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How to Take Care of a Pearl Ring

Posted by Pocket Watch Guide on July 12, 2010 with Comments Closed
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When everyone else is wearing diamonds, any woman wearing pearls is sure to stand out. Though they don’t catch the light in the same way, pearls have their own inner light that enhances the beauty of any woman who wears them. Pearl rings are especially uncommon but they do require a lot of care. However, as long as you choose the setting carefully, take care of your pearl well, and plan ahead, you’ll be able to have a ring that any woman would envy.

Choosing the right setting is one of the most important things you can do to minimize future damage. Most experts agree on two types of settings that both hold the pearl securely and protect it from scrapes reasonably well. The first is a bezel, a metal band that is wrapped around the pearl. One of the most used settings, a bezel is considered very protective. However, should you need to replace your pearl down the road (and you will), this type of setting can make things a little more difficult. The metal will have to be pulled back to allow the original pearl to be removed and the new one inserted, then the metal will have to be repaired. The other type of setting, a cup, makes replacement simpler but is slightly less protective.

Pearls are a relatively soft gem, so they can easily acquire scrapes and scratches from everyday wear and tear. They may also lose their luster over time if they are not well protected. You can minimize damage by keeping your ring away from harsh chemicals, heat, and anything acidic. You should definitely avoid cooking with your ring on. Also be very careful not to bang your pearl on anything! If you work with your hands and/or with chemicals please leave your ring at home; this will extend the life of your pearl.

Finally, you need to be plan for the future. No matter how well you take care of your pearl, it will need to be replaced someday. Over time you’ll begin to notice scratches and surface damage, as well as an inevitable yellowing if you chose a white pearl. If you know what type of pearl you’d like, it’s best to buy several at once so that you have pearls in the right size when the inevitable happens. Any reputable retailer should be able to assist you in the selection of both the setting of your ring and the pearls you’d need; it’s best to consult with him/her before you buy.

Though pearl rings need more care than pearl necklaces, the reward for all your care will be a beautiful ring that glows in sunlight and seems to hold the mystery of the sea.

Fun and Fashionable Dichroic Glass Rings

Posted by Pocket Watch Guide on June 28, 2010 with Comments Closed
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There are many different types of dichroic glass rings available to purchase. These days, most rings are available in a range of stunning designs. When designing a glass ring, the most important thing to consider is which piece of the dichroic glass you should use. This is important because the piece needs to be stunning and outstanding. The better the piece of glass, the better the patterns will be displayed.

A lot of of rings made of dichroic glass have gems in them that are so large that they are bigger than the ring. Some of the gems are so wide that they overshadow the ring. This is not a bad thing however; it can be a fantastic fashion statement. Women wear these sorts of rings for fashion and to create a conversation. The glass can either be left completely natural, or it can be altered. Altered pieces usually have designs etched on them. These designs can be things such as flowers or initials, or whatever the customer wishes.

Most dichroic rings that are on sale are made with a base of sterling silver. Silver compliments this type of glass very well. The two match so that it does not matter which color hues the glass contains. Some rings are able to have their size adjusted. In this case the silver band remains opened rather than completely closed. This allow for different people to wear it and it also allows for the same person to wear it on different fingers. Usually, rings are set in irregular shapes. This allows for individual pieces and unique charm. Some of the most favoured designs are square, round, rectangular. Oval shaped rings are usually the most popular type.

Individuals are probably wondering what the price of these pieces of jewelry are. Prices for dichroic rings vary. The prices are usually in a range from $5 up to $100. The price varies depending on the type of materials that are used. It is also dependent on what kind of design the piece contains and which studio created the jewelry.

Customers are also able to purchase dichroic glass jewelry in sets. These sets usually include several pieces, including earrings, rings, and necklaces. At times they will also include bracelets. However, it is difficult to make these kind of sets due to the fact that it is hard to locate enough of one type of fused glass. Usually there is not enough of it to make a complete set which includes all the different sorts of pieces. At times there will be shading variation. However, variations such as this are to be expected when purchasing this sort of jewelry. It adds charm and individuality to the pieces. This is one of the reasons this style is so popular.

Fashion Jewelry for the Rest of Us

Posted by Pocket Watch Guide on June 13, 2010 with Comments Closed
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Most of us can agree that it doesn’t take an abundance of wealth to buy fashion jewelry. There is something about fashion jewelry that allows all of us to look good and feel good without having to break the bank. The unique advantage of buying fashion jewelry is that you can actually buy several jewelry [...]

Is Fine Silver Jewelry As Good As Gold?

Posted by Pocket Watch Guide on May 25, 2010 with Comments Closed
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Over the centuries, there has never been a valid argument to say that silver jewelry is more valuable than gold jewelry. In fact, everyone knows that when times get tough and a recession hits the economy, many of the investment gurus tell us to buy gold? I wonder why they don’t tell us to buy [...]

Handmade Silver Jewelry Classes

Posted by Pocket Watch Guide on May 20, 2010 with Comments Closed
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Have you ever thought about taking a class about handmade jewelry? Have you ever thought about teaching a handmade jewelry class? If you are thinking about taking a class, you can usually find them at your local community center or at a junior college. But you can also take classes online if you are so [...]

Buying a Fashion Jewelry Necklace

Posted by Pocket Watch Guide on May 18, 2010 with Comments Closed
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If you walk into a shopping mall and go into any discount jewelry store you are likely going to find a place to buy a fashion jewelry necklace. There are a myriad of different sizes, styles and colors to choose from. But when it comes to buying fashion jewelry, it is important that you don’t [...]

Giving Emerald Rings To Your Loved One Shows Your Undying Love And Affection

Posted by Pocket Watch Guide on April 25, 2010 with 1 Comment
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Even though women may be genetically programmed to fall in love with jewelry, it is still easy to see why they love emerald rings so much.  Emeralds are a member of the beryl family of gemstones, which means that it is a hard stone, that produces deep green hues, almost appearing black under certain lighting. [...]

Moissanite

Posted by Pocket Watch Guide on April 21, 2010 with 1 Comment
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Moissanite is gaining popularity as a diamond simulant as compared to the diamonds other popular simulant, the cubic zirconia, moissanite is almost the same hardness as a diamond and just as beautiful. It is because of it’s hardness being similar to the diamond that moissanite is often used in thermal as well as electronic application [...]

What You Need to Know About Men’s Tungsten Carbide Wedding Bands

Posted by Pocket Watch Guide on April 8, 2010 with 2 Comments
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Imagine the beauty that results from processing the basic grey powder comprising tungsten carbide.  When used as jewelry, the appearance is of a fine luster, and when polished or buffed, can have a mirror finish that lasts for years. Men’s tungsten carbide wedding bands are appearing more frequently in jewelry stores, as the shine is [...]

Dolphin Jewelry Touches The Heart

Posted by Pocket Watch Guide on March 26, 2010 with 4 Comments
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Words cannot describe the beauty and gracefulness of dolphins, as they seem to effortlessly glide through water and perform endearing back flips.  Dolphin jewelry has greatly grown in popularity over the past several years.  Much of this may be attributed to the awareness that is growing toward the endangerment of dolphins.   This is due [...]

10 Unusual Cubic Zirconia Cocktail Rings

Posted by Pocket Watch Guide on March 10, 2010 with 17 Comments
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Unusual cubic zirconia rings include the beautiful purple blue tanzanite rings that make great cocktail jewelry and can be genuine with CZ accents or totally simulated creations that are very affordable. While genuine blue tanzanite rings can cost $500 to well over $1,000, a CZ tanzanite simulation that looks very real can be had for [...]

Buying Mens Engagement Rings

Posted by Pocket Watch Guide on March 4, 2010 with Comments Closed
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When it comes to buying mens engagement rings there are a few things that you need to consider. This type of ring has become a lot more popular in recent years, in part due to same sex marriages, and in part due to the fact that couples are putting off the actual wedding in favor [...]

How To Wear Sterling Silver Rings

Posted by Pocket Watch Guide on January 15, 2010 with Comments Closed
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Different types of sterling silver rings and their settings. There are many different types of ring styles and settings for your sterling silver rings. The first thing that we will talk about today is the types and styles of rings that people wear and what they mean. Ring symbolism is intertwined in cultures throughout time. [...]

Diamond Or Cubic Zirconia Rings?

Posted by Pocket Watch Guide on December 28, 2009 with 199 Comments
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First in order to decide which is better diamond or cubic zirconia rings we first must discuss what the two are and what they two are not. // First let us define what cubic zirconia is: according to Wikipedia: “Cubic zirconia (or CZ) is the cubic crystalline form of zirconium dioxide (ZrO2). The synthesized material [...]