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7 OVER COPPER NATURAL ROSE QUARTZ GEMSTONE BRACELET
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1 1 2 NATURAL ROSE QUARTZ PENDANT 925 STERLING SILVER PLATED OVER SOLID COPPER
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75 NATURAL ROSE QUARTZ GEMS CUFF BRACELET 925 SILVER PLATED OVER SOLID COPPER
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6 2 3 9 MAHOGANY JASPER GEMSTONE ROSE GOLD PLATED OVER COPPER BRACELET
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NATURAL ROSE QUARTZ GEMSTONE SOLID COPPER PENDANT 1 5 8
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8SETS ROSE GOLD PLATED OVER COPPER CRIMP OVAL TOGGLE CLASPS FINDINGS 22MM
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Gold is the most popular option for fine jewelry. It won't tarnish, rust or corrode, and even though it is very strong, it is the most malleable of all metals. Pure gold is too soft to be used in jewelry so it is alloyed with a mixture of other metals including cooper, nickel, zinc, or silver to give it more strength and durability. Karatage, noted by a number followed by "k" indicates purity, or how much of the metal is gold.. Karatage is expressed in 24ths, making 24k gold 100% gold. Fine jewelry usually ranges from 10K to 18K and the purer the gold, the softer it will be.

The richness in color also depends on the karatage. Yellow gold is richer in 18k gold compared to 10k gold. With white gold, the color usually is enhanced using rhodium, a hard and durable plating. Over time, if the rhodim plating begins to wear, white gold jewelry can be restored to it's original color using a simple process that can be performed by most any jeweler. There is one type of White Gold that does not require rhodium plating. It is known as x1 gold. Rose gold is mixed with copper which gives it the beautiful pink color.

When properly cared for, gold jewelry can last a lifetime. Gold jewelry should be stored separate from other pieces to avoid scratching. It is best to remove jewelry before bathing as soap can leave a film. Removing jewelry pieces before strenuous activity can help prevent scratching. Gold can be cleaned with commercial jewelry cleaning products. A soft gold polishing cloth can be used for polishing.

Pure silver, also called fine silver, is soft and easily damaged so it is usually combined with other metals in order to be durable enough for jewelry. A variety of other metals can be added to silver to strengthen it. The most popular of these alloys is sterling silver, which consists of 92.5 percent silver and 7.5 percent copper. Copper is the most popular because it is able to be added to silver without effecting the color while still increasing the hardness. Sterling silver is a good choice for jewelry because of its durability and beauty. Sterling silver can be marked with words such as sterling, sterling silver, ster, or.925 to show the quality

With proper care, your fine quality silver will last a lifetime. Silver jewelry should be stored in a cloth pouch or separate compartment in your jewelry box to minimize scratches and other damage. Silver should not be exposed to harsh chemicals such chlorine, bleach or ammonia as these can damage silver.

Silver can also tarnish when it reacts to sulfur and hydrogen in the air. Care can be taken to prevent this dulling process. A commercial product aimed at reducing tarnish can be used with a polishing cloth. Tarnish is most easily removed when it first becomes noticeable. Regular cleanings will keep your silver bright and shiny.

Platinum jewelry is most appealing because of its strength and durability. Other metals can wear down over time, but not platinum. Although platinum can be scratched, it will not chip or splinter. It is the strongest of jewelry metals. It can lose some of its shine over time but your jeweler can bring back the reflective finish using a simple process. Buffing with a soft cloth can also keep the luster looking shiny. Most fine jewelry made with platinum is 95% pure platinum with 5% other alloys.

Platinum jewelry is easy to care for. Soaking platinum in a mild solution of warm soapy water and gently scrubbing with a soft brush is usually all that is required to keep platinum looking its best. It will need less maintenance than gold or silver due to its durability.

Stephen Hasty is the owner of Jewelry Ninja, an aggressively low priced online jewelry store than can be viewed at http://www.jewelryninja.com His store sells fine jewelry including a variety of gold, silver, and platinum products.

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