tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71697266392298274262024-03-08T03:27:26.641-08:00Jewelry Buyers GuideUseful Information For Jewelry BuyersUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7169726639229827426.post-309973784905716912008-01-20T23:52:00.000-08:002008-01-21T00:04:24.383-08:00Pearls Jewelry<strong><span style="font-size:130%;color:#ff99ff;">Pearls Jewelry by Puripong Koomsin</span></strong><br /><object id="Player_8e9baa7b-eeb8-4dfc-8a11-f6910014c8d0" codebase="http://fpdownload.macromedia.com/get/flashplayer/current/swflash.cab" height="280" width="336" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000"><param name="_cx" value="8890"><param name="_cy" value="7408"><param name="FlashVars" value=""><param name="Movie" value="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2F8e9baa7b-eeb8-4dfc-8a11-f6910014c8d0&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate"><param name="Src" value="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2F8e9baa7b-eeb8-4dfc-8a11-f6910014c8d0&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate"><param name="WMode" value="Window"><param name="Play" value="-1"><param name="Loop" value="-1"><param name="Quality" value="High"><param name="SAlign" value=""><param name="Menu" value="-1"><param name="Base" value=""><param name="AllowScriptAccess" value="always"><param name="Scale" value="ShowAll"><param name="DeviceFont" value="0"><param name="EmbedMovie" value="0"><param name="BGColor" value="FFFFFF"><param name="SWRemote" value=""><param name="MovieData" value=""><param name="SeamlessTabbing" value="1"><param name="Profile" value="0"><param name="ProfileAddress" value=""><param name="ProfilePort" value="0"><param name="AllowNetworking" value="all"><param name="AllowFullScreen" value="false"><br /> <embed src="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2F8e9baa7b-eeb8-4dfc-8a11-f6910014c8d0&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate" id="Player_8e9baa7b-eeb8-4dfc-8a11-f6910014c8d0" quality="high" bgcolor="#ffffff" name="Player_8e9baa7b-eeb8-4dfc-8a11-f6910014c8d0" allowscriptaccess="always" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" align="middle" height="280px" width="336px"></embed> </object><noscript></noscript><br /><br />From Audrey Hepburn and the English Crown Jewels to long necklaces done by fashion giant Chanel, there is absolutely no doubt to the timelessness of a great pearl jewelry. Pearls are a wonder of nature, like most jewels are. Born from an irritation in the inner lining of mollusks (oysters and pearl mussels create pearls that are considered valuable); it becomes something beautiful and spectacular. There are different kinds of pearls, they come in different shapes, sizes and colors. The rounder the pearl is the rarer and much more expensive it tends to be. Pearls are either salt water or fresh water pearls, cultured or natural. The environment of which the pearl is created greatly contributes to how a pearl will turn out.<br /><br />STORAGE - Pearl jewelry cannot be haphazardly thrown in with the other jewelry in your armoire. Pearls have a softer surface compared to other jewelry. In fact, pearls are located in the lowest rung when it comes to hardness with diamonds being at the top. So, if you throw your pearls with other jewelry that contains sapphires, rubies, emeralds, etc. or even gold links that have sharp edges on them, you are endangering your pearls from getting scratched or damaged. The best thing to do is to put the pearls in a separate container. If you do not have the luxury, the time or the space to store your jewels separately, then you could get inexpensive felt or velvet pouches that you can buy in craft and fabric stores. Keep your pearls in these pouches so that they do not get scratched by harder gemstones.<br /><br />CLEANING - There are a lot of jewelry cleaners that are available in the market. DON'T use them with your pearls. Again, as said, pearls have a softer cover in comparison to other gems. Commercial jewelry cleaners can damage the surface of your pearls and cause them to loose their luster. When you need to clean your pearls, the best thing to do is to clean them with a dilute solution of soap and water. This will help remove the dirt and still keep your pearls intact. For better results, use warm water when cleaning them and soak them for at least 10 minutes. Don't leave them on too long because it can also damage the pearl and make it loose its luster. Another tip that will keep the pearl clean and help it keep its shine longer is to put on your perfume first before putting on the pearl. This way, you do not get any of the oil and the alcohol from the perfume directly on the pearls.<br /><br />MAKING THEM LAST - Pearls need to be restrung at least every year or when the string they are attached to becomes frayed. Re-stringing pearls help avoid a fiasco of having your pearls rain down all over your floor with you getting on your knees looking for each individual piece. Restringing can be done by a professional; your local jeweler can probably do the job for you.<br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#ff99ff;">About the Author</span></strong><br />If you enjoy reading this, you may enjoy to read more about <a href="http://www.brightonjewelry.net/">Brighton Jewelry</a> and <a href="http://www.jaredjewelers.net/">Jared Jewelers</a> or <a href="http://www.mykayjewelers.com/">Kay Jewelers</a><br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:130%;color:#cc66cc;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/search?ie=UTF8&keywords=Pearls&tag=diamondstudearrings-20&index=jewelry-index&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325">See More Pearl Jewelry>>></a></span></strong>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7169726639229827426.post-57104449921590583792008-01-07T02:25:00.000-08:002008-01-07T02:32:28.318-08:00Wedding Ring Selection Tips<p><object id="Player_4afbf4bc-cd3d-4fb1-9d63-de2386343883" codebase="http://fpdownload.macromedia.com/get/flashplayer/current/swflash.cab" height="280" width="336" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000"><param name="_cx" value="8890"><param name="_cy" value="7408"><param name="FlashVars" value=""><param name="Movie" value="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2F4afbf4bc-cd3d-4fb1-9d63-de2386343883&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate"><param name="Src" value="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2F4afbf4bc-cd3d-4fb1-9d63-de2386343883&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate"><param name="WMode" value="Window"><param name="Play" value="-1"><param name="Loop" value="-1"><param name="Quality" value="High"><param name="SAlign" value=""><param name="Menu" value="-1"><param name="Base" value=""><param name="AllowScriptAccess" value="always"><param name="Scale" value="ShowAll"><param name="DeviceFont" value="0"><param name="EmbedMovie" value="0"><param name="BGColor" value="FFFFFF"><param name="SWRemote" value=""><param name="MovieData" value=""><param name="SeamlessTabbing" value="1"><param name="Profile" value="0"><param name="ProfileAddress" value=""><param name="ProfilePort" value="0"><param name="AllowNetworking" value="all"><param name="AllowFullScreen" value="false"><br /> <embed src="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2F4afbf4bc-cd3d-4fb1-9d63-de2386343883&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate" id="Player_4afbf4bc-cd3d-4fb1-9d63-de2386343883" quality="high" bgcolor="#ffffff" name="Player_4afbf4bc-cd3d-4fb1-9d63-de2386343883" allowscriptaccess="always" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" align="middle" height="280px" width="336px"></embed> </object></p><p><strong><span style="font-size:130%;color:#ff99ff;">Wedding Ring Selection Tips by Anna Bloggy</span></strong></p><p>One of the most important parts of the wedding ceremony is the exchanging of wedding rings. It is emblematic of the magnificence of your love for each other. The rings symbolize the true and unending love the couple is vowing to each other. Moreover, the wedding rings are the one very special token from your wedding that you will preserve for a long period; even longer than the gifts you receive during your wedding, which will be there for several years! </p><p><br />The initial step for getting a perfect fit is to decide wearer's ring size. The best thing is to take along with your to the shop, the person for who will wear the ring, and select from the available collection of rings. Though in many such cases, the surprise factor of giving the gift will be absent, it will help you see that the ring fits well on the finger of the wearer. Wedding rings come in silver, platinum, white gold and yellow gold. These types differ in their costs. First determine the type of metal you prefer in accordance with your budget and naturally, as per your sweetheart's choice. When the metal is chosen, you need to decide the stone to be engrafted in the ring. Decide the size, shape, color and type of the stone that befits your budget. Diamonds are the best choice but you can also prefer colored stones like rubies, emeralds and sapphires, which are having some astrological grandeur. </p><p><br />Silver wedding engagement rings are very in many parts of the world. Very much like gold and white gold, silver is a very popular precious metal used to make wedding rings of different shapes and styles. Where did the wedding ring come from? And why this treasured metal holds the key to so many souls? By custom, the bride's ring used to be silver while, whereas the bridegroom's would be gold. Today nearly any kind of metal can be used for making the wedding ring of both the bride and the groom. Silver wedding rings are usually worn on the ring finger of the left hand. This tradition goes back many years as far as medieval era. </p><p><br />For matching the wedding and engagement rings, it is essential to use the same cherished metals. For instance, you may not want one ring to be silver and the other one gold, as they would appear really odd jointly. Another important thing to note is that the gems on both rings require to be the same. Many people like to have diamonds on the engagement ring and birthstones on the wedding ring. But when placed together the wedding and engagement ring set looks tacky, so only select one gemstone for both. </p><p><br />In case you or your sweetie engage in some physical labor, it is advisable to look for a heavier, broader ring. This can minimize damage to the wedding ring and it will be able to last long. It is also better in this case to have a smooth stone that fits well in to the ring. In case there is some risk of the stone getting caught somewhere, there is a possibility of losing the ring and so a smooth surface is always better here. Many of us love an etched wedding ring. If you and your partner were among such people, a more classic type ring would be desirable. This gives much room for inscribing. </p><p><br />Seeking other alternatives in place of wedding rings is not at all a way of discouraging wedding jewelry completely. Actually, there are some people who disapprove wedding rings owing to their religious, cultural or financial conditions. Wedding jewelry is meant for those who like to wear them and find solemn symbolization behind the custom. Purchasing wedding rings need not have to be a forced custom. Rather, you should take decisions in accordance with what works best for you.</p><p><br /><strong><span style="color:#ff99ff;">About the Author</span></strong><br /><a href="http://weddingengagementring.blogspot.com/">Wedding Engagement Ring</a> website provides more information and tips. Be sure to visit Author's Website at <a href="http://weddingengagementring.blogspot.com/">http://weddingengagementring.blogspot.com/</a></p><p> </p><noscript></noscript>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7169726639229827426.post-17032318407343098382008-01-02T06:42:00.000-08:002008-01-02T06:55:44.012-08:00Gemstones 101 - The Ruby<p><object id="Player_90f1df04-4d01-4f56-ba16-412125d48116" codebase="http://fpdownload.macromedia.com/get/flashplayer/current/swflash.cab" height="280" width="336" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000"><param name="_cx" value="8890"><param name="_cy" value="7408"><param name="FlashVars" value=""><param name="Movie" value="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2F90f1df04-4d01-4f56-ba16-412125d48116&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate"><param name="Src" value="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2F90f1df04-4d01-4f56-ba16-412125d48116&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate"><param name="WMode" value="Window"><param name="Play" value="-1"><param name="Loop" value="-1"><param name="Quality" value="High"><param name="SAlign" value=""><param name="Menu" value="-1"><param name="Base" value=""><param name="AllowScriptAccess" value="always"><param name="Scale" value="ShowAll"><param name="DeviceFont" value="0"><param name="EmbedMovie" value="0"><param name="BGColor" value="FFFFFF"><param name="SWRemote" value=""><param name="MovieData" value=""><param name="SeamlessTabbing" value="1"><param name="Profile" value="0"><param name="ProfileAddress" value=""><param name="ProfilePort" value="0"><param name="AllowNetworking" value="all"><param name="AllowFullScreen" value="false"><br /> <embed src="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2F90f1df04-4d01-4f56-ba16-412125d48116&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate" id="Player_90f1df04-4d01-4f56-ba16-412125d48116" quality="high" bgcolor="#ffffff" name="Player_90f1df04-4d01-4f56-ba16-412125d48116" allowscriptaccess="always" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" align="middle" height="280px" width="336px"></embed> </object><noscript><a href="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2F90f1df04-4d01-4f56-ba16-412125d48116&Operation=NoScript">Amazon.com Widgets</a></noscript><br /><strong><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="color:#ff99ff;">Gemstones 101 - The Ruby by Kevin chang</span></span></strong><br /><br />Ruby is one of the four precious gemstones along with Sapphire, Emerald and the Diamond। Ruby as a mineral is hard; it only comes second to the diamond when it comes to hardness.<br /><br />The color of the Ruby comes in different shades of red - from light pink to blood red। This color is due to chromium. The word "Ruby" come from "rubber", the Latin word for red.<br /><br />Although Ruby is the birthstone for the month of July, it is a common gift for lovers in February in time for the Valentines। Its deep red color shows passion and power. In the past, royalties wear a Ruby to make use of its believed to be magical powers to fight against evil. According to myths and legends, the stone grows darker to warn the wearer of imminent perils. Even today's modern royalties still use Rubies to adorn the insignia of their households.<br /><br />Ruby is faceted into different styles of cuts and marketed as high class jewelries। The most preferred cuts are the brilliant and step cuts. Some rubies that have asterism are polished and shaped (the result is called cabochon) instead of faceted to display the best effect of the stone. Asterism is an inclusion that can greatly increase the value of the Ruby. Rubies with transparent asterism are highly prized. Some rubies, although extremely rarely, can show color changes, an effect called chatoyancy.<br /><br />The prices of Rubies are highly depended on the color। The Pigeon Blood Red, which is the brightest red Ruby, is exceedingly expensive. Clarity follows color in determining the Ruby's price. Clear Rubies have higher prices. It is easy to spot any clear Ruby that has been treated to fool buyers. This can be noted with the absence of needle like rutile inclusion.<br /><br />There are many acceptable practices to treat Rubies to enhance the quality। The most common accepted treatment practice is using heat. Heat treatment can improve color, and remove blemishes on the stone. Most lower cost rubies are heat treated.<br /><br />A notorious way of treating Rubies to enhance them is the Lead Glass Filling method। This is done by filling the fractures inside the ruby with lead glass to greatly improve the look and shine.<br /><br />There are also synthetic Rubies that have been in the market since the 19th century। The introduction of the flame fusion process has made synthetic Ruby production possible. To the unaided eye, synthetic rubies may have no apparent imperfections. These imperfections can only be noticed hen magnified. Synthetic rubies are the answer to the people who want to avail of the stone's elegance without spending huge amount of money. But synthetic rubies cannot be considered an investment compared to the natural ones.<br /><br />Some Ruby varieties include Burmese Ruby, Star Ruby, Cat's Eye Ruby, Stynthetic Verneuil Ruby. An unnamed 38.12 carat ruby holds the record for having been sold for $5,860,000 at an auction in 2006.<br />Science laboratories have used rubies for the first laser which used artificial ruby crystals। The phosphorescence property of ruby makes it perfect for lasers.<br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#ff99ff;">About the Author</span></strong><br />To learn more about <a href="http://www.gemstoneeducation.com/Rubies.htm" target="_new">ruby gemstones</a> and other <a href="http://www.gemstoneeducation.com/" target="_new">loose gemstones</a>, please visit www।gemstoneeducation.com </p><p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/search?ie=UTF8&keywords=Ruby&tag=jewelrybuyerguide-20&index=jewelry-index&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325"><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">See more ruby jewelry >>></span></strong></a></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7169726639229827426.post-91271627588626179532007-12-24T18:46:00.000-08:002007-12-24T19:09:35.028-08:00Selecting Jewelry For Men<p><object id="Player_64559119-8762-497d-9fac-e9b4b314660e" codebase="http://fpdownload.macromedia.com/get/flashplayer/current/swflash.cab" height="280" width="336" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000"><param name="_cx" value="8890"><param name="_cy" value="7408"><param name="FlashVars" value=""><param name="Movie" value="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2F64559119-8762-497d-9fac-e9b4b314660e&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate"><param name="Src" value="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2F64559119-8762-497d-9fac-e9b4b314660e&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate"><param name="WMode" value="Window"><param name="Play" value="0"><param name="Loop" value="-1"><param name="Quality" value="High"><param name="SAlign" value="LT"><param name="Menu" value="-1"><param name="Base" value=""><param name="AllowScriptAccess" value="always"><param name="Scale" value="NoScale"><param name="DeviceFont" value="0"><param name="EmbedMovie" value="0"><param name="BGColor" value="FFFFFF"><param name="SWRemote" value=""><param name="MovieData" value=""><param name="SeamlessTabbing" value="1"><param name="Profile" value="0"><param name="ProfileAddress" value=""><param name="ProfilePort" value="0"><param name="AllowNetworking" value="all"><param name="AllowFullScreen" value="false"><br /> <embed src="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2F64559119-8762-497d-9fac-e9b4b314660e&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate" id="Player_64559119-8762-497d-9fac-e9b4b314660e" quality="high" bgcolor="#ffffff" name="Player_64559119-8762-497d-9fac-e9b4b314660e" allowscriptaccess="always" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" align="middle" height="280px" width="336px"></embed> </object></p><p></p><p><strong><span style="font-size:130%;color:#cc33cc;">Selecting Jewelry For Men by James Brown</span></strong></p><p>Many women will have a hard time selecting jewelry for the men in their life to give at Christmas. It seems that there are so many occasions to give gifts throughout the year, that some women run out of speed on coming up with gift ideas by the time Christmas arrives. Jewelry is always a good choice for Christmas gift giving and men especially love to receive gold jewelry at any time of the year. </p><p><br />Gold jewelry is very warm and friendly and a neutral gift choice for men who are only friends. A co-worker would certainly appreciate a piece of jewelry that can be worn around the wrist and the links in the bracelet could be large enough to ensure that all observers understand that it was clearly designed for a man. A woman must still be on her toes when selecting jewelry for men because if it looks feminine in any way, the man is likely to refrain from wearing it.<br />A woman will feel closer to the man she grew up with if she presents him with a piece of jewelry that he is certain to wear everyday. Dad would be sure to enjoy any jewelry that comes from their little girl or boy. A parent will always cherish jewelry that is handmade by little hands during a weekend, and will be quite thrilled to get a money clip with the same little unique designs on them that were the trademark of all crafts made when the child was young. </p><p><br />Jewelry selections that have more meaning are the ones that can be personalized with initials or names. There are many unique shapes that can be engraved on a piece of jewelry and the person who receives this type of jewelry will always feel very special while wearing it. Some families will customize their jewelry needs so that every member of the family owns necklaces that match. The styling for the letters will be the same on each one but the personalization chosen could be very different. </p><p><br />Men might prefer wearing signet rings that bear one initials and this style of jewelry has been very popular in the past and will probably continue being a favorite for holiday gifts for many years to come. The styling for jewelry might change through the years, and men rely on old favorites to meet their jewelry needs. Most men will wear a low number of rings at one time, but have a choice of rings to pick from are one of the joys that men have when buying jewelry.<br />Selecting jewelry for men can be relatively painless if a person has a gift list in hand. Some men have a passion for natural stones and the natural choice for these people is to buy jewelry that features turquoise or onyx stones in them. The precious metals used in jewelry for men can be smooth as silk, or fashioned in a setting that turns gold into molten rock shapes. The rugged features of a man that have a passion for the outdoors might prefer gold jewelry items that are fashioned from raw gold nuggets. Getting to know the type of man that you are shopping for will help when the Christmas holiday shopping season begins.</p><p><br /><span style="color:#cc33cc;">About the Author</span><br />James Brown writes about <a href="http://www.jewelryanddiamondguide.com/Coupons/MontRED.html">MontRED coupon</a>, <a href="http://www.jewelryanddiamondguide.com/Coupons/Diamonds%20International.html">shopdi.com coupon code</a> and <a href="http://www.jewelryanddiamondguide.com/Coupons/Netaya.com.html">Netaya.com coupon code</a></p><p><strong><span style="font-size:130%;color:#3333ff;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/search?ie=UTF8&keywords=Men%27s%20Jewelry&tag=jewelryformen-20&index=jewelry-index&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325">See More Men's Jewelry</a></span></strong></p><p></p><noscript></noscript>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7169726639229827426.post-35976329062395498212007-12-21T07:37:00.000-08:002007-12-21T07:50:04.533-08:00Tips On Finding Vintage Jewelryvintage<br /><br /><object classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://fpdownload.macromedia.com/get/flashplayer/current/swflash.cab" id="Player_f92f94d8-f4f2-4ec8-aa5f-aaa8577e8ae1" height="280" width="336"> <param name="movie" value="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2Ff92f94d8-f4f2-4ec8-aa5f-aaa8577e8ae1&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate"><param name="quality" value="high"><param name="bgcolor" value="#FFFFFF"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2Ff92f94d8-f4f2-4ec8-aa5f-aaa8577e8ae1&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate" id="Player_f92f94d8-f4f2-4ec8-aa5f-aaa8577e8ae1" quality="high" bgcolor="#ffffff" name="Player_f92f94d8-f4f2-4ec8-aa5f-aaa8577e8ae1" allowscriptaccess="always" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" align="middle" height="280" width="336"></embed> </object> <noscript><a href="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2Ff92f94d8-f4f2-4ec8-aa5f-aaa8577e8ae1&Operation=NoScript">Amazon.com Widgets</a></noscript><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 255);font-size:130%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tips On Finding Vintage Jewelry by Puripong Koomsin</span></span><br /><br />Genuine vintage jewelry and new jewelry that is made to look Vintage is always in fashion. We have seen the big names in Jewelry design like Cartier who fortifies the trend with the release of their orchid line. The Orchid line from Cartier reminds us of those necklaces that we used to rummage through in our grandmother's jewelry boxes. Vintage jewelry is characterized by different styles that have inspired the era that they were in. For example, in the 1920s and 1930s when the flapper girl movement was taking hold of the social scene, we see jewelry styles like long pearl necklaces and heavily studded pendants, brooches and rings. Cocktail rings with huge stones (which have been very famous lately) are seen worn on dainty fingers to signify style and in a way financial standing.<br />None the less, vintage jewelry has indeed increased in popularity even though they have always been a staple in the market. Long before they got back into 'fashion's' good graces, tons of beautiful and valuable vintage jewelry have been found on sale in flee markets and street fares. The trick is to get your hands on the best ones for the lowest price possible. Below are a few tips that will help you land the best price for vintage jewelry.<br /><br />TAKE THE DAY OFF - Be the whole of Sunday or the entire weekend itself, vintage jewelry shopping will definitely take up your whole day, if not more. If you are serious about having the best finds, you need to be ready in spending time looking around. Most flee markets are huge, they can cover up entire parking lots and maybe even bigger spaces, in short, when shopping for a thing in a flee market, you need to look around before you can find anything you really want - and the looking around part can take a long time. Flea markets are one good source of Vintage jewelry; another is Vintage shops located all over the country. They are most often tucked away in side streets and secluded area. If you do not know any vintage stores in your locality, then you better start looking.<br /><br />CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM - Well, at least attempt to bluff. Don't show too much interest. If you do find something you like, act nonchalant about it - as if it's the 100th similar piece you have seen that day. Ask casually and throw a few negative comments on the jewelry's way. Why do this? Vendors pick up on interested customers and in a place like a flea market or a vintage store where there is no fixed price; haggling is as natural as breathing. Another important thing is to haggle; these vendors sell their products for the highest possible price which means that they can still significantly lower the asking price.<br /><br />KEEN EYE - Make sure that you are getting a piece that doesn't have a lot of damage. If it does, call the damage to the attention of the seller, this way he or she can give you further discount. Do not at any point purchase something that is clearly damaged and irreparable. If you do so, you are only loosing money instead of gaining something by making an investment in broken jewelry.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(255, 153, 255);">About the Author</span><br />If you enjoy reading this, you may enjoy to read more about Brighton Jewelry and Jared Jewelers or Kay Jewelers<br /><br /><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/search?ie=UTF8&keywords=Vintage%20&tag=jewelrybuyerguide-20&index=jewelry-index&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325"><span style="color: rgb(204, 51, 204);font-size:130%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">See More Vintage Style Jewelry>>></span></span></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7169726639229827426.post-90355917343919167212007-12-20T03:31:00.000-08:002007-12-20T05:57:02.858-08:00How to shop for jewelry and watches online<OBJECT classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://fpdownload.macromedia.com/get/flashplayer/current/swflash.cab" id="Player_8bc8daa7-e55b-40ff-9e93-a8d519f72433" WIDTH="336px" HEIGHT="280px"> <PARAM NAME="movie" VALUE="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2F8bc8daa7-e55b-40ff-9e93-a8d519f72433&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate"><PARAM NAME="quality" VALUE="high"><PARAM NAME="bgcolor" VALUE="#FFFFFF"><PARAM NAME="allowscriptaccess" VALUE="always"><embed src="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2F8bc8daa7-e55b-40ff-9e93-a8d519f72433&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate" id="Player_8bc8daa7-e55b-40ff-9e93-a8d519f72433" quality="high" bgcolor="#ffffff" name="Player_8bc8daa7-e55b-40ff-9e93-a8d519f72433" allowscriptaccess="always" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" align="middle" height="280px" width="336px"/></embed> </OBJECT> <NOSCRIPT><A HREF="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2F8bc8daa7-e55b-40ff-9e93-a8d519f72433&Operation=NoScript">Amazon.com Widgets</A></NOSCRIPT><br /><OBJECT classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://fpdownload.macromedia.com/get/flashplayer/current/swflash.cab" id="Player_b246f4fe-2e11-4f36-ba30-019a6bcc3f74" WIDTH="336px" HEIGHT="280px"> <PARAM NAME="movie" VALUE="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2Fb246f4fe-2e11-4f36-ba30-019a6bcc3f74&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate"><PARAM NAME="quality" VALUE="high"><PARAM NAME="bgcolor" VALUE="#FFFFFF"><PARAM NAME="allowscriptaccess" VALUE="always"><embed src="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2Fb246f4fe-2e11-4f36-ba30-019a6bcc3f74&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate" id="Player_b246f4fe-2e11-4f36-ba30-019a6bcc3f74" quality="high" bgcolor="#ffffff" name="Player_b246f4fe-2e11-4f36-ba30-019a6bcc3f74" allowscriptaccess="always" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" align="middle" height="280px" width="336px"/></embed> </OBJECT> <NOSCRIPT><A HREF="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2Fb246f4fe-2e11-4f36-ba30-019a6bcc3f74&Operation=NoScript">Amazon.com Widgets</A></NOSCRIPT><br /><strong><span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 255);">How to shop for jewelry and watches online by David Done</span></strong><br /><br />These days it seems as if everyone is in search of the same thing - convenience. We do not want to get on the internet and search ten million different web sites for one simple item like the best Mikimoto pearl online. Luckily, the world of online jewelry shopping is rapidly changing. With so many new players entering the market on a regular basis, it can be hard to tell which site will offer you the selection, information, and features that you're searching for.<br /><br />What to look for:<br /><br />Find a site that has the convenience of every name brand jeweler and timepiece maker at your very fingertips. Some sites provides all the information that you need to search, learn, and answer any question you may have about luxury jewelry and timepieces.<br /><br /><br />Find site that offer an online search function. Maybe you are searching for a specific brand name, and you want to find a dealer near you. Some web site like ViaLuxe.com even provides a dealer locator on site. With just a few clicks you are able to choose the brand you are searching for, type in your zip code, and viola! The next page suggests every dealer in your chosen mile range from your chosen zip code.<br /><br /><br />Some site provide all the information about the specific dealer to help you contact and find everything you are looking for. Information like the dealers address, phone number, web site, email, schedule so you know when they are open, and directions.<br /><br /><br />Some sites also provides a place for you, the consumer, to write your own review of that dealer. You are able to write your own experiences with that specific dealer in the review. Let others know what you though of that dealer, and read what others just like you had to say about their experience with dealers.<br /><br /><br />Vialuxe is dedicated to helping consumers research, find and buy fine watches and jewelry products. Offer consumers a safe and elegant place for luxury goods. The process of searching for luxury watches and jewelry is safer and easier with Vialuxe. All of the retailers on the website are authorized dealers for the brands they carry. Unlike Google or eBay, Vialuxe only display products from authorized dealers which saves you, the customer, the time and risk associated with using the internet to purchase luxury goods.<br /><br />Learn More:<br /><br /><br />Luxury Jewelry and Watches - Largest Collection of the world's most recognized Luxury Watch and Fine Jewelry brands from Authorised Jewelers.<br /><br /><br />Article source: Shopping Jewelry and Watches Online<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 255);">About the Author</span><br /><br />About the author: David Done works with DONE! SEO as a copy writer. You can reach him at DONE! SEO Services.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7169726639229827426.post-43456345647236058552007-12-19T20:30:00.000-08:002007-12-21T07:56:41.066-08:00Diamond Ring Buying Guide<object classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://fpdownload.macromedia.com/get/flashplayer/current/swflash.cab" id="Player_b6da5f98-ef12-40e4-8a82-d9a2560bbbea" height="175" width="500"> <param name="movie" value="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2Fb6da5f98-ef12-40e4-8a82-d9a2560bbbea&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate"><param name="quality" value="high"><param name="bgcolor" value="#FFFFFF"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2Fb6da5f98-ef12-40e4-8a82-d9a2560bbbea&Operation=GetDisplayTemplate" id="Player_b6da5f98-ef12-40e4-8a82-d9a2560bbbea" quality="high" bgcolor="#ffffff" name="Player_b6da5f98-ef12-40e4-8a82-d9a2560bbbea" allowscriptaccess="always" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" align="middle" height="175" width="500"></embed> </object> <noscript><a href="http://ws.amazon.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&MarketPlace=US&ID=V20070822%2FUS%2Fheaandlif-20%2F8003%2Fb6da5f98-ef12-40e4-8a82-d9a2560bbbea&Operation=NoScript">Amazon.com Widgets</a></noscript><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 255);font-size:130%;" ><strong>Diamond Ring Buying Guide by Shankar Kumar</strong></span><br /><br /><strong>Diamond Ring</strong><br />Diamond Rings are one of the most important jewelry items, because of its cost, beauty, purity, and rare availability. Some well known sayings like “Diamond is a girl’s best friend†and “A diamond is forever†explain its significance.<br />Diamond Rings are most popular among all type of rings. People prefer to buy them for engagement or wedding purposes, although these days’ diamonds are popular for gifting too. Usually a ring is made of Gold, Sliver, or Titanium mounted by diamonds or other precious gems like sapphires, star sapphires, emeralds, and rubies, but nothing can beat diamonds in popularity.<br /><br /><strong>Significance of Diamond Ring</strong><br />Diamonds symbolize love. The rare beautiful stone represents treasured and forever love, as strong as itself, as pure as its own clarity. A diamond ring is not only important for brides and grooms, or couples planning to marry, this has to be handed down from generation to generation as blessing of elders.<br /><br /><strong>Buying Diamond Ring</strong><br />Diamonds and diamond jewelry are very costly. People buy them occasionally, so one should plan properly before purchasing a diamond rings according to individual’s choice, need, and budget.<br /><br />There is a very old tested and proved theory for buying diamonds. We call it, 4C theory (Carat, Cut, Color, and Clarity).<br /><br />Carat �" Carat is a unit of weight for precious stones (1 Carat = 200 mg). Carat only deals with the weight of a diamond and has nothing to do with the size. The heavier (in mass) the diamond, the more carat it's got.<br /><br />Cut - Cut refers to the proportions, symmetry, and finish or make of the diamond. This can affect the price of a diamond by major amounts. Two diamonds with the same carat, color, clarity can have different cost based solely on how its cut. Depending on how a diamond is cut, the eye can perceive it as being larger.<br /><br />The cut of a Diamond is the only property, which is artificial. Proportions and angles influence the internal reflection of light as well as the dispersion of light leaving the diamond. This determines the brilliance and fire (brightness and sparkle) of the diamond, and ultimately its beauty. How well cut a diamond is will reflect in the price.<br /><br />Color: Diamond comes in several colors, such as blue, pink, purple, yellow, and red. But the most popular and rare variety of diamond is natural colorless diamond. Most gem quality diamonds fall within a range of color from colorless to yellow. D or colorless diamonds are rare. The color of a diamond is determined on the basis of a visual assessment by comparing it to a set of master diamonds under laboratory conditions. The differences between colors are very subtle and graded according to the International Color Grading Scale.<br /><br />Clarity: This is the clarity of appearance when you look into a diamond. A flawless diamond will cost more than a similar diamond that is less flawless. Apart from the theory of 4C, there is one more C-Certification which is very much important. A certificate for any diamond is a report prepared after a complete evaluation by an expert professional.<br />Happy Buying!!!<br /><br /><strong style="color: rgb(255, 153, 255);">About the Author</strong><br />http://www.rivazge.com is an online jewelry site.<br /><br /><a href="http://astore.amazon.com/diamondringshop-20"><span style="color: rgb(204, 51, 204);font-size:130%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">See More Diamond Rings>>></span></span></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0