Glittering history: medieval, renaissance and modern diamonds. Part I.
“It stays intact even in the hottest flame, it is the sunlight, that thickened on the Earth and was cooled by the time, it plays with all colours and at the same time stays limpid, as a water drop…†– this is what the ancient wrote about a diamond. The history of diamonds covers thousands of years, but today these gems still continue attracting people with their magic beauty.
The Greeks called it adamas or adamantos – “insurmountable†or “unconquerableâ€, the Romans – diamond, the Arabs – almas, “the hardestâ€, the Indians – fahri. Diamonds used by a man were first mentioned in Indian sources. It is supposed, that people started to use diamonds three thousand years ago. The Indians worshipped diamonds and believed, these gems possessed a lot of magic qualities, as, for example, an ability to cure illnesses, protect against evil spirits or enemies, foresee the future.
To measure the weight of diamonds we use carats, that are equal to 0.2g or 200mg. Diamonds with the weight of more than 15 carats are extremely rare, and those of hundreds of carats are a great precious. Some of such gems get their own names, world fame and a place in history.
Today the annual volume of diamonds, mined all over the world amounts to 130 million carats. Diamonds are mainly used in jewelry, but not all of them can be applied in this sphere. Only 15% of the stones are called absolutely jewelry, and 45% more are called semi-jewelry – that means, they yield to the absolutely jewelry stones in shape, colour or clearness.
Butterfly decorations are always in: Sterling Silver Amethyst Butterfly Pendant.
The stone of archbishops and kings, the birthstone of February, amethyst comes today in a very tender and light variation. Airy and limpid wings of this butterfly will cover your image with a veil of charm and luxury.
Sterling Silver Amethyst Butterfly Pendant is a perfect example of how a woman’s jewelry should look like – amazingly beautiful but not too suggestive, bright but at the same time reticent, gorgeously regal – and nobly calm. Made of amethyst and sterling silver, this pendant will beautify any woman.
A 10-millimeter high and 10-millimeter wide pendant has the form of a butterfly, whereas 4 purple-coloured stones (round and marquise-shaped) make up the limpid and light wings. 925-sterling silver is a material, the centerpiece of the pendant is made from. The stones are attached securely to the silver part with the help of the prone settings to prevent loosing the gems. The centerpiece is nicely polished and glittering. 8-inches long chain of frozantin type can be fastened with a spring-ring clasp and adds to the beauty of the pendant.
A pendant for real women – fragile, tender and stunningly beautiful as butterflies – highlights your feminine beauty and attracts impressed looks. A part of spring and youth, that is always with you – this is Sterling Silver Amethyst Butterfly Pendant!
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Rings still stay unique gifts for men.
A solid example of jewelry for solid men – Sterling Silver 5 mm Wide Plain Band Ring by Gem Avenue is just what a respectable and elegant man has to wear.
Nothing odd – just noble glitter of silver, adding a cool note of reservation and confidence to your image. Being simple and plain, this ring still bears a strict and laconic character – the character of a real man. The ring is made of 925 sterling silver, which is marked in every band, produced by Gem Avenue. Being 5 mm wide, the ring looks not too massive, yet not too fragile – an ideal variant to substitute your wedding ring in rough conditions (maybe, camping, yachting or canoeing?). The weight of the ring is 4 grams, so that it does not disturb you and is very easy to get used to wearing. The ring has a fine polishing and is perfectly sleek. Accurate size and a nice luster won’t disappoint even the strictest connoisseurs of male jewelry.
The rings are delivered in elegant and beautiful boxes, that make them a lovely present to a beloved man on a special occasion. A bright, yet not too captivating and obtrusive gift – isn’t that what a man really wants?
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The whole rainbow stored in the earrings!
A rainbow of colours combined in harmony and taste – these are Genuine Freshwater Brown, Black, Pink, White, and Gray Pearl Stud Earrings! A bright set of 5 pairs will match any of your dresses and add a poignant peculiarity to your image!
Studs, made of sterling silver, carry freshwater pearls of different colours – mild and expressive, elegant and bright at the same time. Having the weight of only 0.4 grams per earring, these earrings will not become unbearably heavy even for the most delicate and fragile women. The same is about delicate skin - 925-Sterling silver fits perfectly for any skin type, and freshwater pearl, looking so natural and reserved, will highlight your beauty without being too suggestive. Despite the fact, that freshwater pearls tend to vary in shape, you can be absolutely sure – these earrings are identical in colour (brown, black, pink, white, and gray) and shape (5.5-6 millimeters high and the same parameters of wideness).
Each pair of earrings comes into a small bag, and this original package makes the earrings an ideal present for a beloved girl or young daughter. Actually, this is not one present, but five different ones combined – for each earring can be used with different attire without repetition (and this is what women are afraid of most of all)!
Freedom of choice – this is what a real woman always appreciates. Genuine Freshwater Brown, Black, Pink, White, and Gray Pearl Stud Earrings are a glittering, shiny and dazzling choice opportunity!
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How not to cut yourself with diamond blade: tips for choosing diamonds.
Sometimes we face a situation, when it is difficult to choose between 2 diamonds. However, our set of tips will help you to do this and to eliminate these difficulties.
First of all, an opportunity to compare two diamonds, you are choosing from, will give you a certain handicap. It is recommended to examine both stones at the same time, taking into consideration, that light and examination conditions must be equal for both gems. You can change the distance between the gems and your eyes, first looking at them closely, from the distance of 25-35cm, and then stretching the hand with the gem. You van also enlarge the distance and examine the diamonds, that are 2-3m far from you, for this is the distance, at which people examine jewelry, another person wears, but actually in this case you’ve got more chances to be mistaken.
Waving the stones from side to side produces an interesting effect – the patches of light change their direction, colour and number, sometimes flashes of light appear within the gem. This phenomenon is called scintillation, and it is said, that the better cutting a diamond has, the brighter and beautiful the scintillation is. Although difficult to measure exactly, scintillation can help you to choose a better glittering or “playing†diamond.
When comparing two diamonds, one has not only to point out their advantages, but also to notice the disadvantages, that lower the price or quality of a diamond. These are, for instance, faded brightness, dark zones within the gem or the “fish-eye†effect. Some specialists also consider it a disadvantage, when a diamond has a non-standard picture or proportions, or cut badly with the purpose to save the weight of the stone.
Generally, it is for you to decide, which diamond looks the most attractive for you. However, we do hope, our tips will help you one day.