Jewelry

How to Buy Tanzanite

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When buying tanzanite, as with diamonds and other gemstones, look for the four Cs: color, clarity, cut and carat. Tanzanite comes in a continuum of shades, varying greatly in quality and clarity. So, use this guide to know what you're getting ... more »

How to Buy Tickets for the TransWorld's Jewelry, Fashion & Accessories Show, Illinois

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The TransWorld's Jewelry, Fashion & Accessories Show is held several times throughout the year in different areas of Illinois. The show features over 300 exhibitors with a wonderful mix of jewelry, accessories and fashions all under one roof. ... more »

How to Buy Vintage Handbags & Purses At Affordable Prices

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Find great vintage handbags for under $15... more »

How to Buy Wholesale Jewelry

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You love jewelry, and maybe you've toyed with the notion of establishing your own jewelry store. But how do you sell jewelry and still be profitable? The key to turning a profit when selling jewelry is buying wholesale, then marking up the price ... more »

How to Calculate the Value of Scrap Gold

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If you have any scrap gold, you can sell it, but for how much? Gold prices tend to rise along with worries of war or inflation[1] but before you bring gold jewelry, dental fillings, teeth, nuggets, and bars to a scrap gold dealer's counter (or ... more »

How to care for 'Fine and Costume Jewelry'

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Some jewelry, such as costume pieces, may be low priced. But they can have a sentimental value, either because of its rarity, or it's 'heirloom' value.Costume jewelry can be a 'one of a kind' and therefore have a great value to the ... more »

How to Care for a Genital Piercing

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A genital piercing is the term typically used to describe when a female decides to get her labia or clitoris pierced. A male genital piercing is instead referred to as a "Prince Albert." If you are brave enough to get a genital piercing, then you ... more »

How to Care for Cultured Pearls

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Cultured pearls are made from nacre, a substance that oysters secrete. This component makes pearls soft and porous. Pearls rarely shatter but they do damage easily. Learn to properly care for your cultured pearls by following these steps... more »

How to Care for Diamond Jewelry

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Diamonds are the most popular precious stone used in jewelry. As the hardest material on earth, the diamond requires special attention to keep it brilliant. Learn how to properly clean, store and maintain the beauty of your diamond jewelry to ... more »

How to Care for Jewelry

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From precious metals to semiprecious gemstones, jewelry adds sparkle and shine to any outfit or occasion. Properly cared for, fine jewelry will bring years of pleasure to the wearer. Here are some suggestions on how to care for your jewelry... more »

How to Care for Moissanite Jewelry

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Moissanite gems, extracted from a meteor that landed in Arizona 50,000 years ago, boast remarkable brilliance and fire. Although the stones are named after Dr. Henri Moissan who first studied the meteor's fragments over 100 years ago, Charles & ... more »

How to Care for Pearls

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Pearls are durable but very delicate. Proper care is required to ensure their elegance and luster. Follow the steps below to care for your valuable pearls... more »

How to Care for Pierced Ears

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Newly pierced ears require proper care to ensure that you have those holes for a long time to wear pretty and elegant earrings. If you don't take proper care of new piercings, you run the risk of an infection at the piercing site. You also will ... more »

How to Care for Sterling Silver Jewelry

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Since ancient times, silver has been used to make jewelry and decorative items. However, since the 18th century, more silver has been mined and used than in all prior centuries combined. Silver alone is a soft metal and therefore too soft to be ... more »

How to Care for Your Cameo Jewelry

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Cameos, and shell cameos in particular, can discolor and crack from drying and aging, and require special care. A few tips can help you keep your cameos clean and moisturized:.. more »

How to Care for Your Diamonds

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How to Care for Your Diamonds... more »

How to Care for Your Pearl Jewelry

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Pearls have a classic look and you can help them keep their polish... more »

How to Care For Your Vintage Jewelry

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When you purchase vintage jewelry and antique jewelry pieces, you’ll want to preserve their beauty and value. A few quick tips will get you on the right track:.. more »

How to Care For Your Watch

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Although nothing beats careful use, you can follow a few steps to make sure your watches live long and healthy lives.. more »

How to Choose a Birthstone Engagement Ring

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A birthstone engagement ring can be a wonderfully sentimental alternative to a traditional diamond engagement ring. However, you should choose one as carefully as you would a high quality diamond. There is a great variety of birthstone rings ... more »

How to Choose a Diamond Earring

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Not every diamond earring that sparkles is worth its price tag. Poor cutting of a diamond can weaken the overall structure or cause a fault line at an occlusion that is just waiting to crumble at the slightest accident. Occlusions, or natural ... more »

How to Choose a Diamond Pendant

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So you're searching for the perfect diamond jewelry to complement a gown or blouse with an interesting neckline or dark backdrop that begs for adornment. A diamond pendant makes a simple yet dramatic selection. The shape and nature of a pendant ... more »

How to Choose a Diamond Tennis Bracelet

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When seeking a gemstone bracelet, diamonds are a wonderful choice, and even more so in a tennis-bracelet style. Because diamonds are so hard, they can't be scratched. These precious stones, however, can encounter other dangers, even if you don't ... more »

How to Choose a Pink Diamond

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Naturally colored Australian pink diamonds have only one source in the world, and their rarity makes them the most costly of all diamond gemstones. This makes buyers looking for pink diamonds prey for unscrupulous dealers. Examination and ... more »

How to Choose a Platinum Ring

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Platinum is a durable and sturdy metal, much rarer than gold. That makes it the ideal choice for that special ring. Learn about the purity of platinum and spend time thinking about the right style before you buy, so you'll always have a timeless ... more »

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