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Frequently Asked Question about Jewelry
… in a comfort-fit style. Comfort-fit engagement rings have extra metal to make the inside of the band slightly domed, resulting in a very comfortable fit. Comfort-fit wedding rings are generally more expensive than non comfort-fit bands. A Comfort Fit Ring is beveled inside, in that manner the edges of the ring are not in direct contact with the flesh of the finger, resulting in a more comfortable fit. This might result in the feeling that the ring feels “looser” in the …
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Platinum
… has another remarkable quality – pliability. Platinum is a symbol of true love, purity, rarity and strength. These qualities of platinum are equivalent to the ideals of eternal true love. All over the world, engagement rings, wedding bands and anniversary rings made in platinum symbolize the everlasting endurance of love. Platinum is pure, an expression of integrity, a reflection of inner truth. Platinum’s purity endows it with a brilliant white luster. This helps to …
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The Magic of Polarized Light
… forces pulling in on it. The strain distorts the polarized light showing anomalous double refraction (ADR). Many optics manufacturers use a polariscope to analyze the internal stresses of their glass. Can you see the dark “snake” bands on this glass gem? In Conclusion So there you have it, a brief introduction to polarized light and its many uses in gemology and our day-to-day lives. We hope you enjoyed this article, and remember that if you are in the market for a new …
