How can I tell a good quality aquamarine gemstone from another?
Q. Im buying a ring, with an aquamarine gemstone and want to know how I can tell a good quality stone from another? Are they measured in carats? How many carats would a good quality aquamarine be?
Asked by Margot D - Mon Nov 3 05:32:18 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. A good one should be pale blue and clear.If it is in natural(uncut)state you would expect to see a hexagonal shape.Chemically and crystallographically it is a form of beryl similar to emerald ( which is green to pale green)I.If the stone is not crystal clear it is of low quality and not fit for jewellery,it is then called Beryl.I can't tell you anything about carat or size;although ,as we all know,a kilogramme beats a milligrame as showing true love!!
Answered by L D - Wed Nov 5 18:09:28 2008

How can I tell a good quality Aquamarine gemstone ring from another?
Q. Im buying a ring, with an aquamarine gemstone and want to know how I can tell a good quality stone from another? Are they measured in carats? How many carats would a good quality aquamarine be?
Asked by Margot D - Mon Nov 3 05:34:09 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I know that the more blue the aquamarine is, the better quality it is. Any tinges of green in the stone make it less desirable. Also really light blue, almost clear stones are not worth as much...
Answered by LadyIlanah - Wed Nov 5 17:58:08 2008

Does this pair of gemstone pendants work together nicely on a necklace, and for my being?
Q. Black Onyx - "The stone of self mastery and self control" with tournaline, the gemstone of poets and teachers? Note: My goal is to become an author and my zodiac sign is the Capricorn.
Asked by Adelle - Fri Dec 25 10:08:23 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. In general, they are a good selection. Since Tourmaline comes in a large variety of colors it will be excellent to mix with the Black Onyx.
Answered by loves_jewels - Sun Dec 27 04:04:16 2009

Where to get a gemstone set into a ring?
Q. I bought a loose gemstone on a cruise ship for $50 planning to get it set in a ring. I haven't been able to find many places that do settings in sterling silver. Is there a place online that you ship your stone to them and they set it for you? Looking to spend less than $100 on the ring and labor. Thanks!
Asked by sky_kats - Mon Nov 9 14:07:13 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. on etsy.com you can put out a request for a custom item and jewelers will answer including their quote.
Answered by loves_jewels - Mon Nov 9 17:36:42 2009

How do I set a loose gemstone in a ring?
Q. I recently bought a loose gemstone and a ring to set it in. What tools do I need to do it myself, and how do I do it? I've made jewelry before and now I'm trying something new. Thanks in advance for your help!
Asked by Allison - Wed Sep 9 18:50:35 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. ask a jeweler theyll do it for you
Answered by Alyssa - Wed Sep 9 18:54:36 2009

What is the most appropriate way of cleaning & polishing gemstone jewelry?
Q. I have few gemstone rings and wanted to know the most appropriate way of cleaning & polishing gemstone jewelry items without spoiling or destroying the gems?
Asked by ratedr57 - Thu Oct 23 05:23:10 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Hello RateDr, Answering this question correctly would depend on your telling what type of Gemstones you have in your jewelry. There is no correct answer for all types of Gemstones. General advice, you already got, but be careful, with Opals, Turquoise, and such! JW
Answered by SERENDIPITIST - Thu Oct 23 15:21:29 2008

How do you clean an Amethyst gemstone?
Q. I have a gold ring with a large Amethyst gemstone set on the ring. The ring is about 15 years old and through the years it has lost its shine and luster. In short, it doesn't sparkle like it should. How do I clean the gemstone to bring back that shine?
Asked by cinderellanjo - Wed Apr 23 16:12:57 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Gemstones tend to attract grease so it could be that this is the problem. I have attached two links, one gives details on how to safly and effectively clean your jewellery in a safe way, the other is about does and don't for jewellery. They are both worth reading to make your jewellery look as good as possible and give it as long a life as possible, (Jewellery cleaning information). (guide to care of your jewellery). It may be worth taking into account how you are storing this ring. Amethyst can fade if left in the sunlight over extended periods of time, so when you are not wearing it make sure it is stored in a dark place. I hope this has been useful to you.
Answered by B195 - Sat Apr 26 07:00:50 2008

What is the best place in North America for gemstone mining?
Q. Has to be open to a public for a reasonable fee, US or Canada, can be any type of gemstone.
Asked by Vultureman - Wed May 16 09:54:03 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Western North Carolina. There are many mines open to the public. Rubies and Emeralds abound.
Answered by Salami and Orange Juice - Wed May 16 10:01:19 2007

How do you go about getting a gemstone set into a necklace???
Q. I have a friend who gave me a gemstone that I love and want to get it made into a necklace. But where do you get the necklaces to fit it or without anything in it already? I have never seen a necklace you can buy with a place for your own gemstone. So any help will be appreciated. I thought about just calling a jewler but wasnt sure. Thought Id try here first, thanks!!
Asked by angel * * - Sun Sep 23 22:59:44 2007 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. First get the stone valued (approximately - if it is a friend and you like the stone anyway - then the actual value is unimportant!) - not for mercenary reasons, but to establish how much you should spend on the necklace to do it justice. If you spend a fortune on the necklace and the stone is not of the highest quality, the necklace will not look satisfactory. Also if the stone is very good, a cheap setting will not do it justice. While you CAN make jewelery yourself, and buy the fittings yourself - it will may a few years to gain all the appropriate skills to make quality jewelery. You can take classes (even 'adult ed' night classes). It's a good and slightly profitable hobby If you just want a necklace, then find a 'manufacturing… [cont.]
Answered by fooles.troupe - Sun Sep 23 23:17:06 2007

What is the brand of vodka that comes in a bottle that has a purple gemstone on the front of it?
Q. It's kinda a frosty white bottle i believe with a big purple gemstone on the front. The largest size has a little mini one attached. It's pretty expensive but nothing too too crazy if you buy a logical size? Anyone know what I am talking about?
Asked by EJS - Tue Aug 25 19:14:50 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. pravda vodka
Answered by alcaholicdemon - Tue Aug 25 20:57:09 2009

Anyone know where to buy gemstone beads bracelet? String durability is very important to me?
Q. I found a lot of gemstone beads bracelet in the market uses wire or nylon/silk cord, which I personally dislike it. The bracelet get to 'widen' with time and need constant stringing. Anyone to suggest?
Asked by Simply Easily - Tue May 5 06:13:22 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

Where can I find a huge selection of ring mountings for a large gemstone?
Q. I have searched eBay and the internet without luck. I have an 10 X 12 gemstone and want it surrounded by 2 mm stones which I have. This is surprisingly hard to find. I am trying to avoid hunting through a catalog of mountings at a jewelry store. robotdan:What would be a better section to ask this in? tahoeman:That catalog you mentioned is for jewelry makers-I don't want to fabricate it from scratch myself. There are ready made castings that will work for this and jewelers have huge catalogs of them but isn't there one online I can order from?
Asked by knowsitall - Fri Apr 28 22:10:42 2006 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments

A. EBAY was going to be my choice! Sorry! Good Luck!
Answered by reececoleen - Fri Apr 28 22:13:02 2006

How do I get gemstone accessories off a cellphone?
Q. How do I get gemstone accessories off a cellphone?
Asked by Yuri Ebihara - Sat Nov 14 11:17:17 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Heat to losen the stone, but might damage the phone even a salution might damage the phone. They do sell covers for the phone.
Answered by liteyesu@sbcglobal.net - Sat Nov 14 11:26:07 2009

Which gemstone is the best for me according to my birth chart?
Q. Hi! Can anyone tell which gemstone is best for me???D.O.B is 16/11/1981 , place of birth bathinda , punjab and time of birth is 2:20 am.Any help would be great.Cheers.
Asked by Posh - Wed Jun 10 10:15:12 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Hi, An Aquamarine Topaz would be your gemstone accobirth chartour birth chart. I hope I 've helped.
Answered by oreowood14 - Wed Jun 10 10:30:18 2009

how do you make a synthetic gemstone at your house?
Q. hi! i have a write a chem essay on synthetic gemstones and i wanted to know if you could make a synthetic gemstone at my house. I have a crystal growing kit from when i was little. is this the same thing? thanks!
Asked by Kymberleigh - Mon Dec 29 13:37:59 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. First, do some research about what you're expected to write about. You can grow a crystal that looks like a gem. But a synthetic diamond is far beyond what you could do at home.
Answered by Frank N - Mon Dec 29 22:17:19 2008

What does a jeweler mean by "under-sizes" when referring to gemstone's carat weight?
Q. I was looking at gemstone weight in carats, particularly diamonds. What does a jeweler mean when he or she refers to "under-sizes" and how gemstones of those weights are often a good deal?
Asked by hamburglar - Mon Feb 22 04:46:51 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Stones that do not come up to a particular carat weight are referred to as under weight, for example a stone of 2.96 ct. does not quite equal 3.0 ct. Although to the eye it is almost indistinguishable it does not carry the more salable title of being a 3.0 ct. stone. These are often a very good deal as they are priced at a lower per carat price than stones which make the full weight.
Answered by U.K.Export - Mon Feb 22 10:27:49 2010

How much did the red gemstone cost? Round to the nearest whole number.?
Q. Suppose you spent a total of $16,480 on four different gemstones. The blue gemstone's cost was equal to the yellow gemstone plus half the cost of the green gemstone. The yellow gemstone's cost was the same as the red gemstone minus the cost of the green gemstone. You paid three times as much for the blue gemstone as you did for the green gemstone. The red gemstone cost as much as the yellow and the green gemstones put together. And how sure are you of your answer?
Asked by Amanda - Thu Jun 15 13:50:12 2006 - - 4 Answers - 2 Comments

A. B+Y+G+R=16480 Now read the clues: B(Y+.5G) ---The blue gemstone's cost was equal to the yellow gemstone plus half the cost of the green gemstone B(3G) ---You paid three times as much for the blue gemstone as you did for the green gemstone. Y(R-G) ---he yellow gemstone's cost was the same as the red gemstone minus the cost of the green gemstone. R(Y+G) ---The red gemstone cost as much as the yellow and the green gemstones put together. Now do some math... 2 clues for the Blue stone. Yellow must cost 2.5G. B=3G=Y+.5G Now do substitution for the other gems: Y=R-G ... so ... 2.5G=R-G ... so ... R=3.5G Now plug them back into the full equation, and solve for the Green gem. B+Y+G+R=16480 3G+2.5G+G+3.5G=16480 10G=16480 G= 1,648… [cont.]
Answered by Mr. Scientist - Thu Jun 15 14:11:16 2006

does anyone believe that gemstone plays and important role in our life and also help those suffer illness?
Q. any recommended gemstone for GOUT Problems ,which increase uric acid and tend to have painful joint pains in ankle and knees.. does wearing gemstone will slow down the pain?
Asked by james - Wed Sep 23 21:57:34 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I think there may be some truth to that, but I also think some of it is psychological... (It helps if you think and believe it's going to help) Gold or yellow Calcite: is used by people who meditate because the color is linked to the sun and light. Recommended for astral projection. Spine, bones. Detoxification of kidneys, pancreas, spleen. Decalcifying joints. Blue Calcite: Eases pain (especially back)This stone works well at the Throat Chakra and has been used to help with degenerative issues such as arthritis.
Answered by ~Tuil ri s~ - Thu Sep 24 09:40:19 2009

What is a fire opal gemstone? What color is a fire opal gemstone?
Q. I would like to buy a fire opal ring. However, I was told that the gemstone is not very durable. Is this true? What is the color of the fire opal gemstone and is it really very fragile? Any information will be highly appreciated.
Asked by Shopwow - Sat Mar 22 09:21:02 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Fire opal glows with the fire of the sun: hot yellows, oranges, and reds so bright they look as though they might glow in the dark. Fire opal sometimes does have play of color like other opals but it does not need this to take a starring role in jewelry. Its juicy color is just the right accent to earth tones or black and also looks great paired with other bright tones. Unlike most opal, fire opal is often faceted, so you can choose sparkle as well as color. Because it is light as well as bright, fire opal is especially good for earrings, where even small sizes have a big punch of color. Fire Opal was born in fire, in the ancient volcanoes of Mexico. Fire opal forms when water seeps into silica-rich lava, filling seams and hollows. Under… [cont.]
Answered by jpstar30 - Sat Mar 22 09:31:04 2008

How should I attach a gemstone(Rose Quartz) to a necklace?
Q. I have shaped and polished a Rose Quartz, but not sure how I should attach it. if I should drill a hole in the Gemstone or glue a clasp?? I dont want to damage the stone. Thanks.
Asked by Kristy - Sat Oct 3 11:17:59 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. With wire-wrapping, you could build a decorative cage for it. Twist two wires together so they form an X, put the twist at the bottom, and work the 4 strands of wire up around the stone in a nice design. I'd use 20ga to 24ga wire for this, depending on the size of the stone. At the top, make a nice loop and anchor it. Wrap the other wires around the base of the loop once or twice, and snip them off. Feel free to email me (click on my avatar for an email link) if you want more detailed instructions. Please be specific with your question, however, if you do. I recently got one request via email that said "Yes, please. Tell me about it." Ummm, yeah, we had to write back and forth a couple of times before I knew what she wanted.
Answered by thejanith - Sat Oct 3 12:35:42 2009