These are mineral substances that, once carved, cut and faceted, are used in the world of jewelry making. They have always been highly valued for their unique appearance, shine and striking colors. You are most likely to have heard of diamond, emerald sapphire. But we are going to look at what a gemstone really is.…

 The cool weather and beautiful tones of nature create a magical atmosphere. What might complicate the situation a little is finding the perfect outfit for an autumn wedding, since most dresses and suits of this type are designed for summer. Moreover, the weather is more unstable at this time of year, so you will need…

Amidst the hustle and bustle of travel, coupled with being in an unfamiliar environment, the risk of damage occurring to your cherished jewelry items becomes higher. Fortunately, there are some easy steps you can take to keep your precious heirlooms or beloved necklace safe while on the move. After all, you’ll want to look your…

We are most drawn by its shine, which intensifies with the polished finish. It is so versatile that it can complement any look. In addition, silver combines easily with other precious stones and materials, enabling unique and personalized jewelry to be created. If we compare silver to other precious materials like gold, it is usually…

Summer in particular is when jewelry suffers the most wear and tear. We wear it to the beach, we swim while wearing it and sometimes we even shower with our jewelry on. For that reason, it is vital to have accessories that meet our needs and that we can wear all the time, without worrying…

At first glance, it can be difficult to differentiate between white gold and silver, since they share very similar characteristics. However, there are tricks and techniques that will help you identify whether what you hold in your hands is one precious metal or another. With our useful tips, you will see how easily you can…

Yes, even if its 18 ct gold, or fine quality gold, it requires some basic care. Not sure how to clean gold so it shines? Don’t worry because it isn’t a complicated task and you can do it easily at home. But, before getting to work, you should know that there are different types of…

In general, saying that a piece of jewelry is flash plated means it is covered in a fine layer of gold of between 0.1 and 0.3 microns. However, a piece of gold plated jewelry adds a layer of gold that is normally between 3 and 5 microns but can be more than 10 microns. But…

The word carat as a unit of weight for precious stones comes from the Greek word keration which means carob seed in English. In Ancient Greece, they used carob seeds to weigh precious stones. Subsequently, the Arabs copied this unit of measurement but called it quirat. Since then, in Spain, it started to be called…