Clear Out Few Common Misconceptions Related to Jewelry

There are great deal of myths related to jewelry. Because of this, as a buyer, you need to know the truth behind these myths and equip yourself with facts. This will help you avoid making a reckless purchase and make sure your investment on jewelry is worthy.

 

In this blog, we are trying to bust some of the greatest jewelry myths of all times once and for all so you can focus on what is really important to keep in mind while buying them.

 

 

• Opals bring bad luck-

Opals are beautiful gemstones found in nature in a wide range of colors. Because of their pretty looks, Opals have been the center of many superstitions, some were good and some were bad, Opals have always had a mixed set of beliefs attributed to them. One of the better-known legends about the opal is that it’s bad luck to wear one — and even more so if it’s not your birthstone. This superstition likely came about from a blend of the mystical power of the opal, stories of the opal in literature, and competition in the precious gem trade. Today, with superstitions and myths dispelled, opals especially, black opals are regarded as highly rare treasures.

 

• It’s better not to mix metals-

There are people who think mixing metals will take away the charm from the ornaments and that’s why they only buy jewelry in their favorite metal and won’t consider anything else. It is absolutely wrong. The reality is, some gemstones appear more stunning in certain metals. For example, you are going to achieve the dazzling look with Cubic Zirconia gemstones when they are set in sterling silver.

 

• Custom Jewellery is Made exactly As You Want–

As a client, unless you provide the custom jewelry designer 100% accurate crafting of a suggested design, it is impossible to craft the ornament according to your choice. You also need to remember that, materializing your design concept in the jewelry is a painstaking process that only the expert jewelry houses can do. Going to any custom jewelry designer will not give you the jewelry you have desired.

 

• The only kind of gold worthy of investment are those that are 23 or 24K–

Even 18 or 14K gold is worth investing in. These also have a resale value and can yield returns, though they are lower than those with a higher K. But this is only proportional to its purchasing price, which is also lower than that of 23 or 24K.

 

There are a lot of common misconceptions about jewelry that we all believe. We hope, through this blog we have managed to clear up some common jewelry misconceptions so you can expand your jewelry style horizons.