Friday, March 29, 2013

New for Spring! Ancient Roman Glass Collection

Necklace with oval pendant
and swirl design
Stunning 2000-year-old Ancient Roman Glass handcrafted in Israel.

ABOUT ANCIENT ROMAN GLASS JEWELRY - Ancient Roman Glass jewelry blends the mystique and romance of the ancient world, a unique beauty shaped by the forces of nature, and skilled modern craftsmanship. The result is a wearable piece of history that, with proper care, will be treasured for generations to come.

THE HISTORY - Almost 2,000 years ago, the Roman Empire was the birthplace of new glass blowing techniques used to create items like plates, vases, bowls, and jars. Today, this ancient glass can be recovered in archaeological sites in Israel, which was a major center for glass production during ancient times. Because Roman Glass jewelry is made of fragments of these ancient hand-blown glass objects, each piece varies in shape, thickness and color. Every piece of Roman Glass jewelry is one-of-a-kind.

NATURE'S TOUCH - The striking colors found in Roman Glass jewelry come from a thin natural layer called the patina that formed over the course of centuries as the glass lay in mineral-rich soil. Through a process of oxidation, the patina developed these beautiful and complex shades of blue, green, and other colors.

MODERN CRAFTSMANSHIP - Skilled artisans carefully choose ancient glass fragments, clean them to reveal their colorful natural patina, cut and shape the glass, and mount the glass to make a finished piece of top-quality jewelry. Designers craft jewelry that calls to mind the ancient past, in a wide variety of modern styles.

Bracelet with varied shapes freeform

Rope frame earrings

Locket with square inset

Ring with oval stone
Ring with oval inset beaded design


These beautiful new designs are now available. You can also check out our entire Roman Glass collection by entering "Roman Glass" in the search box.

Friday, March 22, 2013

Looking forward to Summer . . . Blues!


Blue Opal Station Style 46" Necklace

And these earrings provide a beautiful pairing
to our highlighted necklace!

Round Blue Opal Earrings


Watch for our new Spring Stock - Coming Soon!
Exciting new designs will be available in the coming weeks.
We'll keep you posted!


Friday, March 8, 2013

"Charming" Four-Leaf Clover and Much More!



14 Karat Gold on Sterling Silver
Cubic Zirconia Center

 

The Claddagh's distinctive design features two hands clasping a heart surmounted by a crown. The elements of this symbol are often said to correspond to the qualities of love (the heart), friendship (the hands), and loyalty (the crown). Claddagh rings have come to denote pride in Irish heritage, while continuing to be symbols of love or marriage.
 
 
We have many other beautiful "Irish" and "Celtic" designs in
pendants, rings, story beads, earrings, bracelets and more!


 

Friday, March 1, 2013

Celebrity Jewelry Watch: Vintage Glamour

 
Va-Va-Va-Vintage!


Vintage Look Filigree Marcasite Ring with Wheel and Scroll
Fleur-de-Lis Design Sterling Silver
 
Hollywood is all about vintage in 2013 with the recent release of the blockbuster movie Gangster Squad, and the upcoming film The Great Gatsby. Both movies feature showstopping jewelry that is far from understated.

To capture this look, explore our
vintage jewelry, where you will find everything from art deco designs to pave cubic zirconia encrusted pieces. Now you just need to turn up your radio and dance the Charleston!