Saturday, October 26, 2013

Jewelry Buying Tips

By Anna U Purginton


Jewelry is best worn on special occasions. When you wear your best jewelry to work everyday you lose the opportunity to show it off. Take the time to think of when it is best to wear you jewelry and you are more likely to stun those around you by its presence.

When you are looking to buy a diamond, take some time and learn about diamonds and how they are graded. This will help you to make a more informed decision. It is best to know the diamond's value and why. It is also good to know if you are being taken advantage of.

After you buy a piece of jewelry for yourself, or for someone else, you must always remember to keep the receipt. Keeping the receipt allows you to keep track of your purchases, use it in the case that you need to return the item, or verify that it was purchased at the location if it needs to be fixed or is defective.

A diamond that has a fluorescence of blue when exposed to an ultraviolet light, also called a black light, means that the diamond will appear whiter in the daylight which would mask any yellow tints the diamond may have. This is useful when purchasing a diamond because the diamond will look brighter, even though it has a low color grade.

Budget your jewelry purchases well in advance and stick to the price range you settle on. The jewelry store can be every bit as tempting as the candy shop, but you must resist the urge to splurge. Jewelry carries lots of memories and associations with it; you do not want to spoil a piece by spending so much that you regret the sight of it later.

Rich and vibrant turquoise is one of the most popular stones available. It is one of the most popular gemstones for the month of December and is often thought to invite feelings of love, good luck, and happiness. This particular gemstone is also the traditional gifting stone to celebrate the 11th wedding anniversary.

If you can afford to invest in only one necklace, opt for a simple chain in a high-quality platinum or gold. Delicate chains go well with virtually any outfit and are easy to coordinate with your favorite rings and earrings. This also gives you the option to switch out pendants whenever you feel that you need a change.

Storing jewelry can be the absolute death of its luster, even if you're storing it in the box it came in. Avoid storing jewelry in only those manufacturer's boxes and even store-bought jewelry boxes. If you're storing your items long-term, wrap them up in an airtight container to ensure maximum protection. One of those zippered plastic storage bags, works wonders.

You did your due diligence. You knew why and who you were buying that piece of jewelry for. The time and effort you put into shopping were well worth every minute knowing that the recipient of that stunning item would absolutely love the level of taste and style.




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