Silver jewelry is the "other white metal". Full of fashion and history, this precious metal has been around for a very long time. Durable and elegant, silver has been the choice of many kings and queens for hundreds of years. First mentioned historically in 1078, and used for trade up until the late 20th century when governments decided it was too valuable to continue producing as coin currency. Silver Jewelry is usually 92.5% pure and mixed with other metals to create a more durable product that pure silver cannot provide alone. Generally, in silver jewelry, copper is the metal of choice to give it strength.
Mar 11, 2010
Last week, the season finale of 'The Bachelor' showed Jake proposing to Vienna with a stunning two carat princess cut diamond ring surrounded by 70 smaller diamond stones. Last season's Bachelorette, Jillian, was given a two carat pear shaped diamond masterpiece. Jason Mesnick gave both women diamond rings set in platinum, each at approximately two carats. Anyone else notice an ongoing theme? Since its first debut in 2002, dedicated viewers have witnessed 11 proposals in 19 seasons, many of which consisted of 2 carat beauties. It appears that 'The Bachelor' has set a new standard for diamond engagement rings at approximately two sparkling carats in diamond studded platinum settings.