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Tips on Buying Gold or Silver Jewelry
« on: March 09, 2013, 08:16:34 PM »
By Vera Gibbons | Yahoo! Shopping – 17 hours ago


What determines price?

The purity of the metal is one of the elements that determines the price.  Gold purity is indicated with a stamp of 10K, 14K, 18K, or 24K.  And different countries have their own standards.  For example, for a piece to be considered gold in the US, it must be at least 10K.  In Britain and Canada: 9K; In Italy and France: 18K.  Anything over 18K is really too soft for everyday wear.  That’s why jewelry stores in the US sell mostly 14K.

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Re: Tips on Buying Gold or Silver Jewelry
« Reply #1 on: March 09, 2013, 08:18:50 PM »
How much can you expect to pay?

That depends on the weight of the metal and the gemstone.  So keep that in mind, especially when buying online, says jewelry expert, Michele Lau.  To keep yourself from getting ripped off, ask yourself the following:

How long has the company been around?

What is its return policy?

Is the jewelry featured on the website visible from all directions?

Is the company transparent with the gram weights and the size of the gemstones?

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Re: Tips on Buying Gold or Silver Jewelry
« Reply #2 on: March 09, 2013, 08:19:24 PM »
Yellow gold? White? Rose?

Yes, it’s confusing, and while largely a personal decision, there are a few things to keep in mind, says Lau. For starters, white or rose gold costs about 10% more than yellow gold. If you want the “look for less,” consider gold-plated jewelry. “Gold plated” and “gold overlay” mean the same thing and guarantee a thicker layer of finish than “vermeil” which is a flash finish that is thinner and less consistent, but more affordable.  Lau recommends buying vermeil finished pieces for fashionable pieces you want for a season or two. For pieces you want to wear for a lifetime, solid gold is best.

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Re: Tips on Buying Gold or Silver Jewelry
« Reply #3 on: March 09, 2013, 08:20:00 PM »
What about sterling silver?

Sterling silver has been a savvy alternative for white gold during the difficult economy, and while it used to be more popular with just the younger, edgier consumer, these days it has much more mass appeal.  So much so that retailers are now offering fine gemstones with silver--something you used to see only with gold, says Lau. Interested?

Keep in mind that in the US, the sterling silver standard is 92.5% real silver. Don’t buy it if there isn’t a “925” stamp on it. And keep in mind that the lower price you’re paying for silver means more maintenance. To keep silver jewelry from tarnishing consider keeping a piece of chalk in your jewelry box.

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Re: Tips on Buying Gold or Silver Jewelry
« Reply #4 on: March 09, 2013, 10:56:17 PM »
Yellow gold? White? Rose?

3-in-1 rings:







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Re: Tips on Buying Gold or Silver Jewelry
« Reply #5 on: March 10, 2013, 08:32:50 AM »
Snakeskin motif:





Hmm, more of bicycle tire motif man diay... ;D

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