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Jewelry - Father's Day Gift Ideas
By Sam and Tami Serio
Morning Light
Jewelry
It is widely known that many men enjoy fine jewelry. So, why not present
Dad with a gift of jewelry this Father's Day.
Jewelry gifts that you might consider for that special Father in your life
could include a gold or silver watch, a handsome sterling silver or 14kt
gold chain or masculine link bracelet. With a chain you might include a
manly pendant with a nautical or sports theme.
As for rings, there are many rugged designs available in 14kt gold or
sterling silver with stones like turquoise, onyx, malachite and lapis.
Also, many men are fond of masculine settings of small diamonds and other
gemstones.
Celtic jewelry designs, such as Celtic crosses, Celtic knots, etc. are
great choices for Dad on Father's Day.
If your Dad has a pierced ear maybe he would appreciate a small stud
earring; the choices here are endless.
Remember this, men tend to avoid interchanging jewelry in the way that
many women do. With this in mind, avoid costume jewelry and focus on
durable quality pieces that Dad can wear day in and day out.
The following are some tips for buying jewelry for Dad on Father's Day. He
will be proud of you for being a smart jewelry consumer and for saving
some money, too.
Here are some helpful guidelines to keep in mind when you are shopping for
a jewelry gift to celebrate the next chapter of your special Father's
life.
1. There's a big difference between 14 karat gold and gold-plated jewelry.
Fourteen karat (14K) jewelry contains 14 parts of gold, mixed in
throughout with 10 parts of base metal. Gold-plated describes jewelry with
a layer of at least 10K gold bonded to a base metal. Gold plating
eventually wears away, depending on how often the item is worn and how
thick the plating is.
2. If you're buying a watch, determine whether you want one that runs on a
battery or one that must be wound daily. Ask if a warranty or guarantee is
included, how long it lasts, and what parts and repair problems it covers.
Also ask how and where you can get the watch serviced and repaired.
3. Know the difference between laboratory-created gemstones and naturally
mined stones. Stones created in the lab are visually identical to stones
mined from the earth. The big difference is in the cost:
laboratory-created stones are less expensive then naturally mined stones.
But because they look much like stones mined from the earth, they must be
identified as lab-created. If you want a naturally mined stone, ask if it
has been treated. Gemstone treatments- such as heating, dyeing or
bleaching- can improve a stone's appearance or durability. Some treatments
are permanent; some may create special care requirements. Treatments also
may affect the stone's value.
4. When you're buying a diamond, consider four criteria: cut, color,
clarity and weight, usually stated as carats. Each factor affects the
price. Color is sometimes "graded" on a scale. However, scales are not
uniform: a "D" may be the best color for one scale, but not for another.
Make sure you know how a particular scale and grade represent the color of
the diamond you're considering. A diamond can be described as "flawless"
only if it has no visible surface cracks or other imperfections when
viewed under 10-power magnification by a skilled diamond grader.
When shopping for Father's Day jewelry online, apply these tips.
1. Shop with companies you know or do some homework before buying to make
sure a company is legitimate before doing business with it.
2. Take advantage of information and referrals from an Internet company
you have come to trust.
3. Get the details about the product, as well as the merchant's refund and
return policies, before you buy.
4. Look for an address to write to or a phone number to call if you have a
question, a problem or need help.
The Authors
of the above Article, Sam and Tami Serio have been passionately involved
with Jewelry and Gemstones for over fifteen-years. You are cordially
invited to visit http://www.morninglightjewelry.com for a wealth of
information about the fascinating world of Jewelry and Gemstones. Together
they also shelter 20 abandoned and abused dogs & cats. A portion of their
profits goes to the care and feeding of the animals.
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