Planning an Heirloom Piece? These Tips Will Help...
Creating a piece of heirloom jewelry - one that's intended to be passed from generation to generation - can be a real thrill. Keep the following pointers in mind, and the result will be a piece of jewelry that your descendants will be proud to wear, perhaps hundreds of years into the future.
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The History of the Engagement Ring
The engagement ring that symbolizes the eternal love of two people who have pledged to join together in marriage actually dates back to the 15th century.
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From the Ancient to the Contemporary 'The History of Fine Jewelry'
The appreciation of beauty and the desire for adornment are intrinsic to our human nature, and the history of jewelry is a long one. Carved ivory bracelets dating from the Paleolithic era have been found, suggesting that before there was written language, agriculture or settled communities there was...
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Fine Jewelry Has Its Roots in Ancient Civilizations
Historical details regarding fine jewelry are often sketchy, but one thing is certain: We've been adorning ourselves with precious metal and jewels for more than 5,000 years. Discoveries of jewelry - impressive hammered, soldered and engraved gold pieces inlaid with jasper, turqoise, amethyst or lapis - in tombs in Egypt, Iraq and Mesopotamia have been dated to as early as 3000 BC.
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World Famous: These Diamonds Have a Lore All Their Own
The world's most famous diamonds have led lives rich in history, drama and royal intrigue. The 45-carat Hope Diamond, for example, is believed to have been owned at various times by both the French and English royal families. Louis XVI lost possession of the gem during the French Revolution when a m...
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Celebrity Proposals
Take this fun, little quiz about celebrity couples whose wedding jewelry made the news...
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How to Make Your Marriage Proposal Truly Memorable
Marriages are made in heaven, so it's not surprising that many couples seek to become engaged in innovative ways that will propel their relationship into the stratosphere!
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The History of Spiritual Jewelry
There’s no question that jewelry inspired with themes of faith is popular today. You can see beautiful pieces in the mall, market, school and work. But it may surprise you that this fascinating and rich tradition was even more popular in centuries past.
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Your Jewelry Box May Be Filled With Hidden Treasures
Go ahead, peek into that tiny drawer in your jewelry box or the corner of your dresser where you keep all the broken and mismatched jewelry. If you are like most women, you have: 1) a single stud earring whose twin went down the drain; 2) a pearl or beaded necklace with a broken string; 3) a cocktail ring with a stone missing; and/or 4) a long, karat-gold chain that is hopelessly tangled.
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Bauble Buying, Female Style
Many women are asking themselves, “Why am I waiting for a man to buy my jewelry?” With prices of traditional self-purchases, such as handbags and shoes, approaching three, even four digits, it makes more sense for women to take the initiative to seek out – and buy – pieces of fine jewelry that will serve as far more than just a seasonal accessory.
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What Works at Work?
The jewelry you choose to wear for work is more than just a fashion statement. Like the clothes you wear and the job you do, the jewelry you select conveys a specific image to the people in your work environment. Your jewelry reveals a little bit about who you are.
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What Should I buy for Generation Y?
They’re young, smart, brash. They speak their mind. They are selective and savvy. They will mix luxury with thrift. Meet Generation Y – a buying group 70 million strong, ranging in age from approximately 12 to 26. And sure, these young people can buy simple and classic earrings, necklaces and bracelets just like their mothers and grandmothers wore. But, let’s face it: Gen Yers want new product that’s fun, hip, modern, well made and affordable.
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World's Largest Diamonds Steeped in Mystery, Intrigue
Because of their rarity and beauty, large diamonds have a mystical and romantic allure that make them the perfect stuff of legend – both historical and fictional. Films from “The Pink Panther” (which was a diamond, not an inspector) to “Titanic” have used rare gems to drive story lines, but in the real world, the tales are no less fascinating.
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