Sunday, October 25, 2009

ORIGINAL DESIGNED ENGAGEMENT RINGS


Engagement is a first step to make someone yours only. So engagement rings should also be special. Finding the person with whom you want to spend the rest of your life is reason to celebrate. That is why engagements are usually accompanied with the purchase of a special ring for the woman. An event as momentous as the promise to marry deserves a ring that both partners will cherish for a lifetime. Whether you are the man looking for just the right ring or you the woman hoping to give her fiancé some hints as to what you would like your ring to look like, there are some things you need to keep in mind as you shop for engagement rings. This is especially true if you are interested in purchasing an original design engagement ring.

Sunday, October 18, 2009

SPECIAL WEDDING RINGS


This is the fact that wedding ring is a special and the most precious thing for a wife. The wedding rings are always considered to be very special. The gold rings as stated earlier have always been the hot choice of every couple. From the ancient ages till date the gold had been couples are familiar with the gold wedding rings. And in the most common tradition the wedding rings are worn on the ring finger of the left hand. But in some culture there may be the tradition of wearing it on the right hand or on any other finger. Very often it is seen that the wedding rings are made in the same design both for the bride and the groom. The reason behind that may be to create a touching closeness between the two. Moreover having the same style of ring for both seems to be the representation of the union of two souls.

HOTTEST DIAMOND FOREVER


Amazing fact is here. It is however seen in the present day context that the couples are more inclined towards the white gold wedding rings and the platinum wedding rings. The diamond however, is still the hottest favorite of all. Being the hardest element it symbolizes eternal love. A platinum ring with a diamond in it is the best way to win a woman’s heart. Though the fact is that the tradition of diamond wedding ring has not been within the reach of the common people until the turn of the 20th century because of its lack of supply and only the rich people were able to afford it. But with the growth of latest technology this problem has been solved and now any one can gift a diamond ring.

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

SECURE YOURSELF FROM SCAM

You must know some basic elements to buy any Jewellery. Well here is some main points which will guide you to buy Diamond.

1. First of all you need to buy diamond jewellery items from reliable and safe online or offline jewellery shops. It is an expensive kind of shopping so you should be careful; a little carelessness can lead to disappointing results. You should trust the reputation of the shop or company from where you are going to buy.

2. It is an important point to remember that you should know about the purity of gold which you are buying. In other words you should know information about karats since that would provide information about the purity of the gold used in the item and hence its value. Gold is a soft metal so it is impossible to make jewellery items from pure gold therefore other metals are added to give rigidity and durability. 24 karat gold is pure gold but very soft so this form can be bent easily and it can change its shapes when one tries to wear it.

3. 18k gold is 75% pure, 14k gold, 12k and 10k gold also vary in purity. The ratio of mixing a metal in gold varies from each type of gold therefore you should understand its karat composition and ensure that proper guarantees are provided. When the other metal is added in excess then it gives more hardness to gold and vice versa.

4. How will you receive your purchased diamond jewellery items? Will the company ship them to your home or you yourself will carry them? What would be its shipping charges if bought from online stores? Everything should be clear before buying a jewellery item.

5. The most important point for guidance is to buy jewellery items from the jewelers who are members of reputable jewelers’ association or have multiple physical locations.

6. You should know about the manufacturer of jewellery to make the right decision. Diamond jewellery from a known manufacturer is considered genuine product so try to buy reliable and renowned products having trademark.


7. The cut of the diamond determines its brilliance. Everybody agrees that a diamond is mesmerizing. And that has a lot to do with they way jewelers cut it. The ideal cut maximizes the diamond's quality. It is applied to round diamonds only. But to lower the price of diamonds, premium cut is introduced. It also provides maximum brilliance, but definitely costs lower. The cut can also be very good, good, fair or poor, and it depends greatly to the diamond's value in terms of sheen.

8. As the name suggests, this corresponds to the presence of impurities and blemishes within the diamond. Most of the diamonds do have flaws. And that's due to the natural way of producing it. But there are diamonds, which for some reasons, look clearer and brighter than others. These types of diamond can cost higher than the ones who are not as lucid.

9. A colorless diamond is better than the dimmer ones. Some diamonds appear kind of yellowish or somehow darker than others. The whiter your diamond is, the higher its value will be. Go for the diamond that doesn't have color. But this rule doesn't apply to naturally colored diamonds, like the blue and green variants. These are higher in value because it is more unusual and exquisite.

10. Carat corresponds to the weight of the diamond. One carat is equivalent to 200 milligrams. The higher the carat, the more expensive the diamond is. So even the untrained eye will know that the bigger the gem is, the better choice it is.

11. A certificate is a diamond's blueprint. This paper describes the diamond's quality. It is especially required, more so if you are going to sell or buy loose diamonds. Loose diamonds are diamonds that are not set to a ring, a necklace, a bracelet, or any other type of jewelry. A certificate would be the basis of appraisal. Only the Gemological Institute of America or the American Gem Society issue these certificates.  

12. Diamonds can be set in different ways. Setting is just a way to hold the diamond in place within the jewelry piece. The most common are prong, bezel, and flush type setting. Prongs are usually used for diamond solitaire rings. Thin wires of either gold or platinum are employed to hold the gem. For a bezel type of setting, the metal is wrapped around the diamond. For flush setting, the diamond is sunk into the gold or platinum metal until it is in flush with the surface.

13. Diamonds do come in various shapes and forms, contrary to the famous belief that they all come in a circular shape, although round diamonds are very common, as it comprises around 75 percent of diamonds out in the market today. But aside from the round-shaped diamonds, there are also oval, pear-shaped, and heart-shaped diamonds. Right now, the most popular shape is the Princess cut diamond, which is rectangular in shape but it has many sparkling facets.

14. Prices for diamonds vary greatly. Low quality diamonds set in an inexpensive gold or silver can be purchased for a little over a hundred dollars. But for those diamond solitaire rings especially crafted for engagements and weddings, the price can blow up to $60,000 and higher. Big-ticket jewelry shops are a living proof of these. The diamonds that are valued as high as this certainly are big, clear, colorless, and brilliant.

These are the things you should consider when you are thinking of buying diamonds. Diamonds are replicas of luxury, beauty, and elegance. It is the best gift any woman.

Monday, October 12, 2009

SHOULD WE SELL JEWELLERY OR NOT?



The description will help you out about your own Jewellery that weather should be sold or not.
Jewelry that’s out of style or simply doesn’t suit your current taste isn’t doing you any good sitting at the bottom of your jewelry box. You probably feel guilty every time you see it, knowing you won’t ever wear it. Why not sell it and get something that’s more your taste with the money you make? If you don’t like yellow gold jewelry and prefer sterling silver or white gold, you can sell your yellow gold and use the money to invest in some classic pieces in the color you prefer and that you’ll wear for years to come. If you have older pieces of jewelry that have been broken for years, you’re like a lot of people. It may be too expensive to fix, but you hate to just toss it since you paid a lot for it when you got it. Fortunately, with the cost of gold near an all-time high, that broken jewelry is now worth plenty. Selling damaged jewelry puts it to good use and is a great way to recycle – the old pieces will be melted down and used to make something new, which means less mining for gold.
Getting a divorce or breaking off a long-term relationship is always painful, and having a constant reminder of the person who broke your heart can make things worse. Once you’re truly ready to let go of that old relationship, it can be very cathartic to sell gold jewelry you got as gifts from your ex. Your wedding ring, any earrings, necklaces or bracelets, and even gemstones should be gathered up and sold. It’s a form of emotional housekeeping that helps you sweep away bad memories. Use the money you make to give yourself a little “new beginnings” gift, whether it be a weekend mini vacation, a night out on the town or a brand new watch to mark the time you started fresh. Some of the jewelry you have may have sentimental value, or you may be reluctant to part with it because your great-aunt left it to you. It’s hard to part with a jewelry collection that was handed down to you, but you don’t have to make it an all or none decision. Select one or two special pieces of jewelry that will remind you of your loved one. You can cherish these and pass them down to your own children when the time comes. The rest of the jewelry can be sold and you can use the money for something special. Look at it this way, wouldn’t your great-aunt be happy knowing you kept that special brooch she always wore, but that you used all those old, out-of-style gold to make some money for a needed home improvement? She’d want you to benefit from what you inherited, so don’t be afraid to sell the gold jewelry to make your life a bit better.