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Diamond Jewelry Care

by: Keith Thompson

You just dropped several large bills to get your beloved (or maybe yourself!) a diamond or diamonds that take your breath away. That kind of investment deserves some careful attention, and that's the subject of discussion. To make your diamonds last a lifetime, there are several areas, some obvious, some not; that you need to keep in mind. While diamonds may be the hardest compound on earth, they still need some loving care.

There are cleaning, checking your settings, security and traveling.

CLEANING YOUR DIAMONDS Your diamonds can get pretty grotesque with day to day wear. Lotions, harsh soaps, food and even the oils from your skin can contribute to a less than lustrous diamond. Here are the four most popular ways to clean your diamonds at home.
1-Give them a mild detergent bath, gently using a small soft brush to wash away loose impediments. Be careful to do this in a small bowl away from the sink as the only thing worse than a filthy diamond is a lost one!
2-Soak them in solution of half ammonia and half cold water for about 30 minutes. Be sure to only use a soft bristled brush as it's possible to scratch your diamonds.

3-use one of the Quick Dip solutions sold in stores. Follow the directions and be sure not to handle the clean diamonds with your fingers, ruining all your hard work. Pick your diamond jewelry up by it's edges.

4-Ultrasonic cleaning. There's lot's of these small machines that will clean your diamond jewelry in a snap. Just be sure and follow directions, as each machine is different.

CHECKING YOUR DIAMOND SETTINGS At least once a year have your diamond jewelry settings checked by a reputable jeweler. Have them check for a secure placement, particularly if your diamond is set in soft metals such as 24k gold.

DIAMOND SECURITY Some thoughts on securing your diamonds. Keep your diamond jewelry in soft fabric covered jewelry boxes, preferably with individual compartments. One of the only things that can cut a diamond is another diamond, so keep them away from each other. don't wear it when doing hard heavy work. It's possible to chip your diamond with a hard glancing blow. Keep your treasures away from small, playful fingers. If you have a large amount, consider videotaping or digitally storing photos of your gems for insurance purposes. And be smart: don't wear your 15 carat diamond necklace to a Raider game and expect to make anything but a lot of new friends!

TRAVELING WITH DIAMONDS When traveling, store your diamonds in soft jewelry bags, individually, and use a specially designed jewelry travel case if you can get one. They are made for this purpose, and are handy indeed.

A piece of diamond jewelry means many things to many people. Diamonds are a symbol of great affection. Please honor those who gave this gift to you by giving your diamonds careful and regular care and attention and you'll be rewarded with a lifetime with a lifetime of sparkle!

About The Author

Keith Thompson is a writer captivated by bling! For more information on diamonds visit his site http://www.engagement-ring-deals.info.

Kitchen Improvements ? Enjoy Now and When You Sell

by: Raynor James

Who would?ve ever though the kitchen could be the key to building wealth in your home? Well, it is. If you are going to increase the value of your home through improvements, the kitchen is a very good place to start.

Improvements

Obviously, making improvements to a kitchen is entirely dependent upon the current state of the kitchen. Still, there are particular areas you should focus on.

Colors

The colors in a kitchen can enhance the overall feel and worth. Neutral colors are used frequently in up-to-date kitchens. Soft shades of gray, cream, gold and earth tones turn up often. Wood in cabinets and floors tends to be in medium to light colored finishes. Sometimes it?s painted and then the paint is wiped off to show the wood grain. Brushed steel hoods over ranges or cooking units are popular and practical. ?Islands? are also still popular. Sometimes the material...

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April Celebrities Share The Diamond Birthstone With You

April Celebrities Share The Diamond Birthstone With You

by: Sher Matsen

If you are still young enough to admit you have birthdays and your birthday falls in April then you already know the diamond is April?s birthstones.
Celebrities who already have a love affair with diamonds are even more apt to be seen wearing diamonds if their birthday is in April.
There are many April celebrities that share the diamond birthstone with you.

But did you know that the diamond is also deep in mystical powers from ancient times?
It is said to enhance ones competence, trust and love relationships.

Diamonds also have a long history in their medicinal qualities.
During ancient times diamonds were believed to heal illness.
Diamonds were first placed into the bed to warm the diamond to enhance their healing qualities.

It is even said that over the centuries Cupid?s arrows were tipped in diamonds...

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Body Piercing, Is There Anything Wrong With It?

by: David Kunstek

When you spend a day at the mall, you see people with body piercings.
Perhaps you see someone with a nose ring.
Another may have a belly button ring.
In fact, you may see people with some really crazy body piercing.
Is there any reason that people should not have so many body piercings?
When it all comes down to it, it is everyone's separate decision to be made, but we must ask, is there anything wrong with it, really?

Body piercing is popular, especially among teens.
Something that once started as earrings led to the piercing of many other body parts.
Do you have your ears pierced?
Is there something wrong with people who have their ears pierced?
Many teens find body piercing to be a way of self expression and a way to rebel.
Today, people get their noses, tongues, eye brows, belly buttons...

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Understanding the Different Cuts of Diamonds

Understanding the Different Cuts of Diamonds

by: Amanti Leddar

Diamonds are hot favorites all over the world not only because of their dazzling beauty, but also because they are so versatile; they look good on anyone and match everything. Diamonds come in many styles and varieties, called cuts. The value of a diamond in terms of price and popularity depends on the various cuts. The more popular cuts are more expensive than the less popular cuts. This is because the cut of the diamond enhances its beauty. So, you can see two diamonds of equal weight but cut differently with a price difference of hundreds of dollars.

The most popular cut in diamonds is the round cut. When diamonds are cut to look like circles they sparkle brightly. A round brilliant cut is one of the most expensive cuts of diamond. Round cut diamonds are very popular on engagement rings because they look beautiful as part of a multi-stone ring or as a solitaire. The round cut...

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Want Christmas Day To Last FOREVER - Then You Need To Do This

Want Christmas Day To Last FOREVER - Then You Need To Do This

by: Kacy Carr

An ideal gift that you can give or receive on Christmas day has to be a token that holds affectionate meanings, and that being is a piece of ornate Jewelry.

Jewelry can denote many things as in i.e. will you be my friend wife/husband or thank you for just being who you are.

Occasions are to numerous to mention for the giving of Jewelry.

Slippers become a habitual buy for dad, chocolates for mum are fattening, flowers die clothes fade, plus the entire above mentioned have a sell by date. So after they have gone that Christmas is forgotten. By giving the right gift then memories are forever.

People intend to treasure their jewelry all because it was given by someone special and that person being you will stay forever in there hearts

Put a little sparkle into this Christmas by lighting up the eyes of a loved one by presenting them with jewels embedded...

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E-gold Investing: Make Money With Currency Trading

E-gold Investing: Make Money With Currency Trading

by: Charles Cruz

Many people are already starting to pay attention to the newest online trend: E-gold investing.

E-gold investing is a all about a system that allows you to profit from the money that is being traded everyday on the internet. What you're doing when you are trading e-gold (or e-currencies) is that you are providing the backup for internet money. Let me go back a bit. What exactly do I mean by "backup for internet money"?

There is a cashflow of all of the money that is being moved throughout the internet every day. However, this money has to have, for every dollar that is being backed up, a physical backup of that dollar must exist.

This is a very superficial explanation about how the dxgold system works, but to be honest, to profit from it, you don't have to understand exactly how it works to profit from it. If I were to put the e-gold training courses into a metaphor...

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Understanding the Different Cuts of Diamonds

Understanding the Different Cuts of Diamonds

by: Amanti Leddar

Understanding the Different Cuts of Diamonds

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