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Antique Nephrite
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There are so many different minerals out there. For a novice jewelry buyer, she can easily be confused.
What should she buy?
One astounding fact about gemstones is that you can find a wide assortment of color.
Here are the colors available and the type of stone available. The color is caused by metal ion impurities such as chromium, iron and copper.
Red - Ruby , garnet , spinel, coral, alexandrite, Tourmaline
Blue - Sapphire, Aquamarine, Topaz, Tourmaline, Paraiba Tourmaline, Tanzanite, Spinel, Zircon, Lapis Lazuli, Iolite, Turquoise
Pink- Ruby, Sapphire, Spinel, Garnets, Kunzite, Morganite Beryl, Topaz, Tourmaline
Green - Emerald, Tourmaline, Tsavorite Garnet, Demantoid Garnet, Peridot, Jade, Sapphire,Chrome Diopside, Chrysoprase, Alexandrite
Yellow- Sapphire. Citrine, Chrysoberyl, Topaz, Zircon, Amber, Andalusite, Tourmaline, Garnets
Violet- Amethyst, Garnets, Sapphire, Spinel, Tanzanite, Jadeite
Orange-Sapphire, Garnets, Mandarin Garnet, Citrine, Topaz, Fire Opal
I know that diamonds are the star but colored gems can share equal billing.
Royalty and movie stars have in their possession treasures which include emerald and sapphires and rubies.
The gemstone which have a distinguish long history are the emerald , ruby and sapphire.
Most importantly, how do you value a gemstone?
It is the same as diamonds which is the 4 Cs. The most important C for diamonds is Cut whereas color is the most important for gemstone.
You should look for pure colors rather than a mixture of two different colors in the gem. The tone should be moderate . It should not be too light or too dark.
The gem should not look dull and lifeless.
Clarity- Try to get a gem without inclusion. However this may be a natural phenomenon. Inclusion may tell the origin of the gem. Sometimes the gem may even be prized for its inclusion such as star in the star sapphire or the eye in the cats eye.
The gem should be cut in such a way as the light is reflected and refracted back to the observer resulting in brilliance and sparkle. If you can see through the gem that means that light has passed through the gem. Also beware of dark areas in the stone.
Durability- Check out whether the gem is hard. The harder the better . Diamond is the hardest substance at all. Next, comes sapphire followed by topaz. The gem should also not be brittle that means easily broken or inability to resist strong impact.
Carat- Gemstone are sold by weight in carat which is 0.2 grammes. However different gems have different densities. So a 1 carat emerald is much bigger than a 1 carat sapphire.
Rarity- actually rubies are even rarer than diamonds but diamonds are harder and cutting makes it sparkle. Sometimes a gem may be rare but the value is not as high as the gem is relatively unknown.
You can break up the price range of the different gem varieties into 4 categories. Ruby, emerald and sapphire are the most expensive but these are the perennial favorites. The next price range consist of connoisseur gems such as black opal, jadeite, fancy colored sapphires, pink topaz, chrysoberyl cat's-eye, demantoid garnet and alexandrite.
The mid range price consists of gems such as tanzanite, tsavorite garnet, aquamarine, tourmaline, red spinel, precious topaz and spessartite garnet. They are relatively new gems but they are in hot demand and are popular.
The affordable gemstone are the following : amethyst, white opal, citrine, ametrine, peridot, rhodolite garnet, blue topaz, iolite, kunzite, andalusite, lapis lazuli, turquoise, onyx, chrysoprase, nephrite jade, and amber.
You can find all these gemstones set in jewelry at http://www.alljewelry.info Here is where you can find Ruby jewelry [http://www.alljewelry.info/ruby.html]
Semi-precious Gemstones: Quartz and Jade
Quartz is an extremely common mineral that can crystallize as a six-sided prism that ends with a six-sided pyramid. It is the second most common mineral, making up 12% of the earth's crust, though most quartz does not form crystals. (Sandstone, for instance, is made of quartz.) The crystallized form of quartz, which is an extremely hard mineral, is used to create jewelry. Quartz is easy to reproduce using a hydrothermal process and therefore many pieces of jewelry actually boast synthesized pieces of quartz. It is difficult to tell the difference between most naturally occurring quartz and its synthetic counterpart; however, natural quartz that boasts crystals of extremely high clarity is rare and very expensive.
There are many different varieties of quartz, from clear to opaque, and in many different colors. The most recognizable forms of quartz are amethyst, a violet crystal whose lucidity and color varies depending on where it is harvest; citrine, a yellow or a yellow-brownish color; rose quartz, a soft, pink colored crystal; and smoky quartz, a brown-colored quartz. Agate, ametrine, aventurine, jasper, onyx, and opal are also quartz gemstones.
The durability and strength of quartz gemstones makes them excellent for necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and rings. Quartz is relatively easy to care for and can be cleaned with warm, soapy water. Quartz is a mineral whose properties can change if it is exposed to chemical or extreme heat. Quartz gemstones will change color and lucidity if exposed to harsh household chemicals or drastic changes in temperature. Extreme temperature changes can also cause quartz to crack.
Jade is a term for different minerals: nephrite and jadeite. Jade is quickly recognizable as a beautiful, green gemstone used to make jewelry, figurines, vases, and dishes. It was first popular in China 5000 years ago. Its beauty and incredible durability made an ideal substance for the creation of tools, weapons, furnishings, and figures. Jade was considered incredibly valuable, even more valuable than silver or gold, and was owned only by the most wealthy, high-ranking families.
Jadeite is the rare form of jade and is considered more precious. Jadeite is often a beautiful green, but can also be white, pink, black, brown, violet, or red. Nephrite is most commonly apprised of various shades of green, but can also be red, yellow, or white. Often, a green stone will contain streaks of other colors, forming gorgeous, eye-catching patterns.
It has not been until recently that jade has been used for jewelry. Traditionally, jade had religious connotations, and was used to form cult figurines and other religious objects. Jade is a popular antique collector's item. Now, jade is making an appearance in necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. Different people are drawn to different types of hade: some prefer the bright greens while others enjoy the subdued greens imbued with streaks of white or violet. It's all a matter of personal taste!
About the Author
Deana Esmail is the founder of Delusha Retails. She is known with her jewelry designs and handmade beaded jewelry that are truly fashionable and trendy for all ages. A true fashionista with a twist. She has run the NYC marathon, won awards for her lighting designs in Paris and is a mother of two boys. Born in raised in Denver, Colorado; Deana now lives and works in Valencia, Spain. "Work takes me on travels around the world, so I guess my style is a blend of all the cultures I have had the fortune to experience."
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