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“Its colour is as unique as it is seductive, though in fact this gemstone of all gemstones is said to protect its wearer against seduction. The amethyst is extravagance in violet. For many thousands of years, the most striking representative of the quartz family has been a jewel coveted by princes both ecclesiastical and secular.”
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This is one sweet ring. A burst of deep royal purple amethyst mounted on a sculpted gold plated silver band makes this some serious bling for the princely man in your life. Available for bidding now.

Majestic Gents Ring With 3.10ctw Genuine Amethyst Made of 14K 925 Gold plated Silver
Total item weight 6.8g
Size 9

There are many tales and lore surrounding the beautiful citrine gem. It is thought to bring prosperity and to bring protection against evil thoughts. This sunshine bright jewel is also thought to improve mental clarity and aid in problem solving and energizing the wearer.

We think this brilliant diamond and citrine ring will simply just look gorgeous worn with a sun dress on a hot summer day. Bid on this potent little gem to let your special lady know how much sunshine that she brings into your life.

Made in Usa Vibrant Ring With 12.26ctw Super Clean Diamonds and Genuine Citrine in Solid 14K Yellow Gold
Total item weight 10.1g
Size 8
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What is always so wonderful about jewelry are the myths, legends and stories that a piece of special jewelry carries with it.

“Pendants in themselves have been around as long as jewelry has, but the late 16th century saw a rise in a peculiarly unique type of pendant.

During the Renaissance, the Baroque pearl became fashionable. A Baroque pearl is one that is irregular in shape, and at this time the larger and more irregular, the better.”Jewelers had a tough time deciding what to do with them. They began transforming them into the bodies of creatures like dragons, dolphins and sea monsters. These are the “Monstrous” animals of the Renaissance.

To your right is the Canning Jewel, the most famous of “Monstrous Animal” jewels.

“…so named after the 2nd Viscount Canning, who bought it in India in about 1860. It now resides in the Victoria & Albert Museum. It is a gorgeous jewel, 4 inches long, with a large pearl in the shape of his torso. He is made of gold and enamel, studded with rubies and diamonds. A masterpiece of Renaissance goldsmthing…”
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This is why your jewelry box is a very special place.Because fine jewelry is a gift that is most often given during significant times in our lives, every piece of your jewelry has a story. Pass your legend down to your children through your treasure of jewelry.

Wander through our many styles of jewelry in our online auction and find a piece of jewelry that will tell your story.