Lampwork beads have become a popular item to use in jewelry and other decorative or functional items. There are thousands of beads to choose from. What should you look for when buying lampwork beads to ensure they will look nice for many decades. First, make sure lampwork beads are annealed. This is a process where [...]
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Customers questions have been pouring in regarding Heat treated Tanzanite versus non heat treated Tanzanite:
Summary: Top color Tanzanite are all heated, either by man, or By the earth in nature,(Geothermal Heat) there have been a lot of sellers claiming they are selling NON heated Tanzanite, what they should be saying , is that they are [...]
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When deciding on a gold jewelry item there are always many different terms that come up. The most popular are Solid Gold, Gold Filled, and Gold Plated. It is important to know the differences between Gold Filled jewelry and Gold Plated jewelry when making your choice. Solid gold is of course an [...]
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The goal of this buyer’s guide is to leave you, the consumer, less confused for reading it, not more so, by providing useful, unbiased information that will aid you in understanding ammolite. It will be broken into categories, so you can read as little or as much as you like, and focus on your particular [...]
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Have you ever wondered about the letters, numbers or pictures on the back of Mexican Sterling Silver Jewelry? These marks are referred to as hallmarks or trademarks. They can help you identify where the piece was made, the identity of the silversmith and the approximate age of the piece.
The hallmark identifies the quality [...]
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1. Try to use American companies.
Most cases of fraud or counterfeit items being sold are filed against foreign companies. There is also a language barrier that can cause problems when trying to resolve any issues thay may arise.
2. Know what you are buying.
Try to do some research on the gemstone species you are [...]
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Most experienced gold and silver buyers know what the value of gold and silver is on a day-to-day basis. That’s how they make their money. I have seen hundreds of sales where sellers practically give away gold and silver because they simply don’t know what they have, or what it’s worth. I have also seen [...]
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Natural pearls are more valuable than cultured pearls since they are rarer. There is a need for every woman to own a pearl ring once in her life time. Pink-hued white pearls are considered one of the most expensive. The simple feminine elegance of the pearl is basically a woman’s right to possess.
The asymmetrical [...]
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Pearls are one of the most sought after gemstones by both men and women. Therefore, they need no introduction. Pearls are not only popularly used in wedding jewelries for brides, but are available in simple designs for every day use as well. Due to the growing popularity and demand for pearl jewelry, the size of [...]
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Here is a simple but very effective home remedy method for cleaning jewelry.
If cleaning gold and gemstones, first soak in a isopropyl alcohol for several hours.
Allow this process to remove grease from the jewelry.
Rinse thoroughly.
Use a jewelry style cleaning solution, consisting of a solution of ammonia (1/2 cup) and water (2 cups).
Use a soft [...]
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