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1126: The History Of Tiaras
Traditionally the Tiara is a form of headgear that is similar to a crown. The Tiara is usually worn by female members of a royal family. The literal translation of the world tiara means high crown. However unlike a crown the tiara is not a completely circular. Although circular in shape it does not meet at the back of the head. In ye olden times th
1127: The Most Amazing Diamond Discoveries
It is fairly common knowledge that the first diamonds we know of were discovered in India. This is where the first systematic mining of diamonds took place Diamond mining in India began over two thousand years ago.
In the 1660s when these operations were discovered by a French jeweler and traveler, Jean Baptiste Tavernier, the diamond mining wa
1128: The Mystique Behind the Ruby
The vibrant red-colored ruby was fodder for many a lore and legend. The gemstone spurned a mystical quality that led people in history to revere it as a magical item, something that enhanced human traits like intelligence, bravery, passion and all red color associated emotion across many world cultures. This will be a brief on a little history of t
1129: The Myth and Lore of AmethystThe Birthstone of February
Amethyst is said to cure hangovers, bring spiritual wisdom, and even capture wild beasts, all of which may be particularly helpful if you are raising young children or working in the business world. To gain a deeper insight into how these qualities might tie together, let us look at the old stories and dive more deeply into their meaning.
1130: The Myth and Lore of GarnetsJanuary s Birthstone
The lore of garnets can be traced back to the ancient Greek myth of Persephone. She was the maiden daughter of Zeus, the most powerful Greek god, and Demeter, the Earth mother whose realm was plants and agriculture.
Persephone was picking flowers when she was abducted by Hades, the ruler of the underworld. Zeus sought out Hermes to find her and
1131: The Myth and Lore of PearlJune s Birthstone
I know of no treatise on the secret lives of oysters, the fleshy creature that lives in the depths. Is that grain inside its shell that forms the pearl like a sore that is slow to heal, or is it merely an "irritant" as it is described in the gem trade-like having a small rock in our shoe?
The lore of pearls can fill volumes, starting with the
1132: The Myth and Lore of RubiesJuly s Birthstone
Offer a large ruby to the Hindu deity, Krisna, the eternal child, and you will be reincarnated as an emperor. Offer a smaller ruby and in the next life, you'll be merely a king. If you believe that existence is not cyclical and have figured out who you were before you were born, the thirteenth century physician Naharari of Kashmire has more practic
1133: The Myth and Lore of TopazNovember s Birthstone
Topaz was one of the original gems on the Breastplate of the Second Temple, inscribed to with the name of one of the twelve tribes of Israel. While many of the birthstones have been changed over the millenia, topaz is one gem that is almost universally accepted as November's birthstone; it is the gem of the zodiac sign Sagittarius. It is also calle
1134: The Nature of Gold Jewelry
Gold is dense, soft, shiny and the most malleable and ductile of the known metals. Because of the softness of pure (24k) gold, it is usually alloyed with base metals for use in jewellery, altering its hardness and ductility, melting point, color and other properties.
Native gold contains usually eight to ten percent silver, but often much more
1135: Three Killer 40th Birthday Gifts For Men
So, Mr Oh-So-Special In Your Life, is turning 40, and you have no clue what to get him for a birthday present? Well, fear not, you've come to the right place, and I'm prepared to divulge the secret best gift ideas ever for that soon to be 40 year old in your life.
Now, it doesn't matter how young they think they are, turning 40 is a big deal for
1136: Tips to Keep Your Vacuum Cleaner Running Strong
Anyone who has carpet in their house has a need for a vacuum cleaner. Whether you bought yours brand-new or used, a small apartment model or a larger commercial sized one, you have to take care of your vacuum in order to keep it running its best.
1137: Top Rules While Gifting Your Employees
If you are thinking of gifting your employees please give gifts to everyone and don't play favorites. Give gifts to everyone from your assistant to your utility. Treat them all equal. If you are thinking of gifting different kinds of items, then the cost difference must be with in few dollars.
Don't get charged for favoritism- If you are planni
1138: Topaz As A Jewelry Gemstone
Topaz has a wealth of ancient history and folklore attached to it and can be found on the market in a variety of colors. The stone can be found in such diverse locations as Russia, Brazil, Central Asia, the American West and the island of Sri Lanka. Though this stone is relatively hard it should be protected when worn as a gemstone since its near-
1139: Turquoise As A Jewelry Gemstone
These magnificent stones are some of the most popular in the world. Though most stones used in jewelry have been treated to enhance their appearance and durability, this does not take away from their value and beauty. The value of these is measured by the depth of color and often by the appearance of crystal streaks and specks that highlight many
1140: U K Shopping Provides Items Of Good Taste
The full flavor of Great Britain can be found at UK shopping sites that specialize in cutting beef and pork into delightful portions that are typically British. Customers can go shopping online and find a number of groceries items that come from retailers in the UK, order those products, and have them delivered directly to the door in one day or le
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