Diamonds are measured in Carat Weight. One carat weighs 200 milligrams. If a
diamond is referred to as four grains, this also means that it is a one carat diamond. The word Carat comes from the word carob. A carob is a bean that grows on a tree in the Mediterranean. In times past, if a diamond weighed the same as a carob bean, it was one carob, or one carat.
However, in the far east, where Carob trees do not grow, rice was used to measure the weight of a diamond. If a diamond weighed as much as four grains of rice, it was four grains – or one carat as we know it to be now. The majority of diamond purchases are for diamonds that are 1/3 of a carat.
Beware when shopping for diamonds that are already set or mounted. If more than one
diamond is used in the piece, the tag on the jewelry will give the CTW or Carat Total Weight – it does not tell you the carat weight of each stone in the piece. You need to ask the jeweler for the total carat weight of the largest diamond in the piece to truly understand what you are buying.
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Tuesday, December 2, 2008
About Diamond Weights
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Tips For Choosing A right eyeglasses
If you have a complaint to the eye and require that you wear glasses. No need to worry, because the election proper glasses will give a plus to your appearance. Here are some tips that can help you in selecting glasses.
A. Frames (frames)
Consider your face shape.For those oval-faced, suited to use almost all forms of the frame, do not hesitate to experiment to try different forms of the frame.
Round face, avoid round frames because it will reinforce your face shape is round. Choose the ellipse-shaped frame, this will disguise your face shape.
Square-shaped face, fit using the model of oval frames. This is to disguise the harsh and rigid forms of the jaw. Avoid box-shaped frame that would give the impression more rigid in your face.New Arrivals give you wide arrange selection eyeglasses models for complete your style.
Color
For you if you're white, you are lucky because all the colors will match the frame used by you. Skin-colored skin or brown chocolate, choose a red frame, brown, gray, black metallic, and dark green. Yellow skin and the pink is more appropriate to use frames in green, yellow and brown. As for your black skin color is more suitable to use the frame gray, white yellow, metallic brown and metallic silver colors.With the right color you can more stylish with Holiday Fun Eyeglasses
Posture
Posture tall and straight, choose a sturdy frame and a bit thick, for you are tall and thin recommended to use a flexible frame and lightweight.
All variation you can get easily when you find $8 Prescription Zenni Glasses
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Tuesday, November 18, 2008
A Match Made in Heaven?Cubic Zirconia and Sterling Silver
New ideas and new materials to be used in jewelry have help make the jewelry of today what it is. Jewelry is not a simple ornament, it is a fashion statement. Accessories are important to a women's wardrobe and if men would admit it to their wardrobe too.
However, there is an alternative. Because of the high fashion pieces we have seen on the red carpet and in other situations, there is a huge demand on cubic zirconia to mimic these lovely works of art.
Sterling Silver jewellery is becoming more popular because of its price when compared to the price of platinum. Sterling Silver jewellery has a quality gold can not match. Silver can be very subtle in bring out features of a stone or a design. It seems to have a very delicate look about it and when coupled with a cubic zirconia together they are transformed into something awe inspiring. Before the creation of cubic zirconia, silver has been used for years in the making of fine jewelry. You can find silver in many more places than in the past because of its increased popularity. Today you can find silver jewellery in almost every jewelry store.
When you put a cubic zirconia in a Sterling Silver Bracelets, Silver necklace or Silver Bangles the results are stunning and well worth the price. This is the type of ornamental jewelry that appeals to women the most. The two compliment each other beautifully, and if a woman chooses to have a stone with some color, the cubic zirconia comes in a wide variety of colors. The coupling of sterling silver and a cubic zirconia colored stone or the most common white stone is a beautiful combination.
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Monday, June 9, 2008
14k Yellow Gold Ruby Heart and Devil Pendant w/ Diamond Accent
Show off your sassy side with this devil heart pendant, crafted from 14 karat yellow gold. A stunning heart-shaped lab-created ruby serves as the centerpiece. Held in a three-prong setting, it has a faceted cut and a vibrant red hue. Curved devil's horns and a diamond-tipped devil's tail add a provocative touch. The pendant is featured on a 14 karat yellow gold rope chain that fastens with a spring ring clasp.
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Wednesday, May 28, 2008
18k White Gold 5.07 ct. Oval Diamond Ring, (5.56 cttw), Size 7
This exquisite diamond ring is crafted in 18 karat white gold and holds a lavish 5.07 carat oval center diamond. The dazzling center stone is near colorless (H color) and has a minimum clarity of I1. It's cradled in a four-prong setting and framed by round diamonds, with additional round diamonds enhancing the graceful split shank. There are 56 accent diamonds altogether (.56 cttw, I color, I1 clarity). The lines of this ring are simple and graceful, while the opulence of the diamonds elevates the design to luxury status. This is definitely a ring to be noticed.
18 karat white gold is a beautiful and flattering precious metal for diamond jewelry. This luxurious metal has a wonderful white color and luster that complements the clear brilliance of diamonds. 18k gold is 75% pure 24 karat gold, with the remaining percentage being alloy metals that add strength. 18k has a lustrous white color, and a slightly heavier weight than 14k. Its durability makes it well-suited for a diamond ring that will be worn everyday. As a precious metal, 18k will naturally patina, or scratch lightly on the surface, but the original bright polished luster can be maintained through an occasional cleaning and polishing.
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Monday, May 19, 2008
10k White Gold Diamond Heart and Circle Pendant (1/6 cttw, I-J Color, I2-I3 Clarity), 18"
Thirty-six genuine round diamonds (1/6 cttw) add a little sparkle to this precious circle and heart pendant. The diamonds line the angled heart, which hugs the lower edge of a circle frame, and also decorate the bail above. Beautifully crafted in polished 10 karat white gold, this pendant presents on a delicate 18-inch rope chain that's finished with a spring ring clasp. It makes a charming gift for someone you love.
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Wednesday, May 14, 2008
14K White Gold Diamond Bracelet
This bracelet will be wrapped in a beautiful gift bag. In addition, a gift message can be added.
16.50 Ct. TW Diamonds, GH Color VS1-VS2 Clarity.
This bracelet is 7 inches long but can be ordered in a different length. Please contact me for the price difference for a different length bracelet.
Also available in different quality/color of diamonds and/or different weights of diamonds. Please search GIM522 for a full listing of this bracelet.
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Tuesday, May 6, 2008
10k Yellow Gold Mother's Heart-Shaped Diamond Journey Pendant
Mother and child are beautifully depicted in this stylized heart-shaped journey pendant, crafted from polished 14 karat yellow gold. Six round diamonds are graduated in size and arranged along the lower edge of the pendant in a journey-style curve that symbolizes the growth of love. A beautiful and classy choice for a new or seasoned mom, this pendant is showcased on a slender 10 karat gold rope chain that fastens with a spring ring clasp.
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Friday, May 2, 2008
10.28cttw Round Diamond Stud Earrings Egl I/SI1-Si2
10.28cttw Round Brilliant Cut 4-Prong Diamond Stud Earrings Egl Certified I/SI1-Si2 (11.25-11.20X6.76mm; 11.29-11.23X6.75mm)
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Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Sterling Silver Diamond "Leaf" Earrings
You just can't leave this silver behind! Created from polished sterling silver these earrings feature a three-layer leaf design. The inner part is layered with bead set diamond accents. There are a total of forty .005ct round diamonds. Total diamond weight is 0.20ct (color: H-I, clarity: I-2, I-3). These earrings measure 2"L x 11/16"W and have french hook backs. Netaya Style# 3SSB811D/01
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Monday, April 28, 2008
14k Yellow Gold Ruby Heart and Devil Pendant w/ Diamond Accent
Show off your sassy side with this devil heart pendant, crafted from 14 karat yellow gold. A stunning heart-shaped lab-created ruby serves as the centerpiece. Held in a three-prong setting, it has a faceted cut and a vibrant red hue. Curved devil's horns and a diamond-tipped devil's tail add a provocative touch. The pendant is featured on a 14 karat yellow gold rope chain that fastens with a spring ring clasp.
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Saturday, April 26, 2008
Certified Diamond (Oval, Very Good cut, 7.00 carats, D color, SI1 clarity)
Media: Loose Stones
Stone Clarity: SI1
Stone Color: D
Stone Cut: Very Good
Stone Shape: Oval
Stone Weight: 7
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 2.4 x 2.4 x 1.4
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Friday, April 25, 2008
10k Yellow Gold Diamond Double Circle Pendant
Shimmering round diamonds, in round and marquise frames, decorate this wreath-like double circle pendant. This delightful piece is crafted in 10 karat yellow gold and showcased on a delicate rope chain with additional diamond stations. There are 52 small bezel- and pave-set diamonds altogether in this lovely necklace, for a total diamond weight of .15 carat.
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Thursday, April 24, 2008
Sterling Silver Marcasite & Cubic Zirconia Flower Necklace
This starburst necklace stands out with its bold, vintage-inspired design. Fashioned from sterling silver with polished and oxidized finishes, it showcases a mix of dark marcasite and bright shimmering cubic zirconia stones, set along diamond-shaped petals that emanate from a small marcasite bead center. Large enough to get noticed, but not overwhelming, the pendant has a slight concave shape and a smooth polished surface in back for a comfortable feel against the skin. A brightly polished 18-inch sterling silver box chain threads directly through the pendant and fastens in back with a spring ring clasp.
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Monday, April 21, 2008
1 Carat Sterling Silver CZ Hoop Earrings
Product Description
The look of white gold at a silver price! These sterling silver earrings perfectly mimic white gold and diamonds with their rhodium finish and cubic-zirconia stones. Rhodium is a metal that is part of the platinum family. High-end silver and gold are rhodium treated to prevent oxidation and to have the white shiny look associated with platinum and white gold. These earrings' rhodium finish will prevent them from tarnishing.
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Sunday, April 20, 2008
10k White Gold Black Diamond Infinity Pendant (1/4 cttw)
Black and white diamonds spiral down this graceful infinity pendant. Crafted in 10 karat white gold, it has a beautiful interwoven design that forms three marquise-shaped loops. A total of 50 black and white diamonds (1/4 cttw) are prong-set along the front of the pendant. These include .13 carat of black diamonds and .12 carat of white diamonds (I-J color, I3 clarity). The pendant dangles below a diamond-accented triangle bale. A delicate 18-inch rope chain completes the design.
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Friday, April 18, 2008
14k Choice of White or Yellow Gold Double Heart Pendant w/ Diamond Accent
Two polished gold hearts are beautifully interwoven and accented with a single diamond each in this very romantic pendant. Available in your choice of 14 karat white or yellow gold, this is the perfect gift to let her know that she's captured your heart. An 18-inch rope chain, made from 14 karat gold, threads through the back of the pendant to complete the design.
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Wednesday, April 16, 2008
14k Gold Heart and Devil Diamond Pendant
This sassy pendant hints to the world that there's a little devil in you. Fashioned from 14 karat gold, it highlights a diamond-studded open heart with polished gold devil horns and a diamond-tipped devil's tail. Showcased on a 14 karat gold rope chain with a spring ring clasp, this pendant is the perfect mix of sexy and sweet.
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Tuesday, April 15, 2008
14k Choice of White or Yellow Gold Black Diamond Studs
Black diamonds are a sophisticated choice that's always in vogue. Embrace the look with these beautiful black diamond stud earrings, available in your choice of gleaming 14 karat white or yellow gold. The diamonds (1 cttw) are held securely in four-prong basket settings and featured on posts with friction back closures.
Brand Name: Amazon.com Collection
Metal stamp: 14k
Metal: gold
Gem Type: black-diamond
Setting: 4-prong-setting
Diameter: 4.5 millimeters
Back finding: friction back with butterfly
Total metal weight: 1 Grams
Number of stones: 2
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Monday, April 14, 2008
14k White Gold Diamond Ring (1-1/2 ct. tw.)
$5,500.00
Celebrate the past, present and future with this three-stone diamond ring. This perfectly stunning expression of love features three exquisite round-cut diamonds (1-1/2 ct. t.w.) in an elegant 14k white gold setting.
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