If a person has a natural high acidity level in his/her skin, it is possible for his/her finger to “turn green” from jewelry or gold jewelry, or for silver jewelry to blacken especially when the weather is hot and humid. The green is actually caused by oxidation, and all silver will oxidize (it’s also whatContinue reading “Why Sterling Silver May Turn Your Finger Green?”
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What Does Gold Karat Mean? – What is Karat Gold?
Jewelry Care , Blog , Education karat meaning , gold jewelry , gold What is Karat Gold? Karat Gold refers to a standardized industry unit of measurement regarding the percentages of metal alloy added to pure to to either strengthen it, decrease gold caratage to reduce costs or change it’s color. This World Gold CouncilContinue reading “What Does Gold Karat Mean? – What is Karat Gold?”
Brief History of Gold Jewelry
Gold and gold jewelry has been a treasured commodity throughout ancient history. The first historical evidence of gold jewelry in a society occurred in ancient Egypt around 3,000 B.C. Gold was a highly valued metal that was easy to work with in its purest form. Gold was treasured in Egyptian mythology. Gold and gold jewelryContinue reading “Brief History of Gold Jewelry”
Cleaning Your Sterling Silver Jewelry
Sterling silver is a commonly used precious metal for jewelry for its affordability and for it is lustrous color, versatility, and durability. Sterling silver is commonly used in Irish Jewelry like claddagh rings. But beautiful sterling silver jewelry requires good care or it could tarnish, losing its shine and luster. Sterling silver is silver thatContinue reading “Cleaning Your Sterling Silver Jewelry”
Summer Jewelry Care Tips
Summer weather and all that comes with the excitement of the season can be very hard on jewelry of all kinds. Protecting your jewelry from the harsh summer elements and outdoor activities are every important part of your jewelry care routine. So as your pack up for your summer vacation or plan on that summer hikeContinue reading “Summer Jewelry Care Tips”
Men’s Jewelry Trends
Let’s talk about social media infuencers, those trend setters. These day with the popularity of social media these days trends in jewelry especially are spreading quickly. Men’s jewelry trends in fashion are on fire as of late. As it turns out men like to accessorize just as much as women. They are taking a lotContinue reading “Men’s Jewelry Trends”
Ring Warmer Ceremony Guide
A ring warming ceremony during an Irish wedding is typically performed in lieu of a unity candle ceremony. A ring warming ceremony is an endearing way to include the bride and grooms friends and family in their beautiful nuptials. A ring warming ceremony involves passing your wedding rings around to your wedding guests to haveContinue reading “Ring Warmer Ceremony Guide”
The Scottish Luckenbooth History and Origins
The Luckenbooth is traditionally a Scottish love token. The Luckenbooth brooch design is an ancient symbol of Scotland, and a traditional token of betrothal as a symbol of affection, friendship and fidelity given as a loving gift for the past four hundred years. Scotland a land of exquisite highland beauty and now synonymous with theContinue reading “The Scottish Luckenbooth History and Origins”
JDPN Celebrates Women’s History Month
To promote Women’s History Month the JDPN is having 2 webinars about women in the Jewelry Biz. Our first one features 2 women in unconventional careers in the diamond trade, Aleah Arundale and Jaime Feld. It’s tomorrow at 6:30pm ET.Register with this link: https://lnkd.in/dzT9B-8
The Romantic Irish Tradition of The Claddagh Ring
The Claddagh is a legendary jewelry item that epitomizes timeless values. The legacy design cues hands on either side of a heart and a crown on top. The classic Claddagh ring shows the wearer’s family situation. Thus, a heart looking out the fingertips means you’re single, whereas this element pointing towards the wrist means thatContinue reading “The Romantic Irish Tradition of The Claddagh Ring”
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