http://www.articlealley.com en-us editorial@articlealley.com The unique thing about jewelry is it can carry a unique meaning to both the wearer and viewer. This is never more so the case than with pieces that have religious undertones. Religious jewelry has always been popular. Since the beginning of organized ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_156298_47.html 06th May 2007 Nearly all discussions about jewelry start off with pieces for women. Men, however, usually wear at least a few pieces, so let’s talk about them. While many people think of jewelry as being a woman's domain, there are actually plenty of men out ther... http://www.articlealley.com/article_156297_47.html 06th May 2007 Jewelry tends to be somewhat cyclical. Looks go in and out of fashion. A new popular trend is a rather odd one. Chainmail has come back into fashion. One of today's popular styles of jewelry has its origin in armor. Chainmail is a type of Medieval arm... http://www.articlealley.com/article_156296_47.html 06th May 2007 Many people like to buy birthstones and integrate them into their look. Turquoise gemstones fall within this category and give your jewelry a very distinct look. One of the alternate birthstones for December, turquoise is a unique gemstone with variab... http://www.articlealley.com/article_156295_47.html 06th May 2007 One can buy or order custom jewelry, but designer jewelry has carved out a niche in our culture. Tiffany and Co is one of the leaders in the field of elegant designer jewelry. Designer jewelry has long been a part of our culture, and no company is mor... http://www.articlealley.com/article_156294_47.html 06th May 2007 Asia has long presented a certain sophistication in many cultural areas. Jade as a jewelry material is one that is elegant and simple beautiful. Jade is one of the most mystical types of gemstones found in jewelry. Sacred to several Asian cultures, ja... http://www.articlealley.com/article_156293_47.html 06th May 2007 Jewelry is such that there are traditional pieces most people look for. That being said, Opal pieces are unique and not something you see everywhere you turn, to wit, unique jewelry. Opal, the traditional birthstone for the month of October, gets its ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_156292_47.html 06th May 2007 When it comes to jewelry, there are refined pieces and all natural ones. Amber definitely falls into the natural beauty category. Amber is one of the most interesting materials that is used in jewelry production today. This natural material is not min... http://www.articlealley.com/article_156291_47.html 06th May 2007 Much like fruit, a pearl is valued by an element of time. Get them before they are ripe, and you really have a problem. Pearls are unique among gemstones – they're not really a stone at all. The chance creation of a pearl in nature happens when an o... http://www.articlealley.com/article_156290_47.html 06th May 2007 Think of pearls and the image of divers in saltwater bays comes to mind. Ah, but there are also freshwater pearls that are just as magnificent. Long a symbol of culture and class, pearls have been worn for centuries by wealthy women who wanted to show ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_156289_47.html 06th May 2007 Costume jewelry, also known as fashion jewelry, is a class of jewelry that is made to be easily accessible by wearers with all sorts of budgets and lifestyles. Instead of being made with expensive metals like gold and platinum, or being adorned with large... http://www.articlealley.com/article_153382_34.html 30th April 2007 The most precious of the metals used regularly in jewelry has to be platinum. This white-silver metal is the most popular metal used in bridal jewelry today, far surpassing the use of yellow gold and even white gold in engagement rings and wedding bands.... http://www.articlealley.com/article_153381_34.html 30th April 2007 Sometimes, expensive gemstones are not the right materials for a piece of jewelry. If you want a fun piece of jewelry, with plenty of sparkle but not plenty of cost, alternative materials can be in order. Crystals make an inexpensive, yet beautiful, subst... http://www.articlealley.com/article_153380_34.html 30th April 2007 One of the rarest gemstones in the world is the brilliantly red ruby. This birthstone for the month of July is hard to find in nature, and most of the world's rubies today are lab created. The fiery red color of a ruby is difficult to match, and while oth... http://www.articlealley.com/article_153379_34.html 30th April 2007 Birthstones are an important part of current jewelry culture. Many people know a lot about some of these gems – for instance, April's birthstone is diamond, which is a highly coveted and well-known gem. Those born in May are lucky enough to have the eme... http://www.articlealley.com/article_153378_34.html 30th April 2007 The newest metal in the jewelry market didn't start out being intended for rings and bracelets – in fact, it wasn't even usable until the 1940's. Titanium, a pure elemental metal, was first used only in laboratory experiments and military applications â... http://www.articlealley.com/article_153377_34.html 30th April 2007 In looking for new ways to create stunning jewelry pieces, many jewelers and artisans have started to turn to new materials in their art. Some choose to use metals that may not have been in common usage before – such as titanium or stainless steel. Othe... http://www.articlealley.com/article_153376_34.html 30th April 2007 There are many different materials available for artisans to make into jewelry. While most people think of the typical items – metals, gemstones, and possibly glass, there are many other things that can be made into excellent jewelry. Some crafters have... http://www.articlealley.com/article_153375_34.html 30th April 2007 All that glitters is gold as the saying goes, but just what color of gold are we talking about? As this discussion of rose gold suggests, there is more than just one hue. Gold may be considered a color in its own right – but when it comes to the act... http://www.articlealley.com/article_153374_34.html 30th April 2007 Jewelry comes in many forms and made from many materials. Dichroic glass is one material used frequently, but most people are not aware of it. Glass has been a popular material in jewelry making for centuries. Glass beads are often used in place of mo... http://www.articlealley.com/article_153373_34.html 30th April 2007 Everyone knows you are supposed to get a diamond ring for an engagement, but what diamond specifically? Perhaps you should consider going blue. Sometimes, the typical engagement ring just is not what you are looking for. Whether you have a discriminat... http://www.articlealley.com/article_137040_41.html 12th March 2007 Diamond rings are both standardized and unusual in and to themselves. If you are looking for unusual diamond rings, here are some things to consider when shopping. If you have decided it is time to propose to your sweetheart, the next question you mig... http://www.articlealley.com/article_137038_47.html 12th March 2007 Ever watched a celebrity walk down the red carpet with dazzling jewelry? Well, you can buy it in both a price and inexpensive form. Whenever celebrities are going to make an appearance at an important event, they will often be approached by jewelry, a... http://www.articlealley.com/article_126906_34.html 06th February 2007 When you are looking for that perfect piece of jewelry, you most likely go to the nearest jewelry store. However, you can get exquisite jewelry for any occasion by going through China. For instance, the professional china jewelry producers at Wingkin J... http://www.articlealley.com/article_126905_47.html 06th February 2007 When it comes to jewelry, a little knowledge goes a long way. This introduction to gemstones is as good a place to start as any in your quest to understand and buy quality jewelry. Jewelry is one of the most popular gifts in the world. Whether you're ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_109550_34.html 02nd December 2006 Throughout history, gold has held a certain allure to just about every major civilization. If you are considering buying gold jewelry, you should know more about the allure. Gold has been the driving force behind many of the world's biggest events. War... http://www.articlealley.com/article_109548_47.html 02nd December 2006 They say a diamond is a girl’s best friend, but there is much more to them than that. Next to gold, it is hard to think of another item that has been more valued throughout history. A diamond is forever. Or so the commercial tells us. From little gi... http://www.articlealley.com/article_109547_47.html 02nd December 2006 While diamonds may be the standard bearer in the jewelry world, there is little doubt that sapphires are a close second. Here is an introduction to this much desired gem. Sapphires are some of the world's most beautiful gemstones. Their characteristic... http://www.articlealley.com/article_109546_34.html 02nd December 2006 Modern technology has advanced to the point it is very difficult to tell diamonds and cubic zirconia apart. Let’s delve into this a little bit more. CZ vs. Diamonds When searching for the perfect diamond gift, the price of this beautiful stone mig... http://www.articlealley.com/article_109545_47.html 02nd December 2006 Gems are often valued for their appearance or monetary value. As this introduction to moonstone gems details, certain gems carry a more spiritual value than monetary. An Introduction to Moonstone Gems Moonstone is one of the most mythical of all ge... http://www.articlealley.com/article_109544_47.html 02nd December 2006 Diamonds are by far the most popular gem in the jewelry market and they are designated by Carat. The question then becomes, what is the valuation process for these gems. Diamonds are arguably the most valuable substance on Earth. From jewelry to other ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_109543_47.html 02nd December 2006 Throughout antiquity, man has assigned themes to events and things. Gem fall within this category and here is a brief explanation of what each is associated with. There are many different areas of gift giving that offer ways to convey special meanings.... http://www.articlealley.com/article_109542_47.html 02nd December 2006 Charm bracelets have always been popular. Pandora bracelets are an interesting niche in this area. Pandora Charm Bracelets There are many different types of charm bracelets available for collectors. From the classic charm bracelet, which uses dangl... http://www.articlealley.com/article_109541_34.html 02nd December 2006 When diamonds are discussed, the visual image that comes to mind is one of clear, white diamonds. Colored diamonds, however, represent another segment of the diamond market that is becoming popular. Beyond White Gems – Colored Diamonds Diamonds a... http://www.articlealley.com/article_95622_47.html 20th October 2006 Putting a wedding together involves lots of details. One of the details is what to get bridesmaids to thank them for their involvement. Jewelry Gifts for Bridesmaids Your wedding is one of the most important and memorable events that you'll ever pl... http://www.articlealley.com/article_90814_41.html 02nd October 2006 If you are considering purchasing diamonds, you need to know some background on them. As the most sought after of jewels, the process is a bit surprising to most people. An Introduction to Diamonds Diamonds are the hardest natural substance known t... http://www.articlealley.com/article_89389_47.html 27th September 2006 If you are considering buying cheap jewelry, understand doing so may backfire on you in certain situations. Not only is the quality not so great, but people receiving it may not appreciate it. Should You Buy Cheap Jewelry? Finding the cheapest jewe... http://www.articlealley.com/article_89388_47.html 27th September 2006