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9 Jun 2007 Jewelry: Symbol of status
Changes in technology, leisure, work, cultural and moral values, home life and politics all have made significant contribution to lifestyle trends and these influences our fashion to a great deal. Whether it is clothes or jewelry all have special place in everybody’s life
9 Jun 2007 The Basics of Buying Pearls
Pearls can be purchased as natural or cultured, with the latter having several distinct advantages. Cultured pearls come from pearl farms, where mollusks are implanted with a foreign object which can vary in size depending on the desired outcome of the pearl dimensions.
12 Mar 2007 Titanium Rings Are To Be Worn With Pride In Their Unusual Looks And Grace
 We love how beautifully made rings look on our fingers. These rings seem to have the ability to make long fingers look elegant and short fingers no longer resemble little sausages. There are many different styles of rings that you can buy, some of these will have a gemstone encrusted on to the ring
12 Mar 2007 Buying Fashion Jewelry Pieces From Wholesale Jewelry Stores
There is an air of sophistication that can be found in beautifully crafted jewelry. For the most part you will see these types of jewelry at reputed and ordinary jewelry stores. You can also buy fashion jewelry that is not as expensive as the other higher priced jewelry which may have precious gemstones mounted on them.
12 Mar 2007 Citrine - The Gemstone of November
The birthstone attributed to November is citrine, which is said to amplify creativity and feelings of joy. Citrine is also given as the anniversary gem stone for the 13th year wedding anniversary. The name comes from a French word for lemon, “citrin”, and comes in a array of quartz.
12 Jan 2007 Sterling Silver Jewelry Today
Sterling silver jewelry: silver and gemstone rings, sterling silver earrings, bracelets and pendants are some of the hottest fashion accessories today! Sterling silver jewelry is enjoying an unprecedented popularity with today's fashion conscious public. You know how beautifully sterling silver jewelry complements fashionable clothing and how it sparkles and shines; now here is the rest of the story.
12 Dec 2006 Learn How To Buy Estate Native American Indian Jewelry
Estate American Indian Jewelry is fashionable, collectable, and beautiful! However, buying American Indian jewelry can be confusing. But if you learn the terms used in Native Jewelry you’ll be a much smarter shopper and you’ll get the best quality jewelry you can afford.
12 Dec 2006 Jewelry And The Darkside: Fashionable Gothic Jewelry
No, by jewelry and the darkside, we are not referring to Darth Vader’s dark side of the force. However, the idea of jewelry inspired by Anakin Skywalker, the Sith and his Emperor sure is tantalizing. Here, if you think more about the likes of Morticia Addams of the Addams family, then you’re on the right track. Gothic jewelry is the type of jewelry that the likes of her would wear: mysterious, brooding, yet elegant. Viewed this way, jewelry and the darkside certainly can go hand in hand.
5 Dec 2006 Estate Jewelry Bead Necklaces Are Popular!
This is a season full of fun and boldness, right down to your jewelry. That's why estate jewelry bead necklaces are popular this season. In fact their more than popular - they are "Hot Hot Hot!" The bigger and bolder the more beautiful!
28 Nov 2006 What Will It Be? Fire Water Air or Earth Jewelry
What Will It Be? Fire Water Air or Earth Jewelry? This seasons we get the best of the best in jewelry and accessories. Natures offering up some fabulous styles and designs. A little bit tribal, a whole lot trendy, and definately a statement in fashion!
14 Nov 2006 Make Sure Your Jewelry Is In Style For The Winter Season
Making your fashion statement means looking good from head to toe. Not only your wardrobe is important, your accessories and jewelry play a huge role in the finished look. Make Sure Your Jewelry Is In Style For The Winter Season!
8 Nov 2006 The Incomparable Elegance of Antique Jewelry

From the symbols of love like Engagement Rings to the symbols of commitment like Wedding Rings Antique Jewelry holds a certain charm that cannot be compared with contemporary jewelry.

7 Nov 2006 Estate Jewelry For Teens, Women, and Men
What is estate jewelry?  Every day at Estate Jewelry International someone aasks that question.  Estate Jewelry is jewelry that has been previously owned and there is estate jewelry for teens, women, and men of all ages.
3 Nov 2006 Fall and Winter Fashion Freshness
This season boasts a fashion style to please everyone. The range of availability and styles leaves no body size or shape untouched. So have fun and take advantage of this seasons fall and winter fashion freshness. While renewing your wardrobe, don't forget to renew your jewelry too!
29 Oct 2006 Titanium Jewelry
Titanium jewelry is popular with consumers and designers due to it's strength and brilliant sheen.
29 Oct 2006 Jewelry from 3000 BC Egypt to the 21st Century
The use of gold jewelry can be dated back to Egypt 3000 BC. Gold was the preferred metal for jewelry making during ancient times. It was rare, it was easy to work with, and it never tarnished. Magnificent bracelets, pendants, necklaces, rings, armlets, earrings, collars, and head ornaments were all produced in ancient Egypt, the land of the Pharaohs.
29 Oct 2006 The Modern Pearl Gets A Make Over
Pearls never go out of style and they have been a traditional wedding jewelry choice forever. They are always a classy and traditional wardrobe accessory that will never disappoint you. But wait! The Modern Pearl Gets A Make Over and goes from traditional to trendy!
29 Oct 2006 Blue Sapphires Look Great Set In White Gold Wedding Bands
Sapphires look wonderful set in 10k 14k 18k gold or sterling silver. The make a wonderful alternative choice to a diamond for a wedding band, and they look great set in white gold wedding bands.
26 Oct 2006 Tips To Clean Your Diamond Rings, Diamond Earrings, and Diamond Wedding Bands
Whether you need to clean Diamond Rings, Diamond Earrings, or Diamond Wedding Bands you should know the methods you can use to clean your diamonds.
25 Oct 2006 Fabulous Estate Earrings - From Then To Now
Fabulous Estate Earrings go back for ever and are absolutely the best finishing touch to your look. They complete any fashion statement. What's even better is that there are earrings for every occasions
25 Oct 2006 Find A Designer To Design Your Bridal Jewelry
Have you been thinking about having getting a designer to design your bridal jewelry? That certainly an option and will provide you with a beautiful piece of jewelry that is like no other. Whether you are choosing bridal jewelry or a special piece for daily wear ad designer will be able to produce what you want.
25 Oct 2006 Have You Always Wanted To Design A Birthstone RIng ?
Have you always wanted to design a birthstone ring that tells the world who you are and shows your sense of style? What a great idea! You need to start by knowing your birthstone options. Then let your creative juices flow. Once you've got your design mastered all you need to do is visit your local jeweler.
24 Oct 2006 Sterling Silver Turquoise Jewelry is Stunning!
Sterling silver turquoise jewelry is stunning. The silver pulls the depth and beauty from deep within the turquoise. Turquoise is a beautiful choice in gems because it has such a natural beauty. Turquoise is seeped with history and mystery and it is truly a captivating stone that is hard to pass by
19 Oct 2006 Are You Ready To Experience The Power Of Agate Jewelry?
Agate is found in all colors of the rainbow ranging from colorless to yellow, brown, purple, and pink. It also comes in blue and green but these colors are quite rare. It's steeped in history and recognized for its beauty and power. Are you ready to experience the power of agate jewelry?
18 Oct 2006 Sterling Silver Jewelry - Hallmarking And The Assaying Process

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.

Forms of marking precious metal objects were around from the Byzantine period in the early part of the first millennium A.D. However, it was under the rule of king Edward I of England, known as Longshanks due to his size, that hallmarking was first established.

18 Oct 2006 Mother Of Pearl Sterling Silver Jewelry Part I Historical Value
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.
16 Oct 2006 Custom Ruby Ring Designs Are Affordable!
Rubies are drop dead gorgeous and they are believed to be a very powerful stone. Whether you are looking for a necklace, bracelet, or ring it will be hard to make a choice. If you are after a custom ring you'll be glad to know that ruby ring designs are affordable and will allow you to have a truly unique ruby ring.
12 Oct 2006 Amber Jewelry - The Gift From Mother Nature!
Amber is a beautiful gift from mother nature and one of the most gorgeous jewelry choices on the market is amber jewelry.
6 Oct 2006 Watch For The Four C's When Buying Diamonds
Of all the precious stones in the world, the diamond is certainly the most popular. You've seen it worn by royalties and celebrities, but it's also available to every me and you.

Its toughness and beauty have been known and praised since ancient times. The actual word "diamond" comes from the old Greek "adamas", which means "unconquerable".

6 Oct 2006 Proper Ways to Clean Jewelry
Remember the dazzling, sparkling look of your favorite piece of jewelry when it was first purchased? Keeping that beautiful look is very easy with a little loving care and proper cleaning.
4 Oct 2006 How To Clean Verdigris From Your Costume Jewelry
Over time, metals used in costume jewelry often form a green gunk disease which is called verdigris. Learn how to clean verdigris from your costume jewelry.
1 Oct 2006 Trifari Jewelry History
Trifari is rich in history producing some of the finest costume jewelry ever made. Today it is highly collectable. Trifari jewelry history is as intriguing as their jewelry.
25 Sep 2006 April Celebrities Share The Diamond Birthstone With You
If you are still young enough to admit you have birthdays and your birthday falls in April then you already know the diamond is April’s birthstones. Celebrities who already have a love affair with diamonds are even more apt to be seen wearing diamonds if their birthday is in April.
25 Sep 2006 Tips For Buying Estate Jewelry For Your Mother
Estate Jewelry is the perfect gift for your Mom whether it’s for Mother’s Day, her birthday, or Christmas. Mother’s will always enjoy a lovely piece of jewelry. But there are some things you should know before heading out to buy that jewelry to make sure you don’t pay too much or don’t land up with a fake piece of jewelry.
25 Sep 2006 Estate Silver Jewelry Is A Hot Fashion Pick!
Sterling silver is an excellent choice in estate jewelry. Long lasting, easy to care for, and so beautiful. Buying estate jewelry sterling silver can be a lot of fun but it can also be confusing.
20 Sep 2006 Sapphire is September's Birthstone
If you're still young enough to remember your birthday, you probably also remember the special birthstone assigned to it. But at your age, we bet you don't really know the SIGNIFICANCE of your birthstone and what power the ancients felt would be bestowed about you by wearing it.
20 Sep 2006 The Brilliance Of Your Diamond
The brilliance of your diamond is determined by the way the light reflects inside the diamond and is very dependent on the cut of the diamond.
19 Sep 2006 Your Cameo Jewelry and How Cameos Are Made
Cameos are carved from a wide variety of materials.  Here is some helpful information on identification.
14 Sep 2006 Learn All About Pearl Jewelry and Pearls
Pearls have an amazing long history, in fact they are one of the most ancient documented gems with records of commercial harvesting going back over 2500 years. 
14 Sep 2006 Tips To Clean Your Costume Jewelry
Costume Jewelry is much more affordable than fine jewelry and although it may not have the life expectancy of fine jewelry it has been known to last for many generations with proper care.
14 Sep 2006 How To Buy A Ring That Fits
Don't have a ring sizer handy.  Here's a simple method to get a very good close approx of your ring size.
14 Sep 2006 Take Care Of Your Rhinestone Jewelry
You want to get years of wear out of your rhinestone jewelry and keep those stones dazzling and sparkling. Learn how to clean your rhinestone jewelry.
1 Sep 2006 Like a Bunch of Diamonds in the Sky
I bet you didn't know this. It's not the diamond that contributes to its shine, but actually the cut. Sure color, carat, clarity are important but a bad cut can ruin diamonds. A professional diamond cutter determines which
cut to give. Every diamond has it's own unique cut.
27 Aug 2006 Caring for Silver
That shiny, reflective surface of your silver objects soon looses its luster when oxidization causes that familiar black tarnish. A chemical reaction from exposure to outside elements and atmosphere causes the tarnish to appear on
silver. The more humid the climate, the faster it accelerates.
22 Aug 2006 Enjoy Red Carpet Style with Designer Inspired Jewelry!
Every spring, summer, fall and winter magazines show a new crop of looks. One month it's silver, the next month it's gold and celebrities, with their roster of stylists, seem to effortlessly saunter down the red carpet decked out in the latest designer gems.
21 Aug 2006 Celebrity Diamonds - What do They Choose?
Whether we like it or not current trends in engagement rings say bigger is so much better. Just have a look at what style engagement rings celebrities are choosing. And of course what’s good for them is good for the rest of us.
19 Aug 2006 How To Clean Gold Jewelry
Gold jewelry to a woman is priceless. Although gold jewelry comes in many different styles and colors, the care and cleaning procedure for all golden treasures remain the same. Good common sense is your best guide, and these important tips on how to clean gold jewelry will help you keep your exquisite pieces lustrous and shining.
9 Aug 2006 A Look At The Years of Celebrities Wearing Jewelry
Let's have a look at the years of celebrities wearing jewelry. For as far back as one can remember famous celebrities have been wearing the jewelry made by famous jewelry designers. Through out many eras and many styles the celebrities and jewelry designers have held a close bond. Who better to display your beautiful pieces than a beautiful celebrity that has already captured the audiences attention.
8 Aug 2006 The Magical Opal
There is no other stone that has the mystery of the opal. With its fiery colors and magnificent spectrum of color it draws you in and you are helpless to look away
6 Aug 2006 Diamonds Are Forever
Diamond jewelry: diamond rings, diamond earrings, diamond pendants and diamond bracelets are some of the most sought after gemstone creations. Your eyes tell you how beautiful a piece of diamond jewelry is, but how do you know you are getting your money’s worth?
6 Aug 2006 Buying Genuine American Indian Jewelry & Crafts
Buying American Indian jewelry & crafts can be fun, exciting and confusing. Whether you’re considering a gift of American Indian jewelry & crafts for someone special or as a treat for yourself, take some time to learn the terms used in the industry. Here’s some information to help you get the best quality American Indian jewelry & crafts for your money, whether you’re shopping in a traditional brick and mortar store or online.
1 Aug 2006 Where Did Costume Jewelry Come From?
Where Did Costume Jewelry Come From? It dates back to the 1930s and perhaps early depending on your definition of cosutme jewelry. Find out the intriquing history of costume jewelry.
26 Jul 2006 Jewelry a Major Fashion Accessory This Season
Just glance through today’s hottest fashion magazines and catalogs, and you’ll see that costume jewelry has taken center stage, becoming not just an accent but a major part of a woman’s wardrobe. One, two, or three necklaces, fashioned from a mixture of wooden, ceramic, and silver and gold beads, combine to make a dramatic statement, perfectly setting off the neckline and contours of a superbly matched dress or shirt.
23 Jul 2006 How To Clean Gold Jewelry
Gold jewelry to a woman is priceless. Although gold jewelry comes in many different styles and colors, the care and cleaning procedure for all golden treasures remain the same. Good common sense is your best guide, and these important tips on how to clean gold jewelry will help you keep your exquisite pieces lustrous and shining.
22 Jul 2006 Earring Fashion
Earrings are an important part of every woman’s wardrobe, whether we are headed for a day at the beach, to the office, or to a wedding. Your earrings give a subtle hint about your personality.
22 Jul 2006 The History of Bracelets
Bracelet popularity dates back to the Roman times and continues today. Over the years many styles and designs have come and gone. Since the 1980's jewelry fashion has been more about the woman and her fashion statement allowing for great flexibility and variety to make ones own fashion statement!
14 Jul 2006 Antique Costume Jewelry
Antique cosume jewelry is antique jewelry from the costume jewelry family, dating back to the 1930s.  By the definition of antique that would also make it antique jewelry.
9 Jul 2006 The Beauty And History Of Cameo Jewelry
Cameos are exquisitely beautiful and they've been part of the jewelry world for a long time. Find out about the beauty and history of jewelry.
9 Jul 2006 Lighten Up Your Summer Jewelry
Remember to make your fashion statement you must include the whole you - pamper your skin and your soul, take some time to revitalize "you" then add a new wardrobe, some new jewelry, and accessories and you'll be ready to make your fashion statement this season! While renewing your wardrobe, don't forget to renew and Lighten Up Your Summer Jewelry!
6 Jul 2006 Learn From Gwen Stefani Jewelry Styles
Singer Gwen Stefani has made it to the top of the best dressed list. Her fashion flare is awesome!! You might want to copy Gwen Stefani jewelry styles as they are hot!
28 Jun 2006 Jewelry Gift Ideas For Her
You’re in the market for a special jewelry gift for her but what to buy? There are so many choices. Whether is for a wife, girlfriend, mother, sister, or grandmother. You can never go wrong buying any of the women in your life jewelry. And you don’t have to spend a fortune to find something very eloquent and fitting!
26 Jun 2006 Beware: Platinum Quality Can Vary in Jewelry
Platinum is three times more expensive than gold. Jewelers aggressively market it because they make three times the profit on every platinum item they sell compared to gold. Platinum is a naturally white, lustrous metal that is long lasting.
26 Jun 2006 Amethyst: The Stone Of The Royals
The origin of amethyst name and its healing properties come from a Greek legend telling the story of how Dionysus, god of wine and intoxication was angry from one mortal that he swore revenge on all mortals who did not get drunk and celebrate.
31 May 2006 Designer jewelry
Designer jewelry what is it exactly? In simple terms designer jewelry is something made on special order under a renowned jewelry brands, and its uniqueness is defined by its customizable feature .You can classify a piece jewelry as designer one simply from the prompt designer's logo inscribed on it .Even if a designer jewelry is not made by a well known jeweler, it should be one-of –a-kind and outstandingly beautiful.

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