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The Magic of Polarized Light
We use polarized light on a daily basis when we put on our sunglasses, turn on our TV, or sit down at our computer. But, what is polarized … light is actually a very useful tool in gemology, and in this article we’ll show you why. What Is Polarized Light? Light from almost any light source travels in many different directions, and the vibrations around each ray of light are …. In the gemological world, this would be any light source that we use on a regular basis (e.g. overhead reflected light or a daylight equivalent fluorescent light source). Polarized light, on the other hand, has all of the vibrations and …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Blue Zircon
Zircon may be last in the alphabet of gemstones, but it is first in sparkle. The crystal structure of zircon creates one of the liveliest displays found in any … other colored gems? Zircon has a high refractive index (1.92-2.01). The refractive index (abbreviated RI) of a gemstone is its optical property that refers to the ratio of the speed of light in a vacuum to the speed of light through a … hues like a rainbow. Then the rainbow effect is broken and focused by the facets of the gem to create the brilliant light show we see. Zircon is also of interest to geologists because it is one of the oldest minerals on earth. In the gem …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Topaz
…). Smokey Topaz: Brownish grey color. Blue Topaz: The most common color. A full range of shades is available from light Sky Blue to dark London Blue. Topaz is also found in less commonly known colors like green, pink, and purple. Imperial … a nuclear reactor to produce the London Blue Topaz. An electron bombardment in a linear accelerator results in the light Sky Blue Topaz. If both treatments are used, they produce Swiss Blue Topaz. Determining where one color ends and the …
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The Birthstones
January’s Birthstone: Garnet January babies born in the midst of cold, white (valley fog) and at times stark surroundings are rewarded … long-lasting love, and prevents hearing difficulties. Learn more about Garnet and Tasvorite Garnet February’s Birthstone: Amethyst Amethyst, transparent purple quartz, is the most important quartz variety used in jewelry. Purple has long … in the ornamentation of Catholic and other churches in the Middle Ages. It was, in particular, considered to be the stone of bishops and bishops still often wear amethyst rings. The Greek work “amethystos” basically can be translated as “…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Tanzanite
Beauty and rarity are two wonderful traits in a gemstone. Tanzanite has them both. In fact, it is estimated that Tanzanite is 1,000 times rarer than diamond. But, what makes… majority (current estimates are around 95%) of tanzanite is heat treated to help bring out the vibrant blues. The stones that haven’t been heated by humans were heated through natural effects while they were still underground. Without … isn’t heated and is still pretty enough for jewelry displays trichroism. Trichroism is an effect that causes gemstones to display different colors when viewed at different angles. Tanzanite in its raw form has three colors: blue, purple, …
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Types of Necklace Chains
… is folded into a cube shape and then linked together. The flat sides and defined edges of each box link reflects light and makes this chain one of the most eye catching design. Like the cable and rolo chains, the box chain is flexible. … redundancy makes the rope chain one of the most durable chain designs there is. Each twist on these chains reflects light easily and when they are diamond cut they are extremely sparkly. Although most chain styles can come in a hollow …
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Custom jewelry makes anything possible, and this piece is a great example of that. It is a classic two stone ring with a diamond set alongside a blue zircon. These gems are not often seen together, but they make a striking … oval diamond nestles perfectly next to the pear cut zircon. Because of blue zircon’s high index of refraction, both stones sparkle brilliantly and perfectly complement each other. Just as the Toi et Moi (you and me) design symbolizes the …
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This is a classic three stone style design with a European style square-bottom shank, a deep red pear cut ruby center stone and round brilliant …
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A stunning three stone cocktail ring in 14k yellow gold. The emerald cut Aquamarine center stone is complimented by two matched Aquamarines…
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This impressive solitaire ring was designed especially to accommodate the Swiss blue topaz center stone, which weights over thirty-two carats. With a simple split shank, and basket style mounting, the topaz is the real …
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This is a truly artistic take on the popular two stone ring concept. Two perfectly matching diamonds are set at an offset on the top of the ring with a gently curved line of sparkling accent diamonds running in between them. A very special ring for a very special person
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We modified this classic three stone ring design to perfectly accommodate our customer’s diamonds. Sometimes custom jewelry is more about tweaking an existing ring design than coming up with something brand new. This ring set with the customer’s diamonds didn’t cost a …
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Fancy Color Diamonds
When we think of diamonds, we often imagine brilliantly white gemstones. But every so often, a diamond will come out of the ground in vivid color. These diamonds are extremely rare, … by surprise. The intensity of color in fancy color diamonds is described using the following terms: Faint, Very Light, Light, Fancy Light, Fancy, Fancy Intense, Fancy Vivid, Fancy Dark, and Fancy Deep. The value of any fancy color diamond… to treat a colorless diamond into a blue is not very expensive. The ranges of blue diamonds are extensive from light to dark. Natural (untreated) blue diamonds like the Hope Diamond are extremely rare. Purple Purple diamonds are very …
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Diamond Selection – 4C’s and an F
…? Fluorescence is a form of lumination that is created when a diamond is exposed to low or high wave ultraviolet light. Some degree is common in nearly one half of all diamonds. One major point in understanding ultraviolet light is sun … as some people describe it. Most people don’t want a hazy looking diamond that loses some of its fire in the sunlight. The good news about fluorescence is that sometimes it can actually improve the appearance of diamonds by improving its …
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How to Find Your Diamond When It’s Lost
… and tricks to help you find it again. These tips are what we have learned from working with small diamonds and gemstones day in and day out for years. Of course, the general advice for finding lost things (slow down, retrace your steps, …. Fluorescence is your friend. Many diamonds will give off a colored luminescence when placed under ultraviolet light. This is normally invisible, but you can use a black light in a dark room to make the effect stand out. A diamond with …
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Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas 2021
…, bracelets, necklaces, and more. Tiffany jewelry is both iconic and beautiful. You can’t go wrong giving her that light blue box. We’re also highlighting another jewelry staple: stud earrings. A sure fire gift idea, studs go with anything… (all on sale for Valentine’s Day). In addition to the classic diamond studs, we also have a great selection of gemstones like emerald, ruby, peridot, and more. Not sure which one to get her? Diamond is always a great choice, or go with …
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Arden Jewelers Catches Undisclosed Lab Grown Diamond
…. Using our brand new, state-of-the-art lab grown diamond tester was mostly just a matter of procedure as the stones were supposed to be natural. He was completely shocked when the tester flagged one of the two gems as a possible lab grown…like a natural diamond. He ran the test a few more times and even confirmed on our secondary lab diamond tester, the stone was definitely lab grown . Of course, we notified the wholesaler right away who was likely just as much a victim in …
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Intimately Public
I was sitting at a red light and glanced over at a couple in a heated discussion. I smiled to myself; I remember those days. The time when the … gems in the original ring have strong sentimental value. With a Remount, the history and story of the original gemstones live on in a new and unique way. Whichever path you decide, giving the gift of jewelry to someone you love enables …
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Rare and Beautiful
… materials. The only common thread is that each of these pieces is unique in it’s own way. These less well-known gemstones create a color display unlike anything you have seen before. Here are just a few of the gems featured in the … Garnet , a truly vibrant green gem found only in a handful of mines in the entire world. This is a gorgeous stone with color to rival the world’s finest emeralds paired with exceptional clarity. Padparadscha Sapphire , this rare shade of …
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Alternative Gemstones for a Non Traditional Engagement Ring
… to express their individuality with unconventional engagement rings. One way to break the mold is to use a gemstone that’s not a Diamond. Let’s explore the pros and cons of a few Diamond alternatives. The alternatives to a Diamond for …, but they don’t sparkle like diamond. Jessica Simpson’s wedding ring is a Ruby with pear-shaped Diamond side stones. Mark Zuckerberg’s wife, Priscilla Chan also has a Ruby engagement ring. Emerald Engagement Rings Oliver Martinez gave his…
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Diamond Setting Style Comparison
Becoming familiar with popular styles of stone setting can help you decide what you do and don’t like when it comes to engagement rings. It’s a great starting … for your engagement ring now or just getting ideas for the future. The following are some of the most common stone setting styles. 4 Prong Setting It’s not hard to see why this style is persistently popular. Its classic simplicity makes … is similar to the 4 prong setting. However, the 6 prong style has its own distinct look, as well as providing the stone with a bit more security. A 6 prong setting is a wise choice for those who appreciate the prong style, but who have a …
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True North
…pendant lets you wear it many different ways. So, you can change it up and make it your own. Give it to Your Guiding Light The North Star has been used by travelers to find their way in the dark night for thousands of years. When you are … True North jewelry to your North Star to tell her how much she means to you and how much you depend on her guiding light. “This is hands down the most down to earth place for jewelry shopping. Customer service was phenomenal. They are …
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Legal Information
… local jeweler every six months to a year to ensure their integrity from daily wear. However, because of daily wear, stones may become loose over time and become dislodged. In the unlikely event that this happens, the one year warranty … stone, we will repair the item free of charge, but you are responsible for the shipping fees to and from us. If a stone falls out and you completely lose it, you are responsible for the cost of the new stone to be replaced and the …
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Mother’s Day Circle Necklace
… personal gift that Mom deserves. You can customize the number of gems to fit your family and then choose the birthstone for each child. Mom can hold all of her children close to her heart every day and remember this gift for years to come… Mother’s Day. Order before the countdown ends to save 30% on your very own personalized pendant. Traditional Birthstones Not sure which gem goes with which month? Here is the list of the gemstones to use depending on the month that each …
Gemstones
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Sapphire, 0.62 cts. (#20308)
$550.00- Shape:
- Oval Brilliant
- Color:
- Blue
- Clarity:
- Eye Clean
- Dimensions (L×W×D):
- 6.14 × 4.08 × 2.68mm
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White Gold vs Platinum: Which One is Right for You?
… initially. As the plating starts to wear off, you see the actual color of the gold alloy underneath. Since gold is naturally yellow, some white gold alloys aren’t completely white. So, underneath the rhodium plating, they are a light yellow color. If you love the pure white look, you will need to get them replated every so often. Platinum doesn’t have this issue, but it does tend to change in look for other reasons. As we wear our rings, lots of tiny scratches give …
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How to Check if Your Diamond is Loose
… that your diamond is missing. One of the best ways to prevent this is to regularly check if your ring has any loose stones. In this video we’ll show you two easy ways you can tell if your diamond (or other gemstone) is loose at home. Hold… gently tap the bottom of it with the other. Listen for a faint rattling sound. Use a pen cap to gently prod each gemstone looking for a small amount of movement. If you do find a loose gemstone in your ring, we recommend you stop wearing …
