PMC – jewelry

::11 November 2009 :: admin :: Jewelry 4 Comments

Today I took a beginners PMC course with fantastic tutor Di Osman. I had so much fun and I don’t think I’ve ever been so pleased with something in such a short amount of time.
The best thing about taking a course (as opposed to experimenting at home) is that I gained the confidence (and had the resources in front of me) to try more unusual techniques; for example dipping the finished piece in liver of sulphur to get a marvellous effect (in the top left pieces in the picture)
We found out the effect varies depending on how warm the water you add the sulphur to is. As I used it later on; the water had cooled quite a bit and gave this almost golden effect. If used in warmer water the effect is a bluey purple one.
Who would have thought you could get a chunk of silver by moulding clay, baking it for 3 minutes with a hand held torch and polishing it off!
Finding materials and stamps to get certain effects will be my new quest. In the class we used rubber stamps, pastry cutters, leaves and leather to get fantastic results. Little tubes can be used to cut holes or make patterns like on my star.
PMC is expensive but I made all this with still some left over out of a 30g pack with costs around £30. I’m sure I have enough left for at least another pair of earrings or a pendant. That works out at £6 per set and considering your end result is a chunk of 99.9% silver I think it’s fantastic value for money.
Best of all we all achieved these sort of results just on our first day and there is so much more to learn. We don’t need to invest in lots of equipment, just a small blow torch (very cheap) and some files, cutters (also dead cheap) You can find textures outside such as leaves, pebbles, bark, stone etc…
I would definitely recommend having a go with PMC!

Customize Jewelry with Your Own Style

::05 November 2009 :: admin :: General 3 Comments

Do you like to wear the same jewelry with others? The answer is no. Everybody knows the feeling of wearing the same jewelry is not so good.

Where do we get unique jewelry belonging to ourselves? There are some online shops offering customized jewelry service. Just search ‘customized jewelry’, you can get the websites you want. Then you can choose the website you want to customize your jewelry. Remember to choose a website with a good reputation.

There are three advantages of customize your jewelry.

First, you can get the unique designed jewelry of your style. The design, color and materials can be decided by you. Customers can design the jewelry upon their characters. Also, it is never difficult to imitate the jewelry of your favorite actors / actresses. Just pay attention what kind of jewelry they wear

Second, it is cheap to get these jewelry. Unlike platinum or gold, the materials used in these customized jewelry such as CZ diamond, titanium, stainless steel, glass beads are very cheap and affordable for average people. Because of the cheapness of these customized jewelry, girls loving beauty can own many pieces and change their jewelry frequently.

At last, you will have a successful feeling if you have designed a piece of jewelry. Designing jewelry is also a kind of art, which requires the creation ability, imagination and observational ability of you. Wearing the jewelry designed by yourself is surely a wonderful thing.

Go to Jewelryget.com and get your customized jewelry! You will sure get what you want there.

How to Get Started Making Silver and Gold Jewelry for Profit or Fun.

::31 October 2009 :: admin :: Tips Add Comments

Jewelry making has long been an art form passed on from father to son, all the way back to ancient times; people have adorned themselves in Silver, Gold, and Gemstone Jewelry,

African tribes, the Native American Indian tribes and numerous ethnic tribes have used Bone carved pendants, Animal Ivory, Bird feathers and Seashells, to fashion accessories to use as jewelry.

Today we give our Jewelry titles ,such as Ethnic Jewelry ,Tribal Jewelry ,Antique Jewelry, Fashion Jewelry and so on .In this article we are going to Talk about Designer Hand made jewelry ,How to make it either for fun or for those really keen students how to do it and make money from your hobby .

Right lets get going .You have two options to start with, you can either buy raw silver from your local distributor, or find a Jewelry Manufacture that will supply you with the materials, there is a choice between 925 or 985 in the grade of silver you buy, I prefer to work in Fine silver 985, but you may find this a little difficult to buy. For the purpose of this article we are going to choose the second option and buy our material from a reputable Jewelry Manufacture and we are going to start with making a simple Sterling silver 925 pendant with a Turquoise cabochon Gemstone.

The majority of tools needed can be purchased form a good hardware store and some of the more hard to find items you will be able to get from either a Silver Jewelry Manufacture or Supplier.

Your heat source can be either a gas bottle with extension hose and flame adjusting nozzle or as we use in our workshop a petrol bellows and hose set with adjustable nozzle, its important witch ever set you buy that you can regulate the flame and heat .Next comes the hand tools you will need a small brass hammer, tweezers about 7inches long, small tin snips, brass block 4inches by 4inches and 1inch thick ,rags,2part epoxy, battery acid, fine grade file , a flexible shaft grinder and a ceramic base to heat your silver on ,here is a handy tip a house brick and unglazed roof tile work just great. That should be enough for you to get started.

Step1 is to cut a strip of silver slightly wider then the thickness of the turquoise and long enough to wrap around the diameter of the gemstone, and carefully cut it so as the 2 ends meet tightly around the gemstone.

Step2, take your solder and place a small amount of flux on the two joins, heat the silver strip till red, apply the solder carefully, and it’s joined. If you haven’t done any soldering before try a few practice runs first, you will be able to use that silver later on.

Step3, take your sterling silver band and place it on a flat piece of silver plate, check that the turquoise still fits, then as in step 2 apply flux and solder the band to the plate.

Step4, remove the excess silver with your tin snips and sand off any rough edges.

Step5,decide on a shape for your bail and cut it out of silver accordingly, bend into shape .now solder that to the pendant ,and while hot dip the whole pendant into a small jar of acid ,rinse in a jar of clear water and dry.

Step6, Place your turquoise into you silver and carefully trim away any surplus silver. Once your happy with the fit you can sand the silver again with fine grade emery paper, give a small amount of epoxy to the inside of the pendant and insert the turquoise stone .Now take a spoon and using the back work it around the pendant to give a snug fit with the silver and allow to dry.

Step7, Using your flexi grinder insert a polishing cloth disc, add some silver polish and buff the silver to the required finish.

The principles above are applied to all silver work; no it’s up to the imagination of the jewelry designer and skillfulness of the jewele

John Hardy Jewelry Hand Made

::19 October 2009 :: admin :: Jewelry, Silver Add Comments
We all know John Hardy the internationally recognized luxury jeweler. Upon taking a trip to Bali in the 1970s, he was inspired to learn the ancient Balinese jewelry-making techniques which led to the establishment of his luxury brand, specializing in casually elegant jewelry. Not only did John Hardy learn the techniques, but he set up the base for his brand, including the manufacturing, in Bali. He does maintain an office in New York as well.

Then he began environmental initiatives which started right on his own “factory” land in Bali. Really, the “factory” buildings are beautiful open-air, woven bamboo huts situated on a semi-cleared area of land without concrete anywhere. It’s quite picturesque and a great source of inspiration and creativity for jewelry that regularly features nature-inspired patterns. One of the eco-friendly initiatives is the small, organic farm that shares the same land with the high-end luxury brand. The food grown on the farm feeds the employees, and that supply is supplemented by rice fields and organic gardens in another part of Bali, owned by a company which John Hardy helped start.

Aside from being the creativity behind a mega jewelry company, managing an international group of executives and managers, starting and maintaining eco-friendly objectives and environmental activism, as well as being a husband and father and flying between New York and Bali, John Hardy is also a philanthropist. His most recent work has been at Spring Bling, a charity event to raise money for children’s programs at the Victoria’s Women’s Transition House held at The Oswego Hotel in Victoria, Canada on Vancouver Island. The event is organized by Barbara Strachen, a woman who has known John since he was a teen working at the nearby grocery store. The participating jewelers and fashion designers include Carey Newman, Sheila Smedley, Andrea Bailey, Joy Garnett and Judy Seeley, who will each donate fifty percent of sales from the event to Transition House. Charity such as this is just one example of John Hardy’s philanthropy.

John Hardy jewelry represents social and environmental responsibility as well as being incredible, hand-made, silver and gold luxury jewelry.

Men’s Jewelry Is Hot!

::13 October 2009 :: admin :: Jewelry, Tips 9 Comments

When we talk about jewelry, usually in reference to women, who wear more jewelry, buy jewelry for themselves more and more gems like receiving gifts. However, there has been a marked growth in the market for Men’s Jewelry in the afternoon. In fact, a 2004 survey by an industry group of jewelry found 62 percent of women thought men attractive or sexy jewelry, 40 percent said men should wear more jewelry – more than wedding rings.

Asked why men should wear more jewelry, more than half the women who requested a sign of confidence and the success or the man worried about his appearance. Almost a third said jewelry only looks good against your skin. Obviously, men’s bling-bling is cool, and men’s jewelry this guide includes basic information about the options available, so you can add just the right Bling to your wardrobe fashion.

What You Need to Know

The first rule for a man of jewelry is no exaggeration. ” Perhaps Mr. T. enough you can use gold chains and earrings to finance a small country, but pity the fool who tries to match the fashion brand statement T!

Among precious metals, gold and silver jewelry remains the most popular, but is rapidly gaining industrial metals and platinum – stainless steel, titanium and tungsten – have debuted with rave reviews. When surveyed about what was attractive male jewelry, watches score higher marks. Necklaces, rings and tied for second and third, cufflinks and bracelets were almost even. Earrings and body jewelry completed the top vote-Getters.

Rings

Men’s rings declaring a man’s personality and its growing success. Men may have no simple, pure bands fanciest designer rings. For those with a budget, a modest set cubic zirconia ring silver or gold ring tone for a great start, which can easily be traded until sparkling diamond rings
or rings gemstone below. You can also choose the traditional (precious metals) or you can jump into something modern (industrial metals), which, by their durability, have become symbols of strength and energy.

When the wedding bells ring, the bride all the world knows almost all the attention, but why should she get all the ice? Grooms’ rings can be a simple band of diamonds with an accent, or a big, strong diamond ring sparkling with cloves. Love (and marriage) should last forever, so this is definitely the time for it to be for the wedding band you really want without worrying about the price. Sales and big discounts are always available, only to be found.

Necklaces or chains

Men Necklaces (more often referred to as neck chains, or chains) generally range from 18 to 24 inches in length. This is sufficient to prevent snoring necks, but not so much that the string extends below the sternum, where many women drop necklaces. Properly, a chain or collar ties or fabric decorations without cables attached. Things that hang from the chain are “hanging” or “medallions.” In general, the pendants are sold in chains, but not always. All these terms are used interchangeably, so be sure to read the descriptions carefully and know exactly what you’re buying.

Dog tags appear to be the most popular videos necklaces, religious jewelry, but pure gold and silver chains are also trendy, and probably always will be. Most men avoid large slopes, but the definition of “large” is strictly an individual choice.

Cuff Links

Twins may be more limited for men jewelry item can only be used with a French-cuff shirt, but just more obvious when they are at. What it lacks in versatility, which make for diversity. This places them among the most frequently men with the jewelry.

Twins come with professional symbols, team logos, classical and abstract art grounds, which are available on all metal accents and all kinds of precious stones. Even come in glass and crystal. Twins are an opportunity for a man to show his employment, ethnicity, hobbies or anything else about himself, while showing his good taste, elegance. It is an opportunity to display fine jewelry that no one should overlook, especially a man wearing a French cuff shirt (I think).

Bracelets

A few years ago, men bracelets are uncommon, but times have changed, men are bracelets! Gold bracelets – yellow gold, white gold, two-tone, gold, etc. – are probably the most common with the silver, sterling silver particularly closely. Other metals are in the mix, while for some, the band of skin is always the only option. It really is a what-you-want-is-what-you-get the opportunity to show the personal style of fashion.

The ID bracelet is a perennial favorite, although the name is a little misleading. It’s all in the wrist chain with an engraved plate. You can record your name (some of us to be forgetful or not to buy so many!) The name of the wife (with birthdays or anniversary for absent minded people), alma mater or personal motto, they are all good options. If you have a medical condition, medical alert bracelets are large, especially those with a small compartment to hold vital information – the name of the doctor, allergies, medications, etc.

Earrings

Ever wonder why pirate movies are full of guys wearing an earring? Was to pay for the funeral, if they get shipwrecked and washed ashore dead. Fortunately, this is not something men need to worry about the 21st century. Men began to be popular again a few years ago among specific groups, but have since been widely accepted as “legitimate” jewelry for men (whatever that means). Men still have a distinct advantage over the outstanding women because most men wear only one, the slope of the dollar stretches twice!

“A diamond core curriculum for basic education can not be very PC, but it is a good standard and certainly not written in stone hoop earrings, dangle earrings, drop earrings, all types of metals or precious stones, makes that the right slope if the user is satisfied with it.

Money Clips

Nothing beats the feeling of pulling a money clip full of bills from his pocket (unless you have so many bills that do not fit in that clip of money). Money clips are the minimalist form of cash and are increasing in popularity as cash is increasingly replaced by debit cards. Sound strange? It is not, some new money clips are designed to carry cash and cards in a secure, compact format. If it’s really elegant look that is then a clip of money is worth having. Hi, I really want to protect your paper and plastic? Get a money clip titanium or tungsten.

Religious

Whatever form your faith can express that faith with the men’s religious jewelry is as beautiful as it is affordable. From the cross to the Star of David to the charms of Asia, the selection is as wide as human philosophy. Some icons of jewelry have come to transcend any church or religion: Many people are sure they have a guardian angel to ensure them, and you do not have to be a druid who is fascinated by a Celtic knot. From a viewpoint of a spiritual patron of the Claddagh jewelry medal from the four corners of the world, a necklace, bracelet or ring with your icons is as ecumenical as it is affordable.

How do I care for jewelry?

Store jewelry in individual pouches or in separate compartments of jewelry boxes, when possible. Keep away from chemicals or activities. If the pieces are set with precious stones or other ornaments, always keeping their needs and weaknesses in mind when cleaning the establishment. Annual jeweler for a professional cleaning is recommended.

The use of silver jewelry that often prevents a lot of tarnish, but silver should be cleaned occasionally. Commercial polishing cloths or polishes work best when they first appeared tarnish. Jewels of gold and platinum requires less maintenance, but occasionally a complete cleaning is a good idea. Any gold or silver plated jewelry can chip and not wear through, so every few years replat to keep it looking its best. These soft metals are not worn and there is nothing that can be avoided. Even deep engraving or molding will be slightly degraded after a few decades. One reason platinum is hot these days is its durability and has a slow, probably not living long enough to notice.

Titanium, tungsten and stainless steel jewelry is not ever wear under normal use, but should be cleaned occasionally with a simple immersion in warm water with soap or detergent and wipe with a soft cloth. Do not use harsh abrasives on stainless steel, which can damage its natural protective layer of rust. Gemstones can be easily cleaned with a soft brush and mild dish soap mixed with water. Do not rub too hard, however, some stones are too soft can be damaged.

Should I get tested my jewelry?

By making any major purchase, an independent valuation (an estimate of value by a third party) is a good idea. Unlike many other countries, the U.S. government does not certify assessors, is made by industry organizations. Certified appraisers are generally reliable, but fraud and counterfeiting can be found in any industry where the money is in serious question. Since the jewelry is a great way to pass wealth from generation to generation – as estate jewelry – an appraisal may be necessary for tax or insurance, but simply never think of jewelry as an investment or an inheritance. Fine jewelry is fashion jewelry – take it and enjoy it!

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Ruby Meaning and origin

::01 October 2009 :: admin :: Diamond Add Comments

Ruby, forever known as the gemstone evoking a rich, regal feel has been a favored jewel in all jewelry forms. Ruby Jewelry also make wonderful gifts for loved ones. Being the birthstone for the month of July, ruby gemstone jewelry make great gifts for all those born in this month.

Ruby-red means passion
Only a little bit of chrome
Birthplaces of fine rubies : July
Colour  (almost) everything

While rubies from Burma are considered to be most valuable and sought after, other locales like East Africa are fast emerging as other sources of ruby. Heat treatment is what enhances the color of rubies and bring out their true beauty. Color remains the most important factor while choosing rubies, a rich, vivid red color is ideal.

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Colored Diamond Mean?

::10 September 2009 :: admin :: Diamond Add Comments

colored-diamondDiamonds themselves are symbolical gems, with their archetypal loveliness and centuries-long relationship to romance and marriage. At the same time, the definite color of diamond a couple may prefer can be translated by the symbolization of each shade.
Fancy colored diamonds can be preferred by symbolic colors, including white, yellow, pink, black, blue, brown, green, red and purple.

White is the archetypal colorless diamond, which shows purity, spotlessness, quiet, respect, and traditionalism. Yellow, canary shades confirm pleasure and delight as well as insight, closeness, and prop up.

Pink hues are spokesperson of love, romance, gorgeousness, and joy, as well as womanliness and flimsiness in pastel shades. While many individuals affiliate the color black with sickness and death, it can also stand for superiority and present-day style, as well as a link to the soil and earth.

Blue shades characteristically stand for youthfulness, mysticism, stillness, and faithfulness, though they can also be used as a bride’s “something blue” on her wedding day. Champagne, tan, or brown shades are a classic hue that represents earth.

A natural color of fertility and wealth, green also represents scenery and protectiveness. Bold red shades show self-assurance and supremacy, while also dozing to custom as a typical color for romance. In Chinese culture, red is a conventional color for good luck and is habitually used at weddings. Though rare, purple diamonds are wonderful to stand for sovereigns, sumptuousness, and lavishness, which is certain to make any bride-to-be feel like a princess.

Diamonds themselves have a rich representation, no issue what color or shape they may be. The power and curiosity of the stones constitutes conquest and transparency, and their link to marriages shows romance. Many couples may prefer to slot in birthstones into their engagement rings, though, for the more individualized meanings that option gemstones can proffer.

Even as palmistry, handwriting analysis, and other symbolic arts are wooly, so too is reading diamond shapes an exercise in pleasurable relatively than truth. Many couples prefer diamond shapes not by mysterious renderings, however by gorgeousness, affordability, accessibility, and personal style partiality. In the end, the diamonds means a significant factor what an individual diamond means to the couple, i.e. their commitment to a life in concert.

Fancy colored diamonds are uncommon and discerned, building them extremely wanted after for engagement rings and other stunning jewelry. By realizing what a diamond color value, couples can choose the best diamonds to go with their finances and traits as well as instill loveliness and uniqueness into their choice.

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Choosing a Diamond Conventionally Promise Rings for Girlfriend

::01 September 2009 :: admin :: Diamond, Tips Add Comments

281976-2321-16Conventionally promise rings or couple’s rings concerned to a promise of love finished amid a couple. However today there are diverse types of promises of love which people wish for an external symbol for. The rings for these different types of promises are often collectively referred to as promise rings. For the reason that of this, it is essential to supply the diverse types or categories as a part of this definition.
The promise rings of at the moment may be broken down into three major classes’ pre-engagement rings, friendship rings and abstinence rings also called chastity or purity rings. Each has its own connotation and needs important.
Pre-engagement promise rings are the conventional promise rings. These rings correspond to a promise of exclusiveness and at to the lowest degree serious purposes for an engagement at a later date. This engagement could be prorogued owing to the age of the couple for a couple in high school or college, for monetary reasons for couples who want however cannot pay for a wedding or to allow a period of “real” time and exceptionality to permit the couple to get to know each other on a more mysterious level and choose if they really want to marry. The concluding is very much an engagement however the giving of promise rings permits for a “pre-engagement” without the large expends of cash that many use on engagement rings. Friendship rings are promise rings set to illustrate love, admiration and a vow to remain friend’s long term. These rings are set to a best friend or best friends. However the friendship rings could also be given as a switch over of matching promise rings amid best friends. However these rings could be given at any point throughout the friendship, giving the friendship rings after the friendship has been experienced and shown to be factual and not just a close friendship gives these promise rings more meaning.
Abstinence rings, like friendship rings, are not representative of romantic love however are promise rings that are a superficial symbol of a promise to remain abstinent or chaste in anticipation of marriage. Today, conversely, abstinence rings also called chastity or purity rings may also be used to stand for a promise to stay drug free. This promise possibly will be a religious commitment to God, to self, to the wearer’s future, to the future spouse and/or to parents. Purity or Abstinence rings may stand for a promise to several people.
In précis, promise rings are representative of romantic love that goes further than the sparks that fly when you see someone good-looking, the love of a friend that goes further than just enjoying hanging out jointly as friendship rings and a self love or submissive love that is willing to give up to an extent the pleasures of the present for the hopes of the future as abstinence rings. Promise rings represent a promise to love in a deeper more significant way.

Diamond Promise Ring
Diamonds are known as a woman’s best friends. Diamonds have been symbolizing love for centuries together. A diamond promise ring stands for true, long lasting love. What could be more romantic than presenting your girlfriend with a diamond promise ring that signifies your commitment? Your girlfriend will be overwhelmed by this gesture of yours. It is the best way to show her that she means a lot to you.
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Promise rings are available in a variety of shapes, designs and patterns. They usually have heart-shaped designs, as a ‘Heart’ is the universal symbol of love. Diamond promise rings range from $150 onwards. Promise rings for women can also be made using different stones along with diamonds. You can also have promise rings for girls with a romantic quote engraved on it. Personalized promise rings with your names inscribed on it can also be created. Puzzle promise rings are also a favorite. They contain bands and have to be assembled and dissembled. Dissembling them after they are assembled is quite difficult.

Promise rings can be worn on either of the ring fingers. Later, it is replaced by a diamond engagement ring or wedding ring. You have to be certain of your own emotions and commitment before you present a promise ring to your girlfriend. It is advisable to give a promise ring to your girlfriend in person, as it will help to avoid misinterpretations. If it is not possible, attach a brief note that will clear your intentions.

Remember that with a promise ring, you make a promise for a lifetime. Never consider it a momentary phase. This will save your girlfriend from heart breaks or broken expectations. Presenting a promise ring to your beloved is a positive higher step towards having a beautiful and lovely life together!

Owners Guide To Sterling Silver

::30 August 2009 :: admin :: Silver, Tips Add Comments

Silver is a popular precious metal used in jewelry, but like gold it can be too soft to use in its purest form for everyday jewelry, and so is mixed with trace amounts of other metals in order to create a stronger, more durable material. Sterling silver is one of the most popular alloys for jewelry and is made of a high density of silver 92.5%, with the remaining 7.5% commonly made up of copper.

This gives a strong, malleable and versatile alloy, which can be made into almost any shape, but the copper content can mean that the jewelry has a tendency to tarnish if not warn regularly, so you will need to care for items made from sterling silver carefully to keep them bright and shiny.

Caring for Sterling Silver jewelry
33042When you are not wearing sterling silver jewelry you will need to store it in a special tarnish proof cloth bag or case, which will help to reduce the effects of gases in the air reacting with the copper in the jewelry. This will help to prevent tarnishing, and will also protect the jewelry from rubbing or scratching against other harder items of jewelry. Sterling silver is still quite soft and can scratch very easily so you must not clean it with any abrasive cloths or substances, and the best way to bring up the shine again is with a smooth polishing cloth and a little dab of some special sterling silver polish which you can get in supermarkets and hardware stores.

If you wear your sterling silver jewelry all of the time it can develop a lovely patina, which has a lovely soft glowing look that combines lightly polished areas where the silver has rubbed against your skin with some smooth, darker areas of tarnish. This can be a great look for older silver jewelry and does no harm to the item, so if you like this look you do not need to polish or clean the jewelry.

Buying Sterling Silver
Sterling silver is stamped with a hallmark ‘925′, and also sometimes the maker’s mark and the country of origin. This will let you know the piece is genuine sterling, but if you are not sure for any reason then you can always ask a professional jeweller for more advice. Sterling silver is a beautiful and affordable precious metal alloy, and can be worked in to a huge variety of designs and styles.

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Ruby Diamond Most Precious Stones

::16 August 2009 :: admin :: Diamond Add Comments

About Ruby Stone of this beauty is to feel we can penetrate the heart and the hearts who see tehe stone :)

Ruby, precious stone, the transparent red variety of corundum from pink to red-blood corrundum called pigeontn_diamond_ruby blood ruby.Rubies found mainly in Myanmar (Burma), Africa, Sri Lanka and Thailand.These red corrundum classified among the most valuable of Gems. Rubies in Burma is blood red, pigeon blood. Siam is a dark ruby ruby while Sri Lanka is lighter than the Burmese. The red color is caused mainly by the element chromium. Ruby is classified as one of the four precious stones. The other is a diamond, sapphire, and emerald.Ruby is the birthstone for those born in July. Who believe that their wearers ruby they bring happiness and wisdom while gamblers and lovers believen which will bring goodluck to them. The magic and Mystery of Colored Gems – Popular Ruby Round Shape. Ruby Solitaire Ring flanked on either side by bagguette diamonds. Distictive Simple Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring in Strong Platinum.

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