| Jewels have been used for varied purposes in different civilizations. Jewelry has served as amulets and body adornments. It has been the object of jealosy, the cause of numerous assassinations, burglaries and betrayal. It has been passed down from one generation to another as a family relic.India is considered to be the country where the first jewelry appeared. In the modern era a lot of people earn a hendy profit by selling exotic handmade jewelry.If you have made up your mind to purchase gems, visit the reputable jeweler's. Below are some valuable recommendations on how to purchase jewelry.1. When opting for metal jewelry, consider markings. Different markings are placed on different pieces. For example, if a piece of jewelry is marked as sterling silver or silver, it indicates that the product contains leastways 92,5% of pure silver. If a piece of jewelry is labelled with "925", it means that it is made of pure silver. The markings "Pt" and "Plat" stand for Platinum - a metal which is a lot more precious and expensive than gold.2. If you have made up your mind to buy a precious stone, ask a shop assistant whether it is natural or artificial. Man-made jewels look very similar to natural ones. The prime metric unit for precious stones is carat. 200 milligrams make 1 carat.3. Make sure that you have received a receipt with the size and weight of a precious stone written.Now when you have purchased a piece of jewelry, keep and store it in the appropriate way to avoid any damage.1. Keep jewels separately, as rubbing up against each other can bright about damage. Store your jewelry in a jewelry box. Or you may use an organiser box or ice cube trays which are much cheaper. Put each piece of jewelry in a Ziploc plastic bag with an anti-tarnish strip inside. Take into account that earrings should always be stored together.2. Necklaces and necklets are strongly recommended to hang up.3. Threads of beads should lay flat.4. Store jewelry away from heat. Store it at room temperature. Direct sunrays may also damage jewelry. If you live in a very dry climatic region, store opals beside a small vessel of water, as they require humidity.5. It is strongly recommended to wipe down jewelry with a wet cotton cloth each time after use.Stick to the above mentioned tips on purchasing and storing jewels and enjoy wearing them. |
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