Articles tagged: "yellow bracelet"
1: Extreme Diamonds Fascinate Those Who Behold Them
There are diamonds and then there are diamonds. Anyone can appreciate a beautiful diamond mounted in a ring, necklace or bracelet. But there are some diamonds that are so unique they are not the kind found at a local jewelry store. In fact, a few of them are unusual pieces of art or curiosity.
2: Iranian Crown Jewels are Comprised of World 's Greatest Treasures
One of the worlds largest and most valuable jewel collections, the Imperial Crown Jewels of Persia, or Crown Jewels of Iran, consists of a mind-boggling number of treasures. On display at the Museum of The Treasury of National Iranian Jewels in Tehran, Iran, the collection ranges from breathtaking tiaras to jewel-studded swords to princely thrones, and much more.
3: Wedding Rings: A Glimpse at Cultural Traditions
The wedding ring - a romantic expression and symbol of fidelity and love - is an important element to today 's marriage ceremony. Through the centuries, the wedding ring has symbolized many things for couples - and not always the romantic notions we hold today.
4: How To Care for Sterling Silver Jewelry
Since ancient times, silver has been used to make jewelry and decorative items. However, since the 18th century, more silver has been mined and used than in all prior centuries combined. Silver alone is a soft metal and therefore too soft to be used for jewelry and other items. To make it more durable, it is mixed with other metals, known as alloy, to create sterling silver.
5: Gleam and Sparkle: How to Clean and Care for Your Jewelry
Jewelry reflects the personality, history and even special life moments of the wearer. For centuries, jewelry has represented a special keepsake of love, a treasured heirloom or simply an adornment of beauty.
6: The World 's Earliest Jewelry Treasure is Still Sought Today
To the Incas, it was called the "tears of the sun." Homer recognized its worth as "the glory of immortals." The earliest Egyptian dynasty first successfully mined and established its value.
7: For Men Only: Buy a Diamond Like a Pro
Chances are that when a man hears the word "diamond," his favorite baseball team 's field comes to mind rather than that precious gem that every woman dreams of wearing. There is no denying, buying a diamond is a major league gift-giving event, and there are important rules to this game to ensure all bases are covered.
8: Exploring Alternative Options for an Engagement Ring
For many couples considering engagement, a diamond ring is the preferred choice for a ring. It was the preferred choice for Archduke Maximilian of Austria who presented a diamond ring to Mary of Burgandy in 1477, and the diamond wedding ring was first introduced. But there are some who prefer something different or unique.
9: British Crown Jewels Represent One of the Largest Jewelry Collections in Existence
Subject to a turbulent history and much thievery, the British Crown Jewels represent the regalia and vestments worn by the king or queen of the United Kingdom during a coronation ceremony and other state functions.
10: The History and Significance of Birthstones
For centuries, gemstones have played a significant role in the everyday lives of people. Today, birthstones are used to represent the birth month of individuals. Some believe that birthstones hold special powers for the wearer. Others just appreciate wearing a gemstone that represents the month in which they were born.
11: Surprise Your Wedding Party with the Gift of Jewelry
Your wedding is a personal and meaningful day - why not let your wedding party gifts reflect those sentiments? The gift of jewelry is not only meaningful, it 's also a wonderful gift that can express the personality of the receiver.
12: Ancient Sumeria to Pre-Columbian America: The Sparkling History of Jewelry
The history of a mineral, crystal or metal can unlock a deeper, more meaningful value to jewelry. Indeed, the anthropology, archaeology, geography, and technology of special gems and elements can provide rich stories.
13: The Rise and Fall and Rise of Venetian Glassmaking
Glassmaking in Murano, Italy has a long and impressive history. In fact, it is the longest lasting center for glass making in history. From the 9th century to today, Murano has continued to produce beautiful and innovative artwork through generations of success and failure.
14: The History of Silver
Silver is a precious metal that has been used by humans since the dawn of civilization. In this first part of a two part series we will look at the early history of silver.
15: The Hidden History of Gold
Gold is a pure metal first found by early man. It is very workable in its naturally occurring pure state and has been used by craftsmen for the past 11,000 years. Revered for millennia gold is now the material of choice of people across the globe as an expression of love. Let 's look more closely at the fascinating story of gold.
16: The Story of Platinum
The overnight stardom of platinum really boils down to years of paying dues and working hard prior to its introduction and sudden success in jewelry at the turn of the 20th century. Let 's look at the history of platinum and the properties that have made it an important metal in the world of jewelry.
17: Gold Mining: How Do We Get Gold Out Of The Ground
The precious metal of gold has fascinated humans for thousands of years. But how do we actually get it out of the ground? Let 's take a look at the most common ways to mine gold. There are two main gold mining methods, one is called placer and the other is vein" mining. And another type of mining is when gold is collected as a by-product in the mining of other metals.
18: The History Of The Charm Bracelet
A long time ago...The history of charms goes back as far as the Neolithic era. One of our ancient ancestors would pick up an unusual stone or piece of wood and carry it with him to ward off his enemies. Thousands of years later, elaborate jewelry made of precious stones and metals emerged durin
19: Buying Gold Jewelry: What You Need to Know
Gold has been valued by humanity since the dawn of civilization and gold jewelry never goes out of style. However, in order to make the best possible choice when buying gold jewelry it is good to know some of the basic facts as well as the "jargon" of the jewelry trade.The first thing to know i
20: The History of Gold Jewelry, Part 3
During the 14th and 15th centuries jewelry became an important feature for both male and female attire.In the first half of the 15th century jewels composed of enameled gold figures, flowers, and foliage modeled in high relief were frequently mixed with clusters of pearls to create stunning orn
