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Frequently Asked Question about Jewelry
… Gem Laboratory in the world, does not recognize SI3 grades. What is a Comfort Fit Ring? Many diamond wedding rings are available in a comfort-fit style. Comfort-fit engagement rings have extra metal to make the inside of the band slightly… comfortable fit. This might result in the feeling that the ring feels “looser” in the finger. Diamond engagement rings with a comfort fit design have an oval cross section with very smooth rounded edges, giving them the comfort-fit name…
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Platinum
…. 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 …History of Platinum in Jewelry Platinum has been used in jewelry only since the 19th century. So platinum engagement rings are fairly recent. The Italian-French physician Julius Caesar Scaliger discovered Platinum in 1557. In 1590 Spanish …
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Types of Necklace Chains
… bump up their cost over similar styles of the same thickness. Snake Chain Snake chains are comprised of small snug rings that form a smooth circular tube shape. These chains are more flexible than the herringbone and omega but are still … remain visible even after the repair. Snagging – Although they look like one, continuous piece, the tightly packed rings can actually catch on hair and other fibers during daily wear. Serpentine Chain (Cobra, Boston Link, S-Link, C-Link, …
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Jewelry Repair FAQ
… fell out; who wouldn’t? That’s why we have literally 100s of carats of loose diamonds, sapphires, rubies, opals, pearls, and more in all shapes and sizes to choose from when selecting a replacement stone for repairs. Matching stones takes… gemological training, and years of experience. Of course, some gems are more difficult to match than others. Pearls, opals, and other gems with patterns in them (Blood Stone, Pietersite, etc.) are notoriously difficult to match. With …
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Star White Gold
… performance due to poorly made gas. White gold also has three grades. Grade 3 is off white, grade 2 is standard, and grade 1 is premium. This means that when white gold is made, it can be yellowish to light yellow. When white gold rings are new they are coated with a white metal called rhodium. Rhodium is a metal very similar to platinum and rhodium shares many of the properties of platinum including its white color. The rhodium plating is used to make the white gold …
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Is a Lab Grown Diamond Right for Me?
… economy of the host country. Often times, these countries are impoverished, and the jobs and income that the mine brings can help elevate many people out of poverty. Lab grown diamonds are not one-of-a-kind in the same way that natural …S. If you are considering a lab grown diamond, be sure to checkout Balance , our own collection of unique engagement rings made exclusively
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Gem in the Spotlight: Tanzanite
…, which is a tendency to break when struck) means that care should be taken to avoid sharp impacts. Setting it in earrings or a pendant will help protect it if the intended use is daily wear. Rings and bracelets set with tanzanite should …
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The History of Diamond Cuts
… brilliant have come and gone each claiming to surpass it in some way. None have captured our imagination or hearts the way the modern round brilliant has. It has been and remains the most frequently chosen diamond cut for engagement rings and other jewelry. We hope you have enjoyed this exploration of diamond history. What’s your favorite old diamond cut? Let us know in the comments below, and stop by the shop to see real life examples of these beautiful pieces of the …
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Caring for and Cleaning Your Jewelry
… or special events only. Understanding the limits of your jewelry should allow for years of enjoyment. One of the best ways to prevent your jewelry from being damaged is to remove it when you do certain activities. Always remove your rings when you garden, do the dishes, or generally work with your hands. Make sure to put your jewelry in a safe place that you will remember when you take it off. There is a lot you can do on your own to keep your jewelry shining like new, …
