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Some people are very into traditions. Although this tradition seems to be fading a bit, it still remains a staple for those people wondering what to buy their spouse as an anniversary gift for a particular anniversary. This is where we get the phrases “silver anniversary” and (more widely known) “golden anniversary.”

Among the traditional gifts given, jewelry and gems fall into many slots. The 10^th anniversary calls for diamond jewelry, while the 11^th anniversary calls for find fashion jewelry. The 12^th anniversary prefers pearls and the 14^th enjoys gold jewelry. Platinum comes into play on the 20^th anniversary. From the 20^th on it’s jewelry all the way in the following order: silver (25^th), diamond (30^th), jade (35^th), ruby (40^th), gold (50^th), emeralds (55^th) and diamonds (60^th).

Check out the traditional gifts for gift ideas for any upcoming anniversaries. Do know, however, that a woman will be pleased with a gorgeous piece of jewelry whether following tradition or not!

Tradition is tradition. Though this tradition seems to be fading a bit, it still remains a staple for those people wondering what to buy their spouse as an anniversary gift for a particular anniversary. This is where we get the phrases “silver anniversary” and (more widely known) “golden anniversary.”

Among the traditional gifts given, jewelry and gems fall into many slots. The 10^th anniversary calls for diamond jewelry, while the 11^th anniversary calls for find fashion jewelry. The 12^th anniversary prefers pearls and the 14^th enjoys gold jewelry. Platinum comes into play on the 20^th anniversary. From the 20^th on it’s jewelry all the way in the following order: silver (25^th), diamond (30^th), jade (35^th), ruby (40^th), gold (50^th), emeralds (55^th) and diamonds (60^th).

Check out the traditional gifts for gift ideas for any upcoming anniversaries. Do know, however, that a woman will be pleased with a gorgeous piece of jewelry whether following tradition or not!

“From Tiffany to De Beers, a new look in diamond jewelry is on the rise: uncut diamonds that to the untrained eye can look more like gravel than gems.

Known as rough diamonds, these are the stones in their natural state, before they’ve been cut with the facets that give diamonds the sparkle, brilliance and clarity they are known for. In colors from milky white to yellow, green and brown, the large, uneven stones often have a cloudy appearance.”
online.wsj.com

If you really, really must, you can spend $589 for your mascara,$150 for your lipstick, close to $350 for lip plumber, and you can throw in some diamond studded eyelashes for a mere $10,000. All made available by luxury cosmetic H. Couture Beauty.

“H. Couture Beauty sells makeup that comes in bejeweled cases studded with gold, swarovski and real diamonds. The luxury cosmetic company have sold the world’s most expensive mascara and lipstick for $14 million. The company’s mascara generally retails for $589 and the lip color retails for $150. The high-priced makeup comes with luxury concierge service, 24/7 customer service and complimentary lip and lash refills for a year. Like, the company retails a lip plumper for $348 which comes with one free refill and lip liner for $120, which also comes with one full product refill. So, if you don’t want to shell-out millions for bejeweled cosmetic cases, but still want one in your luxury vanity then you can opt for the less pricey versions or can even get yourself a case specially designed for you!”
(bornrich.org)

Or you could let your natural beauty shine through and spend your hard earned jewelry budget on actual diamond jewelry. Quaint idea, isn’t it? Browse through our online jewelry auction and select some diamond and gold bling that will enhance your beauty and your wallet.

“The Barleve Collection was created by famous Jewelry Designer and Artist Ehud Barleve who grew up on a kibbutz in Northern Israel and developed an early appreciation of nature.

Ehud was exposed to metal forging and shaping tools most of his youth.

With a major in Art from the University of Tel Aviv, he was first a Sculptor and Painter before becoming a Jewelry Designer.

His love affair started during a trip in “ Crete” Greece, where he became fascinated by the beauty of the antique 24K Gold jewelry and decorative items worn and used by Kings and Queens.

Barleve realized that 24K gold was a timeless substance and a powerful one, valued by civilizations around the world.
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A second trip to Crete was the turning point. It was then that he decided to create jewelry made of 24 K Gold

Barleve works exclusively with the pure form of precious metals.

“All pieces are hand made and one of a kind. They are modern yet elegant, and for women of all ages”, says Ehud Barlev.

Using 22 K or 24 K Gold and pure silver, his designs reflect a natural fluidity that brings about the most glorifying qualities of the metals.

“I fell in love with pure gold and was inspired by the fire”, comments Ehud.

“Each piece has a unique shape and texture. Creating jewelry brings out the loving side in me”, adds the artist.”

By Sophie Azouaou
sanfranciscosentinel.com

Please review our selection of gold and diamond jewelry, available for bidding at all times.

“The H.Stern Nature earrings, (seen here on Ashley) are giving back to the community, with 10% of the proceeds of the sales of the earrings benefiting YouthAids.

‘They remind me of a tree of life’, Ashley said, linking the branch-and-leaf design of the diamond earrings to the precious gift of life that YouthAids, with it’s education and prevention programs, is trying to save for 600 million people everyday in more than 60 countries.

The Nature earrings feature some 440 diamonds, weighing 2.90 carats set in 18K Noble Gold. They retail at all H.Stern stores for $19,000.00.”
jewelry.com

Diamonds, small and large, many or few, bring the wearer grace and style. You do not need to be a celebrity to enjoy the dazzle of diamonds. You just need to visit our varied and extensive selections offered in our auctions and choose a diamond for yourself. Aren’t you worth it?

“The Condé (or Grand Condé) is a fancy pink diamond, cut in the form of a pear, weighing 9.01 carats.

The family of the Condé princes was one of the most important branches of the French house of Bourbon. One of its best-known members, Louis II (1621-1686), also called “the Grand Condé”, was already governor of the Bourgogne region at age 17. It is under his command that the French beat Spain in 1634 during the battle of Rocroi, which brought to an end the Thirty-year war.

After having won France several victories, particularly Nördlingen (1645), Dunkirk (1646) and Lens (1648), Condé rebelled and placed himself under the service of Spain. In 1660, he was pardoned and regained his place at Chantilly (France). It’s just after the battle of Rocroi that Louis XIII gave Louis II this beautiful diamond, probably in recognition of the services he had rendered.

In 1886, the Duke of Aumale, direct descendant of Condé, handed the stone over to the Institut de France, which has held it ever since.”
from colordiamondencyclopedia.com

We spotted this pretty diamond ring nestled with a ruby and that is close enough to pink to bid on!

Luxury jewelers Montblanc recently launched a new collection of diamond jewelry in Dubai. The centerpiece of the collection is the Montblanc Diamond, a 6 carat gem cut into the shape of a star.

The collection also includes several other brilliant diamonds including The White Lady, Magic in White and Black and The Secret Star.

Source: Israeli Diamond Industry