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Online diamond stores are helpful in selecting a quality stone. Diamonds are a natural substance, a mineral, formed in the Earth's interior, the hardest substance known. Diamonds are often given to others as commitment to never-ending love with popular pieces including anniversary, engagement, and wedding rings. Diamonds are naturally transparent, composed from carbon but by adding chemical compounds to stones, color will result in yellow, blue, red, and even black stones. Online jewelry stores have both transparent and colored diamonds available to purchase.

A search for the perfect stone can be accomplished through online diamond stores. Key considerations when purchasing stones should include carat weight, cut, color, clarity, and price. Popular cuts include round, emerald, princess, and asscher-cut, depending on preference. Choosing the best cut is very important to ensure sparkle and brilliance. The width and depth of the cut will have an effect on the way that light bends within a stone, this can affect the beauty of the piece. Online diamond stores offer helpful advice on choosing the best cut for one's budget.

It is wise to be informed about flaws or inclusions possible when purchasing pieces. Inclusions might include scratches or tiny malformations that take away from the beauty of a stone. Choosing a higher carat weight will cost more but this doesn't necessarily mean that it will be the best deal. Beautiful stones come in all sizes and shapes. Some online diamond stores provide detailed information regarding the composition of the mineral and the way it's made. This information may provide some insight to the consumer regarding purchase, especially since purchasing a diamond is an investment. Take some time to learn all that is possible, shop around, and look at as many cuts as possible before making a final decision.

Other choices at online jewelry stores might include pearls or other kinds of gemstones. Pearls can vary in price depending on the quality and come in a variety of sizes and shapes. Shapes include round, off-round, oval, and teardrop with colors in white, white rose, black, and silver. Jesus spoke of pearls while teaching. "Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a merchant man, seeking goodly pearls: Who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had, and bought it" (Matthew 13:45-46). A consumer usually understands how to shop for a pearl of great price but finding that one perfect pearl is nothing compared to knowing the Lord and pursuing his kingdom.

When shopping for gemstones, be aware of the importance of color, clarity, cut, and size. Traces of various colors in a gemstone may mean higher quality, especially if the overall color is rich. Cut doesn't usually affect the quality of a piece, unlike diamonds. Sellers have tips to further assist the consumer in purchasing the best quality for the money. Be an informed consumer and read informational links located on sites on the Internet about the many varieties of gemstones. Some of the gems found on the Web are emeralds, opals, onyx, pearls, sapphires, rubies and popular birthstones.

Some online jewelry stores sell antique, costume and Victorian pieces. Some of the popular featured items include bracelets and bangles, necklaces, rings, pendants, lockets, and earrings. Pieces are available to the collector who loves special interest items including butterflies, dragonflies, cameos, crosses, among many other choices. Cameos are a popular item when searching for vintage or Victorian articles and they often attract collectors. Some items offered on the Internet are designed by artists and made by hand. Assembling costume treasures is possible by purchasing kits that include everything needed to make one's own pieces. Take a course online or check out sites that give step by step instructions on how to make quality items.

Spruce up jewelry by cleaning, repairing, or transforming it. Maybe a chain that once housed a treasured pendant is broken; replace the chain or take it to a jeweler and have the clasp replaced. There may be salvageable parts on an article that can be used with another item. Maybe there are several treasured pieces in the consumer's collection that can be combined into one piece. Before discarding priceless items take them to the local jeweler or search on the Internet for online jewelry stores. Professionals will be able to tell the consumer if there is a way to fix or transform priceless treasures.

Sometimes all jewelry needs is a good cleaning. Online jewelry stores can suggest a cleaning solution to make those treasured items sparkle again. It is possible to purchase cleaner on the Internet for all different types of pieces. There is an all purpose cleaner available that can be used on most pieces but read the instructions carefully before use to be certain that it is safe. Consumers may choose to take their special items to the local jeweler for cleaning. Many shops use a method of steam cleaning and can make tarnished items look brand new.

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