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| - | Learning how to incorporate jewelry correctly into your wardrobe can be difficult. There is so much information available, applying it to your life can seem pointless. The tips in this article should help you assess what you need to make your jewelry work in everyday situations.
| + | Does your sense of style need an update with some new jewelry? Perhaps you're looking to add a splash of color to a drab outfit. Or maybe you want to buy a gift for a close friend. You are sure to find useful advice in this selection of tips and tricks. |
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| - | A magnet is a useful tool when shopping for jewelry in sterling silver. Metals that aren't precious will connect to the magnet, signaling that it is fake. You can recognize sterling silver by stamps that say '.925' or 'ster'. If there is no hallmark, the piece is probably not authentic and may, indeed, be counterfeit.
| + | [http://www.plus.friendite.com/blogs/234461/347362/strategies-on-how-to-purchase-hi Tips And Strategies On How To Get The Right Jewelry] Be cautious of the way all of your personal jewelry gets stored together. Using boxes, hooks, holders, and compartments is very effective for ensuring the pieces stay separated. Tossing all of your jewelry into the same box is a bad plan. Heavy pieces should not be placed in the same compartment with fragile pieces. |
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| - | When you purchase jewelery ensure you know what you are buying. Jewels come in natural, synthetic and imitation forms. Natural stones and synthetic gems are both real, but imitation gems are probably just colored glass or plastic. Natural comes from the ground, while synthetic ones are created in a lab.
| + | Give the jewelry a test-run by wearing it for a day. Does it feel comfortable and hang properly? You'll also be able to get a better idea of the piece's durability. |
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| - | [http://my.opera.com/hearnegjirkyazyujna/blog/2013/08/23/quick-tips-for-getting-the-most-out-of-your-jewelry-2 Making The Most Of Your Jewelry Collection] Consider how you should best clean each piece of your jewelry. Metals, gemstones and settings all have different storage and cleaning requirements. Something that may help one piece of jewelry might hurt another one. If you're not sure of how to properly care for your jewelry, seek advice from a reputable jeweler.
| + | Arm yourself with a magnet and a magnifying glass when shopping for sterling silver jewelry. By using the magnet you can quickly determine if the jewelry item is made of a cheaper metal and not sterling silver. Sterling silver will always be hallmarked with a stamp such as .925, ster. or sterling. If the piece is not hallmarked in any way, be leery of its authenticity because oftentimes it is a sign of a fake. |
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| - | Costume jewelry needs to be handled carefully. Often, stones will be glued into their settings, which makes them more prone to falling out than regular jewelry. Don't immerse costume jewelry in water, and never wash costume jewelery pieces with harsh chemicals. The most effective way to safely clean them is wiping with a damp cloth, then drying with a different, soft cloth. This will make your costume jewelry sparkle for weeks, months, or even years.
| + | [http://bloggd.org/blog/v/n3Hc/Making+The+Most+Of+Your+Jewelry+Collection Making The Most Of Your Jewelry Collection] A good piece of jewelery can last you your whole life. Don't buy jewelry from less than reputable stockists if you expect your pieces to be of the highest quality. You can tell when jewelry is of high quality, due to the excellent craftsmanship. The jeweler you buy it from should be providing you with a provenance on the piece. Details of where it came from, what it is made from and who made it. Making sure that it is high-quality will ensure that it lasts forever. |
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| - | [http://community.babycenter.com/journal/growth55golf/10849249/quick_tips_for_getting_the_most_out_of_your_jewelry Finding The Perfect Piece Of Jewelry Can Be Easy] One way to ensure that your jewelry stays clean is to put it only after you have applied your make-up and it has had time to set. If you put on makeup after you put on your jewelry, dust and particles from the makeup will migrate to the jewelry, which makes it dirty quite quickly. This is even more necessary for earrings and necklaces.
| + | One way to ensure that your jewelry stays clean is to put it only after you have applied your make-up and it has had time to set. If you put on makeup after you put on your jewelry, dust and particles from the makeup will migrate to the jewelry, which makes it dirty quite quickly. This is even more necessary for earrings and necklaces. |
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| - | Buying jewelry is better if you keep watch for sales. If the deal is good, you may be able to save some serious money! Check for the best sales in the paper, online, and in store windows. Keep an eye out for deep discounts on jewelry styles that are nearing the end of their popularity. The price is right for what is still a lovely piece of jewelry.
| + | Wearing the jewelry yourself can help you decide if it will be appropriate for your intended recipient. You will also find out if your creation is durable enough. |
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| - | Think about what stones you would want before you purchase a new piece of jewelry. The right stone will enhance your skin tone and make a statement about your personality. Colors should be neutral so that they go with most of your outfits. Do not buy anything that you cannot wear.
| + | Before you buy, ask if the gemstone has been treated, and the method for doing so. Gemstone treatment can affect the type of care the piece needs. You do not want to try to clean a treated gem with a solution that may strip the treatment and damage the gem in the process. |
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| - | You will need to take special care when you are buying costume jewelery! These pieces are often put together with glue, which does not last as long as other methods. Don't submerge costume jewelry in water or clean it with abrasives. The best way to maintain your costume jewelry is to use a moist, warm cloth first, then dry it off with another cloth. This will make your costume jewelry sparkle for weeks, months, or even years.
| + | When deciding on which jewelry pieces to buy, look through the sales advertisements. Finding the right sale can save you a lot of money. Check for great sales online, in the newspaper, and even storefront windows. Buying styles that are going out of fashion can be a huge money saver, even getting up to 50% off. |
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| - | [https://heello.com/pants10throne/14604915 Strategies On How To Purchase High Quality Jewelry] Always look for discounts if you want jewelery. You could save a lot of money if you take the time to look for better prices. Locate the best prices online, in newspapers and in stores. Sometimes, if you buy a fashion that is not 'up and coming', you can save some money. | + | [http://fr8pals.com/group/57620 Strategies On How To Purchase High Quality Jewelry] Before you buy, ask the jeweler if and how the gemstone was treated. Gemstone treatment can affect the type of care the piece needs. If you have a treated gem you should avoid any solution that could damage the gem by stripping the treatment. |
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| - | Jewelry that is well looked-after will always retain its investment cost, as well as providing you with strong sentimental value in the years ahead. By learning what you need to do to properly care for your jewelry, you are working to protect memories and the money invested in it. You can find more information to continuously educate yourself on how to treat jewelry.
| + | If you want to be successful with your jewelry investment, then you need to learn all that you can about it. Spend your time working towards it and less time finding information now that you have read this article. These tips that you have learned will help you be successful when it comes to jewelery. |
