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Gemstones are precious stones and semi-precious stones.
All can be called gems. All are minerals that have
hardness, density, refraction, and color.
Stones
of all kinds have played a very important part in the
history of mankind. From the beginning, small smooth
river stones were collected and carried for good luck
when hunting.
Used as talismans and good luck charms throughout
recorded history and before, stones in all their many
forms, are considered the 'bones of the Earth'.
Aquamarine
A
blue to blue-green variety of the mineral beryl. It is
the stone of courage. It emits a gentle and
compassionate energy, exhibiting moderation. It can be
used to balance and fortify the glands, and is excellent
for improving the eyes, and teeth and the formative bone
structure.
Jasper
A form of opaque chalcedony which forms in massive
formations, Jasper is dark red, orange, yellow, tan,
brown, green, gray, and blue.
Jasper is considered a Power Stone. It is the stone
that encourages confidence. It is a stone of the earth,
and therefore a very "grounding" stone. All Jaspers have
excellent protective energies.
Jasper helps to re-align all chakras, integrating
energies for the greater good. It stabilizes the aura,
and provides cleaning of dysfunctional energies.
Jasper is a stone that reminds us to motivate and
help others—it reminds us to bring joy to others. I
chose Jasper today because it is a nurturing stone and
reminds me of mothers everywhere on this their very
special day.
To see more of The StarStrings Collection by Molly
Magdalain
click here.
Emerald
A rare variety of the mineral beryl. Emerald is a
clear deep green because of its chromium content and
some are more expensive than diamonds.
It is a
stone to bring harmony to all areas of ones life. It can
be used to open, activate, and stimulate the heart
chakra, while helping to quiet the emotions.
For
Gemstone Collectors
Colombian Emerald (J) 2.28 ct. 7.4 x 9.9 mm. [Gec:
O] Pear shaped cut. Slightly included, with vivid,
medium to medium dark slightly bluish green color.
Excellent brilliance and sparkle. BK. |
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Greetings & Happy Mother's Day!
There's lots new at the Jewelry Collecting site. In case
you haven't visited for a week or so, there are links
below to my newest articles.
I'm really
excited about the interviews I've got lined up for you.
Next week I will be speaking with Elliot Abbott of The
Hollywood Collection. The rings, bracelets, earrings,
pendants, and watches in
The Hollywood Collection are original
reproductions of cinematic jewels from legendary films,
and they are fabulous!
 You'll
love them all, and they are very affordably priced. In
addition to my interview,
 I
will be writing a Review of the collection, and an
ongoing series of stories about individual pieces from
this wonderfully 'collectible' collection.
Please send along any comments or questions you have.
Suggestions for new articles are welcomed, and I am
always looking for great stories about jewelry and the
hobby of jewelry collecting.
I
look forward to hearing from you, and really would
appreciate your feedback.
And, to all
you Moms out there, "Have a wonderful day, you deserve
it!".
Best Regards,
Susan Dorling
Jewelry Collecting Editor at Bella Online
www.bellaonline.com/site/JewelryCollecting
How to Buy Genuine Native American Jewelry -
Buying Tips and 'Heads Up' for Novice Collectors
 It
is an unfortunate fact of life that unscrupulous
people make money by cheating others. They are
everywhere—not lurking in the shadows, as you might
think—but right out in the open, brazen as can be.
These dishonest retailers lay in wait for those of
us who innocent and wide-eyed with delight, gaze
star-struck upon the object of our fancy from a
dazzling array of gorgeous bracelets, earrings,
necklaces, and rings masquerading as genuine Native
American jewelry.
Read More...
Shopping
note: I
found a great online store offering genuine Native
American jewelry. If you love this jewelry as much
as I do, please take a moment to visit our friends
at
www.e-pueblo.com
Elvis Presley's Passion
for Jewelry
“It was like he came along
and whispered a dream in everybody’s ear and then we
dreamed it”. Bruce Springsteen
 The
most memorable, exciting personality in American
music was born January 8, 1935 in a two-room plank
shack in East Tupelo, Mississippi, on the wrong side
of the railroad tracks. He won his first prize for
singing at the age of 10. By 19, he had made his
first record and become a worldwide sensation as a
rock and roll singer. Extraordinary entertainer,
enigmatic myth, Elvis Presley lives on as legend
nearly three decades after his death at the age of
42 on August 16, 1977. Today, in 2006, he is more
popular than ever—thousands of fans still flock
yearly to his Graceland mansion—and sales of his
albums top one billion. In the South, they talk
about Elvis and Jesus in the same breath.
Read
More...
More New Articles
(to read please click on the following links)
How to Buy Genuine Native American Jewelry -
Identification Tips and Introduction to Materials Used
New
Articles Coming Soon
Artist Interview - 'Alexa Hurst of Loopy Monkey'
Artist Interview - 'Elliot Abbott of The Hollywood
Collection'
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Famous Jewelers -'Interview with Elvis Presley's
Jeweler, Lowell Hays'
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Collector Specialties -'Native American Jewelry -
Treasures from the Earth'
Watch for these and many more in the coming weeks.! |
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Marlene
Dietrich's Aquamarine and Diamond Ring
from
The Hollywood Collection |
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Your arms were always open when I
needed a hug. Your
heart understood when I needed a
friend. Your gentle eyes were stern
when I needed a lesson. Your
strength and love has guided me and
gave me wings to fly.
by Sarah Malin
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