Q: Where are gemstones found? A: The answer depends entirely on the type of gemstone. In our store, we have a map that covers only part of Africa, and it has so many gemstones I tend to lose track! They can be found world wide – and even from outer space. There are often multiple […]
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Platinum is one of the rarest metals used for making jewelry, only being found on a few places on Earth. It also takes a lot of platinum ore to make refined platinum. Many of the world’s most famous diamonds, like the Hope and the Koh-i-Noor, are secured by platinum settings. Why is platinum so good
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Q. What makes silver so appealing? A: Polished pure silver is the most reflective metal on earth, with over 90% of light reflecting back to your eye. Silver is half as dense as gold or platinum, which makes it a lighter metal, as well. Q: What are common silver jewelry trends? Silver jewelry can be
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It’s the month for pearls! We wanted to share some helpful tips for caring for these delicate stones. Try not to get pearl strands wet. Water and other liquids can damage the string holding the pearls together, weakening it. Always put pearls on after applying hairspray, perfume, and other chemicals. They can damage the pearl’s
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Gold is one of the most popular metals to make jewelry out of. I’ve had several people ask interesting questions about gold, since it’s so popular, and I thought to share the answers so that more people can learn about this beautiful metal! If you have any questions I haven’t answered, drop a comment or
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Wayne Starkey, our store co-owner, has over 35 years of experience as a jeweler. With all his knowledge, there’s no one better to ask about jewelry! This week, we’ve decided to pick his brain about engagement rings, to see what info he has to share with us. Q: What would you say is the most
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With the introduction of lab grown stones, many questions have been raised. We hope to cover some of the most common questions in this post, but if you have further questions, be sure to leave a comment and we’ll do some research! Q: When did lab created gemstones start being manufactured? A: The earliest record
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