Wednesday, December 28, 2011
G-Shock Riddim Medley Official Video - Konshens, Delus, Darrio, Fambo, Tiana, And More
Sunday, December 25, 2011
How Much Does an Amber Cost?
The price of amber is determined by the different life forms which are found in the stone. Intact insects, plants, flowers etc will increase the value of amber and these stones will be highly priced. Typically, an amber necklace with say, a trapped dragonfly, will have a high price and will enjoy a heavy demand in the market.
The prices of these gems can vary depending upon the clarity, color, polish and size of the piece. The prices mentioned in this article are in general for gems of fairly good color and good clarity. Opaque pieces of amber can usually be bought quite cheap - for as much as $0.10 to $1 for a carat or less. For pieces around an inch in size and with insect inclusions, the prices can range from $50 to $60. An average stone of a good size and with inclusions would cost around $195.
Good wholesale quality beads can also be purchased for as low as $15. Shapeless and uneven pieces without any fossil inclusions ranging from 1 to 1.5 inches in size and weighing around 10 to 12 carats would cost anywhere between $30 to $40. Polished beads without any inclusions of about 1 centimeter usually cost from $1 to $2 per carat.
Many a times, this gem is heated to give it an old or aged look. These pieces usually cost less compared to a similar piece having the original color.
Amber pieces with unusual flora and fauna are a collector's item. Fossils in this gem always increase its value and beauty. A pendant with inclusions is guaranteed to get a good price in the market. A carved ring is also very highly priced in the market.
A significant difference in the price of the amber is made depending on the period from which the amber originates from. The older the gemstone, the higher is its price. However, it is not easy to identify the age of the stone. Most gemological laboratories also do not often certify amber gemstones. The process of finding out the age of the amber stone involves identifying the inclusions present in the stone and estimating the period in which it existed.
There is an interesting piece of news about a piece of Dominican amber with inclusions. Recently, such a piece with a large lizard trapped inside it was sold for $ 75000. This figure cannot really give us a hint of how high a price this gemstone can fetch.
In fact, the amount of history associated with amber jewelry would only serve to increase its market value. Similarly, antique jewelry or a pendant with insect is very highly valued in the market.
There are frequent attempts made in the market to sell amber 'simulants' as genuine amber. Simulants of this gem include ambroid, copal resin, kauri gum, dammar, celluloid and plastic. These simulants would normally cost a fraction of what a real stone costs.
Thus, we can see that the price of this gemstone mostly depends upon factors such as age, inclusions, quality and size.
Mithun Rao, a jewelry professional, holds degree in gemology and jewelry design from Mumbai and has spent 10 years in the industry (including running his own jewelry shop). He owns and manages the gemstones and diamonds site called gehnabazaar.com. Click here to know more about amber gemstone or visit gemstone information site gehnabazaar.com.
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Galaxii Kidz back at it again! (Hot Tamale KP, Pin Drop The Ranger$, Kickin it Yung Incredible)
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Casio G Shock Unboxing GW-6900A-9 Tough Solar Multiband 6 Review
Monday, December 12, 2011
G-SHOCK UNBOXING (D6900 LIMITED EDITION/BLACK AND GREEN)
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Casio Baby-G Loved Fashion Watches
Characters of the new Casio Baby-G are the 48 cities world-time, EL automatic backlight. Some of them are aimed at women based on size or colour scheme, but many Baby-G's are unisex models as long as your wrist isn't too big. Casio watches are dependable with some models even featuring 10 year battery life.
Baby-G watches are bundled with features and are perfect for active people who want to wear their timepiece where ever they go or whatever they do for example dancing, climbing, travel, school, and many sports.
Casio watches for women are cool, fashionable watches that won't break the bank. By always employing the most up-to-date technology, and continuing to go beyond conventional thinking about the watch, the G-SHOCK brand has become Casio's flagship timepiece item. Many models are solar powered via Casio's new Tough Solar System (TSS).
Two thirds of Casio's Baby-G sales are in Casio's home market back in Japan. The Japan based Casio Company, diversified out from the calculator business in 1974 to create electronic watches beginning with the Casiotron electronic wristwatch. Over the last 30 years Casio has been a major global innovator of watch design and development.
For the most accurate timepieces, look for Waveceptor watches with atomic timekeeping, which repeatedly adjusts the watch to keep it precise. The lady who loves Casio watches for women knows she has a dependable watch that is both stylish and good-looking. Overall these watches are for keeping time.
Part of the sales of these Baby-G models is earmarked as contributions to the Eco-Research Network (ERN) project. It hopes that it will help to protect and improve the global environment that is home to mammals, whales, and other life forms.
The G-100-1BVMUR Casio G-Shock model features:
Electro-luminescent (EL) backlight for viewing in low light conditions and a clear analogue display with negative LCD digital display.
The MTG-900DU-2VER Casio Solar Powered Radio-controlled G-Shock model features:
Electro-luminescent (EL) backlight for viewing in low light conditions, and a clear digital display.
The G-7500G-9VER Casio G-Shock model features: Clear digital display which has an electro-luminescent (EL) backlight for viewing in low light conditions, and has water resistance to 200m, suitable for diving.
Casio wristwatch brands such as G-shock, Pathfinder and Baby-G are some of the most favourite wristwatch brands due to their technologically advanced features, designed for complete utility and accuracy. With these qualities, Casio watches are sure to please even the most discriminating person.
Casio Pathfinder watches contain minute sensors that detect direction, pressure, and other conditions to aid keep the wearer in touch with the natural world when challenging the great outdoors. This timepiece has a resin case and stainless steel caseback. The watch features a duplex LCD dial, and has solar power to keep the time ticking over. The ultimate in reliability, the Casio Pathfinder watch is ideal for travellers and outdoor adventurers.
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