Jewelry With History
If you've ever been curious about minimalism, summer is the perfect time to check it out. Going minimalist is a personal decision and there are as many different versions of minimalism as there are people. In a nutshell, minimalism is making do with the least amount of stuff that you are comfortable with. The key …
When jewelry is embedded with emotion and memory it becomes more than a piece of metal and stone, or gears and ticking, or bauble and chain. Charles and I were watching the new CBS television show "Blood and Treasure" The Secret of Macho Grande and we shared an ah-ha moment when art dealer Simon Hardwick …
Hello friends! We are happy to see you! Welcome to the eighth Pendant and Ring newsletter; you are now In The Loop. With summer starting this month we hope you can find some time to travel and share your pictures with us on Instagram @mypendantandring. We love seeing your pictures!! May was a good month …
Summer brings vacations, water sports, sunscreen, camping, bug spray, and a host of summer specific chemicals in contact with your skin and jewelry. Caring for your jewelry during the summer can mean taking an extra few minutes to ensure the longevity of your favorite pieces. Bare shoulders practically beg for big earrings. Whether you prefer …
Stainless Steel Ring With Celtic Scrollwork Detail. This design is unique in that it combines two types of Celtic interlace through use of the never-ending circular designs, and the inclusion of zoomorphic terminations. "There are two main types of interlace in Celtic Art. Knotwork that is composed of closed paths of bands or cords is …
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Size 9 Stainless Steel, Etched, Greek Key Pattern Ring "Perhaps there is no motif this is truer of than the Greek key, which is even older than its name suggests. Variations of the design are found on Egyptian tombs, ancient Chinese buildings and sculptures, and Mayan carvings. Still, we most closely associate the linear geometric …
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Whenever we go to a jewelry show or arts festival we hear numerous questions about stainless steel jewelry. These are the top three questions we hear; asked and answered. Is stainless steel jewelry any good? Yes, stainless steel is a good material for jewelry but keep in mind that design and production quality varies from …
Stainless Steel, Silver Plated, Claddagh Ring with triquetras and knotwork on the sides of the hollow band. The band is 1cm tall. We have one size 7, one size 8, and one size 9! The ring will always retain its brilliant luster and sheen, even fifty years later. "The Claddagh's distinctive design features two hands …
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Hypoallergenic jewelry does not cause a reaction in most people. As an umbrella term "hypoallergenic jewelry" covers a number of different jewelry products. Any jewelry item made of only one type of metal is hypoallergenic. Jewelry made of these metals are hypoallergenic: titanium platinum stainless steel copper In reference to these metals, hypoallergenic indicates an …
You've heard about dressing for the job you want, but have you heard about accessorizing for the job you want? Your boss and your associates see you every work day, subtle changes in your wardrobe can indicate that you are ready for more responsibility (and a raise). Depending on your office environment some jewelry items …
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During medieval times, Plague swept through the European continent destroying communities and greatly reducing the world population. Family lines ended, congregations evaporated, fear of the unknown and of those who seemed different stressed the social fabric, and in some places, it unraveled altogether. The arts declined, literacy rates dropped, wisdom and knowledge of ages vanished …
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Making jewelry is a skill learned over time. When we started making jewelry it was a hobby that we enjoyed. We learned from people we met, from business we visited, from youtube, and from books. The more you practice a skill the better you get. After years of practice we see the errors in our …
First - We picked Dylan Lauren because we love what she had to say about jewelry. I'm not so much a shoe or bag person as jewelry, and I think it's because jewelry is like candy. - Dylan Lauren. How can we not love that! Jewelry is like candy - or maybe sugar sprinkles, or …
There are three main reasons why necklace clasps sticks and one main reason they do not stay shut. Here are some quick and easy tips to help you repair your clasp and get on with your day. Tip #1 If your clasp has fluff and stuff blocking the action of the internal hinge you can …
This sturdy metal scarf clip is reliable; it will not crack and break like a plastic scarf clip. The screws used in the construction of this scarf clip are easy to loosen for luxurious thick scarves, or tighten for thin and silky scarves. It is 5.5cm (2 1/4 inches) across at the widest point. There …
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The exchange of love tokens is part of various rituals between two people. Small gifts help to cement the bond of friendship and all kinds of love. We seem pre-programmed to share with those we love. A child sharing with a parent is a small act of love. As we age gift giving is no …
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Intentionally added patina can add an air of mystery, an antique flair, or a shimmer of rainbow depth to a piece of jewelry. We often apply a patina to a piece if it has especially good details or if it is over a certain age. Applied patina is typically more even than a natural patina …
Tis the season... Welcome to the second installment of your monthly newsletter! It is the time of year when we look forward to gathering with friends and family. Don't get bogged down searching from place to place or site to site looking for the perfect gifts; we can help you simplify your shopping and make …
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We love Halloween. Every year we decorate, we dress-up and we find something fun to do. Sometimes we go to parades, or costume contests, trick-or-treating, or out for dinner and a movie. Halloween is a great experience for the Pendant and Ring family; it is a holiday we cherish. There are thousands of elegant and …
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Just like silver jewelry, there are many varieties of gold-looking jewelry in both the fine and fashion categories. Six types of golden jewelry include Gold, Gold Filled, Gold Plated, Rose Gold, Brass and Bronze. Old gold jewelry is easy to identify because it does not tarnish. If your vintage or antique jewelry is clean and …
