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Understanding Silver Grades & Jewelry Casting Techniques Silver is graded by its fineness. There are basically two grades of silver, 999 and 925. 999 is termed fine silver, as, at 99.9% silver, it is as pure as it gets. This is the silver used for bullion bars and investment. Being too soft for most practical purposes, it is made into an alloy. The result is called sterling silver, or 925 silver, as it is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals such as copper. The alloy actually enhances …

Why Gifts Should Be a Surprise: The Neuroscience of Giving Why the gift should be a surprise? A study from the University of Pennsylvania discovered that human brains are hardwired to enjoy unexpected rewards. In the study, when people received an unexpected gain, the neurons in the substantia nigra (which play a significant role in reward) “exhibited significantly higher firing rates”. In other words, that awesome feeling you get when you get a surprise is hardwired into your bra …

The History and Strategy of Backgammon: From Ancient Persia to Today Backgammon is one of the oldest board games for two players. The playing pieces are moved according to the roll of dice, and a player wins by removing all of their pieces from the board before their opponent. Backgammon is a member of the tables family, one of the oldest classes of board games in the world. Ancient Origins and Takht-e-Nard In Persian, the game of backgammon is known as takht-e-nard. Its exact origin is uncle …

How to Buy Great Souvenirs Without the Hassle While you are in Dubai, you may not want to spend a lot of time thinking of what to buy in gift shops and would much prefer to head straight to the main attractions and sights. So how can you obtain souvenirs and let your loved ones know you were thinking of them, while avoiding endless traipsing around in search of novelties? Here are a few simple tips on how to buy great souvenirs that are bound to raise a smile: 1. Make a List Write up a list o …

The Meaning & Magic of Souvenirs: From Mementos to Online Shopping The word ‘souvenir’ is a French word meaning memory or remembrance. Souvenirs can also be called mementos, keepsakes or tokens of remembrance and can be any object that someone keeps hold of, for the memories it brings back. Although most often associated with gift shop products such as miniature replicas of famous UAE icons, including Burj Al Arab, the Burj Khalifa and the Atlantis Hotel, a souvenir can be an …