points or 0.75 carats or 3/4 of a carat. It is a good practice to know the exact weight of a diamond when buying or selling. The weight of a diamond is often thought of … shape, keep in mind that different shapes have different light properties. Some shapes, like round, are especially good at returning light to the viewer which makes them sparkle more than other shapes. The emerald cut, for example, gives…
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What are “Blood Diamonds”?
… been able to invest the revenue from diamonds into the development of infrastructure, schools and hospitals for the good of the communities in which diamonds are found. These countries include Australia, Botswana, Canada, Namibia, Russia… diamond resources. The country’s health system and employment out look is substantially benefited by diamonds and a good government. When people stop buying diamonds, they really hurt the developing countries that are benefiting from the…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Garnet
…, pinks to greens, and of course many shades of red. Garnets are given as symbols of consistency, perseverance and good health. Garnet is also regarded as the gem of faith, constancy and truth and possesses many curative powers. Garnets …
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Star White Gold
… white gold from the consumer at the time of purchase. Rhodium plating of white gold is legal in most countries. For good technical and economic reasons, the term ‘white’ has been used elastically to encompass a wide range of color and …be able to request that jewelry products be manufactured in Grade 1, 2 or 3 white gold, defined as follows: Grade 1: Good white. This grade includes alloys measuring less than 19 on the ASTM Yellowness Index, and does not require rhodium …
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Types of Necklace Chains
… relatively strong to support the weight of a pendant during daily wear and tear. Larger link cable chains make a good base for charm bracelets. PROS Wearability – The simple design of cable chains makes them very flexible and nearly … features tighter links and a more rounded profile. This style has become extremely popular in recent years, and for good reason. It gives a big look like a herringbone or omega, but it also has the flexibility and strength that curb …
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Caring for and Cleaning Your Jewelry
… the shine. Ammonia-based cleaners clean diamonds and gold well but they may hurt other gemstones. It is also not a good idea to soak jewelry for very long in ammonia-based cleaners. Some anti-bacteria cleaners can also degrade the solder… with diamond jewelry. Ultrasonic’s can damage other gemstones, know for certain it is safe to use. Ethyl alcohol is good for rinsing diamonds because it evaporates so quickly. Do not use any cleaning solutions that contain oil as they …
