Victorian jewelry

Victorian jewelry is one of the kind of ancient jewelry.The origin of this jewelry came from United kingdom during the existence of Queen Victoria. Queen Victoria was found of jewelry, and her influence contributed greatly to the many styles that developed during her reign.Period of 1837-1901 are generally classified as Victorian jewelry. Now a days these jewelry are not found only in United Kingdom,but you can easily find in many parts of the world. In 19th century European made the jewelry which is also known as Victorian jewelry.If we discuss from religion point of view, religion symbol were mainstays of jewelry design in both the Georgian and
Victorian eras.


As it is said that "History repeats itself" in 21st century this jewelry become a fashion jewelry.It is very beautiful jewelry heavy in weight and it is made up of precious metals.The quality and design of the jewelry varied owing to the demand of the people at the time. The common patter is floral design of the jewelry.Some material other than gold commonly found in victorian jewelry.The jewelry is very delicate and handle with care. Early Victorian jewelry are very delicate and engraved with many stones. But the Mid Victorian jewelry are not too much heavy, and made up of small mosaics, sea shells, agate etc.
jasper and amethyst.


Stones which are mostly found in Victorian jewelry are:-

Diamond
Ruby
Sapphire
Turquoise
Topaz
Glass, especially glass pearls
Pearls
Coral
Garnet (both red and green colors)
Emerald
Opal

John Hardy new jewelry collection for year 2009

John hardy is a famous jewelry designer.His native place is Canada and he shifted to bali in 1975 for learning the art of jewelry..He is expertise is in hand made jewelry.John hardy is a luxury brand of jewelry which is mostly sold in North America.His jewelry is mostly made up of silver and gold.

Recent collection for year 2009



1) Diamond and sterling silver cuff:-
The cuff is made of sterling silver with diamond setting on it.The pattern is circular throughout a bright cuff.


2)Silver diamond ring:-
The ring is in square shape.The cost of the ring is $2295.The boundry is made up of sterling silver and in centre diamond setting is done.The look of the ring is totally stunning.


3)Silver diamond hoop earrings:-
Hand crafted, diamond-studded earrings are accented with textured sterling silver.The look of the earring is very eligent and very pretti.

Armlet jewelry

Armlet is one of the traditional jewelry,it is also called as Baju bandh.This jewelry is wear on the arms.Mostly rural area of women used to wear this jewelry.But now a days it become fashion jewelry.If you wear this jewelry it increases the beauty of the arms. In ancient time both men and women wore this jewelry to look beautiful.Earlier it was made up of crud metal, but you can make it in silver as well as in gold.You can make this jewelry in many designs and shape, but the most common design are:-creeper, snakes and crocodile etc.Not only in India, but in America also this ornament is wear by people.

Armlet were worn in different style in India.If you are talking about north India this ornament is wear in daily routine and if you are talking about south India ,women like to wear only on occasion and the design varied from region to region.

Now this jewelry become modernized according to the changing trends and become a fashionable jewelry. Now you may see gemstones on the armlet. Women wear according to the matching.It still look ethnic if you wear with traditional dress.

Facts related to Diamond

The origin of the diamond, according to classical mythology, was its formation by Jupiter. The diamond is generally regarded as the premier gem of the world.Diamonds have been treasured as gemstones since their use as religious icons in ancient India.The demand of diamond has raised from 19th centurie because of improved the quality of diamond, cutting and finishing of diamond.Innovative design of the diamond. These are
reason why people prefer to buy diamonds.

Chemical properties of diamond



Diamond is second stable form of carbon.Its hardness and high dispersion of light make it useful for industrial applications and jewelry.Diamond is a transparent crystal of bonded carbon atom.Despite its hardness, the diamond is not indestructible, diamond will cut diamond, it can be burned in the air, being carbon, and will then leave behind carbon dioxide gas and, as ashes, an impurity called carbonado.Diamond is the hardest natural material known. The specific gravity of the diamond is 3.52, hardness, 10.

Colours of diamond



Diamonds have a wide range of colour, most numerous are the whites, yellows, and browns in a great variety of shades, then come the greens, red stones of strong tints are very rare, as are also blue, which have been found almost exclusively in India.You can find more variety of colours in diamonds are rose, peach,cinnamon etc, but these colours are very rare to find.

Diamond maintain its polish extremely well.Unlike many other gems,you can wear diamond in daily purpose.Perhaps contributing to its popularity as the preferred gem in engagement or wedding rings, which are often worn every day.

Facts related to jewelry

Jewelry is in the fashion from ancient times. The first jewelry was made of bones and animal teeth and dates back to the Stone Age. Jewelry of gold, copper and silver are in the trend from the ancient civilizations of the Aztec's, Egyptians and Romans. The word Jewelry is derived from the Latin word jocale, meaning "plaything," and the word jewel, which was anglicised in the 13th century from the Old French word jouel.

Jewelry has been made of many kinds of organic and inorganic materials such as hair, feathers, leather, scales, bones, shells, wood, ceramics, metals and minerals. But today when most people refer to jewelry, we refer to precious or semiprecious stones fixed in attractive metals such as gold, silver, platinum, copper and brass. Gold of course being the favorite.



Some facts related to jewelry:-

Men were the first to wear jewelry as a status symbol and as good luck amulets to aid them in battle.

Aaron, first high priest of the Hebrews, wore 12 gemstones mounted in his silver breastplate.This is when birthstones originated.

The legendary Croesus was the first King he was the founder of gold coins.He was the greatest collector of gold in history.

The first lady who wore diamond was Agnes Sorel, the mistress of King Charles VII of France.

The value of a diamond depends upon carat weight, color,clarity and cut. Cutting and polishing. these are some reason which makes diamond costly.

58.3% of pure gold is an item marked 14k.

About 75% of American receive a diamond engagement ring.

Jewelry of Rajasthan

Some of the most attractive Indian jewelry comes from the land of Rajasthan. Jewelery has always been an essential part of personal adornment in Rajasthan. Rajasthan is called as craft paradise of India. Precious stone and studded wore by kings and queens of rajputana are very famous in world.There color, designs, concept are incomparable. Their ethnic aura makes them absolute collector's delight. Rajasthani jewelry and gemstones have made a mark on the world map and no Royal Indian Wedding can ever be complete without jewelry.


Each area in Rajasthan actually has its own unique style of making jewelry. Rajasthan manufacturing a wide range of ornaments using Emerald, Diamond, Pearls, polki, Garnet, etc made in Jaipur and Jodhpur.Jaipur is the famous export centre of precious and semi precious stone jewelry. In the rural area of rajasthan women decorate themselves with chunky silver jewelry. Some of the traditional ornaments are rakhri, timaniyan, bala, bajubandh, gajra, gokhru, jod, etc. Some of the popular forms of Rajasthani Jewelry include Kundan Work, Thewa art, Meenakari etc.



Kundankari:-is the art of setting gems and stones in gold. Kundan jewelry is famous because of its design and perfection. This form was taught by the Mughals. It is one of the oldest form of jewelry.



Meenakari:-is a different kind of art of jewelry making and was introduced in Jaipur by the Mughals. It was brought to Jaipur by Raja Man Singh. it is the art of enameling gold and silver jewelry.



Thewajewelry:-In Thewa making, with precision and techniques the pieces of coloured glass are encased in gold plated silver. Design are worked out on the glass pieces.

Jewelry in Rajasthan is much more than just adornment – it is a part of their culture and traditions.

Black diamonds

Carbonado, commonly known as the 'Black Diamond,' is a natural polycrystalline diamond found in alluvial deposits in the Central African Republic and Brazil. Its natural colour is black or dark grey, and it is more porous than other diamonds.


Black diamonds have been around for a long time, and in the last few years it get popularity and market as well, and become a fashionable jewel. Of all the colours for diamonds, we consider black to be the least atractive, but this is not the fact. black colour is popular in diamonds. The jewelry industry's is finally beginning to pay off big time for black diamond, a category of colored diamond that was once held in such low esteem among specialists in these gems that few carried it. But designers began showing collections of black diamond jewelry.


In recent years, black diamonds have become fashionable as a result of being promoted. There are many other colours of diamonds which are far more attractive and available at quite reasonable prices.


Cuts & Shapes of Black Diamonds

Like near-colourless diamonds, black diamonds can be cut into almost any shape.



1.Round Brilliant:- As with other diamonds, the modern round brilliant cut remains the most popular cut.




2.Heart Shape:-The heart shape is a modification of the round brilliant cut.This shape diamond look good in any colour of diamond rather than colourless



3.Pear Shape:-The pear shape is similar to the heart shape in that it is also a modification of the round brilliant cut. Pear shape look excellent with black color diamond.



4.Princess Cut:-The princess cut is the most attractive cuts developed for diamonds. It combines the square shape with the brilliant cut.





5.Marquise or Navette Cut:-The marquise cut is also an adaptation of the round brilliant cut, this shape look good with any color of diamonds than it does in plain vanilla.