THE JEWELRY SHINE

Archive for March, 2009

As we all know that a diamond is forever and is also the hardest transparent substance that exists. Chemically it is the most unadulterated of all the gemstones composed of a single pure element. No wonder why diamond holds a dominant position in the market among the most valuable and expensive precious stones in existence and symbolizes strength, purity of spirit, and even physical chastity.

Diamond is used for making rings, bracelets, earrings and many other things. Ornaments made of diamonds enhance person’s beauty and endurance. Among the different ornaments, earrings are the most important ornament that reveals thoughts of style, elegance and beauty of the wearer. The history of earrings has been around for nearly as long as when women and men started to groom themselves. Traditionally, a ring of gold, silver or other durable metals were worn through the earlobe by way of a piercing in the center of the lobe or by clipping but the popularity of earrings in this modern society especially diamond earrings has increase lately and is mostly preferred by the women. Diamond earrings are now considered as the best friend of a woman their ornament box looks incomplete in the absence of a variety of ear rings that are appropriate for different occasions. Women use earrings as fashion accessories, and they can be matched to a wide variety of outfits from formal evening attire, to more casual jeans or even a business suit. Whichever styles of you opt for diamond earrings, all of it represent classic style and elegance and also make a perfect gift for anyone near to your heart.

Diamond earrings are given different kinds and shapes like diamond hoop earrings, diamond heart earrings, drop diamond earrings and much more. Each of which are eye catcher. While shopping for diamond jewelry always make an effort to remember four C’s that are mainly constructed for diamond and is applied when crafting the finest diamond ornaments. They are cut, color, and clarity and carat weight. Diamond earrings with all the four characteristics are considered the best that speak out the wearer’s high-class taste and love for things of beauty. The more is the reflection of light from the surface of the diamond the more it sparkles which provides additional beauty to your whole get up. Even your ear will feel proud to possess such a beautiful diamond piece catching the attention of the onlookers otherwise who cares to look at your ears.

Nowadays, diamond earrings have been a symbol of classic taste and style and are the most desired jewels in the world, and are renowned for their dazzling light and luster and have proven itself to make the perfect stone to beautify the lobes of women all over the world.

For centuries the pearl for its changeable beauty and inner glow has been one of the most desired and assayed after gems for the jewelry lover. Dating back in the ancient time, pearl has been thought to have possessed some magical power, symbol of wealth and also marked the social standard. Until the 1900s natural pearls were only accessible to the rich and famous but with the advent of cultured pearls that shares the same characteristics as natural pearls and are grown by oysters, pearls became available to all within an affordable price. The value of pearls are classified by origin and then graded by size, shape, thickness, color, luster, clarity and matching. Pearls are expensive when the pearl possess its natural glow and radiance, free from any physical blemishes or flaws, larger in size and the shape must be symmetrical.

Luster is the glow of the pearl and its radiance as perceived by the human eye it is remains an important indicator in evaluating cultured pearl quality, separating the inferior pearl from the superior and the ordinary from the extraordinary. Surface quality signifies the presence or absence of physical blemishes or flaws. The cost of the pearl will depend on the surface quality, the fewer the blemishes, the more expensive the pearl the more rounder and symmetrical the pearl, the more valuable it will be. The larger the pearl, the more valuable it will be. Therefore buying pearls is like an important investment because pearl lovers make no compromise with the quality of pearls. Therefore it is important to take proper care to protect the luster and beauty of your pearls, while providing many years of enjoyment.

Always remember to store pearls separately in a soft cloth pouch, linen cloth, or soft lined jewelry box from the other jewelries to prevent it from being easily scratched or damaged. Chemicals present in the personal care products, such as hairspray, makeup, and perfume, can harm the pearl’s surface and reduce its luster. Therefore it is advisable to apply personal care products first before putting on pearls to keep its luster for long time. Always remember to remove pearls before exercising or doing strenuous activity because sweat contains natural acids that can harm the pearl’s surface and dull the pearl’s luster. Take care to wipe your pearls gently with a soft damp cloth after wear, which will help you keep the luster intact for long time. You can also wash your pearls using a mild liquid soap to help remove harmful build-ups.

Do not hang pearls to dry as this may stretch the silk thread and to prevent breakage you should have your pearls restrung periodically with silk thread and knotted between each pearl.