Monthly Archives: July 2011

Important Information about Metals Used in Bridal Jewelry

Gold & Silver

asked me if I would please explain the differences between yellow gold, white gold and platinum re-educate consumers about the characteristic s of various metals used in First of all, all gold jewelry is a combination of gold and metal alloy that determines its durability and color.  Pure gold, or 24K gold, is much too soft and

Save Money with a Palladium Engagement Ring

Palladium

few guys and only some women know what palladium is all about, whereas most Palladium is becoming the metal of choice for bridal jewelry, due to the platinum as well as some advantages. No such difference with palladium

What are the Differences Between Gold Plating, PVD Gold Plating and Gold

Gold Bars

a difference in the price you pay for a watch. Gold Plating Gold plating is a process of depositing a thin layer of gold either chemical or electro-chemical plating Most cheap imported gold plated jewelry is only PVD Plating Gold Filled

Not All Diamond Grading Laboratories are Created Equal

Diamond inspection

If you have been reading any of my other articles, you will recall that I encourage the purchase of certified diamonds by an independent grading laboratory as compared to those that have not been graded and certified.  The certification provides an objective analysis of a diamond’s quality and gives you the comfort of knowing what you are buying If you gave the same diamond to two different laboratories you should get grades that are very close – but, you may not

Man to Man Advice on Diamonds

Diamond Ring

I don’t care how smart you are, you are a sheep to be sheared when buying a diamond At the very least, you are at a significant disadvantage to a good diamond sales person Here are some suggestions for selecting a diamond and a setting that I would give to my son, with the hope he would follow them. Selecting a Diamond