Platinum vs. Gold Wedding Bands: Which Metal Is Best? Choosing between a platinum wedding band and a gold wedding band is one of the most important decisions when selecting a ring. Both metals are timeless, but they differ significantly in appearance, durability, price, and long-term wear. This guide breaks down the key differences to help … Read more
Flexible bands Hinged, articulated, and flexible wedding bands all refer to the same underlying design, different terms, and the same clever engineering. This relatively modern style draws inspiration from the articulated links found in bracelets and necklaces, adding a touch of movement and innovation to the traditional wedding band. What Are Flexible Wedding Bands? Flexible … Read more
What Do Wedding Bands Presidents and Royalty wear? Tradition, discretion, and symbolism define the jewelry choices of the world’s most visible figures. Among British royalty, wedding bands are almost exclusively crafted from rare Welsh gold, a material prized for its scarcity and distinctive, warm hue. Queen Elizabeth II wore such a band, paired with her … Read more
Understanding Metal Finishes Every metal finish falls into one of two categories: polished or textured. A polished surface is achieved by meticulously removing scratches, pits, and imperfections until the metal is flawlessly smooth and highly reflective. This finish is the most familiar to all of us. A mirror-like surface is what is usually expected from … Read more
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Chain vs. Necklace A necklace is set with gemstones, while chains are just metal. There is a grey area; for example, Elisa Peretti’s Diamonds By The Yard can be classified as a “chain” or a “necklace.” There are many types of necklaces: Choker is a short necklace resting on the collarbone Sautoir – very long … Read more
Knowing the ring parts is the key to understanding a design. Unfortunately, most jewelry terms are inconsistent, which makes it difficult to discuss the design. The brief glossary courtesy of Leon Mege Center for Advanced Jewelry Studies will help to communicate with us. Shank Most rings have two main parts: the head and the shank. … Read more
A chain is a string of interconnected links of various patterns, shapes, and sizes. Cable chain is the most popular style. Chain types Cable chain A Cable chain is assembled from uniform oval links usually made of round wire. A very fine cable chain called Trace chain is used in bespoke jewelry. Rolo chain Rolo … Read more
