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When it comes to jewelry, there is no shortage of options! From metals to gems to designs, there is an endless sea of options to choose from. If you are looking for a durable piece, one option is bronze. This metal has been used for centuries for good reason. Yet, bronze jewelry has both pros…

  Today we live in a wonderland of jewelry. We have a plethora of choices with all sorts of gems, metals and designs. If you are looking for durable pieces of jewelry, you’ll come across brass and stainless steel. Both show their own unique look and feel. Yet, they have downsides too. So, which is…

Pewter and stainless steel are both popular choices for white jewelry. But which one is better? Pewter is a soft metal alloy. It is easy to work with. So that pewter jewelry can be made without the need of a torch. These pieces can even have intricate details. Pewter is also a very affordable option…

Pewter jewelry is a type of jewelry that is made from an alloy of tin and other metals. It is a popular choice for those who want a more affordable alternative to white metals like sterling silver, argentium silver or white gold. Pewter jewelry is a popular jewelry metal that both buyers and producers like.…

It is true that some jewelry can turn your skin green. If you ever see a green color on your finger or wrist, the first culprit is copper. This base metal is responsible for the stain you see. Most of the time this is nothing to worry about. It is not toxic. It does not…

When most people think of wedding rings, they think of a traditional gold or silver band. These will often have a gold’s unique yellow shine and the white luster of sterling silver or rhodium-plated white gold. However, there is a growing trend of black metal rings being worn for weddings and engagements. Black metal rings…

A. What is nickel? Nickel is a chemical element with the atomic number 28 and symbol Ni. It is a silvery-white, ductile metal with a slight golden tinge that takes on a blue or purplish hue when exposed to air. Nickel belongs to the transition metals and is hard and brittle at room temperature. It…