Fine Gold Jewelry - Letting Your Personality Show Through Fine Jewellery

People see fine jewellery in many different ways. Most commonly, though, they look upon it as a symbol of the wealth and status of the person wearing it. After all, jewellery created only from precious metals and precious stones can be bought and worn by wealthy people, at least in the olden times. There is even evidence that in ancient Egypt, gold jewellery is only worn by the pharaoh and the important members of his court because gold represents power and wealth.

This is still true to some extent, but because developments in technology have allowed for the mass production of fine jewellery, even ordinary folk can own a piece or two. The really fabulous and valuable ones will still be accessible only to the wealthy, but at least anyone can buy jewellery when they want them.

Therefore, it is no longer accurate to say that jewellery is exclusively a symbol of wealth and power. It is now thought to be a way of making a fashion statement, as well as a way of communicating one’s personal style.

Showing Off Your Style with Fine Jewellery

Some people have this notion that one has to build up a big jewellery collection in order to show some personal style with jewellery. This is not true; only a few good pieces would suffice. A gold jewellery brooch to go with a good jacket, a pair of fine silver jewellery earrings to wear at any time of the day, maybe a ring – these are enough to make an outfit stylish with jewellery. Of course, if you want to have your own collection and you can afford to buy it, you are free to do so.

When it comes to wearing jewellery, what you need to remember is to wear only what you are comfortable wearing. You do not have to force yourself to wear something you do not like in the name of fashion. If you can only tolerate wearing necklaces, then you should just wear necklaces. If you fancy unusual jewellery pieces, then you should go for it. Just wear what you will be happy with.

Some Things to Think About When Wearing Fine Jewellery

You can wear your jewellery however you want it, but there are a few things that you may want to think about in order to create the best effect with your jewellery. One important thing you would need to consider is to match your clothes with the jewellery you are wearing with your jewellery. Fine jewellery should always be worn with clean and decent clothes. If you wear your jewels with your ratty clothes or with clothes of poor quality, you are only going to make a garish contrast between your jewels and your clothes.

When you pick out jewellery, you should also take into consideration the shape of your face and figure. Your jewellery should always be flattering to your person. For example, an angular face would benefit greatly from the softness that a pair of round-shaped earrings will bring it. A round face, on the other hand, will be balanced out by dangling earrings.

You should also match your jewellery with your complexion. Fine silver jewellery would shine best against fair skin with pink tones. The warmth of gold jewellery is best reflected against olive skin with yellow tones.

Fine jewellery is no longer just a status symbol; it is now a tool you can use to express your own individual style. Just make sure that you select the right pieces that will flatter you most in order to make your jewellery work for you.

Karoline Watson has been involved in the fine jewellery market for many years. This article outlines some of the qualities found in the Ola Gorie range of gold jewellery.

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Jewelry As An Anniversary Gift, What You Need To Know
 by: Sam Serio

Jewelry for anniversaries can be the perfect gift. It is widely known that there are lists of birthstones and zodiacal or talismanic stones, there are lists of stones for days of the week, hours of the day, for states of the union, for each of the seasons, and for anniversaries as well!

Anniversary Stones

1. Gold Jewelry 9. Lapis Lazuli 25. Silver Jubilee
2. Garnet 10. Diamond Jewelry 30. Pearl Jubilee
3. Pearl 11. Turquoise 35. Emerald
4. Blue Topaz 12. Jade 40. Ruby
5. Sapphire 13. Citrine 45. Sapphire
6. Amethyst 14. Opal 50. Golden Jubilee
7. Onyx 15. Ruby 55. Alexandrite
8. Tourmaline 20. Emerald 60. Diamond Jubilee

Here Are Some Tips For Buying Jewelry As An Anniversary Gift Without Being Ripped Off

1. There’s a big difference between 14 karat gold and gold-plated jewelry. Fourteen karat (14K) jewelry contains 14 parts of gold, mixed in throughout with 10 parts of base metal. Gold-plated describes jewelry with a layer of at least 10K gold bonded to a base metal. Gold plating eventually wears away, depending on how often the item is worn and how thick the plating is.

2. If you’re buying a watch, determine whether you want one that runs on a battery or one that must be wound daily. Ask if a warranty or guarantee is included, how long it lasts, and what parts and repair problems it covers. Also ask how and where you can get the watch serviced and repaired.

3. Know the difference between laboratory-created gemstones and naturally mined stones. Stones created in the lab are visually identical to stones mined from the earth. The big difference is in the cost: laboratory-created stones are less expensive then naturally mined stones. But because they look much like stones mined from the earth, they must be identified as lab-created. If you want a naturally mined stone, ask if it has been treated. Gemstone treatments– such as heating, dyeing or bleaching– can improve a stone’s appearance or durability. Some treatments are permanent; some may create special care requirements. Treatments also may affect the stone’s value.

4. Ask whether pearls are imitation or real. Real pearls are made by oysters or other mollusks; imitation pearls are man-made. Cultured pearls are made by mollusks with human intervention; and irritant introduced into their shells causes a pearl to grow. Real pearls that are not cultured are fairly rare and expensive. The cost depends on the size, usually stated in millimeters, and the coating or “nacre” on a real pearl, which gives it its iridescence.

5. When you’re buying a diamond, consider four criteria: cut, color, clarity and weight, usually stated as carats. Each factor affects the price. Color is sometimes “graded” on a scale. However, scales are not uniform: a “D” may be the best color for one scale, but not for another. Make sure you know how a particular scale and grade represent the color of the diamond you’re considering. A diamond can be described as “flawless” only if it has no visible surface cracks or other imperfections when viewed under 10-power magnification by a skilled diamond grader.

About The Author

Sam Serio is an Internet Marketer, musician and a writer on the subject of jewelry and gemstones. For more information on jewelry and gemstones, we cordially invite you to visit www.morninglightjewelry.com to pick up your FREE copy of “How To Buy Jewelry And Gemstones Without Being Ripped Off.” This concise, informative special report reveals almost everything you ever wanted to know about jewelry and gemstones, but were afraid to ask. Get your FREE report at www.morninglightjewelry.com.

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