| The use of jewelry has varied in different cultures. Jewelry has served as amulets and body decorations. It has been the object of jealosy, the cause of numerable murders, burglaries and ruthless betrayal. It has been passed down for generations as a family relic.The oldest jewelry comes from India. At the presen time exotic handmade jewelry has turned into a thriving business.If you have decided to buy jewelry, visit the widely respected jeweler's. Below are several pieces of advice on how to buy jewelry.1. When choosing metal jewelry, pay attention to markings. Varied pieces of jewelry are marked differently. For instance, if a piece of jewelry is marked as sterling silver or silver, it indicates that it contains leastways 92,5% of pure silver. If a piece of jewelry is labeled with "925", it indicates that it is made of pure silver. The markings "Plat" or "Pt" stand for Platinum - a metal that is a lot more precious and expensive than gold.2. If you would like to purchase a gemstone, ask a shop assistant whether it is natural or man-made. Lab-created gemstones look very similar to natural ones. The principal unit of weight for precious stones is carat. 200 milligrams make 1 carat.3. Assure that you have received a receipt where the weight and size of a gem are indicated.Now after you have bought a piece of jewelry, it is high time to learn how to keep and store it in the proper way to avoid any damage.1. Keep gems separately, as rubbing up against each other can bright about damage. Store your jewelry in a jewelry box. Or use an organiser box or ice cube trays which are far cheaper. Ziploc plastic bags with anti-tarnish strips inside are ideal to store jewelry in. Remember that earrings should always be stored together.2. Necklets and necklaces are strongly recommended to hang up.3. Threads of beads should lay flat.4. Jewelry should be stored far away from excessive heat. Room temperature is ideal for storing jewels. Direct sunrays can also damage jewelry. If your house is situated in a very dry climatic area, store opals close to a small vessel of water, since they require humidity.5. It is strongly advisable to wipe down jewelry with a wet cotton cloth each time after use.Stick to the above mentioned recommendations on buying and storing gems and enjoy wearing them. |
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