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Is a Lab Grown Diamond Right for Me?
… Balance , our own collection of unique engagement rings made exclusively with lab … I buy a lab grown diamond? This decision is, of course, up to you. Don’t let yourself be pressured or guilt tripped into buying a diamond that you don’t love. There are plenty of people out there who will tell you that it’s morally … with a selection of natural and lab grown diamonds, beautiful jewelry to set them in, honest and upfront descriptions of every product, and a proven track record of incredible prices. P. S. If you are considering a lab grown diamond, …
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The Birthstones
…, Garnet. Garnet’s pizzazz energizes the gloomiest day. Garnet varieties brighten the world in colors of yellow to gold, bright orange to true orange, brown to cinnamon, pinks to greens, and of course many shades of red. Garnets are given…gem of the sun”. It was believed that peridot could chase away evil spirits and dissolve curses but only when set in gold. Care should be taken to protect peridot from scratches, sharp blows, household chemicals and extreme temperature …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Tourmaline
… the power to grant enlightenment, give power over spiritual affairs, reconcile opposites, and change base metals to gold. Tourmaline has a special place in our hearts as California natives because it is one of the few gems that are found… this unique and beautiful gem, why would you add it to your collection? Maybe you love seeing a single gem with multiple colors. Maybe you like the idea of buying a gem mined locally, right here in California . Maybe you just …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Tanzanite
… pieces eventually showcased at the Tanzania National Museum. The Queen of Kilimanjaro tiara contains the largest faceted tanzanite in the world. The tiara also contains 913 diamonds and 803 tsavorite garnets all set in 18 karat white gold. It is owned by former Apple CEO Michael Scott who routinely loans it out for display at museums. Care and Cleaning of Tanzanite While tanzanite is stable and won’t be harmed under normal conditions the low hardness and poor to fair …
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Styles of Earring Backs
… Irritant – If used with costume jewelry made of non-precious metals, it may cause irritation to sensitive skin. Gold options found on more valuable jewelry do not typically have this problem. Lever Backs (European Backs) Lever backs, …find them irritating. Wearing Out – With frequent wear over many years, it’s possible for the threading to become stripped and the posts and/or backs may need to be replaced. Security – Yes, it’s both a pro and con. We have heard …
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Anatomy of a Ring
… never know it was sized looking at the shank with your naked eye. Over time, the shank can wear thin—yes, even gold and platinum can wear away. In such cases a jeweler can “re-shank” the ring by replacing the metal at the bottom of the … from falling out. The very top of the prong—the part that actually rests on top of the stone—is called the “tip.” It’s always a good idea to have your prongs checked by a jeweler, especially if it looks to you like any of the tips are …
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How Are Lab Grown Diamonds Made?
… the imagination of scientists and visionaries alike. Just like the alchemists of old who sought to turn lead into gold, many have tried to achieve this impressive feat. We have only recently been able to produce gem quality, lab grown …where the amazing properties of diamonds (hardness, thermal conductivity, etc.) are used to make better tools and equipment. Since the initial success with the belt press, HPHT technology has been constantly advancing. Belt press …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Emerald
…and Mrs. O. Roy Chalk in 1972 and can be seen on display at the National Museum of Natural History in a platinum and gold ring surrounded by 60 pear-shaped diamonds. According to workers at the Muzo mine in Columbia, it is one of the … filler material. Despite being a relatively hard stone (with a Mohs hardness of 7.5-8), emeralds can be easier to chip than similar gems due to their plentiful inclusions. This doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t wear and enjoy your …
