GlamourByLBD: What is the difference between fine and costume jewelry?
Roman: Fine jewelry is made of high carat gold and platinum with the highest quality gemstones. Very often it is refered to a single, unique piece created by craftsmen.
Costume jewelry on the other hand is a jewelry made of materials looking like gold or platinum, using crystals or stones, which look like precius stones. This type of jewelry is made in a high volume, using the cheapest materials and methods.
GlamourByLBD: Costume jewelry is a great purchase for limited wear such as to match a particular outfit, for travel or for a particular event or limited use.
Roman Kowalczyk is a Master Jeweler in Palo Alto, California. For more in formation about jewelry restoration, please visit his web site at www.aniaro.com
