My grandmother owns a lot of jewelry. But her favorite pieces are those with blue stones particularly her sapphire ring, bracelet, earrings, and necklace set. I guess it’s because sapphires complement her blue eyes the most. She once explained to me that her sapphires are very special because they are cut into cabochons or smooth [...]

Jewelry used to be seen as expensive. Today gold and diamonds are still very popular and still very expensive. However there are alternatives especially if you are looking for smart casual and chic styles. There are gemstone rings that are just as lovely and as dazzling. Rings with stones such as peridot, garnet, topaz and [...]

With the wide variety of gemstones around our midst, it is easy to choose one with high luster. Amber and some garnet have a resinous luster, while turquoise is sometimes described as “waxy”. This comes from the natural characteristics of gemstones. Luster is further enhanced by the skillful cutting of the stone’s facets in such [...]

I’m a sterling silver aficionado. It started when I was still a sophomore. May aunt gave me a set of handcrafted sterling silver rings with bracelet and necklace. Since then I became a fan of sterling silver jewelry. My fondness for this type of jewelry prompted me to learn more about it. It makes me [...]

Authentic Indian jewelry is produced by Native American tribes. They have been producing Native American rings, bracelets and pendants for years but have managed to come up with exciting new designs. Most pieces are handcrafted. You will find one of a kind pieces attractive in their exclusivity. They may be plain or enhanced [...]

When it comes to jewelry, sterling silver is always a beautiful addition to any wardrobe. It also makes for a thoughtful gift. In fact, many stylish women who recognize fashion trends know that there is something really special about sterling silver jewelry. These accessories help your unique personality to shine and dazzle.
Some of the best [...]

An engagement ring need not be adorned with a big diamond especially if the bride-to-be prefers another stone. There are many gemstone rings to choose from that are also suitable to be engagement rings. Besides, the beautiful colors make life more exciting. The popularity of gemstone rings as an alternative to diamond rings is on [...]

Through the centuries, different civilizations around the globe have appreciated the opal. The Romans regarded this gemstone as a charm of hope while Arabians believed that the opal fell as rain from the heavens. In India, opal is revered as a lucky gemstone for business. As such, many Indian businessmen can be seen wearing an [...]

Dragons are the symbol of power and bravery. They are magical, mystical creatures that often depicted as guardians of castles and treasure troves. This is why the dragon is often used as jewelry designs. I have a few dragon rings. They are all very striking and each piece is unique.
Dragons are [...]

Rings for all occasions! We all know that there are several kinds of rings that we can keep. There is the diamond ring, the gold ring, wedding or engagement rings. For some women, there may be one that can be worn for almost any occasion. For most, it is the pearl ring.
The pearl ring is [...]