Silver jewelry – an affordable alternative

 Millions of people wear jewelry every day. Many of us simply don't feel dressed unless we have several pieces on. Earrings, bracelets, chains and more recently body jewelry have become everyday fashion accessories for the common man. Men have discovered that they like to be fashionable, and the popularity of sterling silver opal ring for men is soaring to new heights. A fashion conscious man might wear a pair of cufflinks. Nowadays, men wear big rings, bracelets and even earrings on a daily basis.

 

For many of us, our choice of jewelry is limited by our budget. We all love the rich shine of gold jewelry, but the cost of even a small piece can be too high for the average person. Fortunately, the popularity of white metals has increased and opened the door of opportunity for Opal Jewelry For Sale designers to produce a staggering number of beautiful styles that are now available made from sterling silver. This in turn allows people on a budget to wear jewelry that is not only attractive and fashionable but also affordable.

 

Silver jewelry is enjoying a new popularity for many reasons. Its physical properties allow it to be shaped into an unlimited range of designs from delicate filigree style earrings to attractive, statement necklaces and bracelets that appeal to men. Silver has a white tone that rivals platinum at a small fraction of the cost. It is the most reflective metal known. Even today, it is still used as a base material in the highest quality mirrors. It can be brushed for a matte finish or sandblasted for a satin smooth texture. Silver jewelry can be personalized or engraved. It can be painted with enamel or oxidized for a vintage look. The versatile nature of silver makes it an ideal medium for Opal Rings.

 

Silver complements and enhances the color of many gemstones so well that it is a great choice for inexpensive rings, pendants and earrings that feature a rainbow of natural and synthetic gemstones. Many natural stones such as amethyst, garnet and peridot feature prominently in stunning silver jewelry designs. The low cost of laboratory crystals and jewelry makes them a perfect choice for beautiful silver jewelry that includes synthetic opal, artificial sapphires, and created emeralds.