 Category: Jewelry
Category: Fashion >> Jewelry<< previous page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 next page >> by Tony Hagigi [ 2006-10-17 ] In 1477, Archduke Maximilian of Austria gave a diamond ring to Mary of Burgundy, thus, starting the tradition of diamond engagement rings. The reason a woman wears it on the third finger of her left hand dates back to the Egyptian belief that the vena amoris (vein of love) ran directly from the heart to the top of that finger. by Tony Hagigi [ 2006-10-17 ] Most people only experience a marriage proposal once in their lifetime. You would want it to be both memorable and perfect. After you've gotten up the nerve to ask, you might have trouble finding a creative way to pop the question. Diamond on Net will make it easier for you with these romantic and unique marriage proposal ideas that are sure to make a big impression. by Akhil pathak  [ 2006-10-16 ] A diamond solitaire ring is a ring with only one diamond and nothing else to
distract the attention from that magnificent solitaire stone. by Jasmin Pannu [ 2006-10-16 ] Diamond cutting is a great skill, practiced from generation to generation. The monotonous toil, patience and technical skill inherited and acquired by the workman are at last rewarded by the glitter of the magnificent stone polished to perfection. The traditional diamond cutting and trading centers are based in Antwerp, Mumbai, Tel Aviv, New York and Johannesburg. China and Thailand are more recently developed centers. by Jasmin Pannu [ 2006-10-16 ] An engagement is an agreement or promise to marry, and also refers to the time between proposal and marriage. Engagements have no predetermined length, and may range from days to years. During this period, a couple is said to be affianced, engaged to be married, or simply engaged. Ring is a romantic way to recognize an engagement, anniversary, or any other special occasion. by Jasmin Pannu [ 2006-10-16 ] A perfect wedding is a collaboration of many things out of which one of the most important is a beautiful diamond wedding ring. Wedding rings are outward symbols of love and commitment, but they are also very personal possessions. With so many options available, look for something that reflects your personality and use this as an opportunity to express something about yourself by Aaron Brooks  [ 2006-10-14 ] Many centuries ago early man told time by following the path of the sun. And soon, man developed an ingenious way of keeping track of time by mapping the celestial bodies. One of the earliest time-keepers was the sundial and wonderful examples are to be seen in museums all over the world. by Tom Takihi  [ 2006-10-12 ] Since time immemorial, diamonds have been presented as the greatest symbol of love. They’re a woman’s best friend, so in line with this we at Diamond Safe have come up with a very special collection to show love to women everywhere and help those with breast cancer. by Akhil pathak  [ 2006-10-12 ] Diamond promise ring is a promise to love, cherish and commitment for ever.
It is given before an engagement date as a promise to be married at a later
future date, without breaking the rule of promise while accepting the
diamond promise ring. The promise ring should be appealing and unique as it
is a start of your new relationship with a name and a future of your promise
given when presenting a diamond promise ring.
by Akhil pathak  [ 2006-10-06 ] Talking about right hand ring which is a new concept that has evolved and
booming in the diamond industry, however to broaden the definition of “Right
hand Ring” it is a fashion statement for today’s career and independent
women who have a flair for fashion diamond ring, which flaunts their
purchasing power with a carefree attitude and a creative mind accompanied
with a sense of style. In other words it’s an expression of ones unique
personality who prefers to be a “face in a crowd”.
by Akhil pathak  [ 2006-09-28 ] The concept of Engagement has evolved way back many centuries ago which indicates the longer period between a mutual promise of marriage till the actual marriage, where the partners exchange a diamond engagement ring and the same is worn by women on her left-hand ring finger, indicating her engagement to be married which signifies her acceptance of the marriage proposal and a commitment to a future together, hence the same moulds into a formal agreement between two partners.
by Natalie Halimi  [ 2006-09-28 ] The kabbalah amulet solves the issues of a person's lack of confidence on two levels: the first being a lack of belief in one's abilities, and the second being a lack of knowledge regarding the future.
by james ellison  [ 2006-09-15 ] There are quite a few cuts of diamonds to select from. The cut basically relates to the shape that the diamond is cut into, except if you are in the diamond or jewelry field, simply this shape has a great affect on much the diamond glitters.
by james ellison  [ 2006-09-15 ] Clarity is an important feature of a diamond, and it is noteworthy to know how to grade the clarity of a diamond prior to purchasing one. Diamonds are graded in Carat Weight. by David-John Turner  [ 2006-09-14 ] During the reign of Queen Elizabeth I of England, Europeans gave Mother of Pearl its name. However the beauty of Mother of Pearl, associated birthstone of June, has been used in the decoration of precious jewels and ornaments as far back as 3000 years before the birth of Christ. by David-John Turner  [ 2006-09-14 ] Mother of Pearl is made of crystal calcium carbonate and conchiolin, secreted by the living organism within a mollusk, which slowly builds up and solidifies coating the inner surface of the shell. Mother of Pearl is also known as Nacre, from the Arabic word Naqqarah meaning shell. by David-John Turner  [ 2006-09-14 ] Reflecting the rainbows of the ocean beds, iridescent Mother of Pearl is the Opal of the sea. Like amber, Mother of Pearl is organic, but unlike any other gemstone it forms locked away within its creator: the mollusk. by David-John Turner  [ 2006-09-14 ] To receive a ‘Hallmark’ items of precious metal must undergo tests carried out by the ‘Assay’ office. This is done to ascertain if the object’s content of precious metal meets the standard requirements of purity. by Adwin Ang Ang [ 2006-09-12 ] For single cufflinks collectors who are searching for your missing side, do take a look at what are the 22 ways to locate your matching/missing cufflinks. Some of the ways you probaraly did not even think of before. by Jasmin Pannu [ 2006-08-29 ] Diamonds, the ornament of the royal, are the perfect embellishment for a moment so precious. Petite and eye-catching necklaces for bold and beautiful people, the jaw-dropping magnificence of diamonds has always held the fancy of jewelry lovers. Diamonds are indeed very desirable objects and worn through out the world, being the ultimate expression of passion. by [ 2006-08-23 ] If you thought that the common man couldn’t purchase pearl necklaces, then you are wrong. Today several varieties of pearl necklaces can be purchased at affordable prices where quality is not compromised. You can get the best price by contrasting the quality and nature of the pearls between sellers. Perfect for any occasion pearl necklaces continue to be a great gifting option. by [ 2006-08-23 ] When looking for diamonds, keeping the Four C’s in mind will make your task a million times easier. It’s guaranteed that you’ll be satisfied with your choice if you follow this simple guide. by [ 2006-08-20 ] Evidence suggests that body piercing has been practiced by
peoples all over the world from ancient times. by Ana Gamit  [ 2006-08-11 ] For many centuries silver has captivated men and women and it still does. From the beginning of times silver has been an important metal in manufacturing different objects like: weapons, silver jewelry and coins. It was used for hunting and processing food or for obtaining ornaments and decorative objects. Ancient beliefs said that silver was the metal which symbolized fertility and the female. It was associated with the Moon which was considered women's protector. Silver jewelry was mostly worn in the past by pregnant women to keep away evil spirits. Silver objects and silver jewelry were also used for religious ceremonies. Weddings were and still are perfect occasions for silver gifts like silver jewelry. The usefulness of this precious metal is undisputable and the admiration for it hasn’t stopped in our time either.
by Maya Abitbol [ 2006-07-31 ] Choosing the perfect diamond jewelry for your loved ones is often very difficult.
Five easy steps will help you find what you are looking for.
by groshan fabiola  [ 2006-06-15 ] Rare metals and gemstones together with a pleasant design and quality crafting are the best ingredients for the creation of the perfect piece of jewellery. by Robert Joseph [ 2006-06-12 ] Marketers have known for decades that diamonds are the most coveted and grossly overpriced product in the world. 21st century scientists have responded with magnificent diamond simulants that duplicate or best the aesthetic characteristics of mined natural diamonds for pennies on the dollar. Growing legions of diamond traders have fears that increased marketing and sales of synthetic diamonds could have an impact on world exports of diamonds, which are a highly liquid commodity in the international market.
by Tom Takihi  [ 2006-06-06 ] Ever since time immemorial, brides have always relied on accents to
highlight their glow and beauty on their special day. The first stop for
this is your jewelry. But how do you choose? by Robert Joseph [ 2006-06-06 ] Breakthrough scientific advances in gem materials to matching, often besting, the characteristics of a mined diamonds have resulted in a boon to beleaguered jewelry lovers. New lab-created diamonds are so close to mined diamonds that only a trained eye can differentiate the two, often requiring a microscope or loupe. Consequently, social-conscience consumers reap huge price, security, and aesthetic benefits when choosing a man made diamond over a mined diamond. by Robert Joseph [ 2006-06-06 ] New synthetic diamonds are so close to mined diamonds that the naked eye cannot tell the difference, often saving consumers enough money to make a down-payment on a new home or buy a car. Unfounded diamond jeweler pretentiousness, snootiness, and arrogance has gone too far! by Robert Joseph [ 2006-06-06 ] Consumer confusion about lab-created simulated diamonds exists. Here you will find clarification to simplify the selection process when choosing a lab-created diamond or manufactured diamond jewelry. by Robert Joseph [ 2006-06-06 ] Adroit shoppers know that man made diamonds offer superb value and mirror mined diamonds, allowing jewelry lovers to look glamorous and bank the colossal difference in cost. This point is punctuated along with exposing the inherent pitfalls when considering a mined diamond. by Zai Zhu  [ 2006-06-04 ] Whatever happened to winding? This article explains how automatic watches work and why they are better than quartz watches. by John Lewis [ 2006-05-31 ] By about 2000 BC, in Ancient Egypt, bracelets emerged as major pieces of jewelry. Bracelets were found in the ruins from the Vesuvias eruption in Pompeii in 79 AD. by John Lewis [ 2006-05-31 ] Many industries in the UK have suffered as a result of cheap imported foreign goods and as a result of the strength of the pound against other currencies. by John Lewis [ 2006-05-31 ] In 16th century in the New Kingdom of ancient Egypt a type of earring called an earplug became fashionable and these fitted snugly into a wide stretched hole in the earlobe. This type of piercing is seen on the sculpture of Tutankhamen. by John Lewis [ 2006-05-31 ] Why is Titanium so well suited to our technological age and why has it found favour in the manufacture of jewelry? by John Lewis [ 2006-05-31 ] Budgeting for that special wedding day is important as you could run up bills amounting to many thousands of pounds. Decide what you budget is at the outset, stick to it and don’t be swayed and end up spending more than you can afford. by John Lewis [ 2006-05-31 ] Although the ancient Celts flourished across Europe, it is in Ireland where their traditions have been most preserved. by John Lewis [ 2006-05-31 ] Some of the worlds largest and most valuable diamonds are in the Tower of London in the British Crown Jewels. by John Lewis [ 2006-05-31 ] Although diamonds were discovered in India at the beginning of the ninth century, it wasn’t until 1500 onwards that brides to be would be wearing something a little bit more special and even then, diamonds would be very much for the wealthy and for royalty. by John Lewis [ 2006-05-31 ] To ancient man, jewelry was not just decorative but very symbolic and the wearer often held the belief that these trinkets were lucky, that they would ward off evil spirits or that they would even help them defeat their enemies in battle. by John Lewis [ 2006-05-31 ] Items of jewelry have also been adopted as potent symbols and even worn to ward off evil spirits or to help overcome enemies in battle. by Lieve Lambrechts Lambrechts [ 2006-05-21 ] Handling your piercing at the beginning is the same as taking care of a little wound. It's important to take good care of you piercing, especially when the fistula hasn't formed yet. Don't wear tight or filthy clothing on your new piercing.
Your hands should be disinfected before touching the piercing, after all, hands carry a lot of bacteria. by Gloria Law [ 2006-05-08 ] Nitestone is a term given to Montana Sapphires because of their sparkle and slight color change achieved under evening light. Precision diamond cutting achieves a brightness that exceeds other sapphires and makes them sparkle like diamonds. Montana stones have tremendous light refraction.
Montana sapphires are truly some of the finest quality sapphires in the world. They come in a variety of colors. They are COMPLETELY NATURAL gemstones. by Tom Takihi  [ 2006-05-05 ] As you walk along on your quest for the perfect diamond for your mate,
you hear, “Pssst! Hey mister, I hear you’re looking for some good
rocks. I’ve got some great stones, really reasonably priced. I’ll even throw
in the ring for free!” by [ 2006-04-28 ] Interesting information on pearls and pearl FAQs by victoria nichols [ 2006-04-24 ] This article explains the method used in recognizing British Sterling Silver Hallmarks. by John McQueen [ 2006-04-20 ] So you've been looking to purchase a quality gemstone on the internet and you need some help determining what characteristics you should be looking for in a quality gem. This article is intended as a resource to help guide you through a successful gemstone purchase by avoiding many of the common pitfalls that some consumers become entangled. by John McQueen [ 2006-04-14 ]
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