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How to Find a Real Diamond By : Joy McDougle.. Diamonds are an expensive investment. For most people shopping for a diamond, they want to find quality at a great price. Therefore, many people will turn to online auctions on the internet, estate sales, and online companies. Typically, these options are legitimate and offer an excellent means for buying a great diamond at a great price. However, that nagging question, "How do I know the diamond is real?" seems to always be lingering overhead. Need to Know Advice for Purchasing Diamond Jewelry By : Brad Morgan Diamonds are {cherished\|revered\|treasured\|loved\|idolized} for their extreme beauty and everlasting durability. With So Many Diamond Shapes Available, Which One Is Right For Me? By : Grace Jennings Diamonds are typically cut into one of ten different shapes. Each shape has its own unique set of properties. Here you will find a short description of each to help you decide on the perfect diamond for you. Engagement Ring Finger On Engagement Ring Hand By : Fatimah Hughes A lot of young lovers must be marveling precisely which finger makes for the best engagement ring finger and the option as a whole generally comes down to the fourth finger on their left hand which is very handy and thus is most frequently selected to hold the engagement ring. As a matter of fact, in Western cultures the engagement ring finger will nearly always be the fourth finger on a person's left hand as it has always been a tradition for this finger to hold both the wedding and engagement ring. Wedding Ring Buying guide, Avoiding classic diamond scams By : Caroline Melkonian There is something about diamonds which is very alluring. With economy booming, people are buying more and more diamonds. Loose diamonds are no longer a luxury. Just look around and you will be pleasantly surprised to find out almost everyone you know owns some sort of diamond jewellery. Diamonds Jewellery Business Goes Online By : Caroline Melkonian E-business is become more and more popular these years. The company invested in online service or business earn much more customer and revenue than the traditional ones. Jewellery shop owners joined this business revolution. You will find that they are not only sell their diamonds or jewellery within the shop, they also advertise them online and sell them online. Nowadays, it is easy for you to purchase certified loose diamonds, diamond engagement rings, wedding rings and even diamond solitaire rings. Tips On How To Design Your Engagement Ring By : Fatimah Hughes When you are so deeply in love with someone, what are you going to do? The beginning of a bigger step in relationship is that when you have decided you would like to spend the rest of your life with this special person, you are now ready to make a statement with which to express your commitment and love for the other and so you don't want to lose her and in turn would like to present an engagement ring to make things between you more permanent. You are so confident that you will have an idea about how the engagement ring must look like and what type, though finding an engagement ring that {corresponds\|matches\| tallies} with your expectations and your budget may prove to be somewhat {more evasive\|elusive}. Antique Diamond Rings Can Be A Girl's Oldest Friend By : Grace Jennings Many diamond shoppers prefer antique diamond rings and jewelry because of the history associated with them. One of the fist decisions to be made about before buying a diamond is whether to choose treated or untreated stones. Purists prefer untreated while others believe that treated varieties make for enhanced color and other unique characteristics. In either event, any and all laboratory enhancements must be made clear to the buyer and detailed on the sales receipt. Diamond Cuts: Get A Cut Above the Rest By : Grace Jennings Diamond cuts are not to be take lightly when shopping for jewelry. In fact, when it comes to choosing a diamond, the cut may be the most important decision you make. Diamond Engagement Rings: Buying Basics By : Lulu Dallas Now that you've decided to make the commitment it's time to buy the ring. An engagement ring is one of the most important purchases you will ever make and you need to get it right. To set your mind at ease familiarize yourself with some diamond-buying basics. Plan a budget and set some guidelines on what your are able and willing to spend. the rule of thumb is 2 months salary, but your personal circumstances may allow you to spend more or less. Buying Man Made Diamonds By : Roberto Sedycias Get to know some major synthetic diamond companies, and what kind of product return, exchange, ring resizing and warranty you might expect from them. Understanding The Four C's of Diamond Stud Earrings By : Danny Morehead When you are buying diamond stud earrings there are four main things that you need to be concerned with. These main things are called the four C's and they determine both the cost and the quality of the diamond earrings you are buying. The four C's are carat, cut, color and clarity. Top Tips for Buying Diamond Stud Earrings By : Danny Morehead Are you searching for a pair of diamond stud earrings for yourself or for someone on your gift list? If so, and if you are just like many other people, then you may be wondering how you can ensure that you get the best deal for your money when you are searching for diamond stud earrings. The tips for buying a pair diamond stud earring listed below can help. How to Choose Diamond Stud Earrings as Gifts By : Danny Morehead If you are looking for a special gift to give to that special someone on your list this year, consider a fabulous pair of diamond stud earrings as gifts. Diamonds have long been considered one of the best gifts to give someone and diamond stud earrings are a classic piece of fabulous jewelry. Over the years, they have become a great gift for females and even for males as well. Why The Fuss About Diamonds? By : Arsne Bergkamp.. Discuss gems and the focus is always on diamonds. It goes without saying they are the most popular of gems, but what is all the fuss about? Glad you asked. Diamond Grades, Color and Clarity By : Victor Epand This article is a description of the color and clarity of diamond grades. Engagement Diamond Ring By : Victor Epand This article is about clarity enhanced diamonds and the pros and cons of getting one. The Value and Importance of Diamonds By : Victor Epand Diamonds are becoming more and more important as the years pass by. Ancient jewelry is worth more today than it ever was worth in it's own past-time. Wedding Jewelry Tips By : Fashion Jewelry Jewelry can help set the mood for your wedding and enhance the overall look and feel of your gown. Choose your wedding jewelry with utmost care. Sparkle, The Dream Diamond By : Victor Epand The Dream Diamond would look in some settings, color, and what type of melted would be good for the sort of diamond that you have. Beaded jewelry By : Fashion Jewelry Beaded jewelry refers to the jewelry made by using one or more of the different types of beads. They may woven together by a string or adhered to surfaces depending on the designed that one wishes to create. National gem collection By : levi One such emerald is the Hooker Emerald which legend has it was once part of the belt buckle of a Turkish sultan. Another brilliant example of emerald jewelry, combined with diamonds is the Spanish Inquisition necklace. It�s a spectacular double row of diamond shapes, ending in a pendant of a chandelier shape with emeralds. Corundum the Second Hardest Of All By : levi Corundum is actually the second hardest substance on the earth, after the diamond.. Corundum is the form of mineral from which sapphires and rubies are derived. You�ve probably used corundum hundreds of times when you�ve filed your nails with an emery board!Corundum is crushed, ground and screened to varying grain sizes. Grinding wheels are manufactured either by a mixture of corundum, clay and feldspar or by using sodium silicate as a bonding agent Heat conduction and Diamonds By : levi Diamonds are actually excellent conductors of heat, better than more well-known heat conductors like copper or silver. Diamonds will warm-up. Most industrial diamonds are mined, but scientists have successfully engineered synthetic industrial diamonds that have more versatile uses than mined diamonds. Garnet By : levi Garnets are found in jewelry from ancient Egyptian, Greek and Roman eras. Only blue is a color which is not available in garnet. Some of the alternately-colored garnets are very famous. Spessartine garnets are a bright orange to orange-red. There is a type of garnet called a Mandarine garnet which is also orange. There are even green garnets, even though one doesn�t associate this color with garnet. The star among green garnets is rare demantoid Sterling Silver By : Fashion Jewelry Sterling silver is a favorite choice in mediums among the most creative and innovative designers. Due to its affordability and malleability - it can be shaped into almost any form imaginable. Sterling is the primary material used for silver jewelry, giftware, hollowware and flatware. Carats the weight of a diamond! By : levi Many people equate the term carat with the size of a diamond, and as carat size increases, so will the carat weight. But the operative word there is weight. Carat refers to the weight of a diamond and is equal to roughly 200 milligrams which is less than a � of an ounce. A carat can also be broken up into 100 points. So � of a carat is also 75 points Fire in a diamond is the dispersed light that appears as rainbow-like flashes of color. By : levi The term fire is commonly used to describe a diamond, but what does it refer to? The ancient Greeks thought that fire in a diamond symbolized the eternal flame of love. Fire in a diamond is the dispersed light that appears as rainbow-like flashes of color. You can usually observe a diamond�s fire in places like restaurants or clubs where the light is lower The smart groom-to-be does his research before buying his fianc�e a diamond ring!!! By : levi The 4 C's: The smart groom-to-be does his research before buying his fianc�e a diamond ring! There are more styles and cuts to choose from than ever before. It�s not enough to be educated about the four Cs of diamonds � cut, color, clarity and carats. Now there are all types of diamond cuts and settings to choose from... Diamond cutting styles. Some cuts are patented and cost thosands of dollars! By : levi ..there are many more cuts today, some of them patented by their designers and costing hundreds of thousands of dollars. Diamonds-50% of the original rough diamond is lost during the cutting By : levi Gem cutting � how it has changed over the years (50% of the original rough diamond is lost during the cutting of a round brilliant gem)! How does a lump of mineral or crystal become a dazzling diamond, ruby or sapphire? It�s an amazing process called gem cutting or lapidary and makes all the difference in the final value of the stone. Gems come in every color of the spectrum! By : levi Gems come in every color of the spectrum. While sapphires, rubies and emeralds are what come to mind first when one thinks of a colored gem, there are so many other beautiful colored gemstones to consider Why are most minerals not popular as gems? By : levi Among the more common minerals, quartz stands out as one that can be used for jewelry, as well as decorative items.... Common and uncommon gemstones By : levi Gemstones quite literally can take our breath away when we see them. Who hasn�t seen a beautiful diamond or sapphire ring and exclaimed over it? Is it only their beauty that makes them so valuable? Why else are they valuable to us? Some Common and uncommon gemstones ... Gemstones are mineral crystals By : levi The International Gem Society defines a gem as �a mineral that has been chosen for its beauty and durability, then cut and polished for human adornment.� Most gems are minerals. Others, like pearls or amber, are created from living organisms Minerals are crystals By : levi They might have also found the earliest types of precious gems in the form of natural crystals, such as quartz or diamonds. Crystals are solid substances where the molecules are arranged in a symmetrical fashion, and they generally fall into one of six shapes... Palaeolithic age By : levi ... Some forms of adornment are symbolic � like wedding rings. Or they�re used to make a statement about our lifestyle, like multiple piercings and earrings. Have you ever wondered what the origins a Smithsonian Institution in Washington-- American Topaz weighing 22,892.50 carats By : levi The world�s largest cut topaz, called the American Topaz, resides at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC. A 172-faceted topaz weighing 22,892.50 carats (5785kg), it�s the largest cut yellow topaz in the world, and one of the largest faceted gems of any kind in the world. Shapes & Cuts Of Diamonds By : levi The shape is often determined by how the molecules of the crystal are arranged. If it�s an octahedron, it will be cut as a round brilliant, and often two round brilliants can be cut from the same primary crystal. Other crystal configurations, such as macer, will be cut as marquise or oval diamonds... Diamonds , Cubic Zirconia, Sapphire and Pink diamonds magical feeling! By : levi The appeal of diamonds and other precious gems has endured for eons. They confer on the wearer a feeling of beauty, value, status. We are drawn to them and we all have our personal favorites. Sometimes it�s our birthstone. For others, a particular stone reflects a favorite color Diamonds have Fluorescence! By : levi We�re all familiar with the 4Cs of diamonds � cut, color, clarity and carat weight. But diamonds also possess a quality called fluorescence that�s part of the evaluation and assessment of a diamond. It�s actually called photo-luminescence and it�s caused by small amounts of the chemical boron in the diamond. It�s activated by UV light Diamond Scams By : levi Diamond Scams occur simply because most people who buy diamonds � for whatever reasons � don't know that much about diamonds. Therefore, they are easily fooled. Are Diamonds Really Rare? By : levi More than two hundred tons of ore must be mined to find one small diamond, and even then, more than 80% of the diamonds that are mined are only good for industrial use! Crystals - A Brief History By : Fashion Jewelry History of crystal dates back thousands of years to the Mesopotamian times. Lead oxide was used to enhance the brilliance of glass as used today, but applied in different way. This was an alternate to the popular rock crystal which was more expensive, harder to cut and less refractive. Agate By : Fashion Jewelry Agate is a variety of chalcedony which comprises cryptocrystalline quartz gemstones composed of layers of quartz, sometimes of different colors. Agate is usually found as rounded nodules or veins. Diamond Grading Reports By : levi You�ve been told that having a certificate or a diamond grading report is important, and as a responsible consumer, you get one - unfortunately, you probably won�t understand a word Diamond Certificates By : levi A diamond certificate is also known as a Diamond Grading Report. This report comes from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), and you should require this report when you are purchasing a diamond. Don�t buy an expensive diamond without paying the extra cost of the certificate. Diamond Brands and What They Mean By : levi Diamond Brands and What They Mean. Do not allow a jeweler to try to talk you into paying an exorbitant price on a diamond because it is a specific brand. This is a bit of trickery ... Choosing The Cut of A Diamond By : levi Choosing The Cut of A Diamond... There are many different cuts of diamonds to choose from. The cut essentially refers to the shape that the diamond is cut into - unless you are in the diamond or jewelry business, but this shape has a great impact on the much the diamond sparkles Bonded Diamonds By : levi Before you start shopping for diamonds, consider dealing with a bonded jeweler. Bonded jewelers sell bonded diamonds, and there are very few bonded jewelers in the world. In fact, out of all of the jeweler�s in the world, only about 5% of them are bonded. Buying a bonded diamond will cost more than buying a non-bonded diamond, but when you look at what you get with the bonded option, you will see that it is well worth the extra expense All About the Clarity of Diamonds By : levi Clarity is an important aspect of a diamond, and it is important to know how to grade the clarity of a diamond before you buy one. It is actually quite easy to learn how to grade the clarity of a diamond. There are basically two things that you must understand: Diamonds with visual inclusions and blemishes, and those that are �eye clean� meaning that there are no inclusions or blemishes that can be seen with the naked eye. From there, the clarity of a diamond is further broken down into subcategories. About Diamond Weights By : levi Diamonds are measured in Carat Weight. One carat weighs 200 milligrams. If a diamond is referred to as four grains, this also means that it is a one carat diamond. The word Carat comes from the word carob. A carob is a bean that grows on a tree in the Mediterranean. In times past, if a diamond weighed the same as a carob bean, it was one carob, or one carat. Shell Jewelry By : Fashion Jewelry Shells have been collected and strung into necklaces to adorn royalty and to be worn at special ceremonies such as weddings and funerals. They were given to the deceased as a final goodbye to their loved ones. Nowadays they are donned for every occasion as a fashionable trend. Shell jewelry are beautiful reminders of nature�s beauty. What Is Turquoise? By : Fashion Jewelry Turquoise is the birthstone of December and also it is traditionally considered the anniversary gemstone for the 11th year of marriage. Cubic Zirconia By : Fashion Jewelry Cubic Zirconia also known as CZ or CZ diamonds was created as affordable alternative for genuine diamonds. It is the most prominent choice among all fake diamonds. They come in every color imaginable at a fraction of the cost of other precious gemstones. Coral Jewelry By : Fashion Jewelry Coral is the skeletal remains of a marine animal, the polyp corallicum, and is mainly composed of calcium carbonate. Tiger Eye By : Fashion Jewelry A golden brown gem, Tiger Eye is thought to be ruled by the life-giving Sun and so is thought to bring courage during difficult times. Roman soldiers wore Tiger Eye during battle for protection. Famous Diamonds By : levi Among the most well known diamonds is the Hope. This 45.52 carat steel blue diamond is currently on display at the Smithsonian. The legends of the ill-fortune and curse bestowed on the possessor of the Hope Diamond are many. This diamond was donated to the Smithsonian in 1958. The Hope was originally a rather flat, blocky 110-carat rough How Diamonds Are Cut By : levi In their most natural form, diamonds are � well � quite ugly. They have no luster or shine, and in fact, look like nothing more than broken glass What Is Amber? By : Fashion Jewelry Amber is a fossilized tree resin from ancient forests. Demand is especially strong for amber with insects captured inside. Prices of amber can range from $20 to $40,000 or more. Common Freshwater Pearls By : Fashion Jewelry Common types of freshwater pearls Diamonds � Are They Real or Fake? By : Joy McDougle Diamonds are an expensive investment. For most people shopping for a diamond, they want to find quality at a great price. Therefore, many people will turn to online auctions on the internet, estate sales, and online companies. Typically, these options are legitimate and offer an excellent means for buying a great diamond at a great price. However, that nagging question, �How do I know the diamond is real?� seems to always be lingering overhead. How Diamonds Are Mined By : levi We seldom think about how the diamonds we wear came to us. Natural diamonds, as opposed to synthetic diamonds or fake diamonds, are mined from the earth. There are currently two methods of mining diamonds: Pipe Mining and Alluvial Mining. How Diamond Prices Are Determined By : levi Pricing most products is quite easy. Determine how much it costs to make the item, how much it costs to market that item, and then mark it up by 15 � 30% or more. Simple, right? Well, pricing diamonds isn�t quite that simple. There are many factors that are considered when diamonds are priced. Freshwater Cultured Pearls By : Fashion Jewelry Today�s freshwater cultured pearls rival the beauty of saltwater cultured pearls. They are usually more affordable than other type of pearls. One can own several pieces of pearl jewelry of different shapes, sizes, colors and designs. How to Buy Diamond Engagement Rings By : levi There is much to consider when purchasing a diamond � especially diamond engagement rings! The tradition of presenting a woman with a diamond engagement ring when proposing began in 1477 when Archduke Maximilian presented a diamond ring to Mary of Burgundy � and in most cases, the woman you plan to propose to will expect a ring to accompany that proposal! How to Clean your Diamonds By : levi Through our day to day movements our diamonds get smudged and soiled. Even when we are not wearing them, they collect dust. Lotions, soaps, our natural skin oils, can cause film and grime on diamonds and inhibit their brilliance. How to Sell A Diamond By : levi There are many reasons why you may want to sell a diamond that you own. Perhaps you�ve gotten divorced, or you are strapped for cash. The reasons why don�t really matter � getting the best possible price is what counts! The way to obtain the best price for the diamond is to not be in a rush. Slow down, and carefully consider all of your options � there are many. How to Spot A Fake Diamond By : levi In this world of advanced technology it is almost impossible to simply look at a diamond and determine whether it is real or not � especially if you don�t know much about diamonds. There are some steps that you can take to avoid buying a fake diamond, however. Insuring Your Diamonds By : levi Insuring a diamond takes a bit of thought, planning, and shopping around. Diamond insurance isn�t like purchasing car insurance. It is quite different. Depending on the state that you live in, there are basically three different types of policies that will cover diamonds, and all insurance policies that cover diamonds are considered Marine type policies. What Are Dirty Diamonds? By : levi A dirty diamond is one of two things: a rough diamond, or a diamond that hasn�t been cleaned in a while. Rough diamonds are uncut and unpolished � hence, they are dirty. Where Diamonds are Mined By : levi Argye mine located in the Kimberley region in the far north east of Western Australia. Owned by Rio Tinto, this mine is the world�s largest single producer of volume of diamonds. However, due to low proportion of gem quality diamonds it is not the value leader. It does produce 90-95% of the world�s supply of pink diamonds. Pearl Jewelry By : Fashion Jewelry Pearls are tiny wonders of nature. Whatever your taste or budget, there is sure to be cultured pearl jewelry that will thrill you. Chosen carefully and treated with care, pearls will be a treasure for a lifetime. History of Pearls By : Fashion Jewelry Pearls are tiny wonders of nature. Whatever your taste or budget, there is sure to be cultured pearl jewelry that will thrill you. Chosen carefully and treated with care, pearls will be a treasure for a lifetime. How to Care for Your Diamond By : levi Caring for a diamond takes more than occasional cleanings. Diamonds are forever, but they can be damaged if you are not careful. By learning how to properly care for your diamond, you will ensure that your diamond is indeed forever. What Are Pearls? By : Fashion Jewelry Pearls are tiny wonders of nature. Whatever your taste or budget, there is sure to be cultured pearl jewelry that will thrill you. Chosen carefully and treated with care, pearls will be a treasure for a lifetime. Fancy colored diamonds are all the rage By : levi Fancy colored diamonds are all the rage these days. Gemologists have developed new ways to create versions that are affordable for the average person - by treating less desirable diamonds. These less desirable diamonds are treated with irradiation followed by intense heat Your customers will want their jewelry to arrive in nice display boxes. How to find boxes. By : levi If you make your own jewelry or buy wholesale jewelry that is not in a box, you will need a source for jewelry boxes! Your customers will want their jewelry to arrive in nice display boxes that can be wrapped or presented to the person they bought the jewelry for. How to Buy Silver Jewelry Wholesale By : levi "You need to insure that the piece is solidly constructed, and you need to make sure that the gems used are not simulated gems � unless that is what you want. Of course, when real gems are used, such as diamonds, the cost of the jewelry will rise considerably. But as long as you are buying jewelry wholesale, the price will still be the lowest price you will find." Buying Diamonds Online By : levi With all of the potential for scams concerning diamonds, buying diamonds online almost seems unthinkable! However, you actually can purchase diamonds online, without any problems � as long as you are careful. Visit Paris Hilton ... Synthetic Diamonds By : levi Although the technology for synthetic diamonds came into play in 1954, no synthetic diamonds were ever seen on the market until the 1990's. This was due to the fact that it took many years for General Electric to produce a synthetic diamond that could compare with the quality of a natural diamond Selecting Diamonds - When you go to the store to make that all important diamond purchase, don't be By : levi When you go to the store to make that all important diamond purchase, do not be shy! Ask questions, get the answers needed to make an informed purchase. Shopping for certified diamonds enables you to make an informed selection. Knowing the �four C�s� allows you to comparison shop and purchase the best diamond at a fair price. But, before making a purchase, shop around and decide what shapes and styles really appeal to you. Enjoy your diamond for years to come!