June 1st, 2007 by Ann Walker
The tales of turquoise are almost lyrical, evoking a sense of ethereal beauty but adamantine strength.
“As early as 6000 BC, the stone was mined by Egyptians on the Sinai Peninsula and was transported through Turkey to Europe. In fact, this transportation route accounts for the name which means “from Turkey” in French.
[..]
The Apache believe […]
June 1st, 2007 by Ann Walker
These earrings, may we dare say, must be worn with caution. As gorgeous as the Erickson Beamon designed pieces are, one misstep might result in a torn lobe. But the drama of it is so seductive. The bold, the frivolous the freedom of expressive jewelry. Whether you chose the outrageous or the demure, your jewelry […]
June 1st, 2007 by Ann Walker
One wonders about the audacity of some folks. Of great amusement to all but the Kominato Hotel Mikazuki, a thief made off with their prized 18-karat gold bathtub, a feature enjoyed by special guests from time to time and worth over 1 million dollars.
“A worker at Kominato Hotel Mikazuki in Kamogawa, south of Tokyo, notified […]
June 1st, 2007 by Ann Walker
Tourmalines are gems known for their multitude of colors. Egyptian legend has it that as the tourmaline made it’s passage from the center of the earth, it passed through the rainbow and absorbed all of it’s colors.
A recent article citing the latest fashion trends points out the increasing popularity and lure of tourmalines.
According to the […]
June 1st, 2007 by Ann Walker
Dame Elizabeth Taylor, of House of Taylor Jewelry, looms as one of the most beautiful, talented, and flamboyant women in the history of cinema. Her ongoing passion and love for actor Richard Burton was scandalous for the times yet captured the world’s attention as completely as Princess Diana or Jacqueline Onassis.
Jewelry is a large component […]