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Gemstones

Gemstones have fascinated people for millennia, but recent discoveries in the past century have revealed properties in their structure that cause fascinating optical effects. There are numerous optical effects present in different gemstones, but one of the most popular in recent years is the phenomenon called "color change."

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Style and Design

If you've ever had a ring you love so much you never want to take it off, you might start to wonder, can I wear my ring every day?

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Gem Identification, Gemstones

What do California rubies, Arizona rubies, and Elie rubies all have in common? None of them are actually rubies; they're garnet! More specifically, they're pyrope garnet, a type of garnet known for its red hues. If it looks similar enough to ruby to give it so many misnomers, you might wonder, what are the differences between rubies and garnets?

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Jewelry Appraisal

When millennials wear their mother's jewelry from the nineties, they often get compliments on their "vintage look." This can be a wake-up call for parents: any of your jewelry made before the 2000s is considered vintage now. This might make you think, is my vintage jewelry worth something? How can I sell my vintage jewelry?

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Engagement

The history of giving symbolic rings as gifts is more interesting than a lot of people realize. Though many other traditions have faded, rings remain some of the most common symbolic gifts. Despite the longevity of this tradition, many people don't know the full story behind some rings.

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