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Star White Gold
…the rhodium plating. For years I have been telling my clients about the problem with no real solution. I have an article on white gold versus platinum you can read that explains the issues. But now we have a solution! No Plating, Just Brilliantly White Gold We have found a gold alloy that is extremely white and looks great without any plating. Star White Gold is bright and white without any plating. You see what you get. No guess work. No taking anyone’s word about how white…
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How Are Lab Grown Diamonds Made?
… lab grown diamonds. The type of inclusions and the shades of color may be slightly different with each kind of lab grown diamond, but the most important thing is the end result. A G color, SI1 clarity CVD diamond will sparkle just as brilliantly as a G color, SI1 HPHT diamond (assuming they were cut to the same proportions of course). That’s where we come in. At Arden Jewelers we require each lab grown diamond supplier to send us a sample of their product before we offer it…
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What Are Lab Grown Diamonds?
…fake” or a bad thing. YAG, for example, is a very useful crystal that lies at the heart of our laser welder . The most popular diamond simulant by far today is synthetic Cubic Zirconia (CZ) . It is cheap to produce and sparkles very brilliantly. It is a great example of a synthetic gemstone that is a diamond simulant. CZs are very often, mistakenly, referred to as synthetic diamonds. Synthetic Moissanite also creates some confusion. It is a man-made, synthetic gem that …
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The History of Diamond Cuts
… The evolution of the diamond cuts then takes a big leap with the Mazarin cut. The Mazarin cut also known as the “Brilliant en seize” or “The Brilliant in Sixteen” and also as Lisbon Cut is accepted as the first brilliant cut diamond. … add to the confusion. The Mazarin cut has 17 facets on the crown. Yet another name for this cut is the double-cut brilliant because they have double the facets of the single cut diamond. And if double is good, then triple is even better. The …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Blue Zircon
… spectral 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… is not to be confused with cheap, manmade Cubic Zirconia. Zircon is a remarkable gemstone with wonderful colors and brilliant flashes of light. To top it all off, zircon is generally very affordable. It is a wonderful gemstone for jewelry …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Aquamarine
… cleaned with a small bristle brush. Don’t use ultrasonic cleaners on aquamarine. Since aquamarine is not typically very vibrant in color, it can look more dull if it gets dirty. If you notice that your stone isn’t looking quite as brilliant as you remember, it might just be dirty. You can try cleaning it at home or bringing it in to your local jeweler for a more professional cleaning. While aquamarine is a durable gemstone it is still vulnerable to damage from knocks …
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Platinum
… 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 reflect the true radiance of diamonds. In the United States platinum is usually marked: PT or PLAT. In Europe, platinum is identified by the following marks: 950 or PT950. The History of Platinum in Jewelry …
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Jewelry Repair FAQ
…is being used more and more today. Other metals, like cobalt, have even been alloyed with pure gold to make it white, and there isn’t one, perfect formula. Each manufacturer has their own secret sauce that they use to try to achieve a brilliant and pure white color without the need for rhodium plating. Our Star White Gold is a great example of this. If you’re curious, you can learn more about gold purity here. How can I tell if my diamond is loose? Losing a diamond or …
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The Birthstones
… faith and fertility. The early Christians valued the emerald as a symbol of resurrection. Emerald was believed to have special powers to improve a person’s psychic abilities and would help reveal the truth of a lover’s words. This brilliant green stone reinforces love and creates harmony in the family. It was also believed to be a symbol of faith and loyal friendship. Learn more about Emerald June’s Birthstone: Pearl (Moonstone, Alexandrite, Rhodolite Garnet) Pearls are …
