It is widely known that many men enjoy fine jewelry. So, why not
present Dad with a gift of jewelry this Father’s Day.
Jewelry gifts that you might consider for that special Father in
your life could include a gold or silver watch, a handsome
sterling silver or 14kt gold chain or masculine link bracelet.
With a chain you might include a manly pendant with a nautical
or sports theme.
As for rings, there are many rugged designs available in 14kt
gold or sterling silver with stones like turquoise, onyx,
malachite and lapis. Also, many men are fond of masculine
settings of small diamonds and other gemstones.
Celtic jewelry designs, such as Celtic crosses, Celtic knots,
etc… are great choices for Dad on Father’s Day.
If your Dad has a pierced ear maybe he would appreciate a small
stud earring; the choices here are endless.
Remember this, men tend to avoid interchanging jewelry in the
way that many women do. With this in mind, avoid costume jewelry
and focus on durable quality pieces that Dad can wear day in and
day out.
The following are some tips for buying jewelry for Dad on
Father’s Day. He will be proud of you for being a smart jewelry
consumer and for saving some money, too.
Here are some helpful guidelines to keep in mind when you are
shopping for a jewelry gift to celebrate the next chapter of
your special Father’s life.
1. There’s a big difference between 14 karat gold and
gold-plated jewelry. Fourteen karat (14K) jewelry contains 14
parts of gold, mixed in throughout with 10 parts of base metal.
Gold-plated describes jewelry with a layer of at least 10K gold
bonded to a base metal. Gold plating eventually wears away,
depending on how often the item is worn and how thick the
plating is.
2. If you’re buying a watch, determine whether you want one that
runs on a battery or one that must be wound daily. Ask if a
warranty or guarantee is included, how long it lasts, and what
parts and repair problems it covers. Also ask how and where you
can get the watch serviced and repaired.
3. Know the difference between laboratory-created gemstones and
naturally mined stones. Stones created in the lab are visually
identical to stones mined from the earth. The big difference is
in the cost: laboratory-created stones are less expensive then
naturally mined stones. But because they look much like stones
mined from the earth, they must be identified as lab-created. If
you want a naturally mined stone, ask if it has been treated.
Gemstone treatments– such as heating, dyeing or bleaching– can
improve a stone’s appearance or durability. Some treatments are
permanent; some may create special care requirements. Treatments
also may affect the stone’s value.
4. When you’re buying a diamond, consider four criteria: cut,
color, clarity and weight, usually stated as carats. Each factor
affects the price. Color is sometimes “graded” on a scale.
However, scales are not uniform: a “D” may be the best color for
one scale, but not for another. Make sure you know how a
particular scale and grade represent the color of the diamond
you’re considering. A diamond can be described as “flawless”
only if it has no visible surface cracks or other imperfections
when viewed under 10-power magnification by a skilled diamond
grader.
When shopping for Father’s Day jewelry online, apply these tips.
1.Shop with companies you know or do some homework before buying
to make sure a company is legitimate before doing business with
it. 2.Take advantage of information and referrals from an
Internet company you have come to trust. 3.Get the details about
the product, as well as the merchant’s refund and return
policies, before you buy. 4.Look for an address to write to or a
phone number to call if you have a question, a problem or need
help.