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>Platinum is a rare precious metal used to create fine jewelry. Durability and sturdiness make platinum a metal that is desirable for constant use. Platinum also has benefits of holding fine gemstones firmly in place and makes the jewelry long lasting. Platinum can be used with gold for bringing up a rich color variation and [...]

>Platinum jewelry is ideal for even the most sensitive skin since it is hypoallergenic. It is one of the most durable metals and is resistant to scratches on account of its density. It is one of the strongest and heaviest metals too. The sheer shine and brilliance of platinum makes it an ideal choice for [...]

>Use a soft dry or damp cloth to clean your opal. In fact, rub the gem periodically using a cloth moistened with olive oil to help preserve it. Do not soak your opal in chemicals or use mechanical cleaners. Avoid heat and dry conditions that could dehydrate and crack your opal. Treat it with care [...]

>To clean garnet, use warm soapy water and a soft brush. An ultrasonic cleaner is safe for most garnets, except andradite (demantoid). Do not steam clean garnet. Its name comes from the Latin “Granatus,” which means “seed-like” or “like a grain”. Many garnet crystals have the shape and color of pomegranate seeds. This hard, durable [...]

>The best way to care for topaz is to clean it with warm, soapy water. Avoid exposure to heat, acids and rapid temperature changes. Strong heat may alter or destroy color. Never clean topaz ultrasonically and steaming is not safe. There is some uncertainty regarding the name. Some say it comes from the Sanskrit word [...]

>Blue topazNaturally occurring blue topaz is rare, and when it does occur the color is generally pale. The blue topaz that is on the market today has been treated with radiation to deepen and set the blue tones. The process used gives very predictable results, making it possible to perfectly match the hue every time. [...]

>Emerald buying guideLook for deep, medium tone green when you’re looking for an emerald. Emeralds vary in color from pale yellow-green to nearly black. The most valuable are pure, transparent grass green – the color that gives Ireland its nickname of the Emerald Isles. Few emeralds are free of inclusions or faults, and emerald pricing [...]

>What to Look ForTo begin judging the quality of diamonds you have to have an undrestanding of the 4 C’s. These are cut, clarity, color and carats. Each one of these has an effect on the cost of the diamond and fine diamonds will do will in all four areas. If three are excellent and [...]

>Diamond certificates from independent organizations such as the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) provide a diamond grading report, that gives you valuable information about the 4 C’s that were taken into consideration when the diamond was priced. It’s important that you use an outside source for diamond certificates, instead of the jeweler who is selling [...]

>An extremely new and a different type of pearl have recently entered the market in the year 2000. It flourished with the name “chocolate pearls” because of their attractive and dark brown colors. They are well known for their purity and modesty. The chocolate pearls are found very rarely as compared to the other pearls. [...]