Old jewelry is old jewelry…enough already!
Okay, not really. There’s very real differences between antique jewelry and estate jewelry, for instance. And if you’re interested in purchasing, those differences count.
Our friends at Brilliant Earth provide a detailed description below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J32qHW3MCfo
If you’re anything like me, you had a mom (or aunt or grandmother) who wore them. And quietly, you always wondered why. Clip-on earrings seemed like a dull, quiet act of masochism. No it didn’t hurt a lot–but it certainly didn’t feel good. (And let’s not even discuss those screw-on earrings…yikes!)
So what are the benefits for clip-on earrings (when post earrings seem infinitely more comfortable)?
Well, for one thing: you give your ear lobes a break. The constant tug on your ears from heavy earrings can lead to elongated holes and in the worst case scenario, a split of your earlobe (which often takes cosmetic surgery to repair).
Another benefit of the clip-on: they’re not your mother’s clip-ons anymore! They’re designed now to sit on your ears lightly an gently. (We like smaller to mid-size clip-on earrings to really experience how comfortable they can be.)
Lastly, clip-ons (even larger ones) can be fun for a night out. They open up a new world of design possibilities (think thrift store finds) and even if you feel a little tug, its only for a few hours.
Sterling silver is the workhouse of jewelry metals. Not as glamorous as its gold or platinum counterparts, but it makes up for it with its malleability, beauty and durability. But don’t let its sensible price-tag make you think its cheap; top designers around the world use it in their high-end designs.
So what is sterling silver exactly?
Sterling silver is generally 92.5% silver and 7.5% other metal alloy (usually copper).
To ensure you’re getting the best quality sterling silver jewelry, buy from established, reputable jewelry companies and look for marks like these:
Actually authentic 925 sterling silver is not that inexpensive. But the extra cost is worth it for the quality and lifetime value of the jewelry.
Is sterling silver durable?
Interestingly, sterling silver jewelry can last a lifetime. Its all about the care (not surprisingly).
How do I clean sterling silver jewelry:
The best part with cleaning sterling silver jewelry? You can do it your home using basic ingredients:
Style 102798. Sterling silver heart shaped necklace with .06ct t.w. round natural diamonds and milgrained edges, set on an 18″ cable chain.
Wow, you couldn’t ask for a more info-packed and SHORT video. This eHow video addresses any points we’d mention to clients when choosing jewelry with a sleeveless gown (down to wearing a stunning bracelet on the hand that will be cutting the wedding cake). If you’re a bride who needs to make big fashion decisions and is short on time, this is the video for you!
