The expert listed the main ways to check the quality of jewelry

When choosing jewelry, the primary attention should be paid not to the design, but to official documents and markings. As Tatiana Solareva, the head of the 585 Zolotoy product line, told Izvestia on December 11, a passport with detailed characteristics of stone and metal is being issued for products with precious inserts in large chains.

"Gold jewelry must have two mandatory stamps: the manufacturer's and the state assay certificate confirming the inspection by the state inspectorate. The absence of at least one of them is a serious reason for doubt," she warned.

Visual inspection under a magnifying glass with a tenfold magnification allows you to evaluate the quality of processing. It is worth looking for traces of high-quality cut on the stones, as well as natural inclusions characteristic of natural minerals, while air bubbles more often indicate glass. It is necessary to check the uniformity of color, the accuracy of soldering and the absence of microcracks on the metal. It is also important to pay attention to weight and proportions: if a massive product seems too light, it is probably hollow, which requires particularly careful handling.

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"You can use simple gadgets for home checkups. The magnet helps to eliminate obvious fakes, since gold and silver are not magnetic, but it is important to remember that the absence of a reaction does not guarantee authenticity. The locks of chains and bracelets should be magnetic at the same time because of the steel springs inside," Solareva shared.

Electronic metal testers that measure electrical conductivity can approximately distinguish high-grade gold from copper alloys. Diamond thermal conductivity testers are used to test the stones, but they may not give accurate results for large or laboratory diamonds.

The hardness of the metal directly affects the durability of the jewelry. Gold of the 585th grade is a durable alloy, and if the ring bends easily when pressed, this may indicate a violation of the casting technology. Silver is softer than gold, but its excessive plasticity indicates problems with the composition. Platinum and palladium are the most resistant to deformation and scratches, while titanium and jewelry steel must withstand household influences without visible traces. Rapid loss of coating or unexpected softness of the metal are signals of possible non—compliance with the declared sample.

Kabarovsky Jewelry House experts told Izvestia on December 5 that the 2025/26 season in jewelry fashion is determined by a cold and contrasting palette. The key colors are the shades of metals and stones associated with the winter atmosphere: icy blue tones, deep blue and purple colors, platinum and silver notes, as well as rich berry accents. This range perfectly complements a multi-layered winter wardrobe and creates expressive accents.

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