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Can you be allergic to jewelry?
You can be allergic to your jewelry. It depends on what is in the jewelry that is causing the allergically act. You can be...
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Can you be allergic to pearls?
Yes, you can have an "allergy" or in this case (to be more precise) a 'sensitivity' to real pearls (or anything else under the...
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What is the meaning of an ankle bracelet on the left or right ankle?
Although some people may like to think there is a meaning (such as one side representing heterosexuality and the other the...
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How do you tell real from fake Gucci man shoes?
you should talk to somebody who knows Gucci really well. its very hard to tell otherwise. They change up the littlest details...
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On what hand do you wear an engagement ring?
In most cases the engament ring is worn on the left hand, on the ring finger (right next to your pinkie). In some religious cases...
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How can you tell if gold jewelry is real?
In the United States, anything that is not at least 10 karats (42 percent gold) cannot be legally sold as gold. Anything that you...
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What does KTE mean in vintage jewelry?
KTE = Karat Electroplate. This marking appears on "costume" jewelery made of inexpensive base metal (such as nickel alloy)...
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What is the best way to finance an engagement ring?
you can check it at...http://www.diamondsonweb.com/..
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Why do some rings cause some people to have allergic reactions?
The reason the ring you're wearing is causing your skin to have a reaction is probably due to the alloys used when the ring was...
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Where and how should you buy loose pearls?
Unless you're very knowledgeable, you may want to avoid going direct to suppliers. Going direct would be the cheapest. You'd...
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Is tarnished silver still considered genuine silver?
Tarnish is in no way indicative of a low quality in sterling silver. Sterling silver (or .925 silver) is, by law, at least 92.5%...
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What's the best way to clean and care for a diamond?
Diamonds are a girl's best friend and they're no stranger to men either. Because they are so expensive, knowing how to care for...
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Did US soldiers make jewelry during World War 2?
They not only made jewelry, but something else called Trench Art. It has become very colllectible as time goes by. The practice...
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What's the difference between an engagement ring and a wedding band?
An engagement ring has traditionally been given as a symbol of a man’s intent to marry a woman. When the man proposes to the...
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How do you clean gold-plated jewelry?
Go to any jewelry store in the mall and ask. They often have cleaner for sale. Marcy
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Is there an online guide to antique and vintage jewelry with pictures?
Tias.com - Antiques and Collectibles and Rubylane.com - Antiques & Art, Vintage Collectibles and Jewelry items from around...
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How can you tell whether a diamond is real?
Assuming the diamond is yours, the traditional way is to try to cut glass with it, although this is not recommended, as it may...
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What does the claddagh ring mean?
Early 16th century legend tells us that a man from the village of Claddagh, Co. Galway, Richard Joyce was enslaved to be shipped...
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Is it wise to buy jewelry at an online auction?
Unfortunately, there is no "yes" or "no" answer for this question. The answer is a resounding "maybe" since it really depends on...
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What does the stamp DAU 60 on a ring mean?
60 is the dimension for the diameter of ring. I just bought one with a diameter 59 DAU is the surname of the designer who...
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How can you tell if platinum is real?
Platinum is rarer, heavier, more durable and even more expensive than gold. It is also very dense, therefore showing fewer...
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Can a yellow gold ring be converted to white gold?
NO, once it is yellow...you CANNOT change it to white. Yellow gold is made by mixing pure gold with alloys such as copper and...
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How much is a gram of gold worth?
To find the value of a gram of gold, you must first find the spot price of gold (per troy ounce) in your country, then convert to...
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What is the difference between sapphire and diamonds?
Researching this answer has been today's bit of education. Sapphires are part of the corundum group and are nearly the hardest...
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What is the difference in value of: Silver Sterling Silver Platinum and Titanium?
Silver sterling, silver platinum and titanium are all metals of approximately the same color and brilliance. Silver is a base...
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How do you take out the links in a watch band?
http://www.webjeweller.com/jewellery/removelinks.shtml I went to www.watchcrazy.com and they were pretty good with illu
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How do you clean good gold 14K and 18K jewelry?
The best way to clean them is with steam. other cleansers and polishes can leave a film. There is a way to do it yourself,...
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What is karat or kt gold?
karat means the percentage of real gold in the piece The Karat mark indicates the percentage of pure gold in the piece 24K is...
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What is the difference between sterling and traditional silver?
sterling silver cannot be stained,sterling silver septic and stops cuts getting infected from the metal Sterling silver is...
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What are the six factors that are taken into consideration when determining the value of a pearl?
1. Type of Pearl (ie: South Seas are much more valuable than Freshwater) 2. Size of Pearl: the larger the pearl, the more...
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How much money should you spend on an engagement ring?
There used to be a theory that a man should spend three month�s salary on an engagement ring for his fianc�. So if you were...
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Why do some jewelers display gold as 18 c and other jewelers display gold as 18 k?
Generally, 18c jewelry originates in the UK- simply different spellings! In USA we spell the gold content "Karat" in UK it's...
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What does 375 stamped on a necklace mean?
375 if stamped on a gold necklace means it is a 9 karat gold peice. commonly found in australian and european gold jewelery.
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What is a basket setting for a diamond ring?
a basket setting is probably the most common type for any jewel. It allows light in from the bottom for more sparkle, usually...
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Why would a gold necklace leave a gray tarnish on your skin?
maybe if you use that gold poliching stuf it will stop it Gold is very resistant to corrosion. Without actually seeing the...
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Do you think that the quality of jewelry from Shop NBC is worth the price?
Your question should be: Is it worth the RISK? The correct answer is NO. The knowingly misrepresent, mislead, lie. Tread...
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Where and what would be a good picture resource for looking up an artisan or paticular piece of jewelry?
Most jewelry stores have sites with pictures. For example: https://www.sconley.com/Gallery/ You could browse a lot of different...
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Is the jewelry at chain stores cheaper than the jewelry at individual jewelers?
I've been in the Jewelry business for 20 years as a "jobber" or intermediate wholesaler. I make my living by buying or having...
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What should you look for when buying a diamond?
When shopping for a diamond, you should look for cut, color, clarity, carat weight, sparkle and fire. The cut of a diamond,...
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What are wedding bands?
Wedding *bands* is another way of saying wedding rings. Are you referring to the publishing of "Banns"? This is where the...
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Where were diamonds first mined?
Diamond History http://www.desertusa.com/mag99/july/papr/diamonds.html The word diamond comes from the Greek term adamas,...
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How much is a cross that says Jerusalem AHK silver 935 worth?
The value of the cross would depend on its weight, size, craftsmanship--the beauty and originality of the piece, etc. Retail, a...
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What does an 800 stamp on a piece of jewelry mean?
It depends solely on the piece- 800 could be 800/1000 silver or 800/1000 gold- If the piece is silver, it's likely an older...
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Where can you learn about Korean jewelry?
Google korean jewelry history trust me it works!!!
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What are the four C's that are referred to when shopping for diamonds?
The four C?s that are referred to when shopping for diamonds stand for cut, color, clarity and carat weight. These are the...
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What's the difference between a carat and a karat?
When shopping for jewelry, it’s not unusual to start wondering what the difference is between a karat and a carat. However, with...
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What if the ring you buy doesn't fit you?
If the ring that you buy isn’t the right size, there may be a number of options available to you. First and foremost, you need to...
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What kinds of jewelry is nickel free?
Silver and Gold are not necessarily nickel-free, in 9 carat gold there isn't actually that much gold! The gold in jewelry is...
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Where can you find the cheapest jewelry beads?
Search for a chinese importer. These kind of things come from there. Maybe look for one on the west coast. Make sure you buy by...
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Can real gold jewelry be cut?
Gold is a soft element, they add other element to gold to make it more stronger, Yes you can cut real gold - You usually get big...
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What is the song in the Zale's jewelry commercial?
The song in the Zale's commercial is A Thousand Miles by Venessa Carlton. Actually, it is from the first movement of Palladio...
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Why do similar pieces of jewelry have such varying costs?
The old saying “you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover” can apply to this situation. Just because two pieces of jewelry look...
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What is a Satin Finished Gold Necklace?
The gold will have a hazy or glazed look to it. Almost like when you breath onto a piece of glass or a mirror, a kind of foggy...
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What does the marking PALL 18KN mean on a late 1930s white metal diamond engagement ring?
Probably 18 karat gold/nickel alloy. White gold is gold mixed with nickel and looks silver.
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Why would a platinum wedding ring cause a reaction on your finger?
Platinum is generally hypo-allergenic. However, some women report this allergy developing after becoming pregnant or giving...
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Whats the name for the thing that fits inside your ring to protect it from falling off if its too big?
a ring guard
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Why causes gold jewelry to tarnish on skin?
I think this answer needs some clarification. The discolouration is due to the corrosion of metals from which the jewelry is...
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What does AMA on a silver brooch pendant stand for?
Most likely stands for American Medical Association. It could be the American Medical Association if these letters are the...
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Does it matter what metal the body jewelry is made of?
Yes, it matters, and it matters a lot. Your body could be highly sensitive to particular metals and thus it is important that...
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How do you change the battery in your fossil watch?
the cover on the rear is threaded. Use some tool (small needle nose?, I used a set of measuring callipers) to insert in two of...
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What will make a ring impossible to resize?
A rings originality will make it impossible to resize. For example;a rings special design might be ruined if its resized..
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How do you find out the value of a large collection of vintage jewelry?
Get the opinion of several well respected jewelers and antique dealers.
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What are the best kinds of beads to use when making jewelry?
The best kinds of beads to use when making jewelry can be answered on several different points. Creatively, use whatever you...
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If I have a gold tone bracelet and what looks like siver encasing five clear stones and an x and then more stones x more stones until there is 6 sets of stones isit worth anything?
That depends; is it real gold, gold plate, gold filled, brass, silver plate, platinum... are the stones diamonds, glass, CZ???? ...
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What does gauge mean in relation to body jewelry?
When talking of body jewelry and piercing, gauge refers to the size of the body jewelry being used. To be specific, gauge size...
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How can you test white gold to know whether or not it is genuine?
buy a nitric acid test kit; They run about $20-$30 on E-bay. Rub the metal onto the stone firmly rub the metal onto the stone...
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Is it possible to re-plate costume jewelry?
YES ITS POSSIBLE TO RE PLATE COSTUME JEWELRY BUT MADE UP OF SILVER OR OXIDIZE METAL JEWELRY.
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Can acidity in your skin turn jewelry a goldish-green color?
Yes, gold can change your skin colour. Just take your gold ring and slide the bottom of the ring down your face and sure enough,...
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What is the number for real silver?
Real silver can have many different markings, ranging from 750 to 999- depending on the piece, common marks are : 800, 900, 925,...
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Should you ask your fiance-to-be to go ring shopping with you?
FINDINGMRSRIGHT.COM Everything you need to know is right here. Whether you take your fiance to be ring shopping with you will...
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Can a 9 carat gold ring be converted to an 18 carat gold ring?
The "carat" number in gold refers to the percentage of gold in the alloy. Gold rings are seldom pure gold because the metal is so...
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How much money do moonstones cost?
if you are referring to the moonstone that has a rainbow reflections in a white, gray or brown stone they are reasonable. I have...
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What does 14k PALL inside the band mean on a ring designed around 1940?
See the following: As I can tell, it is 14K gold with palladium instead of zinc as one of the other...
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What is the value of a 24 KGB necklace?
24 KGB means 24 Karat Gold Bonded. This means that a thin layer of 24 karat gold has been used to coat another metal. the value...
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Can you bring in your own jewelry to get your navel pierced?
You need special peircing jewellery to peirce. If the peircer allows you to bring your own you would be allowed. -the jewlery...
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Does homeowners insurance cover lost jewelry?
it may, but this is considered a highly suspicious claim, potentially fraudulent, and any theft claim on any type of policy is...
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What does 750 stamped on jewelry mean?
750 on a piece of jewelry signifies 18k, commonly used in ITALY and other parts of Europe.
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What is a vs diamond?
VS refers to the clarity of the stone. VS is a slightly above middle of the road clarity grade that inclusions will not be visble...
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What is the meaning of wearing rings on different fingers?
well i think the greek meaning goes according to their g-ds. so the g-d of war is the little finger and that represents the...
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How can determine the monetary value of a piece of jewelry marked AMA 925?
not sure what the AMA stands for but the 925 just signifies that its sterling silver.
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What does ep mean in jewelry like when something say white gold ep?
Ep generally means Electro-plated, meaning the piece is plated. Likely the actual mark will be "GEP" Cheers.
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Can you buy an engagement ring online?
Yes, you can definitely buy an engagement ring online. In fact, more and more people are buying engagement rings and other kinds...
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Which company has the tagline 'Diamonds Are Forever'?
DeBeers
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What paint should you use to cover a base metal chain without affecting flexibility?
Why would you paint a base metal chain? Why not get it electroplated in white or yellow gold. You probably need to paint it...
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What are your options for transforming a half-carat three diamond promise ring set in white gold into something other than a ring?
a three stone pendant would be nice
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What do all the different shag band colors mean?
Shag bands come in all different colors. If someone snaps or breaks the Shag band then the person who snapped it has to do what...
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Who makes the World Series of Poker bracelets?
At the moment they are designed and produced by Swiss Watchmaker Corum You may find out more here:...
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How do you change the battery in a Swiss Army watch?
On my Swiss Army watch there are notches on the back cover plate. They guy at the jewlery store has a fancy little wrench that...
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What does 14k plai stamped on a ring mean?
Do you mean Plate? or "Plat" If the ring is marked 14k plate, it's plated. If the ring is marked 14k plat- it's likely that the...
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Where can you buy Kenneth Jay Lane jewelry at wholesale prices for your store?
You can go to http://www.kennethjaylanehandbags.com to buy wholesale or http://www.Fashion41.com to buy retail.
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How do you convert men's sizes to women's sizes?
Women's sizes are generally one size larger than men's (if they are small/medium/large, etc.). So a men's large would equal a...
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Is it okay to wear white gold and yellow gold necklaces together?
That kind of fashion "rule" only applies to formal dress. If you're just going out to have a good time and want to wear some...
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If your fiance wants a white gold wedding band but you want a yellow gold wedding band do you both have to pick the same color?
Well, here is what you can do for this and every difference you have in the future. You each can "give in" to the other, if it...
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How do you wrap jewelry that is being given as a Christmas gift?
The easiest way to wrap jewelry is to put it in a box and simply wrap the box. You could also skip the wrapping and put it in a...
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Is 24k gold jewelry the same in the US and India?
It should be, however a claim of 24 karatage is not a guarantee as under-karating in countries outside the US is common. What...
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How do you tell if silver is real?
First off- check for purity marks, because silver is such a low-priced metal, it's very seldom faked. "925, 900, 950, 800, 850,...
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What happened to Tweeds clothing company?
broke?
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How can you tell if it is real sterling silver jewelry?
It should be marked sterling. Please be aware that pewter, silver plate and sterling silver and other base metals will all...
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Who is Steve Quick?
Steve Quick is a founder of Steve Quick Jewelers.
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How can you tell the difference between white gold and sterling silver?
White gold is "labeled" by the karat weight on the inner rim of the ring....ex: 10K, 14K, etc... Also, real gold will leave a...
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