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Nothing is possibly comparable to handmade silver jewellery
Necklace, bangles, bracelet, pendants, rings, earrings and pin are the most universal form of handmade sterling silver ornaments. Sterling silver ornament is decorated by engraving, embossing, etching and filigree, by application of enamel, mosaic, gems, semi precious stones and glass.This jewellery is decorated by engraving, embossing, etching and filigree, by application of enamel, mosaic, gems, semi-precious stones and glass. Handmade silver jewellery is intriguing in its form and captivating in its beauty. Innovative and rare master art, these are the combination of the delicately crafted patterns of the silver with modern outlook creating an enchanting aesthetic. The silver goes through a number of processes, like carving, enameling, filigree etc., and giving expression to the craftsman's skills.
How Durable is My Gemstone Jewellery?
First of all a note about the hardness and therefore relative durability of gemstones. To measure hardness, the jewellery industry uses the Mohs scale. This gem-trade standard, conceived by Friedrich Mohs in 1812, measures the ability of a gem or mineral to resist abrasion damage.Diamond at 10 is the hardest whereas talc at 1 is the softest. Popular gemstones like amethyst and citrine register 7 whereas rubies and sapphires register 9. Most of us come off the beach on the first day with the 3 s’s all achieved - rings caked in sand, sea-salt and suntan lotion. Nude sunbathing, as far as silver and gold jewellery is concerned, is a must! Remember also that sand will scratch the surface of precious metals.
Colored diamonds are also available in the market
Pure diamonds are the diamonds that are typically on display at jewellery stores. Most people have at least a passing familiarity with what diamonds tend to look like. There are no impurities at all in the pure diamonds. Beautifully glistening and sparkling, the clear appearance of the gemstone is known as the stone of choice for wedding rings and engagement rings. Other types of diamonds are available in the market and they are colored diamonds.There are no impurities at all in these diamonds, and the gemstones are colorless and transparent. To pieces that feature these luxurious colored diamonds and to great effect Designer jewellers apply their skill. What gives certain diamonds their color are actual impurities and defects to the structure of the stone which impede or help in light absorption, which causes certain colors to be seen by the human eye.
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