Gold and Jewelry Information

Precious and Semi-Precious Stones Stones are among the most expensive and eye-catching creations of the Creator, which over many years of experience and generations, it has been proven that stones have various therapeutic, medical, spiritual and psychic properties. Diamond (Brilliant) Diamond is one of the most expensive objects on Earth, made from the most abundant element, carbon, and forms the hardest substance. Diamond crystals were formed 45 years ago deep in the Earth due to volcanoes under very high pressure and high temperatures, made from pure carbon with a degree of 99.95%. A cut diamond is called a brilliant. In all historical periods, diamonds have been the source of many wars and disputes, a famous example of which is the French Revolution, where Louis XV ordered a brilliant necklace for his mistress, causing the anger of the poor people. Also, the brave king of Afghanistan was tortured and blinded in both eyes because of the Koh-i-Noor diamond. With the discovery of diamonds in the late nineteenth century in South Africa, diamond trade began from this point, and thus European immigrants, especially the English, went to South Africa and colonized it there. A brilliant is made up of the following parts: Crown (the upper part of the brilliant), Girdle (the edge separating the crown from the pavilion), Pavilion (the lower part of the brilliant), Culet (the end of the brilliant which is sharp). If the diamond is pure, it is colorless and impurities cause color in it. The colors available in diamonds are: white, slightly bluish white, yellow and white tending to yellow. The rarest color of diamond is also green and red. All gemstones are called gemstones and all precious stones except diamonds are called color stones. Emerald It is synonymous with the color green. Emeralds are unique gems. These stones have the most beautiful green color that can be seen, that is, the same emerald green. The value of high-quality emeralds is even higher than diamonds. Emeralds were used in some societies as an antidote and to treat epilepsy or stomach diseases, and it was believed that emeralds strengthen memory, repel evil spirits, and strengthen love. One of the largest emeralds in the world is called the Mogul Emerald. Emerald green is the color of life and spring that always catches the eye. But for centuries it has been a beautiful color of enduring love. The green color of the emerald is unchangeable against natural light or artificial light or heat, although very high temperatures change it. Today, the most important emerald mine in the world is located in Colombia. Pearl Pearl is not among the stones, but it is in the group of gems. This beautiful gem is considered a symbol of purity, beauty, and delicacy, and humans have known it for several thousand years. Pearls come in cream, gold, silver, silver tending to white, white tending to pink, and also gray and black colors. An important point about pearls is their care and maintenance. This beautiful and lovable gem has a special delicacy. Therefore, it requires a lot of care to keep it. To keep the pearl fresh, it is better to wash it with cool water without chemicals. Also, it is necessary to avoid being close to chemicals and also being in hot places. Acidic liquids, cosmetics, perfume, and hairspray, because they contain acidic substances and alcohol, are harmful to the durability, beauty, and transparency of pearls. The most valuable color of pearls is white and pinkish white. And it is better to know that pearl powder is used in medicine and in the preparation of various cosmetics. Ruby (Red Sapphire) What color immediately reminds you of love, life, and power? Yes, red. Red is the color of love. The birthstone of July is red sapphire!! After diamond, red sapphire is the hardest mineral and is more valuable than diamond in sizes larger than five carats. The largest red sapphire found weighs 400 carats and was discovered in Burma. An interesting point about red sapphire is its healing properties for the body and mind. This stone is used for heart disease, blood circulation regulation, and kidney strengthening. Red sapphire increases low blood pressure and eliminates weakness and disability, strengthens vision, and circulates blood from the eye area. The impurities in the sapphire are a kind of fingerprint and indicate the authenticity and natural origin of the stone. Cutting is also a natural thing. Only a complete cut shows the beauty of this beautiful and valuable gem in the best way.