Jasper is a relatively common stone found in many countries around the world. Jasper can be found in many colors including brown, red, black, blue and green. Black jasper is somewhat less common than most other colors. Black jasper is often incorporated into more contemporary and modern jewelry designs. Nature also provides us with the many patterns of jasper. One of the most well liked types of jasper is not very common for jewelry use! The pattern on landscape jasper resembles the scenic vistas of the Southwest – lighter brown backgrounds with cliff and mountain shapes appearing in varying shades of darker brown. Landscape jasper is usually cut into slabs of varying sizes and shapes and used in lapidary displays. Dalmatian jasper generally has a white to off white background with darker spots. Morgan Hill Poppy jasper has a moderately dark background with small yellow and red dots. This pattern resembles a poppy field in bloom. With its orange and tan pattern, leopard jasper gives the appearance of the skin of a large wild cat.
Jasper is also popular because it has been credited with several positive metaphysical and spiritual properties. Some people believe that it helps with stomach problems and problems associated with pregnancies. For example, Dalmatian jasper is said to ward off evil spirits and nightmares, and makes the wearer more calm and patient. Fancy jasper is quite colorful and often has whimsical patterns and swirls. The olfactory sense are said to heighten with red jasper.
For example, a pearl necklace with white freshwater pearls may incorporate beads of jasper for more pizzazz and color. If the stone used is light colored, then stone beads may be alternated with pearls.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Silver Jewelry
Different regions in the country have had their version of silver jewelry. Some common ornaments that can be found in silver are broad stiff silver necklace, thick bangles, ‘kamar bandh’ a belt made of silver worn around the necklace, ‘hanth bandh’ an armlet worn sound the arms, anklets and more. Fashion enthusiasts say no. Fashion will change to suit needs and circumstances but will remain. This has created a huge demand for silver jewelry. The trend is also somehow inspired from the west where white metals like silver, white gold and platinum are the latest trend.
From designer jewelry to branded jewelry to the hand crafted jewelry available in the market, silver has become a hot favorite for jewelry. Silver is gaining popularity in fashion circles and masses given its beautiful white shine, versatility, durability and affordability.
Silver jewelry in all forms, silver rings, silver bracelets, silver earrings, silver anklets, silver armlets and more are no only fashionable but also very practical to wear. Silver jewelry looks cool in plain and fashionable designs. Youngsters prefer silver jewelry for hey can never have enough of it. The older generation prefers silver jewelry in vintage designs.
Sterling silver jewellery is perfect for every day use. You can wear simple silver hoops paired with a sleek silver pendant to compliment your office wear. Or you can choose to dress in fancy dangling silver earrings with stackable silver bangles for your college. On formal occasions as well silver jewelry adds a chic elegance to your formal attire. Silver jewelry looks great when studded with multi-colored stones or beads. Silver can be combined with other materials like leather to make high fashion statement accessories for men.
From designer jewelry to branded jewelry to the hand crafted jewelry available in the market, silver has become a hot favorite for jewelry. Silver is gaining popularity in fashion circles and masses given its beautiful white shine, versatility, durability and affordability.
Silver jewelry in all forms, silver rings, silver bracelets, silver earrings, silver anklets, silver armlets and more are no only fashionable but also very practical to wear. Silver jewelry looks cool in plain and fashionable designs. Youngsters prefer silver jewelry for hey can never have enough of it. The older generation prefers silver jewelry in vintage designs.
Sterling silver jewellery is perfect for every day use. You can wear simple silver hoops paired with a sleek silver pendant to compliment your office wear. Or you can choose to dress in fancy dangling silver earrings with stackable silver bangles for your college. On formal occasions as well silver jewelry adds a chic elegance to your formal attire. Silver jewelry looks great when studded with multi-colored stones or beads. Silver can be combined with other materials like leather to make high fashion statement accessories for men.
Gold Jewelry
Gold jewelry never goes out of style, and for good reason, because gold is as wearer-friendly as it is beautiful. Sometimes people have allergy or staining problems with metals that are combined with gold, but the gold itself is rarely a problem.
Gold can be manipulated nearly any way the artisan desires.
How Pure Is Your Gold Jewelry?
The higher the karat number, the higher the percentage of gold in your gold jewelry.
24K gold is pure gold.
18K gold contains 18 parts gold and 6 parts of one or more additional metals, making it 75% gold.
14K gold contains 14 parts gold and 10 parts of one or more additional metals, making it 58.3% gold.
12K gold contains 12 parts gold and 12 parts of one or more additional metals, making it 50% gold.
10K gold contains 10 parts gold and 14 parts of one or more additional metals, making it 41.7% gold. 10K gold is the minimum karat that can be called "gold" in the United States.
European gold jewelry is marked with numbers that indicate their percentage of gold, such as:
18K gold is marked 750 to indicate 75% gold
14K gold is marked 585 for 58.5%
10K gold is marked 417 for 41
Why Are Other Metals Mixed With Gold?
You'll find examples of pure gold jewelry, but pure gold is soft and isn't practical for daily wear. Adding other metals to the mix also allows metallurgists to change the color of gold. Palladium or nickel can be added to create white gold. Even though it's a gold alloy--18K, 14K, or anything down to 10K--it can be called solid gol
Gold Filled Jewelry
Newer gold filled items have markings that indicate how much and what type of gold was used for the layer. Gold Plated Jewelry
The gold layer in gold plated jewelry is typically thinner than the gold in gold filled jewelry, so it usually wears away more quickly. If you have allergies to nickel or other metals, choose items that have high gold content, such as 18K or 22K gold jewelry.
Gold filled or plated jewelry is suitable for jewelry that you wear occasionally.
Gold can be manipulated nearly any way the artisan desires.
How Pure Is Your Gold Jewelry?
The higher the karat number, the higher the percentage of gold in your gold jewelry.
24K gold is pure gold.
18K gold contains 18 parts gold and 6 parts of one or more additional metals, making it 75% gold.
14K gold contains 14 parts gold and 10 parts of one or more additional metals, making it 58.3% gold.
12K gold contains 12 parts gold and 12 parts of one or more additional metals, making it 50% gold.
10K gold contains 10 parts gold and 14 parts of one or more additional metals, making it 41.7% gold. 10K gold is the minimum karat that can be called "gold" in the United States.
European gold jewelry is marked with numbers that indicate their percentage of gold, such as:
18K gold is marked 750 to indicate 75% gold
14K gold is marked 585 for 58.5%
10K gold is marked 417 for 41
Why Are Other Metals Mixed With Gold?
You'll find examples of pure gold jewelry, but pure gold is soft and isn't practical for daily wear. Adding other metals to the mix also allows metallurgists to change the color of gold. Palladium or nickel can be added to create white gold. Even though it's a gold alloy--18K, 14K, or anything down to 10K--it can be called solid gol
Gold Filled Jewelry
Newer gold filled items have markings that indicate how much and what type of gold was used for the layer. Gold Plated Jewelry
The gold layer in gold plated jewelry is typically thinner than the gold in gold filled jewelry, so it usually wears away more quickly. If you have allergies to nickel or other metals, choose items that have high gold content, such as 18K or 22K gold jewelry.
Gold filled or plated jewelry is suitable for jewelry that you wear occasionally.
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