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Diamond Jewelry The Big Four Cs

April 27, 2017 by admin

grandmothers jewelry boxDiamonds are considered valuable because of their strength, beauty and rarity. Although used throughout manufacturing in drill bits and other tools, the mention of the word “diamond” usually brings to mind some of the diamond jewelry found in grandmothers jewelry box.

Diamonds in engagement rings date back to the 15th century. Today, diamonds for jewelry are priced according to the gemological characteristics known as the four c’s: carat, clarity, color and cut.

Diamond Carat And Clarity





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Filed Under: Vintage Jewelry Tagged With: bridal jewelry, cubic zirconia jewelry, cubic zirconia rings, designer inspired jewelry, engagement rings

Egyptian Jewelry And It’s History

April 27, 2017 by admin

grandmothers jewelry boxWhen you think of Egypt, you usually think of pyramids and the sphinx. However, Egyptians are also know for their exquisite jewelry. Egyptian jewelry evokes the history and culture of the people who once brought us the magnificent pyramids.

In fact, the Egyptian jewelry you’ll find in Grandmothers Jewelry Box is made by people whose families have been making this type of jewelry for generations. If the same people who brought us the pyramids also make jewelry, you can only imagine just how fantastic it truly is.

grandmothers jewelry boxEgyptian jewelry is full of history and significance. The jewelry is often crafted using symbols and materials that tell the story of who these people were, are and where they’re going. Relics of this jewelry have been found in tombs and historical sites for many years. These relics have been used to create reproductions of the Egyptian jewelry that you can find in stores these days.




The Egyptian Pharaohs

This ancient and beautiful jewelry was often used by the ancient pharaohs. These pharaohs were also buried with much of their jewelry in their tombs. Most museum exhibits include Egyptian jewelry as part of their showcases. That’s because the Egyptians made some of the most beautiful jewelry to date.

grandmothers jewelry boxEven though the makers of this ancient jewelry are long gone, you can often find imitations sold today. Many jewelry makers have created a market for recreated Egyptian jewelry, and therefore you can find reproductions of most of the jewelry worn in the ancient Egyptian times online or in specialized stores.

We have discovered many things about the ancient Egyptian people, and therefore we have copied many of their styles and ideas, and incorporated them into our lives.

grandmothers jewelry boxEgyptian jewelers for the most part use gold in the production of most pieces. Go to any museum and you’ll see mummies buried with loads of gold Egyptian jewelry. Of course, some of the tombs that were supposed to be kept buried were ravaged by scavengers and most of the Egyptian jewelry was taken. However, many museums have reclaimed these treasures to include them in their exhibits to show others the wonders of that time.

If you’re looking for Egyptian jewelry to wear, you can find it in Egypt, of course, or you can search online. If you’re looking for ancient Egyptian jewelry, the chances are high that what you’ll get are replicas.

However, if you’re looking to evoke the history, the culture and the beauty of these ancient times, then wearing replicas of jewelry from this great time in history might be the next best thing to owning the real thing.

14k Yellow Gold Egyptian Blue Eye of Horus Pendant Necklace

ancient inspired Egyptian protection talisman necklace pendant
finely crafted with solid 14k yellow gold in perfect polished finish
comes with free special gift packaging
made in the USA yet offered at factory direct jewelry price
ships from the manufacturer directly to the customers




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History Of Native American Jewelry

April 24, 2017 by admin

grandmothers jewelry boxNative American jewelry is among some of the most historically significant jewelry found in the United States today. Native American jewelry can still be found worn at traditional Pow Wows and Native American functions, and can also be found for sale in many different areas of the United States. This jewelry is made by people whose families have been making this type of jewelry for generations.





Native American jewelry is full of history and significance. The materials used are often the same materials that were used hundreds of years ago among Native American tribes. Quite notably, the symbols and animals that are used in the jewelry hold special significance to certain rituals and customs. Native Americans often considered their jewelry a very important aspect of their culture and the pieces themselves tell stories of the Native American people and their history.

Where Can You Find Native American Jewelry?

grandmothers jewelry boxThis type of jewelry can usually be found at Native American functions or in specialized stores. It is helpful to buy the Native American jewelry from someone who understands the jewelry and the significance behind each piece. Many Native American reservations will also sell this type of jewelry. If you don’t want to go anywhere, try the web. There are many websites dedicated to Native American Jewelry. Some of it is mass produced but only you’ll know.

What Does Native American Jewelry Look Like?

Native American jewelry usually contains many different and vibrant colors, and is usually made up of glass, plastic beads and leather. Most Native American jewelry is very significant to the jewelry maker, and different pieces of jewelry are worn for different reasons in many of the Native American religions.

grandmothers jewelry boxIn history, each person’s jewelry would tell the story of their lives, along with the clothing that they wore. Pieces of jewelry were given to people for different and significant tasks and achievements. In this way, your life story could be told to your children and grandchildren, because your jewelry would be passed on to them, along with the story of your life.

Native American jewelry can come in many different styles, but it is very important to understand why you are wearing a certain piece of jewelry. There are pieces that ward off certain spirits, pieces that hope to bring certain things, and pieces that have certain and distinct meanings within the Native American community.

grandmothers jewelry boxEach piece of Native American jewelry tells a story, and the wearer should be aware of what they have. If this jewelry is found in your grandmothers jewelry box it is very rich in history, you should learn, it may be  unique, beautiful and is capable of making a very important fashion statement.

Donovan Cadman, Squash Blossom Necklace, Coral, Turquoise, Navajo Handmade, 34in

Coral and Turquoise (2 pieces) bezel set in Sterling Silver
Created by Navajo artist Cadman, Donovan
Handcrafted in the US by Native American artisans
Authenticity and quality backed by the standing and tradition of Perry Null Trading Company




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Great Older Look Of Vintage Jewelry

April 21, 2017 by admin




grandmothers jewelry boxWhen we think of things that are in style, we think of clothing, hair styles as well as many other things that are relevant to our generation. However, these things will one day be seen as out of date, or vintage. Today, we are taking many of these vintage items and are bringing them back into style. One of the things we are bringing back is the older look of vintage jewelry.

Vintage Jewelry The Older Look

Vintage jewelry is jewelry that was once in style but then fell out of style. Now, many people are wearing vintage jewelry as part of today’s styles. Vintage jewelry is very popular today, and it is surprisingly easy to find.

grandmothers jewelry boxVintage, or thrift, stores are places where people drop off or sell jewelry, clothing and more that they no longer want. Then, the store sells the items at a discount price. This is a great place to find vintage jewelry. You can often find great deals and the salespeople often times have great stories related to the items, such as who wore them and from what time period they’re from.

Shopping The Internet

If you don’t have a vintage store near you then you should definitely try the Internet. A search on your favorite search engine should provide quite a few websites that sell vintage jewelry. If the prices are too high for your taste, then try an auction site. These sites let you bid on vintage jewelry and you can often find great deals for pennies on the dollar.

grandmothers jewelry boxAnother place that people don’t often think of is rummage sales. People that hold rummage sales often go through their attics, basements or other storage areas and sell things that they feel are too old to hang onto. Rummage sales are excellent places to find vintage jewelry.

Sometimes, you may buy a piece of vintage jewelry, or anything else for that matter, only to find out later that it’s worth much more than you paid for it. The only way to find out exactly how much it’s worth is to have it appraised.

grandmothers jewelry boxHowever, if your only goal is to find some older jewelry that looks great, you should be able to find some great deals right in your town. Vintage jewelry is coming back into style and it goes great with many clothing styles. Go out and get yourself some vintage jewelry today and get ready for all the comments from your friends asking where they can get their hands on their own pieces from long ago.

Lovage Vintage Anti Silver Gold Tone Long Boho Statement Necklace Bohemian Indian Jewelry

4.0 out of 5 stars 99 customer reviews

MATERIAL & CRAFTSMANSHIP: Good vintage unique design; Nice construction and eye-catching; Made of enviromental alloy and anti-allergic
SPECIFICATION: 1.SIZE: Necklace Chain Length-18.89” Necklace Extension Chain-2.75” | 2.WEGHT: Approx 120 gram; Looks huge but does not weigh too much
OCCASIONS: The vintage necklace is suitable for you to attend special occasions, such as dinner party, birthday party and so on. The necklace could go with any outfit you choose. You will surely get tons of compliments on multiple occasions.
BEST GIFT OPTION: Can make a great gift. This set is an ideal gift for your loved ones, e.g. Lover, girlfriend, wife, mother, couple, Valentine or just a friend, etc. It expresses your sincere emotion to them.
Retro,exaggerated necklace 1 pc




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