Buying simulated diamond jewelry is a good way to enjoy the look of diamonds without paying higher prices. Some people confuse simulated diamonds with synthetic diamonds. While simulated diamonds do not have...
Natural gemstones are rare and highly valuable elements from the earth. Consumers admire the beauty of genuine stones, especially in jewelry , but cannot always afford these pieces. Over the last century,...
What is the difference between Real, Lab Created, and Simulated Gemstones? Real or Natural Gemstones: Real gemstones are just that, real and natural, as they were created in nature. Often natural gemstones...
The QVC Shopping Network's line of simulated diamonds, Diamonique, is in my opinion one of the finest quality diamond simulates around. Here's why: -Quality: QVC has an extremely strict quality assurance...
What the Difference between Lab Created , Synthetic and Simulated Gemstones? Lab created, Lab grown and synthetic are synonymous terms. To use either of these terms, according to the FTC, the gemstone must be...
Natural vs. Lab Created vs. Simulated Gemstones. November 29, 2005 People buying or selling gemstones should read FTC 'Guides for the Jewelry, Precious Metals, and Pewter Industries.' The following quote from...
I WANT ALL MY CUSTOMERS TO BE INFORMED.I WISHED I HAD THESE GUIDES WHEN I FIRST STARTED BUYING JEWELRY.WHAT DOES IT MEAN?REAL?CREATED?SIMULATED?FAKE?FAUX?WELL,REAL IS THE NATURAL STONE FROM THE...
First of all, this stuff is GREAT. Several companies make it and numerous Ebayers sell It, but all appear to be comparable. I purchased all of mine from EZFauxDecor. The film I received is durable, impossible...
Harris Michael's Guide to SAFE Jewelry Shopping on eBay There is nothing more disheartening for jewelry shoppers or legitimate jewelers than to see people getting "taken" on eBay. Yes, there are phenomenal...
CZ, Cubic Zirconia, Simulated Diamond? These popular alternatives to natural diamonds are not all created equal. There are many diamond and gemstone simulants on the market, but there is one that clearly...