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I never like to hear of problems with jewelry work or even of problems the jeweler might have from customers who have no clue as to what is going on. Good communications is the general solution for either. In your case, first appearances tell me the jeweler may have done less than the best. Then again, I am not there and only working in my thoughts with the words you have sent. Refreshing it is to have questions with enough information to actually work on a viable answer.

I am curious about the prong setting being bent. Unless the ring has a prong setting made originally as part of the ring, not soldered into the ring band but cast with the entire ring, and the ring had to be resized several sizes smaller, there should be no problem with the setting at all. Once in a while with a “made in place setting” when a ring goes down more than 2 sizes the setting can spread apart and the jeweler will have to retighten the stone.

That is fact. To be bent in another matter and I cannot explain that. It simply should not be bent unless bent when brought in to the store in the first place. Then, the person taking in the job should have informed you of that and advised correction work to straighten the setting.

Solder lines and greyish marks. Generally, I see two reasons for these marks. The first is a solder joint and possibly too soft a solder or a mismatched color of solder was used. The line shows the solder color. Sometimes when too soft a gold solder is used, polishing will erode of buff away some of the solder leaving a demarcation line, a slight recess at the solder joint. The fact that the sizing joint showed to your eyes is evidence that the work was not done with due care.

The joint could show for the above reason of buffing away at the joint or even a solder joint which was not properly fluxed and flowed smoothly with well fitted ends where the ring was cut to be sized. This should not happen when the jeweler takes the time and has the expertise to do it correctly. A correct job should show no evidence of a resizing at the solder lines.

A grayish mark may also be where white gold has discolored due to the heat of the torch in soldering the ring. This is generally preventable by application of boric acid to the metal before heat is applied. If not protected, white gold will certainly form a grayish coloration. This may be more what has happened to your ring. The solution is simple: The jeweler simply has to sand off the discoloration and repolish that area.

Rhodium is a very hard and durable precious metal. On the spot metals market, rhodium is at $5800/troy ounce. The use of rhodium is to make white gold look whiter.

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Look for a makers mark on the items you have. To meet federal law, the karat stamp should be there along with the makers mark. The karat stamp alone with no makers mark is clue to dishonesty. The mark is required to hold the maker responsible for the karat stamp being true and accurate. A karat stamp does not have to be put on an item but if it is, the makers mark is required by law.

When I consider a question, the answer is straight up and honest based on information from the question. This one presents a dilemma of sorts! The markings are what should be there for 18k gold. The only thing suspect there is the double marks, including both 18k and 750. This is not a critical point but most Italian jewelry is only marked with one or the other mark.

Sure, some exceptions occur and when the bracelet was made “might” be a reason for both marks. European jewelry was marked with numerical stamps (i.e. 750) before those marks became accepted standards with consumers in the USA. Who knows the reason for both marks? Generally, the maker’s mark is (by law) next to the quality mark. Is there a maker’s mark or some indication besides “Italy” for a manufacturer? If not, then the bracelet is truly suspect.

The marks are right but the acid test showed green, the typical result of a gold-filled or plated article with a base metal like brass underneath. The green comes from reaction with acid and the copper element in the underlying metals. Gold items of 10k to 18k and higher simply do not show green. This is part of the dilemma. The double safeties also are a small problem, since costume jewelry generally does not have good quality clasps or double safeties.

Now, we have to question if the acid test was done correctly and on what part of the bracelet. It is possible that the bracelet is not gold and does have gold clasp parts, if attached with loops (jump rings) and not connected by soldering directly to the bracelet.

Where is the quality stamps located? Are the markings on the back only on the clasps parts or located somewhere else? An acid test done correctly will involve not only the clasp parts but some other area of the jewelry item. The item is rubbed on a slate stone hard enough to dig slightly into the jewelry and place both surface gold and deeper metal on the stone. Or, the acid is applied directly to the piece. Either way, the result will not be green for gold items.

Without the bracelet in hand, I simply cannot tell if it is really 18k gold. If not, then apparently enough trouble was taken by the manufacturer to make it look authentic and be sold falsely as 18k when it is not.

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I know of no accurate way to test the chains with home made methods. An acid test is the best way to find out. A jeweler should do this for a very small charge.

If gold plated, not gold through and through, the plate will eventually wear away and the chains will tarnish in those areas. If a brass like metal is underneath, the color when shiny is close to gold and it might be hard to tell the difference until tarnishing happens. There are several ways I have seen suggested for home testing but I cannot recommend any as being reliable.

Acid tests are done by two methods. In one case, a bit of the item is rubbed onto a small slate “test stone”, rubbing hard enough to remove some metal from the surface of the item. Gold of a know karat is also rubbed on the stone. Acid is placed on the marks and observed. If the sample dissolves right away, it is not gold. If the sample remains, the color is compared to that of the acid effects on the known samples and from that an approximate karat value is assigned. The test is better at telling what is not gold than closely telling the karat of the gold.

The other method is to make a mark on the jewelry in a place that shows very little. The mark must go through the surface and a bit into the metal. Acid is applied. If not gold, the metal is generally a base metal containing copper and the acid will bubble with a green color. This is a sure giveaway the item is not gold through and through. If the item is gold, the test may leave a darkened, tarnished looking spot or a dull spot on the metal. This can be polished and brought back to a shiny surface.

The jeweler may be incorrect is saying the chains are too light in color and too shiny to be gold. Gold can be as shiny or dull as the factory wants to make it. Color depends on the karat of the gold, with some color variations in the same karat of gold depending on the actual recipe used to make the gold suitable for jewelry.

What the jeweler may be referring to is the “look” of the typical heavy chain, stamped 14k with no makers mark, gold plated and not solid gold. We see these ever so often. These chains have a faky look, shiny but not well finished. I have seen so many those fakes are fairly easy to spot but a test is really needed to be certain.

As for prices, I hesitate to quote a price based on weight only. Too many other factors play, such as quality of the item in the first place. Quality varies from very fine manufacture to really cheaply produced items, made to sell at lower prices.

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The Birthstone Jewelry

Birthstone jewelries are gemstones specifically designated for a particular month. Each month has a special gemstone and it is the birthstone of the person born on that same month.

Birthstone jewelries have been regarded as perfect gift for the young girls.

There are costume birthstones available that still have their unique and delicate appearance despite the inexpensive quality. Kids can enjoy the style without the parents worrying too much.

Birthstones are also perfect for the moms, wives or a special someone.

If there are varieties for the young girls, there are also varieties for the elegant ladies that come in silver, gold and platinum.

These varieties of birthstone jewelries are on the expensive range. The gemstones can go together with diamonds and other precious stones. They are pricey but definitely are perfect for the special woman.

These are the special birthstones for each month of the year.
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Since it began, this type of jewelry is one way of giving luck and specific virtues to the recipient. There are even claims that it can repel negative forces and protect the wearer.

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Varieties of fashion earrings are also dominating the wholesale jewelry market these days. Made from plastics, beads, glasses, coconut shells, jute, oxidized and copper metals, the wholesale earrings are designed in keeping with the latest style statements. The earrings look smart and trendy in casual outfits.

A while back before platinum prices went up so much and the “spot price” for platinum was $700 the prices were a lot different.Now, today with a spot price of $1187 per ounce. The spot price is for pure platinum metal, as traded and bought on metals markets. This price changes and with it also change the costs of platinum jewelry parts.

At the old $700 price, the 2.25mm shank would run about $450 and at today’s price about $$650. The prong setting was at about $205 and today is $306.

There is competition from jewelers who are still selling( perhaps foolishly) at the old prices and higher prices discourage customers. Today, at where I work we would not mark-up the platinum as much as we did a year ago.

The total price for the shank and setting mentioned would be sold for about $800. This is for the parts and no labor included.

To assemble the ring, size and set the stone would run about $150. I don’t know if your ring requires more work than assembly of the head to the shank, sizing and stone setting. That added work could account for the labor charged. Then again, if only “putting together” the labor seems high to me.

Perhaps the cost is balanced out with the lower price for the head. I don’t know what is going on with the jeweler with whom you are dealing.

All in all, the platinum prices are not out of line, but the head is too low unless very light weight. The labor seems too high. Totals are not that far off from the price charged you.

Then again, there is not a real excuse for charging more than the original estimate unless you had been informed that parts are going to cost much more due to rising platinum prices. Perhaps the jeweler is sticking to original head costs and making up the difference in labor, who knows. In any regard, sight unseen, the price total is not far off what I quoted. Keep in mind I picked a fairly medium heavy shank and a heavier than usual head. I might be comparing apples and oranges here and that should be kept in mind.
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White rings can be found anywhere you shop for jewelry. White palladium alloys are soft and are great for setting gemstones. The highest quality white gold is usually at least 17 karat, and made up of gold and palladium, and sometimes even trace levels of platinum for weight and durability, although this often requires specialized goldsmiths to fashion the alloy to the desired shape.

There are many styles and types of jewelry out there today made from all sorts of materials but gold and diamonds have been used for centuries. What ever the reason you are buying this fine piece of jewelry for I hope this little article gave you some basic info on gold and diamond jewelry.

The news I have gotten is that earrings purchased or received within a few years may likely be replaced if the manufacturer is identified; however, if the earrings are several years old, that style may no longer be available for direct replacement. A first step which you have likely considered is to go to the business selling the earrings in the first place. That business would be most able to quickly identify the vendor and perhaps replace the missing one. Keep in mind, the earrings may only be available in a pair, not a single unit.

To identify the maker can often be difficult and I stopped trying to do that for questioners here at allexperts. Many makers are out there and much jewelry is imported with various makers’ marks. Identification becomes almost the job for a detective armed with books and books of makers marks! To read the markings which are generally small on earrings, you will need to get a good 10x lens or go to a jewelry store with a microscope and ask if they can read the mark or let you have a look. Still, the mark if recognized by the jeweler will help but if unknown you are back to a difficult task.

Then, ask the clerks about replacing the missing earring and if they can order a “mounting” or similar earring from their vendors. If so, you are in luck! If not, the jeweler can look at the earring and see if that is an item they can make for you. Keep in mind; cost will likely be more than the original price since this may turn out to be one-of-a-kind work.

Often, a similar design may be purchased and the jeweler can modify to make the purchased earring match the original. This last approach is less costly than having the earring made from scratch. As last resort, try a jewelry business specializing only in custom work to have the item made. I would try that business last since many full service jewelers who do custom work have large vendor bases to check for an earring which may be purchased, avoiding the need of custom work. The jeweler who does strictly custom work will likely not ha

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Have you ever heard the saying you are what you eat? Well in terms of your health that is completely true. However in terms of your appearance you are as good as what you wear! The nicer clothes and accessories you use, the better you will appear. It can be very difficult to create a complete outfit, and is often expensive. However it doesn’t have to cost a fortune, there are many different ways to get a cheaper outfit. Using cheap fake jewelry is one way of doing just that.

There are some very well known designers that produce knock offs of designer jewelry. Some of these are quite expensive, however some are very affordable.

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Coco Chanel is a very famous and experienced designer, with her brand Chanel she has inspired generations of women. The only trouble is that this brand is very expensive. This brand has also inspired other designers to produce Chanel inspired creations.

Many people would be unable to afford a genuine Chanel piece of jewelry, but that doesn’t stop women all over the world longing for them. Chanel jewelry is made to a very high quality and should last for a lifetime. Chanel is normally only worn by celebrities and the super rich!

To take a look at some of the most popular Chanel collections you should look at their website at www.chanel.com. By looking here you can learn about some of the popular Chanel pieces of jewelry, you can then look for similar designs from other designers.

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There are a number of other fantastic designers that famous people go to when they want that perfect piece of jewelry. Neil Lane is one such designer, this designer specializes in not just engagement rings but also other forms of custom jewelry.You can purchase this jewelry in many shops throughout California and New York so you should be able to find the perfect piece of jewelry for your needs. This shop is known as the best producer of customized designer jewelry in all of Hollywood. Neil Lane lends lots of their jewelry to celebrities for them to wear on the red carpet, which means they are very well known.

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If you like to stay up to date with the latest fashion trends including accessories then you will probably be very interested in the world of designer jewelry. There’s nothing quite like beautiful designer jewelry to accentuate your outfit. If you’re very lucky then you might be able to buy some of the beautiful pieces that have recently been created by some of the world’s most talented designers. An engagement or wedding ring by any popular designer would be an addition to a wedding of any denomination – Christian, Jewish, etc. It can be confusing, but we’ll look at some of the most popular designers so you can get an idea.

You have almost certainly already heard about Chanel, this is one of the most popular brands in the world. Celebrities and rich people love this brand. Chanel has been around for quite some time and has designed make up, clothes, perfumes, bags, and my personal favorite shoes! They have also created their own line of designer jewelry.

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Quartz – this is actually one of the most common types of mineral in the world and comes in a wide variety of colors. It’s main tendency is to form in hexagonal shapes and it makes an excellent prism if unflawed. The main reason quartz can still be categorized as a valuable gemstone is that, while it IS easy to find quartz stones, finding a large, perfect, and unflawed quartz crystal of jewelry quality is extremely rare. Some examples of quartz gems commonly used in jewelry are onyx, amethysts, citrines, and carnelians.

Beryl – this is a stone well known for it’s beauty and has elements in common with both chrysoberyl and quartz. It’s basic chemical composition is similar to chrysoberyl, with beryllium and aluminum prevalent but mixed in with other trace elements. It’s basic crystalline structure, on the other hand, is closer to quartz, being hexagonal in nature. At it’s simplest, beryl is actually transparent, while it’s other colored variants include emeralds and aquamarines. It can come in yellow and red shades as well, and these are referred to as “red” or “yellow” emeralds.

Jade – this is one type of gemstone originally lumped into the same category as beryl. The main reasons for this are because both can be mined in similar places and they possess similar textures, opacity, and appearance (just different colors). Later on, chemical analysis showed that the elements which made up the different forms of precious jade, namely nephrite and jadeite, were different from beryl completely, thus earning jade it’s own category among gemstone collectors. Jade based stones are often composed of calcium and magnesium elements.

Feldspar – this is a unique type of gemstone whose base material is tectonic in nature. It is often found in areas of high geographic instability like earthquake faults and volcanic chains. Feldspar’s basic chemical composition is made up of very common elements found deep inside the earth’s crust. What makes it valuable as a gemstone is the same factor that makes a diamond much more valuable than a lump of coal that would normally contain the same elements as diamond. That is, with sufficient heat and pressure applied, the tectonic elements fuse together to make a rare red gemstone known as feldspar.

Organic Gemstones – the most famous examples of this are pearls and amber. Basically, organic gemstones are ones which occur naturally in organic sources as opposed to mineral sources. Pearls are formed from oysters, while amber is a yellow stone formed from fossilized tree sap. While not gemstones per se, organic gemstones are still used heavily in jewelry so are included in this list.

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The following article discusses some tips on how to drive traffic to your jewelry website.

Selling jewelry online sounds like the perfect business with its low overhead and minimal barriers to entry, but wait there’s more.

Having created an online wholesale and retail jewelry website, I must admit I was originally drawn to the idea for the same reasons mentioned above, but found out quickly it’s not that simple.

The first thing to remember is that having a good jewelry collection is essential, but you also need to get prospective customer to your website or no one will know you exist. Many people are experts at creating a great website, but lack the ability to drive adequate traffic to their site.

One way to reach your targeted audience is through SEO. SEO, or search engine optimization, helps move your site up the search engines so that people can find you. There is a lot of information available on the net that can help you boost your page rank and ultimately attract new traffic to your site.

Another way to get your site known is through setting up a friends network account such as MySpace where you can quickly tell friends and family about your pieces and website. This works well as your friends may tell their friends and so on.

This may sound like common sense, but I’ve met many people whose business cards do not list the URL address of their website. What better way to passively present your pieces than by including your website along with the company phone and address.

Sending sales event emails to people that are interested in jewelry can keep your companies name fresh in others minds. Remember to send to “people who are interested” as opposed to random spamming that can create a negative image of your website and could possibly get you in trouble. Start out with those you know and eventually add those that have bought and have allowed you to contact them. Also, you may want to only send one email blast a month as to not alienate your customers with a barrage of emails.
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