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Orion Eastwood is a certified jewelry materials specialist with over twelve years of experience in metal testing, gemstone authentication, and consumer advocacy. He began as a quality assurance technician for a jewelry importer in Portland, Oregon, before moving to independent consulting in 2017, where he has tested over 2,000 jewelry samples for plating durability, nickel content, and hypoallergenic compliance. Orion holds a Graduate Diamonds diploma from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and advanced training in precious metal analysis through the Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC). At Moda Jewels, he translates technical metallurgical concepts into practical buying and care guidance for everyday consumers.

Common Jewelry Terms You Should Know (Beginner Glossary)

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Learning common jewelry terms makes it much easier to shop, compare pieces, read product descriptions, and understand what a jeweler is explaining. Beginners often see words like karat, carat, vermeil, setting, pavé, and inclusion without knowing whether they describe quality, design, material, or price. This beginner glossary explains jewelry vocabulary in simple language, without assuming …

How to Clean Jewelry Safely at Home (Step-by-Step)

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Learning how to clean jewelry safely at home helps you bring back shine without damaging metals, stones, settings, or finishes. The safest method is usually simple: identify the piece, use gentle materials, avoid harsh chemicals, and clean slowly instead of scrubbing aggressively. Jewelry often becomes dull because of body oils, lotion, soap residue, dust, perfume, …