How do I Purchase Emerald Jewelry?
Emerald jewelry makes a fine addition to any jewelry collection as it can enhance any outfit. Investing in a high-quality piece of emerald jewelry is evidence that you are a trendsetter with exquisite taste. The benefits, however, extend beyond today and into the future. A well-crafted emerald jewelry piece can easily be a family heirloom. For this reason, it is important that you carefully choose emerald jewelry that is beautiful, brilliant and will undoubtedly appreciate with age. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Compare the selection of jewelry retailers, both online and offline. If there is a certain type of jewelry you want, such as an engagement ring, consider beginning your search at a retailer that specializes in those particular pieces.
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Select an emerald cut. The obvious choice for an emerald is the emerald cut, but an emerald can be cut any shape like other gemstones. Do not purchase emeralds that have large cracks. Small cracks, called inclusions, are normal. Larger cracks, however, may cause the emerald to split or crack into pieces if it is bumped.
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Select an emerald size. The size of your emerald will depend on the type of piece you want. For example, you will be able to feature larger emeralds in a necklace than in a ring.
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Inspect the color of the emerald. Not all emeralds are dark green, though dark green is the most popular color choice. Emeralds naturally have color hues ranging from bluish green to dark green. Suspiciously dark emeralds might have added dyes or coloring agents. Because most consumers prefer dark emeralds, and they are typically more expensive, this is a dishonest practice used to fool customers. If you are uncertain about it, avoid it.
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Choose a setting. A bezel setting is popular for emerald jewelry because it protects the stone from scratches that can occur from everyday wear and tear. Settings that surround the emerald with other gemstones, like diamonds, can enhance the emerald's beauty and offer additional protection.
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Request that the jeweler give you a certificate of origin to verify the emerald's authenticity.
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Tips & Warnings
Conduct an Internet search to find customer reviews about a jewelry retailer. A quick keyword search for the business in a search engine like Bing or Google is a good starting place.
Search the Better Business Bureau additional business ratings or formal complaints.
Online jewelry provider Kai Silver warns against cleaning emeralds with hot water, ultrasonic cleaners, harsh detergents or petroleum distillate-based cleaning solutions.
References
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- Photo Credit bracelet with emerald image by Tatyana Parfyonova from Fotolia.com
