As odd as it may sound, gallstones are an item that may be found on a shelf in a closet or cabinet. Some may keep them as souvenirs after surgical removal or passing them. Perhaps you have thought about using the gallstones in a creative way, such as for jewelry. Well, despite all logical predictions…
A prong setting is an excellent way to show most of your engagement stones since they take up little room on your ring. Prong settings usually have four or six metal prongs extending over the stone from the ring’s basket. They help secure the gemstone and also increase its exposure to light. Prong settings are…
Have you ever seen a crystal before? How did you know that it was a crystal? You need to know whether a stone is a crystal or not so that you do not overspend on a stone that isn’t what it is said to be. Are there imitation crystals? If so, how can you identify…
Aside from being a medium of exchange, coins are used in many different ways. Some people use them to tighten screws when no screwdriver is around the house. There are also people who use coins to test tire threads and as spacers when setting up floor tiles. If the coins are big enough, they can…
Most jewelry nowadays is made from gemstones or imitation gemstones. People ascribe value to a lot of the sparkly jewels we see, but in the end, a rock is a rock. Beauty is found in all parts of nature, and just because a stone isn’t a diamond doesn’t mean it isn’t worth wearing around your…
Using clear nail polish on jewelry is a hack that a lot of people learn once they discover that they have sensitivity to nickel. For many folks, it’s a bad experience when they buy a lovely piece of jewelry that they can’t wait to wear, only to have it turn their ear, wrist, finger, or…
If someone told you cleaning your jewelry with hydrogen peroxide would damage it, you’d probably try to find another way to clean your precious and beautiful pieces. When you consider the financial or sentimental value attached to your gold jewelry, you likely don’t want to take chances. But is it really true? Does hydrogen peroxide…
Jewelry can bear a significant symbol or personal touch that reflects the wearer’s individual personality and style. Depending on their sense of style and artistic talent, experienced jewelers can turn anything into fine ornaments. They can even turn copper pipes into jewelry! Before we dive into the process of making jewelry out of this unique…
We have heard a slew of claims about apple cider vinegar of late; it aids digestion, helps in weight loss, grows hair, and even benefits skincare. Some claims have stood the test of the internet audience, while others didn’t seem to pan out. One of the most asked questions about apple cider vinegar (ACV) is…
The internet abounds with various methods for cleaning old silver. And while some of these methods are effective, should you really be using them on your antique silverware? Will the value of your old silver remain the same after polishing it? Does polishing old silver decrease value? Polishing old silver can decrease its value. Unfortunately,…