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The History of Diamond Cuts
… used today. Another early diamond cut is the rose cut or rosette cut. The rose cut looks like half a diamond to modern eyes. It has anywhere from 3 to 24 facets coming to a point in the middle. But its most recognized aspect is the flat …. Interesting fact #3: the same or almost the same diamond cut can be known by different names. This is done in the modern era is for branding and marketing reasons to increase the perceived value of the diamond. In historical times, it was…
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Types of Necklace Chains
… links of a traditional cable chain. Box Chain (Venetian) The box chain also known as venetian chain has a bright, modern design. This chain is formed when flat wire is folded into a cube shape and then linked together. The flat sides and …Like the cable and rolo chains, the box chain is flexible. The “sparkle” of this chain can enhance a necklace. PROS Modern Style – Box chains have a sleek and simple look which pairs well with a modern look. Flexibility – The structure of …
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Synthetic Gems: The Whole Story
… glass to plastic to high tech chemical tongue twister like gadolinium gallium garnet (also called GGG) and the modern diamond simulant Moissanite, a man made silicon carbide. In gemology, any material used to look like a gem is called a … to tell them apart. In gemology we call this a synthetic gem. Synthetic gems are not bad, fakes, or the curse of a modern society. So a man made synthetic ruby has the same exact chemical formula and crystal structure and optical …
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Alternative Metals for Men’s Jewelry
… tungsten’s hardness stops the ring from bending and damaging the finger. Tungsten carbide rings are an excellent, modern choice for wedding jewelry. They are scratch resistant, which makes them great everyday jewelry items and their use in…, cobalt may be the perfect alternative metal for you. Carbon Fiber Carbon fiber wedding rings are popular with the modern, stylish ring buyer. Carbon fiber rings are certainly the lightest ring on the market, but they are also very strong…
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Diamond Buying Guide: The 4 C’s
…The photo above shows some common diamond carat weights and how they look in comparison to each other. Cut The Cut of a diamond has two main components. First, cut refers to the shape of the stone. Round, marquise, pear, oval, square, princess all describe the shape of the diamond. Checkout the picture above to see examples of the most popular diamond shapes. There are many more shapes than we can list here and there are even variations on the common shapes with more facets…
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Learn Secret Diamond Buying Skills From a Professional Diamond Buyer
… understanding. It is their job to give you clear information to compare. The cut “C” of the 4 C’s has two components. The first component is simple. The cut can refer to the shape of the stone. Round, Marquee, Pear, Oval, Square, and Princess all describe the shape of the gem. Round diamonds are by far the most popular cut in diamonds under three carat. The diamond’s shape should be one of the earliest decisions you make. It will determine the style of ring and influence …
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Anatomy of a Ring
… wrap approximately a quarter of the way around the stone on opposite sides of it. Finally, a channel head sets the stone in between two straight pieces of metal on either side of it (this style is most commonly seen with square or princess cut diamonds). As you may have guessed, all styles of head can wear thin over time and may need to be built up by a jeweler. When you are shopping, pay close attention to how the main diamond or gemstone is set. What style of head is …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Topaz
…) at 1,680 carats and was set in the Portuguese crown jewels as such. It wasn’t until many years later that more modern testing identified it as a clear topaz instead. Even though its true identity is now known, the large imposter still …, topaz isn’t found there, but the island used to be a source for peridot which was confused with topaz before modern gemology. In ancient times, topaz was believed to protect its wearer. Topaz was also thought to initiate healing, increase…
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Types of Jewelry Clasps
… the needs and preferences of just about anyone. From simple hook-and-eye clasps to intricate and ornate designs to modern magnetic closures, clasps continue to play an important, if often overlooked, role in the jewelry that we wear every … above, spring rings are one of the least expensive clasp options as they are lightweight and mass produced for modern jewelry. CONS Longevity – Spring rings tend to wear faster over time because they are made to be lightweight. If this is …
