What is the definition of "fine" jewelry?

Fine jewelry pieces are created out of precious things and are not to be confused with artisan jewelry. Fine jewelry is made out of precious metals and precious or semi-precious stones. Often the pieces are designed in a beautiful, creative and artistic manner, thus leading to the confusion with artisan jewelry. Fine jewelry was given its name because it is created with the finest of things, and often there is a fine price tag attached as well!

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Fine jewelry is defined as jewelry made out of precious metals and semi-precious or precious stones. Precious metals include pure silver, eighteen carrot gold and up, and platinum. Fine jewelry can also include pearls and rare seashells. Gold that is 14 carrot and under is considered "real" jewelry. All the rest of the jewelry that is cheap and widely available can be considered costume jewelry.

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Honey, fine jewelry is any jewelry that looks fine on me. And of course the jewelry that I wear can only be of the precious metal variety. No cheap plastics here.

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That's ridiculous. It's all basically a matter of opinion. Some people would say that silver does not even belong in the category of fine jewelry. "Real" jewelry is a label that can be applied to almost anything, as anything that exists is real. Even plastic or costume jewelry is "real" jewelry. This term is usually used to be slightly deceitful. For example: someone can say that a gold-platted watch is "real" gold. This gives the impression that it is pure, when in fact the reality is just the opposite, although it is still technically "real".

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There is no exact definition for "fine" jewelry, but it is generally accepted that fine jewelry is more pricey and expensive, and tends to include precious stones set with precious metals. As to what comprise "precious" stones or metals this is up for debate, but it always stays within a certain range. For instance: Although the value of silver can be argued, costume and plastic jewelry will never be included in the "fine" category. So it would seem that there is some subjectivity or relativism concerning the matter, this subjectivity is limited to a specific range.

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