How the Mohs Scale Ranks Gemstone Hardness The Mohs scale ranks minerals from 1 to 10 by one property: how well they resist scratching.Jewelers lean on it because scratch resistance decides how a gemstone looks after years of wear. The Mohs hardness scale is the right starting point for choosing
Tips for Keeping Your Jewelry Clean Jewelry is meant to shine, but daily wear can quickly dull that sparkle. Lotions, soaps, oils, and even sweat can leave residue that hides the brilliance of your favorite pieces. Knowing how to clean jewelry at home keeps your rings, necklaces, and earrings looking
The refractive index is a measure of how light interacts with a material, and it’s an important factor to consider when choosing diamonds for jewelry. Knowing the refractive index of diamonds can help buyers evaluate the quality of their purchase, as well as its sparkle and brilliance. Refractive Index: Definition
Is there a best metal for men’s wedding bands? We would have to say no, because there are so many personal choices involved for a ring that you may wear for decades.But there is a best metal for YOU. Choosing the metal a man likes best is a big deal.
The type of setting you choose for your diamonds and gemstones make a huge difference in the look and style that your jewelry evokes.
With so many different setting types available, we’ve put together a complete guide of all the Diamond & Gemstone setting types. We also included what jewelry settings may work best with your lifestyle and stone.
A bracelet makes a wonderful gift for a woman or man, of any age. The main types of bracelets include bangle, hinged bangle, flexible/stretch, cuff, hinged cuff, and link. Within the link style are ID, charm, tennis or straight line, and toggle types. Rather than being solid, bracelets may be
Although you should base your jewelry purchases mostly on your personal sensibilities, the official monetary value of diamonds (and some other gems) is determined by factors commonly referred to as the “four C’s”: Caret, Color, Clarity, and Cut. Understanding the four C’s of diamonds will help you understand how jewelry
Tiffany & Co. Collectible Jewelry for the smart collector of fine jewelry in our Vintage & Estate Collection. Tiffany & Co. became iconic to Americans with the famous 1961 movie, “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” starring Audrey Hepburn. Ever since then Tiffany’s robin egg blue color is recognizable to almost everyone. However, they
Have jewelry that needs repair? You’ve come to the right place to get honest knowledgeable answers about your jewelry repairs. Jewelry repair is a specialized service we’ve been providing for more than 30 years! You’re welcome to come by and get a quick jewelry cleaning while you wait. Or, talk
Most people don’t put much thought into the clasps on their jewelry. As long as they can open the clasp and it stays closed on its own, what more is there to know, right? Well, there’s actually a lot! There are many different types of clasps for necklaces and bracelets.
