 Category: Jewelry
Category: Fashion >> Jewelry<< previous page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 next page >> by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-03 ]
As the name implies synthetic diamonds look like real diamonds but do not have the same properties as real diamonds. The ability to determine the differences between chemical compusosition, hardness, weight, and some of the light handling characteristics of real diamonds and synthetic diamonds with the naked eye is extremely difficult. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-03 ] The history of the Golden Maharaja is not knows it is believed to have come from South Africa. It is 65.57 carats and classified as a Fancy Dark Orange-Brown in color. It is a modified Pear shape having the crown and pavilion main facets horizontally divided with extra facets. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-03 ] This flat face highlights the clarity of the diamond so only high quality diamonds are cut to this shape. The lack of impurities and inclusion in the stone will increase the price so emerald cut diamonds are usually more expensive than other cuts with the same caret weight. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-03 ] As a status symbol big diamonds have no equal. It shows that you have the ability to spend an extravagant amount of money on jewelry. When not being displayed these beautiful gems are hidden away in secure locations and rarely see the light of day. When was the last time you have seen the Esther Williams famous Champagne diamond ring or the Taylor Burton pear shaped diamond?
by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-03 ] Rough diamonds are still in their natural form and have not been cut or polished. Natural diamonds are found in Octhahedra, Cubic, Macle, and Dodecahedron crystal shapes. Unless you have done some research into what rough diamonds look like it unlikely you would be able to spot a diamond in its natural setting.
by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-03 ] Anyone wanting to be married dreams of that perfect moment when the man presents the woman with a beautiful diamond engagement ring that just takes her breath away. He slips it on her finger, she breathlessly says "yes," and they live happily ever after.
by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-03 ] You may already know that diamonds are the hardest substance known to man. Their crystallization process takes literally millions of years, and it's believed that some diamonds can actually be billions of years old! by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-03 ] First off, keep in mind that there are really three different types of diamond wedding rings. There is a diamond wedding band, which is meant to be worn with an engagement ring and is presented during the wedding ceremony. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-03 ] The four C's of diamonds are of course cut, color, clarity and carats. They are all considered when a retailer or wholesaler sets the price of diamonds and diamond jewelry. There is no such thing as "the most important one" when it comes to pricing, although you may want to sacrifice one for another depending on why you're purchasing a diamond. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-03 ] Israel Itzkowitz of Ambar Diamonds created the princess cut diamond in 1979. Three years of research went into the design to create a new faceted diamond that had similar optical properties to the round brilliant cut diamond. It is now the second most popular diamond cut shape only exceeded by the round brilliant cut. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-03 ] Investors are in a quandary about where to put their money. The real estate bubble has burst. The stock markets are falling. Economic experts say the global economy is teetering on the edge of a grand recession. What's an investor to do?
by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-03 ] Diamond mining began in the West African country of Sierra Leon in the 1930s and, since then, diamonds of high quality have been mined in large quantities from the country. Till 1998, some 55 million carats of gem quality diamonds had been reportedly mined in Sierra Leon, amounting to a cost of about 15 billion US dollars. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-03 ] Most people believe diamonds are the rarest thing on the planet and that’s what makes them so valuable. Nothing could be further from the truth. There are enough diamonds in the world to fill a coffee cup for every man and woman on this planet. The actual reason they are so expensive is because strict controls are placed on the quantity of gemstones produced for sale worldwide. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] The Centenary was found on July 17th, 1986 at the Premier Mine. Only a handful of people knew about it and all were sworn to silence. On March 11th, 1988, the centenary celebrations of De Beers took place in Kimberly and a banquet was held to close the Kimberly Mine also known as the Big Hole. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] De Beers was founded in South Africa in 1888 and today is the largest producer and seller of diamonds. Almost from the beginning the De Beers company has had a strangle hold on the diamond industry and a huge advertising budget. Diamonds are not as rare as the advertiser would have you to believe. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] The Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the American Gem Society (AGS), and the International Gemological Institute (IGI) are the three most widely known and respected diamond grading laboratories in the world. Each of the grading laboratories have developed a very similar nomenclature for identifying the 4 C's of diamonds. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] Also called The Little Sancy is a rounded pear shaped and weights about 34 carats and has been confused with its counter part called The Sancy which is 54 carats. This diamond was bought by Prince Frederick Henry of Orange the grandfather of King Fredrick I of Prussia, who died in the year 1647. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] The first recorded history of the Agra Diamond in 1526 when Babur the first Mogul emperor was reported to have received the diamond from the family of the slain Raja of Agar. Many stories surround the diamond from the mid 1500 to 1891 including one story where a horse was forced to swallow the diamond so it could be smuggled out of India to England. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] Millions of years ago the ancient oceans had microorganisms that lived and died in the oceans. When the microorganisms died there bodies fell to the ocean floor. After the bodies decomposed, what was left was almost pure carbon. The crust of the earth surface is in constant motion. Movement is due to tectonic plates and the continental drift. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] When diamonds are cut properly they will enhance any piece of jewelry. They are stunning to look at, and when the sun catches them, they flash like miniature suns. If you are planning to purchase a diamond then the old adage let the buyer beware has never been truer. Unless you are a trained jeweler you will not have the ability to determine if the quality of the diamond is matched to its purchase price. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] Diamonds known as conflict diamonds originate from the war zones of Africa. On December 1, 2000 the United Nations General Assembly unanimously adopted a resolution defining the role of conflict diamonds with the intent of cutting off the sources of funding for rebel forces and to help shorten the wars and prevent their recurrence.
by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] Black diamonds are also called carbonados diamonds. The Portuguese in Brazil coined the term carbonados in the mid-18th century. It derived from its visual similarity to porous charcoal. Black diamonds are found only in Brazil and the Central African Republic.
by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] Diamonds are composed of carbon atoms that have been subject to extreme pressure and heat. If the diamond contains no impurities then the color will be crystal clear. Nature rarely creates anything that does not have any impurities in it. Most diamonds will contain some amounts of nitrogen atoms. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] The majority of the Champagne color diamonds are found in the Ragged Ranges in the Kimberley region of Australia. In this remote corner of north west Australia is the largest diamond mine in the world the called Argyle Diamond Mine. Diamonds were discovered here in October of 1979.
by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] The Argyle Diamond Mine is located in a remote corner of North West Australia and it produces over 90 percent of the world supply of pink diamonds and yet less that 1/10 of 1 percent is classified as Pink in color. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] Yellow diamonds were once thought to be inferior. Paler yellows, such as canary yellow, are more common but are not as desirable as their darker counterparts. Intense fancy yellow diamonds are the most rare and valuable of the yellow diamonds. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] A natural diamond coming into contact with a radioactive source at some point during its lifetime causes some diamonds to develop a green coloration. The time required may be as much as a million years or longer. Green diamonds of this nature are very unique.
by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] White diamonds are produced by mines all over the world in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. With the rise in popularity of the colored diamonds the term White is misleading. A white diamond is considered to be totally colorless. by Editor 123  [ 2008-06-02 ] For women a little piece of jewelry can make you special. A woman’s association with pendant can also make her feel elated and simply adorable. Definitely no one can ignore the eyes falling upon you and mesmerizing glances? by Editor 123  [ 2008-06-02 ] Pearl jewelry is every lady’s secret to be stylish. Pearl jewelry complements all type of occasions. Further pearl is a symbol for purity and love, source of wisdom and power. Coupling pearl jewelry with a simple design is the fastest growing trends in today's fashion industry. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] A certificate is not the same thing as an appraisal. A certificate describes the quality of a diamond, but it does not place a monetary value on the gem. An appraisal places a monetary value on your diamond, but does not certify the quality of the diamond.
by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] Darya-I-Nur diamond is believed to be the largest pink diamond in the world. The stone is estimated to weigh somewhere between 175 and 195 carats, and it is a light pink color. Its exact weight isn't known because its been mounted in its brooch setting for over 130 years. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] The Earth Star was found in the Jagersfontein Mine in 1967. It was cut from a raw stone of about 248.9 carats into a Pear shaped stone weighing 111.59 carats. At the time it was considered the largest faceted brown diamond in the world. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] The first wave of gem-quality manufactured diamonds hit the market late in 2003. Man-made diamonds is nothing new and the technology has been available since the mid 19th century. Small diamond crystals were created for industrial purposes such as grinding wheels, drill bits and saw blades. by David Cowley  [ 2008-06-02 ] Henri Moissan (1852-1907) received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1906. In 1892 theorized that by crystallizing carbon with pressure and heat from molten iron he could make diamonds. The then set out to prove his theory by designing and building an electric-arc furnace. by Raisa Raima  [ 2008-05-29 ] No gift in this world is as pleasing and special to a woman as a diamond. The occasions on which it can be gifted are many, from marriage to anniversary and from confession of love to birthday. Whatever the reason may be, these diamonds hold a special place when it comes to gift a woman. by Scott Jarvis  [ 2008-05-29 ] As the fates would have it, I agreed and gave our wedding my full attention and partook in all aspects of planning our wedding. Ironically meeting with all the different vendors and even wedding officiants was anything but boring. by David Fox [ 2008-05-22 ] The three diamond ring has been a hit success since its introduction. But what is it that makes this item so popular? by Roberto Sedycias  [ 2008-05-20 ] Jewelry, an oldest form of personal ornament, is used to decorate one`s self from ages. Apart from functional use, jewelry has been a symbol of wealth, status and membership.
by Editor 123  [ 2008-05-14 ] Pearls provide an immense beauty factor to women. Even a simple strand of pearl looks pretty. The appearance of pearl necklaces creates a dramatized impact and radiates a distinct style. by Mary Beth Close [ 2008-05-13 ] Gaelic and Celtic traditions are rooted in the bedrock of Ireland. . Probably no other nationality has a stronger sense of their national and cultural heritage than the Irish. by Editor 123  [ 2008-05-08 ] One of the purest pearl varieties, Akoya pearls are known for their brilliance and shine. Read this article to know more. by Dillan Gardner [ 2008-05-08 ] This article gives hints about how to look more attractive wearing diamonds. It defines to what occasions these precious stones are most appropriate. by David Fox [ 2008-05-07 ] Diamond jewellery forms a large part of the jewellery market as it is probably the most sought after type of jewellery available to consumers. by Janeth Duque [ 2008-05-01 ] Expert in marketing in silicone bracelet with a message by Jonathan Blocker  [ 2008-04-29 ] At one time, mens wedding bands did not even exist. by Jonathan Blocker  [ 2008-04-29 ] Mens wedding rings by the craftspeople of the Tacorian family typify the expression “old wine in new bottles.” by Nate Rodnay  [ 2008-04-28 ] They were the subject of a cheesy movie that became one of the biggest hits of 1987. They were the subject of an even cheesier 1991 sequel. They have also arguably become one of the most prominent and powerful tools among successful clothing retailers worldwide. by Editor 123  [ 2008-04-28 ] Pearl jewelry inspires many people. An original pearl takes hundreds of year to convert a simple oyster into a fruitful gem. This is the reason pearls are very expensive and hard to resist. by Fadhrick Pickaso  [ 2008-04-25 ] Wrist watches have always been the fantasy of young people and the need for the elders. In this fast paced world it is very necessary to keep track of time. Otherwise one could easily land up in serious problems. |