How to appraise antique jewelry

Should You Appraise Your Own Antique Jewelry? Why you can't do it yourself Unless you have undeniable proof that your jewelry is truly an antique (your great-great-great grandfather gave it to your great-great-great grandmother as an engagement present), there is a high likelihood that you'll have difficulty determining the value of an antique jewelry without proper training. Turning to a professional The only person who can give you the proper appraisal of your antique jewelry is a professional appraiser. They have the high level of training, education, product knowledge and experience to qualify as an appraiser of antique jewelry. Beware of names Not everyone who took some courses in gemology is a qualified to be an antique jewelry appraiser. See also: 50th anniversary gift and Party planning

Fall for Home Decorating

Autumn is the time of year in which you can literally smell the changes. Fall contains two primary holidays for many people. Those include Halloween and Thanksgiving. Keep these holidays in mind when planning your primary fall home decorating scheme and make small adjustments in order to accommodate the holidays. For those who lack inspiration when it comes to home decorating for fall, keep the colors mentioned above in mind. One great theme to incorporate into the decorating process would be the theme of leaves. Pumpkins are essentially gourds but they have a special place all their own in the fall home decorating scheme. A great centerpiece idea in general for fall would include a large bowl, in outstanding fall colors such as a burnt orange or a shade of gold. See also: Thanksgiving Party planning Help

Diamond history

Diamond history varies greatly depending on your source of documentation, as diamond history is as rich in myths and folklore as it is in physical facts and records. Around 3,000 years ago, in the country of India, the first ever diamond history was recorded. Dark Ages of Diamond History It is during the dark ages that the diamond history moved into having some sort of medical purpose. Some people in diamond history went as far as swallowing diamonds, hoping it would cure their illnesses magically.



Middle Ages of Diamond History: It was during the middle ages that diamonds began to gain popularity. Also during this period of diamond history, people wanted diamonds more than any other time period previously, mostly because they recognized their power and worth. India's diamond supply was dwindling and was unable to meet demands of diamond buyers. South Africa's find of diamonds near the Orange River began the world's largest diamond rush of diamond history, and helped satisfy the demands of those wanting diamonds for themselves. See also: Choosing a diamond and Diamonds and gold

Color Treated Diamonds

Colored diamonds can be treated by a process called irradiation, which uses a high heat system to alter the color of a diamond. Other diamonds are treated by painting. Read full article at: Color Treated Diamonds - More resources: Diamonds and jewelry

About Diamond Weight

Diamonds weights are measured in Carat Weight. The word "carat" comes from the ancient practice in India (where diamonds were first discovered and traded) of measuring diamond weights by comparing them with a variety of bean: the carob seed. One carat weighs 200 milligrams. Read full article on: Diamond weights - More resources: Famous diamond

Citrine, a yellow or gold alternate birthstone for the month of November

Citrine is any quartz crystal or cluster that is yellow or orange in color. Although, often cut as a gemstone, citrine is actually somewhat rare in nature. Citrine is one of the most affordable gemstones, thanks to the durability and availability of this golden quartz. Read full article at: Citrine - More resources: How are diamonds mined?

Aquamarine: a blue gemstone of the beryl family

Aquamarine is a semiprecious colored stone, member of the beryl family (closely related to the emerald) with a transparent blue or sea-green color, sometimes almost white. The most admired aquamarine colors, sky-blue or dark blue, are obtained by applying a heat treatment to a greenish or yellow-brown beryl. Read full article at: Aquamarine - More resources: Septum ring

Beryl colors

As much as we love diamonds, we're also in love with colored stones and gems like aquamarines and morganite, which can range from peach to lavender in color, are becoming more and more prevalent in gemstone jewelry. Read full article at: Beryl colors - More resources: Diamonds and jewelry

Prasiolite or green amethyst: a stone with healing properties

Our jewelry glossary let you find the terms and definitions that are commonly used in the fields of diamonds, gems and jewelry. Prasiolite is a green-colored form of quartz, usually produced by artificially heat-treating amethyst. It is known with a variety of names: green amethyst, vermarine, Green Quartz, or Lime Citrine. The name Prasiolite is derived from a Greek word, "Prason" that means leek because of its similar color, and “Lithos” meaning stone . Green Amethyst is said to have healing properties and it attracts prosperity through strengthening the mind, emotions and will. Read full article on: Prasiolite - More resources: Pandora bracelets