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The Latest Gadget Compared to Fine Jewelry

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It always seems that the latest big marketing push for the newest tech-gadget is what we feel we must purchase for big occasion gifts. There was the VHS player, then the DVD player, then the Blue-Ray player. Now we simply stream from Neflix and Hulu TV. Every year for the past 10 years it seems we needed to purchase a larger TV just before football season. These types of latest-and-greatest gifts never hold their value and are mostly irrelevant after a few years. Luckily, there are more traditional gifts which will stand the test of time. Traditional gifts like fine jewelry will increase in value and can be handed down through the generations as a treasured gift.

Buying Fine Jewelry – The Art and Science

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For nearly every fine jewelry purchase, there is a reason behind that purchase.  The human perception classifies fine jewelry as being an elite purchase.  In most cases, there is a fine jewelry purchase for every special occasion, moments of celebration … Continue reading →

How to Choose the Right Diamond -3 Easy Steps

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Taking the time to read these few simple tips will help you understand how to choose the right diamond. Diamonds are graded and priced according to carat, color, clarity, and cut. The term carat refers to diamond weight and is most often shown in decimal form. For example, .33 is a 1/3 carat. The ab...

10 Professional Jewelry Cleaning Tips

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Which methods are the best and worst for cleaning your fine jewelry at home? Searching for the safest home remedy can be grueling. Recommendations range from alcohol all the way to soap and water. Which is the best choice? There are several guidelines that you should be aware of prior to using any...

How do Blood Diamonds Fund Wars?

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A blood diamond is a name that refers to a diamond that is illegally obtained and sold to fund warfare and terrorist activities. These criminal actions are mainly concentrated in African nations, but this is a global issue that also occurs in other countries. Rebellious war efforts in nations includ...

The Dangers of Wearing Hoop Earrings and What to Avoid

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Hoop earrings are trendy in many countries throughout the world. They are stylish accessories available in various shapes and sizes. When choosing to put on the large size hoops, there are certain safety precautions to consider. Danger to a person’s ears can be caused when wearing big hoop earrings,...

Comprehensive Research About the Jewelry Store Industry

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Equity Research on Tiffany & Co. and Zales has revealed that the growing middle class in emergent markets are the main driving factor for the increase in sales of luxury goods like fine jewelry. The recovering economy of the United States and … Continue reading →

De Beers Raises Prices on Diamonds

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The diamond trading company increases prices for De beers site holders for a second time this year. The prices had risen by 7% in February and this time sight participants report that on small Indian goods it has risen by … Continue reading →

Sustainable Design Awards Winners for 2011

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Winning designs of the first Sustainable Design Awards on March 29 were announced by Johnson Matthey of New York. The winners were Jason Dow of Jason Dow Jewelry in Honolulu, Stephanie Satow of SCS Jewelry in Colorado Springs, Colo., and Erik … Continue reading →

Million Dollar Diamond Theft at Baselworld Watch and Jewelry Show

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A gang of five thieves broke into the Baselworld watch and jewelry show and stole stones worth millions of dollars, while two distracted the operator the other three broke into the display and stole 4 diamonds. Eye witnesses say that … Continue reading →

Cape Fishing Village in Land Dispute with De Beers Diamond Giant

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A cape fishing village has claimed a chunk of the famous De beers diamond mine. The village consisting of 40 families threatened the company not to sell it until their claim was settled. The claimants say that the company should … Continue reading →

Woman’s Jewelry Association 2011 Diva Design Competition

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The DIVA design competition is back with a new theme for this year. This year’s theme includes ‘Eco-Conscious Jewels for Today’s Green Consume’ and each participant can post three entries in each category. There are three categories 1.Daytime jewel 2 … Continue reading →

Jewelers of America Design Competition Winners Announced for 2011

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JA New York Winter show hosted the National retail design competition from Feb 27 to March 1 of 2011, in which the participation of JA members under Robert Headly were the highest with more than 50 types of jewelry entries. … Continue reading →

Jewelry Design Professionals Network Celebrates 15 Years

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The JDPN jewelery Design Professionals Network was Founded in 1995. it works to provide education to young artists in jewelery design,here even artists are encouraged to give their views on some topics and concerns.To mark its 15 years the group … Continue reading →

Who Wore What at the 2011 Oscars

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At the 83rd Annual Academy Awards, stars including Anne Hathaway, Hailee Steinfeld, Carie Lemark and Jennifer Hudson wore extravagant jewelry. The values of such ranged from 10 ct diamond earrings to Amy Adam’s million-dollar carved emerald watchband. “While Black Swan‘s Natalie … Continue reading →