How to Use Jewelry Jargon
Carats, pave, cut. All are part of the jewelry jargon you might come in contact with as you shop for jewelry. To be a smart shopper, you need to learn what these terms mean.
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Look at the diamond or stone's clarity. Jewelers grade stones on their imperfections in clarity. A near perfect stone is flawless.
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Measure the weight of a diamond or stone. This is the carat weight.
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Choose a color stone. Diamonds come in many colors, as do other precious stones. Color is a matter of preference as much as anything else, although some colored diamonds are extremely rare and increase their value accordingly.
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Check the cut of the stone. This can really set a stone apart and make it sparkle. It's possible to waste a good diamond with a bad cut, so be sure to find a jeweler who specializes in cutting stones if you are having one custom cut.
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Feel the fire. Well, not literally. The amount of sparkle in a ring comes from the "fire" within it. A well-cut stone has lots of fire.
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Examine the facets. These are the multiple flat, polished cuts on the diamond's surface that enable the fire to sparkle.
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Use your newfound jewelry jargon as you go shopping for jewelry. Don't hesitate to ask the jeweler about any of the items listed. Let him show you the diamonds or stones under a microscope. Get the best value you can.
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