Monday, 16. November 2009
Cubic zirconia wedding rings are perfect for budget conscious who desires a diamond look for a fraction of the cost, as it has the ability to stand in for the diamond even under closest scrutiny. The clarity and brilliance of the CZ make it one of today’s most popular stones as it far outshines other gemstones. They are elegant substitutes for diamond at a lower cost.
Cubic zirconia is so optically similar to diamond that only a trained eye can tell the difference. CZ wedding rings are reasonable alternatives to traditional wedding rings like real diamond wedding rings that are much cheaper.
Cubic zirconia’s main competitor as a synthetic gemstone is the moissanite, another diamond simulant. Cubic zirconia has a lower cost and durability that made it the most gemologically and economically important competitor to diamonds besides of course its visual likeness. CZ is used as an alternative in many diamond jewelries like rings, earrings, bracelets and pendants.
Cubic zirconia will give you a diamond like brilliance and elegance at a lower cost, truly a dream wedding ring. This way you no longer spend so much time in looking for a wedding ring and focus instead on the other important matters. Read more... (590 words)
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Saturday, 24. October 2009
Turquoise necklaces are one of the oldest known and most prized gemstones. It is regarded as a highly protective stone, symbol of life and gift of friendship. Turquoise necklaces are versatile, timeless and elegant pieces of jewelry that can accentuate any outfit. These jewelries are perfect gifts for those celebrating their birthdays in December and 5th anniversaries. Turquoise is believed to bestow wealth and happiness, and health as well. Turquoise looks great for a range of styles.
Turquoise is a valuable mineral that is generally seen in white to a powder blue to a sky blue tone, and from a blue-green to a yellowish green. It got its blue color from copper and its green color from bivalent iron and chrome. It is one of the first gems to be mined and is believed to have healing and spiritual qualities. It is one of the most familiar and loveliest gemstones prized since ancient times.
Turquoise is the birthstone for December and the anniversary gem of marriage. The Native American Indian tribes in the Southwest regard turquoise as the Sky Stone. Turquoise is an ancient talisman for health and happiness, and is said to promote prosperity. It is also a highly protective stone. Read more... (698 words)
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Thursday, 22. October 2009
Pink sapphire is calm and relaxing, once believed by kings to protect from harm and envy. It is also believed to heal emotional pain. Pink sapphire rings are highly affordable, yet stunning alternative to pink diamond rings. They are perfect gifts for people who celebrate birthdays on September and for those fifth and forty fifth wedding anniversaries.
In Latin, the word sapphire means blue. But sapphires can be found in many different colors and one of these colors is pink. Pink sapphires are called fancy sapphires, which also refers to any colored sapphires other than blue. Fancy sapphires are pure individualism and are just made for lovers of individualistic colored stone jewelry.
Pink sapphire is sometimes referred to as pink corundum. Corundum is a form of gemstone. It is clear while pink sapphire contains traces of titanic oxide which basically account for its pink coloration. Sapphire is the second hardest natural mineral because it is 9.0 on the Mohs scale of hardness.
The gemstone pink sapphire is believed to awaken emotional intelligence which fosters a strong sense of emotional identity. Some say that wearing pink sapphires can improve the ability to perceive energies, including gemstone energies. It is also believed by some to nourish and accelerate emotional development, ease emotional burdens and pains. Read more... (666 words)
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Sunday, 11. October 2009
by Rich Keys
For many years diamonds have been an obsession of people all across the world. The beauty and value of diamonds is appreciated more than any other gem. They are regarded as the most popular stone used in engagement and wedding rings and are a symbol of undying love.
Women and men also fancy diamonds in other adornments. There are gorgeous jewelry choices from diamond chokers, to diamond pendants, to diamond tennis bracelets. What is the special diamond quality that makes them unparalleled?
One of nature’s most prized creations, no two diamonds are exactly alike. Gemologists have discovered that each diamond has its own design based on variations in the cut and the color.
The discovery of diamonds can be traced back to India around 800 B.C. For many years only royalty wore them as a symbol of their strength, although all were taken with their extreme beauty. In modern times common people also wear diamonds as an everyday accessory. Diamonds are rated on the 4 Cs: Carat Weight, Clarity, Color and Cut. The rating system determines what grade each diamond is and thus determines the price which will be commanded for purchasing each diamond. Read more... (585 words)
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Saturday, 10. October 2009
by Fred Gagnon
Blue topaz, the symbol of love and fidelity, is said to cure many diseases. It is the gemstone for the month of December. These elegant and trendy rings are perfect gifts for December birthdays and to commemorate winter events. Wearers of blue topaz jewelries are believed to gain a pleasant disposition and pleasant attitude.
Topaz is a mineral valued as gemstones. A pure topaz is colorless or clear and transparent. Pure topaz tinted by impurities comes in different colors such as brown, orange, red, blue, pink, wine yellow or pale gray, which makes it more desirable. Blue topaz is the most popular color option available for this gemstone.
Blue topaz comes in many different shades of blue, which ranges from a very light shade of blue to a fairly dark shade of medium blue. The lightest blue variety of blue topaz is easily mistaken for aquamarine. Blue topaz usually looks translucent; however, it can sometimes appear transparent.
People believe that blue topaz can offer many mystical properties. During the ancient times, blue topaz was believed to change color when near a poisoned food or drink. Today blue topaz is said to get rid of mood swings, provide the mind with wisdom and knowledge by relaxing the mind and helping the person think more realistically about things. Read more... (614 words)
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Saturday, 29. August 2009
by Richard Rockman
If you have never heard of a lapidary then you may want to learn more about it if you are looking for a fun hobby. If you’d like to become a lapidary then you want to become a gem cutter. It is a person that makes lapidary rough into a beautiful gemstone.
In nature, gems are not found in the same manner that they are found in jewelry. They need to be prepared to look that way. A lot of tools and skill are used to prepare the stone.
When you get lapidary rough you will see a lot of extra material that is around the rock or mineral from when it was mined. A lapidary then uses saws and other tools to mold the rocks and minerals and remove the excess stuff that surrounds it. When a gem is cut well it shines and is very impressive. A gem not cut well will be ugly and dull.
You will need to use a saw first on lapidary rough. Then the rock or mineral needs to be cleaned with oil so there is nothing left on it that shouldn’t be there. It will need to grind it using silicon carbide wheels or diamond impregnated wheels. Then the gem needs to be sanded to make it shine. Read more... (377 words)
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Wednesday, 26. August 2009
by Patrick villa
Gemstones are used for healing and spiritual guidance since time immortal. These unique properties make them special and coveted. Gemstone rings have been used by men and women alike to wear the gem of their choice.
So what are the choices you have when it comes to silver gemstone rings? The list of gemstones that you can incorporate in a silver ring is exhaustive. Some of the most popularly used gemstones and their special qualities are as follows:
Diamonds
This is perhaps the most sought after precious stone in the world. It can work wonders with a silver ring as both the materials have a charming shine that come together to produce an awe inspiring effect.
A diamond is said to remove negative energy and any blockages in the spiritual life path. The gemstone is also utilized as a constant reminder for awakening and igniting the wearers spiritual commitments. It is commonly used in wedding bands as it promotes strong relationships and harmony.
In terms of the physical powers that diamonds have they can actually remove toxins from the body and help to improve eyesight. They also enhance metabolism. In general diamonds also promote unity and love of self and with others as well. Read more... (463 words)
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Wednesday, 26. August 2009
by Wendy Racklave
Most of the time you will find people that collect stamps, some collect coins and other collect collectors beer cans and soda cans with pictures of their favorite sports start printed on them. These are normal things to collect, as they are not too expensive, but then you will find people collecting things like diamond, gold coins, lapidary and gemstones, which gets a bit expensive, just like collecting painting and other more expensive things.
However, when you are in love with anything that s pretty and shiny it is hard to stay away from t. It is like someone who loves to shop. This type of person will spend hours in a store trying on things just to see how items will look on him or her. This type of person will also use shopping as a sort of therapy.
So, when this person is feeling down in the dumps he or she will go out to the nearest mall and spend a ton of money on things that he or she does not need – most of the time, for females and some males, it is shoes. Some people collect tie in the this manner too, and other even collect dresses, most of which will not ever be used. Read more... (463 words)
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