Jewelry-making and wearing have been around a long time. From wood, to fur, to feathers, to stone, to glass and metals, it has evolved along with man’s development, needs, and taste. But one thing is certain – they are made to last.
This coming May, instead of things that will pass you by, why not give mom something more permanent? Give her jewelry for Mother’s Day; with the choices that are available today, you are sure to find one that will fit your budget.
Metals
The most common and most expensive jewelry for mother’s day would be made of precious metals like gold, platinum and silver. While these metals get expensive the purer they are, they are also more malleable. Jewelry for Mother’s Day made of 24k gold may look impressive on paper, but when worn everyday, it can get bent out of shape, or even break.
Platinum, which can be more expensive than gold, is also gaining popularity in the jewelry world. It is tougher than gold and very much rarer. The last of the classic metals used to make jewelry for mother’s day is silver, and the best type to get is sterling silver jewelry. The good ones often have a 925 mark, which means that it is guaranteed to be 92.5 per cent silver only with alloys to make it tougher and hold its shape better.
A newer metal that can be used to make jewelry for mother’s day is titanium – harder, more durable, and very resistant to scratches. It can also be polished to an almost platinum-like sheen. The last material, which looks like metal, is tungsten carbide, a very tough industrial material, which has the sheen, color, and feel of metal. Both these are very tough and unfortunately unalterable, so be careful of the sizes (where applicable) if you’re getting this type of jewelry for Mother’s Day. If one is going for tungsten, make sure that it is cut with nickel alloy, as some may be cut with cobalt that can cause discoloration or allergies.
Stones, Glass, and Crystals
“Diamonds are a girl’s best friend”, and even if everyone wanted to, there’s just no way for every mom to get this kind of jewelry for Mother’s Day. The less expensive (yet surprisingly some more rare) precious stones such as rubies, emeralds, and sapphires are a good and colorful alternative. There are also semi-precious stones like amethyst, peridot, topaz, and lapis lazuli.
But “bling” doesn’t have to come with a ridiculous price tag. There is less expensive jewelry for Mother’s Day. Crystals and beads have all the shine and none of the heart-stopping expense.