Jerusalem cross pendant: A unique and beautiful jewelry item The Jerusalem Cross Pendant is more than a beautiful piece of jewelry. This pendant is chock full of historical and religious significance. Its origin dates back nearly a millennium to the…
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Some of the closest moments my mother and I have shared were going through her jewelry box. From the time I was little, we would spend a few hours looking for treasure and talk about all the jewelry we saw-a…
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Many women feel undressed – or at least under dressed – if they’re not wearing at least one piece of jewellery. However, you don’t need to invest a small fortune in gold, silver or bling to be perfectly turned out…
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Your engagement ring along with your wedding ring are probably two of the most treasured pieces of jewelry in any collection. They tend to be the items most worn and the items of jewelry most likely to become damaged, simply…
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Next to the clothes we choose to wear and the way we fix our hair, little says more about who we are than our choice in jewelry. The way we adorn ourselves is a reflection of our self-esteem, mood, sexuality,…
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Like the ancient Egyptians, I love to adorn myself with jewelry. I most enjoy jewelry that depicts the ancient Egyptian era. Ancient Egyptian jewelry was valued for its beauty, and for it’s magical and spiritual protection. I do believe in…
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Styles and Traditions of Ethnic Tribal JewelryThe quest for beauty is a major inherent trait in man from time immemorial. This is obviously the motive behind ethnic tribal jewelry design and adornment all through history. The styles and traditions of…
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Wood? Bone? Animal hair? These are not common items that would consider wearing around their neck or dangle from their ears. These items seem to be of no value to most people. However, these items have been fashioned into symbolic…
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Ah, precious gems. They sparkle, they shine, they brighten up our lives and they sure cost a lot. All throughout mankind’s history, spanning thousands of years, we have adorned ourselves with trinkets of gold, silver, bronze, copper, enamel, glass, and…
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Our attention is being drawn towards the Earth and the problems of global warming and we are continually reminded of how wasteful we are with the bounteous gifts of nature. Where do we look for natural products to adorn our…
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How you ship jewelry will depend greatly on the piece you are shipping. Obviously, you might do something different when shipping a durable $20 silver necklace compared to a $5000 diamond necklace. The following are tips on how to ship…
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Ancient Egyptian jewelry: Adorn yourself in the style of the pharaohs Egypt. A single word seldom conjures such a myriad of thoughts, feelings and desires. A people dedicated to the mastery of the most curious, opulent and awe-inspiring feats in…
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Exquisite masterpieces of ancient Egyptian jewelry created by artisans from thousands of years ago, continue to be enchanting and captivating in the modern world. Egyptian jewelry was symbolic as it was believed to possess mystical powers and held religious significance….
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As a medical technologist I spent quality time with large chemistry analyzers. As a computer programmer, I wrote code for complex business systems, and before that, I was an electronics technician working with sophisticated electronic test equipment. In spite of,…
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Wearing of jewelry for the ancient Egyptian pharaohs was not only for decorative purposes but also symbolic in nature. Whether made from precious stones or worn as an amulet, each item was chosen for its individual potency and special powers…
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Because anniversaries are a special time, it’s no wonder many people choose jewelry to mark and celebrate their milestones together. Rings are without a doubt the most popular jewelry item when it comes to anniversaries. Not every anniversary, however, can…
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Jewelry had a spiritual dimension in the world of Ancient Egypt; not merely beautiful and valuable, it was believed to hold magic and protect its wearer against evil. Though the most beautifully crafted pieces of jewelry were reserved for the…
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Finding that special anniversary gift for your partner can be a daunting task, especially if you are searching for a gift that shows your constant love and devotion for that special person in your life. Everyone knows that diamonds are…
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For many years, people of faith have worn cross pendants as both a testimony and symbol of their faith, as well as an attractive fashion statement. Nearly everyone is familiar with the Christian cross, but a unique and totally different…
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Egyptian jewelry, or ancient Egyptian jewelry, is as popular today as it was some 5000 years ago. Archaeological expeditions of the last one hundred years have uncovered lovely examples of high quality workmanship from the time of the pharaohs. For…
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Modern society has always had a fascination with ancient Egypt. We marvel at beautiful, intricate jewellery found in tombs. Exhibits of Egyptian workmanship are on display around the world. Artisans crafted designs not only to show social status of the…
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Have you ever watched a western where the hero is taken to the Indian camp. Did you notice the jewelry that adorned the medicine man or the chief? Did you ever watch an Indiana Jones movie, where he is being…
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Nothing commemorates the lasting love between two people better than the gift of an anniversary band. Choosing a ring with an appropriate setting is essential because various stones represent an array of meanings. Certain stones can represent anything from heartfelt…
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Diamonds are the hardest of stones and some of the most expensive. One of the factors that determine the price of a diamond is its clarity, which refers to the clearness of the stone. In order for a diamond to…
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When most people think of jewelry they may think of something that invariably costs a lot of money. This does not have to be the case. There are many pieces that are beautiful that do not cost a lot of…
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A flattering necklace, a sparkling bracelet or an eye catching ring used to be reserved for the very rich, but nowadays everybody can have beautiful accessories. For women who cannot afford real gold, platinum or silver jewelry, jewelry can be…
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Having been in existence for approximately forty-five hundred to five thousand years, the earring is a little older than written language and about half as old as agriculture. Through its long history, the earring has evolved in shape, material, and…
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A striking ,unique necklace often provides the finishing touch to an outfit. Choosing the perfect necklace can lift the most simple of ensembles from the common place to the sublime. Currently, there are a huge variety of wonderful statement necklaces…
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We all have those days when we wake up in the morning and everything we try on is blah, we feel ugly, we feel fat. Well, don’t change your wardrobe, honey, change your jewelry! Five simple items of jewelry can…
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A promise ring is any ring given and worn as a symbol of commitment. Wedding and engagement rings are promise rings. So are the signet rings worn by Catholic bishops and by the Pope, and the purity rings worn by…
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