Peridot, Sardonyx and Spinel: The 3 Birthstones of August
09 August 2016
While certain months only have one birthstone that people associate with them, August has three birthstones, namely peridot, sardonyx and spinel. Each one offers its own unique characteristics, history and superstitions. We provide a bit of information on these birthstones to help you learn additional facts. PERIDOT Since ancient times in Egypt, peridots have been mined and revered for the qualities. In fact, this gemstone is nicknamed ‘Gem of the Sun’ in honour of its yellowish-green tones it often has […]
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Choosing the Right Bridal Jewellery and Accessories
26 July 2016
Now that you know which dress you will wear on your wedding day, it is time to select the ideal bridal jewellery and accessories to enhance it in an attractive manner. Since there are a number of different choices on the market today, this decision may be a bit confusing for you. For this reason, we offer tips on selecting the right jewellery enhancements and accessories for your bridal outfit in the information here. JEWELLERY PIECES NEED TO COMPLEMENT THE […]
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Ruby: The Birthstone for July
14 July 2016
Rubies are valuable gemstones that range from pink to deep red in colour and belong to the corundum mineral species. The chromium in the stones provides them with their signature colouring. In addition, the ruby birthstone for July is highly popular for rings, necklaces and other pieces of jewellery today. Expect to pay top prices for quality rubies since their value ranks up there with sapphires, emeralds and diamonds. A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE RUBY BIRTHSTONE FOR JULY Ancient cultures […]
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Names and Monograms in Jewellery: Customisation That Brings More Sentiment and Value
27 June 2016
While many wear and give various pieces of jewellery daily, you may wonder if there is a way to make a unique statement with the pieces you select to own or gift. One way to accomplish this wish is to engrave names and monograms in jewellery. You can ask jewellers to perform this engraving on bracelets, charms, pendants, key rings, rings and other items for your personal use or for a special present for someone near and dear to you. […]
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Pearl: The Birthstone for June
15 June 2016
As the birthstone for June, the pearl is the symbol of purity. Pearls are created in a natural manner, but not in the earth unlike other gemstones. Instead, this gem comes from saltwater oysters or freshwater clams. Experts harvest these gems from the various lakes and oceans throughout the world, which are at times, part of farms set up for this purpose. When the light hits on this gem, it glimmers and shows off its unique colouring. In addition, this […]
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