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		<title>Knowing  What To Look For Buying Diamond Jewelry</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2009 03:51:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Gregg Hall</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In judging diamond jewelry it is a common occurrence to get a diamonds shape and the cut mixed up. The cut of a diamond describes the performance of light, dimensions, and finish. Shape is just the outline of the diamond from a top view. In judging diamond jewelry you must make sure there is a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In judging diamond jewelry it is a common occurrence to get a diamonds shape and the cut mixed up. The cut of a diamond describes the performance of light, dimensions, and finish. Shape is just the outline of the diamond from a top view. In judging diamond jewelry you must make sure there is a good cut. The cut of the diamond has the biggest effect on the sparkle of the diamond. A diamond that has immaculate color and is very clear can look dull with a poor cut on the stone.</p>
<p>In judging the value of a diamond the color of the diamond is a major factor. The diamonds with the least amount of coloring are worth the most. Even a very small amount of color in the gem can make it so the diamond’s brilliance is diminished. The higher grade the diamond is the more expensive it will be.</p>
<p>The weight of the carats in the diamond is important when judging diamond jewelry. The diamond in the jewelry in terms of its weight is measured in carats. Considering diamonds that are larger are also rarer than smaller diamonds the value rises very much when the weight increases. If you are buying a diamond from a wholesaler they must by law tell you the carat weight in the piece of jewelry. </p>
<p>In judging diamond jewelry look to see how many flaws are on the diamond. Flaws, also called inclusions, are rare and are highly valued. How the clarity is graded is based on the number, size, location, and type of the flaws found within the diamond. Make sure the flaws are picked out as if they are not the diamond will be much more expensive.</p>
<p>Make sure to check the cut, carat weight, color, and flaws on the diamond in the jewelry to make sure you are getting the best deal. Considering a diamond can be very expensive it is wise to understand all of these factors or get a professional to judge it for you. Also make sure the diamond is certified as the certification will guarantee its authenticity. </p>
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		<title>Now you can Design Diamond Jewelry specifications Online</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 08:08:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tera Warner</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I tried to chronicle the new kinds of jewelries that have taken the market by storm, but then, I found that to be a daunting task! Just Google for ‘Jewelry’ or ‘Diamonds’, and you will come across literally tens of thousands of search results. One thing that is for sure is that jewelry is under [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I tried to chronicle the new kinds of jewelries that have taken the market by storm, but then, I found that to be a daunting task! Just Google for ‘Jewelry’ or ‘Diamonds’, and you will come across literally tens of thousands of search results. One thing that is for sure is that jewelry is under going lots of change all over the world. Whether you are in Africa or in Australia, in America or in Asia, you will find new kinds and models of jewelries all over.</p>
<p>One more surprising thing is that all kinds of jewelries are changing. Even the age old traditional Gold and Diamond jewelry is under going a serious change, and thanks to the advent of online diamond stores, the change has become more and more prominent. In fact, it is largely due to the online retailers that jewelry has become so different. Like everything else sold online, diamonds and other forms of jewelry also appeals to a different kind of audience. The first people to shift online to buy their jewels (and the bulk of the people who do even today) were those who came for the price. In such online stores, you can also decide about the particular design you need, whether a contemporary design or something that has an antique look. If you take a look at any store, you are bound to be stunned with the variety of beautiful diamond rings for engagement, wedding and anniversary. With the kind of range and designs that are available online today, it makes perfect sense to say that it is the internet that has ushered in the new era of jewelry.</p>
<p>Design your own jewelry – This is probably the biggest factor that has contributed to the change in the diamond industry. When we say diamond industry, we mean jewelry in general, as the diamond retailers online also sell all the other kinds of jewelry ranging from Silver to Platinum. Leading online retailers like DiamondsonWeb have perfected the ‘Make your own jewelry’ section on their website. Many of such online diamond retailers have said that most of the customers who come to their online jewelry stores at least try out this section before going on to buy what they came for.</p>
<p>Designing own jewelry has become so popular with the people looking to buy jewelry and Diamonds Online that giving in to the pressure, lots of usual brick and mortar jewelry stores have also started to provide more designing options. Many have added a counter where you can mix and match materials and metals to make your own ring. But then, the kind of variety and ease with which you can accomplish your task online is unparalleled. With so many options available today I would say just Delve in and enjoy!</p>
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		<title>The Special Four C’s of the Fancy Diamond</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 08:04:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Fred Peters</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Diamonds are more commonly known as colorless stones that break out in brilliant fire when light strikes it. But there is a rare class of diamonds that come in different hues, called fancy diamonds or fancies. Natural diamonds can get their color from the following: trace elements in their crystalline structure, like nitrogen and boron, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Diamonds are more commonly known as colorless stones that break out in brilliant fire when light strikes it. But there is a rare class of diamonds that come in different hues, called fancy diamonds or fancies. Natural diamonds can get their color from the following: trace elements in their crystalline structure, like nitrogen and boron, which can produce color; radiation present during a diamond’s creation which can generate a green color; and even inclusions that can produce unique tones and hues.</p>
<p>When learning about diamonds, a person typically finds out about the four important characteristics of a diamond, known as the four Cs. These are cut, color, clarity and carat. When it comes to fancy diamonds, a special kind of four Cs applies to it, in order to grade the diamond and estimate its price. Colored diamonds are graded in two ways – first by the stone’s basic hue, which can blue, pink, yellow, green, black, violet, orange and red. The second way is to ascertain the intensity of its color.</p>
<p>The Gemological Institute of America or GIA uses 9 different categories to grade a diamond’s color saturation, which range from Faint to Fancy Vivid. There are diamonds that form a secondary color undertone, which can either enhance or detract from its worth, depending on the color. For example, a blue diamond that is yellowish can be made less expensive because of the yellow undertone, whereas the same blue stone with a purple undertone can be worth more.</p>
<p>When it comes to a colored diamond’s cut, an expert cutter has to consider the inclusions in the stones, because these flaws might be the ones enhancing the diamond color. The more popular cut or shape for colored diamonds are round, oval, and radiant. As for grading clarity, a colorless diamond is usually graded according to the number of blemishes and inclusions found within the stone. But for colored diamonds, clarity is not so important, although those stones with greater clarity command a higher price since they are uncommon.</p>
<p>As for a fancy diamond’s carat weight, the bigger the stone, the higher the price tag, especially since large-sized fancy diamonds are rare. But a diamond’s value will also depend on its other characteristic, not just its size. It is important to compare gemstones that are of similar characteristics when determining price. The prince of a fancy diamond depends on several factors, like the rarity of its color, with red being the rarest diamond color. The intensity or vividness of its hue also determines price, as well as the purity of the stone, which can be bright and clear or clouded.</p>
<p>When purchasing and investing in a fancy colored diamond, it is best to ask for a lab report or grading report of the stone.</p>
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		<title>The Difference Between Diamond Necklaces And Diamond Pendants</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 08:12:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathy Austin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Diamond pendants, being made up of a small piece of jewelry hanging from a metal chain, will generally have less diamonds embedded into each pendant compared to diamond necklaces that may have diamonds linked to each other all throughout the length of the chain. Some people may prefer to wear diamond pendants because the beauty [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Diamond pendants, being made up of a small piece of jewelry hanging from a metal chain, will generally have less diamonds embedded into each pendant compared to diamond necklaces that may have diamonds linked to each other all throughout the length of the chain. Some people may prefer to wear diamond pendants because the beauty of the few diamonds or one diamond set into the pendant may be prettier or more appealing to see, than a host of diamonds linked to each other in a diamond necklace. But other people may like their jewelry to be flashier so they choose diamond pendants because these can show off more diamonds to whoever is watching.</p>
<p>Diamond necklaces may be of three types of length – you can buy the choker length, the princess length, or the opera length. Choker length diamond necklaces are those that surround the neck slightly above your collarbones. Princess length diamond necklaces are those that will hang lower than your collarbones or maybe drape just over the collarbones. (Princess length diamond necklaces are usually the most popular type of diamond necklaces bought by consumers.) The last type, the opera length diamond necklaces, are definitely more dramatic than the first two types because opera length diamond necklaces may hang over your dress front or blouse front – and so are more obvious to see. The jeweler that sells diamond necklaces to you may also have diamond necklaces that are variations of these three main types.</p>
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		<title>Diamonds Specialists</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2008 08:52:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tina Young</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Rothem Collection is a 3rd generation diamond jewelry specialists and fine jewelry manufacturers founded in 1942. Rothem Collection&#8217; s main focus &#038; motto, based on trust, reliability, loyalty and superior quality. Rothem Collection&#8217;s mission is to help the end consumer to find diamond jewelry in wholesale prices &#8211; direct sales to the end customer! Why [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Rothem Collection is a 3rd generation diamond <a href="http://www.rothemcollection.com"><strong>jewelry specialists</strong></a> and fine jewelry manufacturers founded in 1942.<br />
Rothem Collection&#8217; s main focus &#038; motto, based on trust, reliability, loyalty and superior quality.</p>
<p>Rothem Collection&#8217;s mission is to help the end consumer to find diamond jewelry in wholesale prices &#8211; direct sales to the end customer! Why pay double in stores and malls when you can purchase diamond engagement rings directly from the source?!<br />
Rothem Collection provides friendly navigation diamond jewelry website in order to help users and customers to find what they are looking for.</p>
<p>Rothem Collection offers you here, in the online Diamonds and Fine Jewelry shop, an exquisite and unique collection of Diamond engagement rings, Anniversary Bands, Stud Earrings, 3 Stone Rings, Micro pave settings, Invisible Settings, Two tone Jewelry, Side stone settings, Bezel set Jewellery, Gemstone settings, Mens Rings, Wedding Rings, Fashion rings, Bracelets, Pearl rings, Pearl earrings, Pearl pendants, and Semi Mount rings, all are beautiful handmade craftsmanship detail at the lowest prices available!</p>
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		<title>Your Investment in Diamond Jewlery</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2008 06:41:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tina Young</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The skilled craftspeople who design and create diamond jewelry usually obtain these precious gems from a special wholesaler specializing in diamonds for sale. The fine gemstones that are ultimately used in diamond earrings, diamond wedding bands, diamond engagement rings and other quality pieces have ideally been through a thorough lab analysis as well as a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The skilled craftspeople who design and create diamond jewelry usually obtain these precious gems from a special wholesaler specializing in diamonds for sale. The fine gemstones that are ultimately used in diamond earrings, diamond wedding bands, diamond engagement rings and other quality pieces have ideally been through a thorough lab analysis as well as a certified appraisal. You’ll want to confirm this prior to your purchase of any <a href="http://www.diamondpage.info/" target="_blank"><strong>diamond jewelry</strong></a>.</p>
<p>The first of these, carat, refers to the weight and mass of the stone. A carat is approximately equal to one-fifth of a gram. Color is just that. Diamonds for sale come in a wide variety of colors that range from ice-clear to black depending on what other elements are present; pink and blue diamonds can be especially valuable. Clarity is determined by any “flaws” &#8211; interior cottony patches that are visible from the outside. Diamonds for sale are assigned a fair market value by the process of appraisal. It is very important when considering the purchase of diamond jewelry for investment purposes. Additionally, if you plan to insure pieces such as diamond earrings or even diamond wedding bands, you will be required to provide such an appraisal report for your carrier.</p>
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		<title>Diamonds Are a Girl&#8217;s Best Friend, but Other Gemstones will Do!</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2008 08:03:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Cindy Heller</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Diamonds are always a popular choice when it comes to jewelry, but gold, silver and other gemstones on their own can be just as popular. Did you that each month has a gemstone dedicated to it and each gemstone has its own special symbolic meaning? If you really want to blow him or her away, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Diamonds are always a popular choice when it comes to jewelry, but gold, silver and other gemstones on their own can be just as popular. Did you that each month has a gemstone dedicated to it and each gemstone has its own special symbolic meaning? If you really want to blow him or her away, you can select a particular gemstone because of it&#8217;s the significance it has with a particular month or because of its own special meaning. There are twelve months in the year, so there are twelve gemstones with their own significant meaning. January&#8217;s gemstone is a garnet and it represents faith and stability. February&#8217;s gemstone is amethyst and it represents sincerity and happiness. March&#8217;s gemstone is aquamarine and represents hope and bravery. April&#8217;s gemstone is a diamond, which represents joy and innocence. May&#8217;s gemstone is an emerald and represents peace and tranquility. June&#8217;s gemstone is a pearl, which represents wisdom and pureness. July&#8217;s gemstone is a ruby and it represents passion and nobility. August&#8217;s gemstone is sardonyx and it stands for power and joy. September&#8217;s gemstone is a sapphire, which represents honesty and hope. October&#8217;s gemstone is an opal and stands for confidence and sweet love. November&#8217;s gemstone is topaz and it stands for friendship and faithfulness. December&#8217;s gemstone is turquoise, which stands for understanding and success.</p>
<p>Sometimes the delivery of the jewelry is almost as important as the selection of the right piece. There are movies and personal accounts of how individuals have delivered a special trinket to their loved ones. One of the most popular delivery methods seems to be through food! People either place a ring or other <a href="http://www.jewelerlocal.com/" target="_blank"><strong>jewelry piece</strong></a> in champagne or other clear beverage or they bake the jewelry into a special treat like a pie or cake. What you don&#8217;t hear about in these stories is that you have to be careful of a few things. First of all, make sure your loved one doesn&#8217;t choke on their gift! Secondly, check with your jeweler before placing any type of jewelry in food. </p>
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