Platinum Jewelry:
Platinum is pure, rare, eternal and
versatile. Platinum is a natural white metal and because it is generally
95% pure (18 karat gold is 75% pure),
platinum jewelry does not fade or tarnish
and will keep its look for a lifetime. Platinum's purity makes it hypoallergenic
and ideal for those with sensitive skin. Platinum is extremely rare, 35 times
rarer than gold. In fact, it is estimated that if all the platinum in the world
were poured into one Olympic swimming pool it would be scarcely deep enough to
cover your ankles!
Gold would fill more than three pools. Platinum is
eternal and platinum jewelry is the perfect choice for a lifetime of everyday
wear. Its density and weight make it more durable than other
jewelry metals.
Platinum does not wear away and holds precious stones firmly and securely. Like
all precious metals, platinum scratches. However, the scratch on a platinum
piece is merely a displacement of the metal and none of its volume is lost.
You can feel the difference in a platinum ring. Platinum weighs 60% more than
14k gold. In addition to its strength and density, platinum is remarkably
pliable. Just one gram of platinum can be drawn to fine wire over one mile long.
Platinum also plays an important role in medicine. It is not affected by the
oxidizing reaction of blood, has excellent conductivity, and is compatible with
living tissue. Because of these properties,
platinum is used for pacemakers and
is a life-saving metal for many people. Platinum's rarity and uncommon
characteristics make it exclusive and distinctive.
Caring for
platinum: Remove your
platinum jewelry on when doing home cleaning, gardening
and other types of heavy work or manual labor. Don't handle bleach or harsh
chemicals when wearing
platinum jewelry. Although
they won't hurt the platinum, chemicals may discolor diamonds or gemstones.
Store pieces separately so they will not be scratched by other items of jewelry.
Clean your platinum jewelry the same way you clean other fine jewelry, using a
pre-packaged jewelry cleaner or by soaking it in a mild solution of soap and
warm water then gently rubbing it with a soft cloth. Take your
platinum piece to
a qualified jeweler for polishing if visible scratches appear. All precious
metals can scratch and platinum is no exception. However, the scratch on
platinum is merely a displacement of the metal and none of its volume is lost.
Over time, platinum develops a natural patina that many people prefer over the
"just polished" appearance. When this happens, you can take your piece to a
qualified jeweler to have it re-polished to a high gloss look.
Diamonds:
Diamond jewelry
makes a wonderful gift for any occasion, whether it be a self-purchase
just because you deserve it or a first
fine jewelry
gift to a sweetheart or a deeply sentimental choice to celebrate your
years together. The diamonds that MyJewelrySource.com uses in our jewelry
meet very strict grading standards and we are very proud of the quality,
workmanship and selection we offer. Ultimately the selection of diamond
jewelry is based on your taste and preferences and MyJewelrySource.com
offers a very wide range of styles from delicate
baby shoe pendants
for the mom-to-be to dramatic
diamond crosses
to celebrate your faith or make a fashion statement. Our
diamond heart pendants
can express your love beautifully and our
solitaires
are always in style. Our
diamond ring
selection ranges from classic
anniversary bands
and
eternity band
rings to engagement
mountings to
colored diamond
fashion pieces. In our
diamond bracelet
collection, you will find traditional
tennis bracelets
and sophisticated
bangles.
Diamond earrings
are always the perfect gift; we offer a wide selection of
diamond studs,
fashionable
inside-outside
styles, and dressy pieces.
Diamonds are the hardest substance known to
man with the highest rating of 10 on the Mohs scale of hardness. Only a
diamond
can scratch another
diamond.
A diamond is made of pure carbon, the only gemstone made of just one
element. Interestingly, carbon is the building block that is found in
every living thing on Earth. What makes
diamonds
so hard is their unique crystal structure, the specific arrangement of
carbon atoms. Millions and millions years ago when the continents were
formed, enough heat and pressure were present deep inside the Earth to
create diamonds.
Blue diamonds
are created when boron is present in addition to the carbon atoms.
Yellow diamonds
form when nitrogen is present. Diamonds have found their way to the
surface through the eruption of volcanoes. The rock formed by the
volcanoes is called Kimberlite and that is where diamonds are found. Today
diamonds are mined in about 25 countries, with a large percentage being
mined in South Africa.
Diamond care:
Diamonds repel water but unfortunately readily accept wax or grease.
Diamonds
will become dirty and dull when they are exposed to skin oils, perfumes,
lotions, dirt, and dust. These elements adhere to the
surface of the diamond and reduce its brilliance. To clean your
diamond,
While steaming and ultrasonic cleaning will not damage the gemstone, these methods are not recommended by MJS as they may loosen the setting, and subsequently, stones may fall out. Your
diamond jewelry
may also be cleaned with a soft-bristled brush or a cloth with plain or
soapy water or mild household chemicals.
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