Beautiful gemstones are created from ancient corals which have been fossilized over millions of years. As the coral decays it is gradually replaced with agate, a type of microcrystalline quartz. Coral are living marine creatures which exist in unique geological...
In this series of posts we are going to look at the different ways to test silver. We will also be looking at the composition of silver and how this relates to its quality. See: Different ways to test silver – Part 2 Silver is a very adaptable metal which has been...
Larimar is rare blue stone which is only found in the Dominican Republic of the Caribbean. As its color suggests, it is the embodiment of the calm oceans and the gentle skies. It was discovered in 1916 and named after the discoverer’s daughter, Larissa. He combined it...
Put simply a bezel is the metal which holds a gemstone in place. Bezels are used in rings and pendants, and also watchmaking, and silver is the preferred material. The term can be traced back to 1611. A bezel can be made for any kind of stone; precious or gemstone. It...
eating unique, handcrafted pieces of jewelry can only be done by an artisan. With great skills he or she will choose the design and settings to capture a true essence. When creating a piece for the feminine mystic there is nothing quite as meaningful as the...
Hematite is a mineral which is the mineral form of iron oxide. It is often colored black or soft grey, although it can found in reddish browns as well. Hematite gets its name from the Greek word meaning blood, haima. This is because the ancient Greeks had access to...
Silver is the most popular material for cuff bracelets this fashion season. In fact, it has been for thousands of years. Today’s catwalks are adorned by models wearing the latest fashions and the one thing that sets some outfits apart from all the others are the...
With their wings beating thousands of times a second, this deft and mesmerizing bird has captured the thoughts of dreamers and artisans for centuries. It is also loved and appreciated by the Native cultures of North America. Various species of the hummingbird has...
Silver is a soft metal and looks beautiful when it is hammered. The process of hammering the metal is not difficult, but it takes a skilled artisan to refine it to the point where it can bring out the best in, not only the silver itself, but in the stones in the...
Kundalini is the power and the primal energy that flows through us. It is located at the base of the spine and in Sanskrit means, “coiled one”. The awakening of Kundalini will bring great spiritual enlightenment and power. The Kundalini is best described as a sleeping...