Wednesday, July 29, 2009

The beguiling beauty of the historical bracelets


The birth of human jewelry goes back in time to some 20,000 years ago. Such jewelry in ivory, shells and bones were generally found in graves. Historical bracelets made their appearance in ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia where these bracelets known as scarabs were found in mummified pharaohs. Used in Egypt to signify regeneration and rebirth these antique bracelets were tied on babies in Latin America evidently to ward off the evil eye. In Bangladesh, India and Pakistan, these bracelets, known as bangles, in glass or gold, are worn by women around their wrists. Bangles could signify festivals or marital status. Historical bracelets in bright colored Murano beads have bewitched the wearer since the 13th century.

Today you can find online silver bracelets with scarabs, bracelets with the famous Faberge pastel egg and copies of antique bracelets with Viking Runes in sterling silver from the Viking era.

Monday, July 27, 2009

Compliment your outfit with Antique Necklaces




Antique Necklaces have an old world charm associated with them. Donning them exudes gracefulness, class and elegance. These historical necklaces act as the perfect accessory to any dress by accentuating every design and detail. So, whether it’s an elegant evening gown or your matter-of-the fact professional attire, antique necklaces are sure to add an extra sense of confidence and grace to your persona.

Things to be kept in mind while buying historical necklaces

Research is indispensable if you are looking for genuine antique necklaces. Make sure that you are acquainted with the materials used and the designs prevalent in a particular era, if you are planning to buy historical necklaces from that period of history. The clasp mechanism used in the necklaces is also a tell-tale sign of its age with the material of the hooks and springs denoting different periods to which the necklace can belong to.

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Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Antique Earrings to Make You Go Gaga


Ever wonder why there’s such a strong influence of history over our lives? Well, it’s not only the lives of great men that bring us to the point of contemplative action, but things they have introduced as well that we are so fascinated with. Jewellery from the days of yore, for instance has intrigued many, especially historical earrings. What make these antique earrings so fascinating are their intricate designs adorned with many precious stones.

These earrings which make their way from various historical backgrounds like Egyptian, Russian, African, Celtic and Pre-Columbian, are definitely a great insight into the art revivalism of those regions. The antique earrings come in various shapes and sizes and you can have your fill in options like hoop earrings, crescent earrings, heart earrings and swirl earrings. And if you’re wondering where to get them, just browse online for dealers in antique jewellery and start ogling at the lot before buying the one you like the most.

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Russian Jewelry Stylish And Adorable Antique Jewelry


Considering the fact that serious collection of Russian jewelry started from around 1719 during the reign of Peter the Great, collectors still vigorously seek antique jewelry from Russia. It is not unusual to find Russian jewelry like the antique enamel and diamond heart pendant from the turn of the 20th century going under the hammer today at Christie’s.

Russian jewelry owes a part of its popularity to Carl Faberge who was commissioned by the then Czar Alexander III to craft eggs in silver and gold encrusted with both precious and semi precious gems and enamel. These Faberge eggs have inspired many modern craftsmen to periodically offer copies online in the likes of Imperial Red Star Pendant and Imperial Blue Egg on bow with Pearl Necklace. Occasionally early Viking era (around 750 AD) jewelry, like bracelets with Viking Runes in sterling silver, is offered online.

Sunday, July 12, 2009

Affordable and Elegant Brooches for both men and women


The new-age sophisticated man is as aware about his bracelets and rings as he is about his ties and shoes. Considering the cyclical nature of fashion, it then comes as no wonder that antique brooches are again as much in demand as they were a couple of centuries ago. And this time round, it’s not just the fairer sex that is lapping them up but even men are queuing up outside jewelry stores to buy their favorite historical brooches.

Technically speaking, for any jewelry piece to be recognized as an antique, it should at least be a hundred years old. This gives us a wide choice in terms of the period of history to choose our antique brooches from. The historical brooches are especially craved for, owing to their elegance and uniqueness. Thanks to online stores, one may avail a wider range of choices and that too, from the comfort of his/her place.

Monday, July 6, 2009

Priceless Jewelry in your hands

Who doesn’t wish to own the finest jewelry in the world? Every day, people flock jewelry shops to buy precious jewelry in gold, silver and diamond. However, there are very less number of people who actually get an opportunity to get their hands on historical jewelry.

Whenever one thinks of Antique Jewelry, one remembers the times of kings and queens. People either see or come to read in newspapers about old jewelry belonging to previous centuries getting auctioned at a heavy price in museums. However, thanks to some jewelry sellers, elegant Antique Jewelry can now be bought by common people as well. In recent times, several authorized retailers have emerged that have the right to reproduce the jewelry replicating the ones which are over hundred years old. Using high end technology, these manufacturers make an exact copy of jewelry that one can find in reputed museums all over the world. And unlike the real ones, these jewelry cost several times less because they have been specifically designed and manufactured keeping common people in mind.

Wednesday, July 1, 2009

Antique Pendants: Find a recognized museum jewelry store


Antique pendants are delicate and elaborate jewelry items. They represent the perfect blend of traditional designs from various cultures combined judiciously with contemporary popular styles. Antique pendants bring back the glorious past and thus, attained a recognized status in today’s jewelry market. One can get anything from solitaire gemstones to intricate jewel-studded patterns in antique pendants. People, who prefer, lavalieres can get so many choices from Art Nouveau era to Edwardian era in beautiful shapes and designs.

Where to Buy?
Antique pendants are precious collectors’ item that fit in any lifestyle and budget. You can get economical pendants worth a few hundred dollars to pendants made with original diamonds and pearls. All you have to do is to find a recognized museum jewelry shop where choices are endless.

Go through the entire collection of historical pendants and get an unbeatable and unique design that can provide you the desired styling.