Amethyst Jewelry – World of Gemstones
The second in our series that explores the world of gemstones, is the beautiful amethyst, a member quartz family. Amethyst jewelry can exist in a range of purple hues. Amethyst was a coveted gem for thousands of years, and the Ancient…
Citrine Jewelry – World of Gemstones
Often confused with gold Topaz, citrine jewelry gemstones are transparent, pale yellow to brownish orange variety of quartz. It’s beautiful color and durability makes it the top-selling yellow-to-orange gem. Like all crystal quartzes, the citrine has a hardness of 7…
Ancient Jewelry
Throughout modern history (AD 1000 +), our legends and lore have been filled with ancient jewelry. In fact, ancient civilizations believed amulets, talismans, and adornment were direct lines to the gods and heavens. As jewelry evolved and precious gems were…
Spiritual Jewelry
Throughout world history, the power of minerals has been used for healing of the body, mind, soul, the aligning of chakras, and the observance of celestial movements, even to designate those in the hierarchy of a particular village or clan….
Pearl Earrings Guide
Pearl earrings are classy, timeless, and a favorite among many women. Pearls are perfect gifts for June birthdays. They symbolize virtue, purity, and modesty. Furthermore, pearls have been used for decoration for thousands of years. Having an idea what to…
St. Christoper Jewelry
Saint Christoper is a popular religious figure venerated by several Christian denominations. Placing him in a historical context is difficult, but the legends of St. Christoper are – nonetheless – quite popular and powerful. People love St. Christopher Jewelry because…
Jewelry Shopping Guide
When the occasion arises when you need to purchase high-quality jewelry, there are many options besides the ubiquitous shops. These jewelers may well have some quality items, but they are mass produced and can’t customize jewelry. Schwanke-Kasten Jewelers has created…
Online Jewelry Shopping
Two or three years ago, shoppers considered online jewelry shopping as an absolutely terrible idea. However, with recent developments in web technology, high-definition visuals, and even the ability to spin the images, consumers are virtually able to receive the same…
