Tips for Choosing a Gemstone Engagement Ring
Tip #17-Considering Your Lifestyle: Be sure to choose an gemstone engagement
ring that is suitable for her lifestyle. If she is more of a no-nonsense girl
with a very busy lifestyle, it may be a good idea to consider a classic or three
stone design engagement ring. If she likes to make a statement and often wears bold, eye
catching rings, then take a closer look at our
gemstone engagement rings with
larger center stones, wide bands, or ones that are simply dripping in diamonds. The most
popular sizes for the gemstones in a gemstone engagement ring are 1 to 2 carats.
A gemstone engagement ring is like a piece of art, and it does require a certain
amount of care. Really all you need to use is common sense. For example, even
though you may want to put the ring on and never give it another thought, it is
better not to wear your gemstone engagement ring taking a shower, doing
housework, or working in the garden, for example. Your ring will stay cleaner
and newer looking if you are more careful with it. If you do decide that it's
easier for your lifestyle to wear the engagement ring all of the time, just be
sure to clean it regularly. Pay particular attention to the underside of the
gemstone and diamonds since this is where most of the dirt and grime tends to
accumulate. Also it is a good idea to have your setting checked regularly. The
more wear and tear and the more active the lifestyle, the more of a chance you
may have that a stone may be damaged or fall out. Settings can loosen over time
with normal wear and tear. Some of the more delicate gemstone engagement ring
styles, with lots of tiny diamonds or a light metal weight, do require more care
and thought. But don't let that discourage you! Some of the most beautiful rings
we offer are either delicate or are done with lots of diamonds. If the
workmanship is exceptional, what you would expect for an
engagement ring, then
for the most part, no matter what your lifestyle, you will have very few, if
any, issues with your ring. Tanzanite: Named for Tanzania, the country where
the gemstone was first mined in 1967, tanzanite is a relative newcomer to the gemstone kingdom. This exotic, vivid
stone has been found nowhere else on earth. Tanzanite is now an alternate
birthstone for December. Tanzanite
rates 6 1/2 on the Mohs scale of hardness.
Enhancements: Although cutting is the most basic
enhancement method necessary to display the beauty of a gemstone, there are many fascinating methods by which man
has demonstrated his ability to draw maximum color, luster, clarity and brilliance from nature's earthbound
treasures. A basic understanding of these enhancement techniques will add to your appreciation of the beauty,
durability and value of the
gemstone
jewelry you already own, or plan to purchase in the future. Virtually every
tanzanite is heated to
permanently change its color from orange-brown to the spectacular violet-blue color for which this gemstone is
known. This practice is acceptable to the trade. You should assume that the tanzanite sold at
MyJewelrySource is treated unless stated otherwise.Buying a Tanzanite: As with most gems, the most
important factor is color!
Tanzanite ranges from lavender to purple to nearly royal blue. The deeper, richer the color, with pink and red
flashes, the more desirable the gem. Tanzanite in sizes of 2 carats or more is considered important.
Tanzanite is a relatively soft
stone, so if you plan to wear your piece of jewelry a lot, select a piece in which the stone is protected (with a
bezel or semi-bezel) or does not sit too high off the finger.
Tanzanite care: Do not use an ultrasonic or steam cleaner. Avoid sudden temperature changes, steaming and contact
with cosmetics, hairspray, perfume or household chemicals. Clean only with a damp cloth or soft brush with room
temperature water.
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