Most of you, consumers, don't really know when it comes to differentiate between stones baskets. Most of end users will just look at the item and if it is sparkling and looks nice, they will go for it.
However; there is a huge difference when it comes to quality. Quality is not only about the design, or the materials used to produce an item but most importantly the execution of each component and the techniques involved to make the item of a high end quality.
To make things easier for you to understand, I posted photos and designs of various types of baskets. They will give you an idea of the ways a simple basket can be done and the differences in the look.
The first 2 photos (flat belts on the baskets) is a traditional old style used in common jewelry. The quality of the make is very fine but the quality of the style or design is not.
Now, take a look at the next 2 photos (the rounded belts on the baskets). They look not only more elegant but also will be lighter without compromising on the sturdiness of the piece. They are more visually appealing and when assembled in a necklace for example, the piece will certainly stand and will display the full potential of the stones body. So maybe now some of you will say: Yeh, it is nicer and really there is a big difference. You won't like the first style anymore.
Look at the last 2 photos (the computer designed ones), now these are what i call nice high end baskets. You will see all the jewelry brand names such as Chopard, Cartier etc use this kind of baskets. The curves of the belt gives the basket a distinctive look that will certainly catch your eyes.
There are other ways of doing baskets so when you buy a piece of jewelry and you want to know details of the make, have a look how the baskets are done. You will sure make up your mind on what to buy and what to avoid. Hope you enjoyed this tip and if yes, +1 :-)
However; there is a huge difference when it comes to quality. Quality is not only about the design, or the materials used to produce an item but most importantly the execution of each component and the techniques involved to make the item of a high end quality.
To make things easier for you to understand, I posted photos and designs of various types of baskets. They will give you an idea of the ways a simple basket can be done and the differences in the look.
The first 2 photos (flat belts on the baskets) is a traditional old style used in common jewelry. The quality of the make is very fine but the quality of the style or design is not.
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| Baskets with flat belt |
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| Baskets with flat belt |
Now, take a look at the next 2 photos (the rounded belts on the baskets). They look not only more elegant but also will be lighter without compromising on the sturdiness of the piece. They are more visually appealing and when assembled in a necklace for example, the piece will certainly stand and will display the full potential of the stones body. So maybe now some of you will say: Yeh, it is nicer and really there is a big difference. You won't like the first style anymore.
Look at the last 2 photos (the computer designed ones), now these are what i call nice high end baskets. You will see all the jewelry brand names such as Chopard, Cartier etc use this kind of baskets. The curves of the belt gives the basket a distinctive look that will certainly catch your eyes.
There are other ways of doing baskets so when you buy a piece of jewelry and you want to know details of the make, have a look how the baskets are done. You will sure make up your mind on what to buy and what to avoid. Hope you enjoyed this tip and if yes, +1 :-)
