Golden Planet Journal

Different earring backs types shown next to gold stud earrings

Earring Backs Types: How to Choose the Right One

A plain guide to the six common earring backs types, with a comparison table, fit tips, and advice on when to replace a worn back.

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Gold six-pointed Star of David pendant on a chain

Star of David Jewelry: Styles, Gold, Size and Chain Guide

A plain-spoken guide to Star of David jewelry: the main styles, the right gold, pendant sizes, and chain lengths.

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Affordable fashion jewelry collection with a gold chain, stacked rings, and hoop earrings

Affordable Fashion Jewelry: A Buyer's Guide to Quality and Price

Affordable fashion jewelry spans everything from costume metal to solid gold. Here's how to tell them apart and shop smart at any price.

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Gold necklace styles including a chain, pendant, and layered set

Gold Necklace Guide: Karats, Styles & Cost

Everything to know before buying a gold necklace: karat, style, length, price, and care, in one plain-English guide.

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Ultrasonic jewelry cleaner tank cleaning gold rings and a chain

Best Ultrasonic Jewelry Cleaner: A Buyer's Guide

Not sure if an ultrasonic cleaner is right for your jewelry? Here's what these machines do well, what to skip, and how to pick one that fits your routine.

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24k gold bracelets for women in bangle and cuff styles

24K Gold Bracelets for Women's: What to Know

24K gold bracelets are pure and beautiful, but not built for daily wear. Here's what to know before you buy one, and when 14K makes more sense.

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Collection of solid gold jewelry pieces representing a luxury jewelry brand

What Makes a Luxury Jewelry Brand? A Buyer's Guide

Luxury isn't a logo. Here's how to judge any luxury jewelry brand by its metal, its craftsmanship, and its pricing before you buy.

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18k gold ring and chain weighed on a precision jewelry scale with a loupe

18K Gold Price Per Gram: How It's Calculated

18K gold price per gram depends on three numbers: spot price, purity and weight. See the formula, how 18K compares to other karats, and how to value a piece.

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10k and 14k gold bands compared side by side on a jeweler's scale

10K Gold vs 14K Gold: Which Should You Buy?

10K and 14K gold are both real, solid gold. Here's how their purity, color, durability, price, and repair-friendliness compare, so you can pick the right one.

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