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The word 'opal' comes from the Sanskrit upala, meaning 'precious' or 'valuable stone'…
Category Archives: Design & Product Knowledge
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One of the first gems ever mined, turquoise delighted traders on the Silk Road…
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Soft Flex is an excellent medium for making beaded jewellery, and also one of the easiest to work with.
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Derived from the Greek word krystallos, which has been translated as 'clear ice,' crystal refers to some of the most impressive and bizarre mineral outgrowths found in nature…
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Looking at the fashion trend for the last few years, geometric designs are in. You’ll notice this trend increasingly in Balenciaga or Pedro Lourenco. A great way to play off…
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In the modern world, glass has an interesting multiple personality…
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Even today jade is frequently associated with the Chinese Dynasties, and still conveys its legacy as the official Imperial Jewel…
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Aventurine is a form of quartz that is given visual distinction by its unique, shimmering surface…
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Chains can be used to dramatically suspend gems, stones, jewellery beads, and all manner of precious materials…
Gold Filled, Gold Vermeille, Design & Product Knowledge
Gold Vermeille & Gold-Filled, What’s the Difference?
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Gold vermeille ( pronounced ‘vermay’ ) refers to sterling silver that has been plated with a layer of gold. The base metal is usually sterling silver but, in some markets, this isn’t always the case. If the item is to qualify as gold vermeille it must have at least one 10 karate layer of gold […]
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