A piece of fine jewelry is made to last a lifetime. It is comprised of precious metals, such as gold ranging from 14KT to 22KT, sterling silver and platinum among others, as well as gemstones such as diamonds and colored stones. When the metals and stones are combined, it can make a variety of statements according to the overall design. There are also many examples of other pieces available today that are mixed with non-precious materials such as leather, exotic hardwoods and ceramic – these materials allow for a different look but are considered to be fine jewelry.