by franjew | Jan 13, 2018 | Blog
When one buys jewellery of a low gold content, you have to be aware of certain drawbacks. It may happen that the wearer notes a certain decolourization of the jewel on the skin or clothing or spots on the jewel itself. This may happen in particular in the case of 9ct...
by franjew | Jan 13, 2018 | Metals
In its pure form silver is almost as soft as gold, and therefore is usually alloyed with copper for strength. Caratage is not marked because, legally, anything called “silver” or “sterling silver” is 92.5% pure.Purity is really not something to...
by franjew | Jan 13, 2018 | Metals
Pure gold is 24 carat (ct), very soft and bends easily. To make gold jewellery more practical and durable it is alloyed with other metals. Different alloys are used for greater strength, durability and colour range. The caratage of the jewellery will tell you what...
by franjew | Jan 13, 2018 | Moissanite
Inclusions – Cut & Polish Does Moissanite have inclusions? Moissanites sold by FRANCOIS JEWELLERS have no eye visible inclusions. When using magnification, one can see characteristic needle like “lines” which are typical and inherent to crystal growth...
by franjew | Jan 13, 2018 | Moissanite
Does Moissanite scratch easily? No. Moissanite is extremely scratch and abrasion resistant. Moissanite is 9 ¼ on the Mohs scale and is the second hardest gemstone used in jewellery after a Diamond. Can Moissanite break easily? No. Moissanite is one of the toughest...
