The document defines and describes several types of jewelry terms: Baguette cut diamonds have a more rectangular shape with step cuts similar to emeralds. Black diamonds are often treated with heat to enhance their dark color and tend to be less expensive than white diamonds. Diamond cut chains have flat, sharp cuts that make them more brilliant than standard chains. Figaro chains originated in Italy and have a pattern of small circular and oval links. Moissanite and tanzanite are alternative gemstones to diamonds with their own unique properties. Vintage jewelry refers to pieces that are 50-100 years old but still stylish with rich histories.

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Baguette CutDiamond:The baguette cut diamond,while less popular than other cuts is still lovely and has
found its place amongstjewelrydesigners worldwide. This cutis more rectangular with “step cuts” similar to that of
an emerald cut. Step cuts, are facets that look like steps rather than corners or triangles. These diamonds look
gorgeous in rings and bracelets.
Black Diamonds: A differentkind of sparkle than their counterparts,black diamonds make a perfect
accompanimentto a formal dress or add color to a casual outfit. Very few black diamonds are found in nature. Often
times diamonds are treated with a heatprocess to enhance their color. This heart or irradiation turns the diamond a
dark green to black color. The price of black diamonds tends to be a bit lower than their white counterparts. These
diamonds look spectacular when combined with other colors.
Diamond Cut Chain:A diamond cutchain is not made ofdiamonds butrather is cut with a diamond-tipped
precision cutting tool. What makes a diamond cutchain more special than a regular chain is that the way the chain is
cut with flat sharp cuts allows for the chain to catch more lightthan a standard chain making itmore brilliantand
special.
Figaro Chain: The Figaro chain was firstmade popular in Italy. Its’ name was inspired byfamous Italian operas,
mostspecificallyThe Marriage of Figaro. This chain is made with links rather than plates and uses a pattern of 2 -3
small circular links with 1 elongated oval shaped link. Figaro chains look greatwith pendants such as crosses or
medallions and this is how they are typically worn in Europe.
Moissanite: Similar to diamonds these stones make a beautiful center stone. Moissanite tends to exhibit more
brilliance than a diamond due to its refractive index, bending lightinto a rainbow. Natural moissanite is very rare and
mostis lab made. One of the bestthings aboutthis stone is its durabilityas it is very hard to scratch. A lower cost
option to a diamond or combine the two.
T anzanite:Tanzanite is named after the African state of Tanzania. Tanzanites range from deep blue to a violet
color. Tanzanite is blue Zoisite,a calcium aluminum silicate,and forms in prismatic,usuallystriated crystals, This
stone is thoughtto have been first made fashionable bythe Tiffany’s jewelryhouse. Some believe tanzanite stone
holds healing powers.
Vintage- Whatdoes vintage really mean? Generallyspeaking,vintage jewelryis less than 100 years old but
usuallyolder than 50 years old. The beauty of this jewelryis that it is still stylish often making a revival and can add a
certain level of style and class to an outfit. Vintage jewelry is a favorite of manyHollywood film stars due to its rich
history and one-of-a-kind designs.