Like all jewelry, your wire wrapped jewelry needs to be properly cared for and cleaned. Properly cleaning & caring for your jewelry can make a world of difference in maintaining its beauty and keeping it sparkling for generations. If you are not sure about cleaning your particular piece of jewelry try a polishing cloth on [...]
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•Avoid scenarios that can crush or catch delicate or filigreed wire wrapped jewelry (beware of open weave sweaters and reaching into the washing machine with certain filigree designs). •Do not throw jewelry into a drawer or pile with other jewelry or things that can damage it. •Avoid storing in direct sunlight, excessive heat, cold, or [...]
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Obsidian is a glass-like mineral produced by volcanic flows. Many types of Obsidian are used as gemstones in jewelry, and some are quite rare and valuable. A fantastic variety of colors and patterns are available. Technical… Obsidian is chiefly composed of silica (65 – 70 percent), together with a significant amount of various impurities. It [...]
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Gemstone Rings DiscountView All Rings LOur philosophy is reflected in our gemstone rings, like all designs found at Hand Trades, where items need to be unique, original, and hard to find. From the craftsmen that make the items, from the materials, to the design. We believe you’ll be pleased with your latest selection in this [...]
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There are several factors typically used to grade the stone, with color and patterning being the primary ones: 1.Color – the deeper, “volcanic” blues are considered to be “best”. 2.Patterning – the richer, more interesting, the better. 3.Luster – is it glossy? 4.Luminosity – does it seem to “glow” or have an inner light? 5.Clarity [...]
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Amber is a fossilized resin that has gone through a number of changes over many years. It can take years to learn from such a folkloric gem stone, but before you begin searching for that special Amber Inclusion or Amber Jewelry, you should keep in mind that Amber has been commercialized for thousands of years. [...]
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This guide is meant for those that are somewhat educated on the subject of Alexandrite, and for those that have never bought nor have seen an Alexandrite. It is one of the rarest gemstones on Earth. First of all, it would be good to know where and how Alexandrite was discovered. It was discovered in [...]
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I decided to take the time to write a short guide on how to use the Polymer Clay molds. This will help New users learn how to use the Clay Push molds and hopefully some tips for the experianced users. 1.What are Push Molds? Castings made with Polymer clay of many diffrent detailed impressions,that can [...]
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