C.z Necklace Earring Set

C.z Necklace Earring Set by JewelryNest on Polyvore.com

Combine this 14k yellow gold and triple A cubic zirconia necklace with 14k white gold brilliant triple A cubic zireconia stud earrings, wrapped in handmade bezel,

Sterling Venetian Rounded Link Bracelet 25.0.gr.tw - JewelryNest

sterling silver box links are rounded to create a substantial chain with an elegant look. Bracelet closes with a lobster claw clasp 

Sterling Silver Gold Smokey Topaz Ring 3.5.cts.tw -JewelryNest

 Sterling Silver 18K Gold Citrine or Smokey Topaz Twisted Band Ring Delight in this dynamic solitaire full of light and sophistication. This ring is crafted from sterling silver and 18K yellow gold and features one cushion cut 8mm stone in a bezel setting in your choice of smokey topaz or yellow citrine.

Silver 18K Diamond Dangle Heart Earrings 0.12.ct.tw - JewelryNest

 Embellish your look with these intricate, lovely hearts. Crafted from Sterling Silver and 18K yellow gold, diamond drop earrings each glisten with three round cut diamonds in p`ave settings inside a luminous heart shape. with hinged snap backs for effortless security.

14k Gold Assorted Semi-Precious Briolette Earrings (16.8 cts,tw.)

brilliant colors abound with these dazzling earrings are stunning, fanciful and bursting with radiant color.Multi gemstones including amethyst, blue topaz, citrine peridot ,garnet,smoky topaz and iolite, dangle gracefully from a 14k gold loop chain with fish hook back close

Emerald: May’s Birthstone, Facts and Folklore

emerald is the birthstone of choice. As stunning as this popular, precious stone is, there is much to consider when purchasing it. You may be in the market for a loose emerald stone, emerald ring, emerald anniversary band, emerald diamond ring, three stone emerald ring, When purchasing jewelry as a gift, you may want to consider buying jewelry that includes a person's birthstone. For this month, the month of May,celet, emerald necklace, whatever your choice, there is much to look for and consider. Learn about emeralds and buy with confidence. The 4c's cut, clarity, color and carat., apply to emeralds as well as diamonds, and to all gemstones. There is also much folklore and history that surrounds the emerald stone. color.

Color is the most important factor when determining its' price. In fact, smaller emeralds with richer, better color, command a higher price than bigger stones with a weaker color. When it comes to cut, the precision and delicacy of the cut determines the price of the stone. emeralds can be cut in a variety of ways including the traditional "emerald cut" as well as rounds, ovals, squares and cabuchons. Heavily flawed stones are most frequently given cabuchon cuts. As far as clarity goes, (clearness of the stone) unlike diamonds, emeralds, almost always have inclusions and are rarely flawless. In fact, emerald connoisseurs will not purchase an emerald unless they can see the inclusions because they assume they are fake or laboratory created. emeralds are measured in carat. emeralds with the best color and few inclusions become very expensive, as they are so rare.

Emeralds have a fascinating history. Traditionally, emeralds are worn to promote healing and enhance love and contentment. emeralds are traditionally thought to enhance the clairvoyance of their wearers. Mummies were often buried with emeralds and the gems were popular in ancient Rome, but some think that many of the stones called emeralds in ancient times were actually peridot. They have graced Crown Jewels and embellished the thrones of some of the oldest dynasties in history. In ancient times emeralds held a real fascination for the people. emeralds were, in fact, considered to be a cure for many diseases. As a result of such claims, emeralds were greatly sought after and a profitable trade was established between Egypt and nations as far away as India.

The Egyptian monopoly on the world supply of emeralds lasted right up until the Sixteenth Century, C E. Cleopatra valued her lustrous emeralds so greatly that the ancient mines in Egypt are now called Cleopatra's Mines -- there they discovered emeralds of breathtaking size and beauty. From mines in the Egyptian desert, not far from the Nile River, emeralds made their way to all parts of the 'known world'... The finest emeralds are found in Colombia; other sources are Russia, Zimbabwe, and Australia. In ancient times emeralds were believed to improve low I Q and poor eyesight.emeralds have an interesting legacy of violence, romance, and controversy. Scholars wore emeralds to strengthen their memory and become more eloquent. Unlike diamonds and rubies, there is no abundance of emeralds, and that is probably the reason why these mystical pagan green gems are more expensive than any other jewel. And, carat for carat, they are the most expensive gems in the world. Why such a high price? A large part of the reason is that emeralds are rare gems. Buying emerald jewelry for the May birthday girl, makes it that much more personal and special. The emerald, so brilliant, beautiful and steeped in history and folklore, will make the perfect gift, as long as you know what your buying, so you get the best quality for your money.
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Designing Your Own Designer Diamond Rings Online

Shopping for the perfect designer ring for your engagement or wedding ring can be an exciting but overwhelming experience. Jewelry counters are filled with hundreds of diamond and gold rings, but sometimes none are 'just right'. Perhaps you see a beautiful ring in platinum, but you would prefer a diamond ring in yellow gold. Or, maybe you are looking for a unusual setting for a diamond ring to give your fiance a designer ring that reflects her unique personality. Designing your own ring online lets you create a beautiful ring that you won't find in any store.

Creating your own diamond designer ring online has many advantages. As the designer of the ring, you can make it to your exact preferences, choosing the setting for the engagement ring, the size and type of gemstone you want in the ring, and the color of the metal. Create a completely unique diamond ring in yellow gold, platinum or silver. Add other gemstones such as Tanzanite, emerald or rubies to your diamond designer ring. Using you and your fiance's birthstones, or the stone from the month that you met is an extremely romantic way to add extra special meaning to your engagement ring and is just one of the ways that you can create a one-of-kind designer ring that has personal meaning.

Browse through a selection of settings for engagement rings online to get an idea for what style you are looking for. Do you want something simple and classic, such as a plain band with a princess cut solitaire diamond? Or maybe you want to create an unusual setting for a diamond ring, with trillion cut gemstones and an asymmetrical design? When designing settings for an engagement ring, try to imagine what you (or your fiance) will wear. You want to design a beautiful ring that will be worn every day, and will match the wearer's sense of style. An unusual setting of diamond ring might not be appreciated by someone who has a more traditional style, while the simpler, popular settings for an engagement ring might seem boring to a woman to likes to look different.

One big advantage of designing rings online is that you are able to work to your budget. By changing the size, quality and type of gemstones in your designer ring, or the metal in the setting of an engagement ring, you can adjust the cost. For example by choosing a setting for your diamond ring in yellow gold you may be able to afford a larger gemstone than if you opted for one of the more expensive platinum settings for an engagement ring.

Another plus is that you can design in your own time, playing with an almost endless selection of settings for an engagement ring, swapping gemstone shapes and colors, and even letting friends and family preview the designs to get their opinion on your designer ring. You will save time by not trailing around the jewelry shops trying to find the perfect, beautiful ring and will have fun creating your own, unique diamond designer ring.