Gem Jewelry

In Tibet and Nepal gold jewelry has always been rare, a luxury reserved for the wealthy and powerful. Jewelry reflected not only the owner's personal wealth, but also social and political status - frequently, promotion in rank entailed promotion in jewelry, both for male government officials and their wives. Himalayan jewelry also conveys ancient cultural values and, particularly in its form as an amulet box, it serves a powerful talismanic function. In the great religious traditions of Buddhism and Hinduism, gems and jewels - connoting preciousness, rarity and supreme refinement - often served as metaphors for ideals of the faith, and Himalayan deities were magnificently adorned with crowns and earrings, armlets and anklets, and lavish necklaces. Through a lack of archaeological and literary evidence, as well as recent political upheaval, Himalayan jewelry has never been systematically studied, much of the information on the subject being derived from accounts of Western travellers or Tibetans in exile. Now, Gold Jewelry from Tibet and Nepal offers an overview of the subject, exploring how jewelry was defined and appreciated in the Himalayan region, its materials and manufacture and its social and symbolic functions. Illustrated with some of the finest examples of gold jewelry produced in the region in recent centuries - from elaborately designed turquoise earrings to gem-encrusted amulet boxes - this fascinating book offers a rare insight into ancient traditions. With 110 illustrations, 100 in colour.

Handmade designer jewelry - Handmade designer jewelry is a piece of jewelry that is truly handcrafted, so that each piece is unique. Unlike machine-made jewelry, no two pieces of handmade jewelry, even of the same design, will be identical.

Gem Theater - The Gem Theater was a saloon in Deadwood, South Dakota, owned by Al Swearengen. Swearengen and the Gem (as the Gem Saloon) are both portrayed in the HBO television show, Deadwood.

Fashion jewelry - Fashion Jewelry (British: Fashion Jewellery), once known as "paste" - named after the theatrical jewels that were "pasted" onto costumes - and later as "Costume jewelry" because of it's theatrical roots - by the 1960s the term was coined to represent a wide category of earrings, bracelets, pendants, ring}rings and other similar accessories that were made of lesser value materials than traditional or "real" jewelry like gold, silver or diamonds.

Jewelry District, Los Angeles, California - The Jewelry District is a section of Downtown Los Angeles where a variety of jeweled products are sold and is the largest jewelry district in the United States (according to the Los Angeles Convention Center and Visitor's Bureau). The annual reported sales from the Jewelry District is just under $3 billion.

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Bead and Gem Stone Jewelry - Bead and Gem Stone Jewelry 14-kt Gold Tiger Eye 2 3/4-ct Diamond Antique Butterfly Pin Embrace the increasing popularity of classic brooches with this dazzling butterfly pin that will set you apart from the crowd. The butterfly frame is made of 14-karat yellow gold bead and gem stone jewelry and forms a polished backdrop for the gemstones. Smooth pieces of tiger's eye stone form the wings bead and gem stone jewelry and bead-set round diamonds ( ...

Handmade Beaded Gem Stone Jewelry - Handmade Beaded Gem Stone Jewelry Red Coral Necklace & Bracelet Set (Peru) Elegant handmade beaded gem stone jewelry and tastefully exotic, this silver coral set will make the perfect Valentine's Day gift. This multi-bead necklace combines a red coral shaped heart handmade beaded gem stone jewelry and beads with Peruvian silver alpaca beads of varying shapes handmade beaded gem stone jewelry and sizes; the set also boasts a matching bracelet. According to ancient cultures, each stone has a distinct vibration ...

Beaded Gem Stone Jewelry - Beaded Gem Stone Jewelry Nicky Butler Sterling Silver Oval Gem Bracelet with Caviar Beading Mesmerize with the mystical look of this sterling silver oval gem bracelet with caviar beading from Nicky Butler. Available in your choice of moonstone or multi, this sterling silver bracelet features seven bezel-set oval gemstones (approx. 7x9mm). A pair of links joins each stone to the next, beaded gem stone jewelry and every other stone is embellished with a border of caviar beading. Elegant in its ...

Beaded Gem Stone Jewelry - Beaded Gem Stone Jewelry 14-kt Gold Tiger Eye 2 3/4-ct Diamond Antique Butterfly Pin Embrace the increasing popularity of classic brooches with this dazzling butterfly pin that will set you apart from the crowd. The butterfly frame is made of 14-karat yellow gold beaded gem stone jewelry and forms a polished backdrop for the gemstones. Smooth pieces of tiger's eye stone form the wings beaded gem stone jewelry and bead-set round diamonds (2.75 total ...

Specifications: 12-karat pink gold earrings Two oval garnets (6.0 gem carat weight) Two pear garnets (6.0 gem carat weight) 52 round garnets (3.6 gem carat weight) One sapphire cabochon (5.5 mm, 0.50 carat gem carat weight) 2.5 inches long Leverback clasps 19.3 grams total weight Click here to view our Diamond Buying Guide. This unique piece is estate jewelry, which by definition means previously owned. Treatment code N (diamond), E (sapphire, ruby). Treatment code N (diamonds), E (rubies and emeralds). Treatment code N (diamonds), E (rubies and emeralds). Treatment code N (diamonds), E (rubies and emeralds). Treatment code N (diamond), E (onyx), CR (ruby). This unique piece is estate jewelry, which by definition means previously owned. All carat weights and measurements are approximate and may vary slightly from the listed dimensions. Specifications: 18-karat yellow gold pin Polished frame with rope-textured strands and prong settings 11 round rubies (1.10 total gem carat weight) Two pear garnets (6.0 gem carat weight) Four round diamonds (122 stones, 2.13 total carat weight, F-G color, SI clarity) enhance the gemstones. Add the exquisite style and quality of vintage jewelry to your wardrobe with this dazzling diamond and gemstone pin. A glittering channel of bead-set diamonds set on the band edge decorates this truly unique ring. Jewelry in this collection reflects the period from 100 years ago to the present. Jewelry in this collection reflects the period from 100 years ago to the present. None were mass-produced or mass-marketed; some are one-of-a-kind items. None were mass-produced or mass-marketed; some are one-of-a-kind items. See Gemstone Treatments for further information. Workmanship and materials of the highest quality mean this jewelry can only appreciate in value. Workmanship and materials of the highest quality mean this jewelry can only appreciate in value. You can help by [ expanding it]. None were mass-produced or mass-marketed; some are one-of-a-kind items. None were mass-produced or mass-marketed; some are one-of-a-kind items. See Gemstone Treatments for further information. Inspired by nature and fashioned from lustrous 18-karat white gold, the brooch showcases 104 round pave-set green garnets (2.25 mm, 2.69 total gem weight). This charming carriage has turning wheels. This ring is available in size 6 only. 1/2 carat T.W. may be .45 to .57 carat. Jewelry in this collection gem jewelry.