As with some other months, October has two birthstones: Opal and Pink Tourmaline, but Opal continues to be the main birthstone jewel for October. The Opal is also the anniversary gift to be given as a 14th Wedding Anniversary. It seems to be the Sanskrit language that first used the word upala for this gemstone, […]
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WHY DOES FRANCOIS JEWELLERS ONLY SELL CHARLES & COLVARD® AND EVERMORE MOISSANITE? ALL THE FACTS HERE
FACTS ABOUT MOISSANITE What is Moissanite? Moissanite is also known as silicon carbide (SiC) which is created in a laboratory using a patented thermal process. Only recently, scientists developed a process whereby Moissanite could be grown in a laboratory to produce large gem like quality crystals. Finally, these gems could be faceted into unique jewels […]
HOW DO I CLEAN MY MOISSANITE?
How do I clean my Moissanite? Moissanite can be cleaned the same way as you would clean your Diamond and other fine jewellery. Normal ultrasonic cleaning is perfectly safe and advisable. Do not place more than one piece of jewellery in the ultrasonic cleaner as this can damage or chip any jewellery due the high […]
WATER-RESISTANT WATCHES
Water-resistance can be quite confusing when it comes to watches. What does it mean? Can we swim or dive with a water-resistant watch, or is a water-resistant watch only splash-proof? Many watches carry a “Water-Resistant” mark, but after swimming or even shallow diving many watches have a mist on the inside of the watch-glass or […]
SEPTEMBER BIRTHSTONE – SAPPHIRE
The Sapphire has long been the desire of Kings, Queens, Nobility and the common man. It was looked up to as a symbol of good fortune, wisdom and heaven. In this article, we will be looking at the Birthstone of September, the Sapphire. The name “Sapphire” comes from the Latin “Sapphirus”, from the Greek “Sappirus” […]
DIAMONDS
What a Gem For centuries the diamonds have been treasured in the hearts of both men and women. For centuries it has been bought or traded with, and even wars waged, and smugglers caught for possessing it. It’s a symbol of romance a symbol of love, a symbol of eternity, yet is also prized by […]
AUGUST BIRTHSTONE – THE PERIDOT
Peridot For August Originally the Sardonyx was the birthstone of August, but as time progressed Peridot and the Spinel were added. Peridot gradually took over the most popular gemstone for August and is, therefore, our main gemstone for this month. Peridot is easily recognized by its glowing lime-green colour. It seems to have got its […]
ENGAGEMENT RINGS
Engagement Surprise Often everyone in the friendship group knows what’s about to happen. Even the father and mother of the bride have been asked for permission, except only the young bride who knows nothing of what’s been planned behind her back. It’s usually the surprise of the decade. The young man kneels before his planned […]
JULY BIRTHSTONE-THE RUBY
Rubies for July: In this article, we will be looking at the Ruby as the gem for July. This precious stone derives its name from the word “ruber”, which is the Latin word for “red”. The Ruby is known as one of the traditional Cardinal Gems, which is grouped amongst the most precious alongside Amethyst, […]
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