While we're on the subject of rare stones and man made gems, and things that
cost a fortune, it brings to mind tanzanite - yes, that very rare rich
blue-purple zoisite stone. Almost as
Byrdle expensive as diamonds (sometimes more),
the gold tanzanite rings, which are for sale online and on shopping networks
and at fine jewelry stores, are fetching prices that astonish. The question is
why?
Unlike diamonds, tanzanite is mined in only ONE part of the world -
Tanzania, Africa. It is also rumored that supplies are dwindling. Naturally
this makes the gem more desirable. Therefore prices soar.
While on the subject of man made and laboratory created gems, I've
discovered that there are some excellent tanzanite ring replicas, in other
words cubic zirconia stones that mimic the unique blue of this stone.
If blue man made diamonds are out of reach and a ring with a genuine
(Tanzanian) tanzanite is also far from your budget possibilities, then try a
simulated design, which may incorporate a CZ tanzanite gem. Just make sure that
even when you buy faux stones that they are set in quality sterling silver or
gold so they will last longer.
No doubt, you have already heard about the Mortgage Modification Plan that
President Obama introduced in February 2009. This was one of his first
initiatives upon entering office. The economy was in a downward spin, and there
was really no understanding of how far down things would go. The real estate
market was reacting similarly. Housing prices were dropping, causing most homeowners
to lose equity and many to be upside down in their home mortgage. Foreclosure
was at an all-time high. Plants were closing, forcing people into service jobs
that paid much less salary. Home sales were stagnant. After a year of
operation, how is the program doing?
While we're on the subject of rare stones and man made gems, and things that
