Golden Planet Journal

Gold ring with a deep red January birthstone garnet-color stone

January Birthstone: Garnet Meaning, Colors & Jewelry Guide

Garnet is the official January birthstone, known for its deep red color and long history as a symbol of friendship and protection. Here is what it means and how to wear it.

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White opal cabochon ring with rainbow play-of-color, the October birthstone

October Birthstone Guide: Opal & Tourmaline Colors in Gold

October's birthstone is actually two stones, opal and tourmaline, each with its own colors and meaning. Here's how to wear both in solid 14K gold with cubic zirconia.

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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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December birthstones: blue topaz ring, tanzanite pendant and turquoise stud in gold

December 20th Birthstone: Colors, Meaning & Jewelry

December has three birthstones, turquoise, tanzanite and blue topaz, and the December 20th birthstone is the same for the whole month. See their colors, meanings and how to wear them.

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Gold hoop earrings in five sizes lined up from small huggie to large hoop

Hoop Earring Sizes: The Complete mm Guide

A quick mm chart for hoop earring sizes, from tiny huggies to large statement hoops, plus how thickness changes the look.

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Men's gold curb chain necklace worn over a t-shirt showing necklace length

Average Necklace Length for a Man: Size Guide

Most men wear a 20 to 22 inch necklace. Here's the full length chart, how to pick by build, and how to layer chains right.

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14k gold chain bracelet half polished next to a polishing cloth, showing tarnish

Does 14K Gold Tarnish? What to Actually Expect

14K gold can dull slightly over time because of the metals alloyed with it, not the gold itself. Here's the science behind it and how to keep it bright.

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Small gold cross pendant necklace for women on a fine chain

Cross Necklace for Women: A Complete Style Guide

A guide to choosing a cross necklace for women, from classic and sideways styles to the right gold tone and chain length.

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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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