What is palladium?

Palladium is a silvery white metal like platinum, holds a shine well and is lighter in weight than gold. It is considered a platinum-group metal but is less expensive than gold or platinum. Palladium works well for dangley earrings that can be heavy to wear, when made from heavier metals. It also looks good with diamonds on engagement and wedding bands. Couples are being offered palladium as an option for gold or platinum when choosing a wedding and / or engagement ring bands.

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How to care for Jewelry
Jewelry is one of our most intimate and cherished accessories. An elegant pair of pearl and platinum earrings, for example, makes an individual statement, nestled against the skin and resplendent in lustrous light. Yet, according to experts at the nonprofit GIA, chemicals found in everyday substances like hairspray, lotions, perfumes, or other cosmetics can permanently damage the nacre of your dazzling pearl, and can corrode the alloys in that shiny setting. Understanding how to care for your treasured jewelry can make a world of difference in maintaining its beauty and keeping its heirloom quality sparkling for generations to come.

Ten Jewels Every Woman Should Own
Jewelry is more than the finishing touch to an outfit; in some cultures, it’s the entire outfit. How do you start to build the perfect jewelry wardrobe-for yourself or for someone special? You could turn to what many consider the world’s foremost authority on gems and jewelry, the Gemological Institute of America, or GIA, to guide you through the “bauble basics.” First, remember to keep it simple, yet stunning and precious. Fine jewelry is meant to be worn, enjoyed and treasured forever.