Here is a list of enhancement codes and their symbols used for Gemstones: (B) = Bleaching(C) = Coating(D) = Dyeing(F) = Filling(H) = Heating(HP) = Heat & Pressure(I) = Impregnation(L) = Lasering(O) = Oiling(R) = Irradiation(U) = Diffusion(W) = WaxingThe Enhancement Codes are from the American Gem Trade Association. Also, the “N” symbol is for [...]
Lovely Pearl Jewelry...what is a Pearl?“A pearl is the gem produced by saltwater oysters (the non-edible variety) or by freshwater mollusks. In either case, a small foreign object (such as a tiny sea parasite from the ocean floor) finds its way into the shell and then into the tissue of the mollusk."If the intruder gets [...]
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Zodiac Gemstones…Did you know that your Zodiac Gemstone might be different then you’re Traditional Birthstone Gemstone? Just in case you don’t like your Traditional Birthstone, maybe you will find that you love your Zodiac Gemstone…check it out.I know I like mine better, I was born in August so my Birthstone is Peridot, but my Zodiac [...]
Amethyst...The Amethyst Gemstone can range from a light Lilac color to a deep Purple color. For those who are passionate about purple, Amethyst is the perfect Gemstone for your jewelry.Amethyst has always been associated with intense emotion, maybe due to its richness in color. The legend of its origin is one of revenge, devotion, [...]
The beautiful warm color of the year for 2015 is "Marsala" declares Pantone. Marsala is a warm wine color with reddish-brown undertones.Some of my favorites in this color are: Garnet JewelryHandbagsBootsSweatersNail PolishPut all these together and you are sure to have a terrific warm, fashionable outfit that any trend-setter would love!
Diamond Engagement Rings are normally what one selects when one decides to ask their true love to marry them…and of course Diamonds are the traditional gift for the 10th and 16th anniversary. Diamonds are brilliant, elegant, breathtaking, and I would venture to say we all would want one too! However, what happens when you just [...]
DIAMOND COLOR GUIDE D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z FC Colorless NearColorless FaintColor Very Light Yellow Color Light Yellow Color FancyDIAMOND CLARITY GUIDE F IF VVS1 VVS2 VS1 VS2 SI1 SI2 SI3 I1 I2 I3 VISIBLE ONLY UNDER 10x MAGNIFICATION BARELY VISIBLE TO NAKED EYE VISIBLE TO NAKED EYE
Many customers might think that faulty manufacturing or underkarating might be the reason for when your ring turns your finger green or black. However, most times it is not the case.Below you will find common reasons, and how to prevent the problem:The most common cause is metallic abrasion, caused by makeup. To prevent skin [...]