Without a shred of doubt, Italy is one of the planet’s most fashionable countries. Living in the fashion epicenter of the world, Italians look effortlessly chic at all times. It is no wonder then, that some of the most gorgeous jewelry and most advanced jewelry manufacturing techniques come from the sunny peninsula. Unlike some other pieces, such as rings, chains are fairly complex to make. Because of their many parts and numerous joints, quality in chains is much more important and much harder to achieve. Manufacturing and assembly play a key role to the overall durability and flexibility of the...
If you’re interested in jewelry, you’ve probably heard the term “rhodium plating” mentioned quite often. But do you know what it actually is and when it is best used? Here is everything you need to know. What Is Rhodium? First things first. Let’s clear up what this mysterious rhodium is. Rhodium is a precious metal – like gold, silver, or platinum – only more expensive! In fact, it is the most expensive of all the precious metals. Why is that? Well, because it is very rare in nature, it is only found as a by-product of mining for other metals,...
The tradition of wearing birthstones developed over many centuries, in many parts of the world. Throughout history, people have attributed healing, magical, spiritual, or protective properties to gemstones. Amethysts, for example, open psychic abilities while garnets are thought to bring prosperity and luck. Birthstones, gemstones that correspond to the birth date of the wearer, have historically been thought to bring good luck, as well as to have healing or mystical energies. Different traditions and cultures vary in the way they designate birthstones. You can choose your birthstone according to your Zodiac sign, birth month, Ayurvedic tradition, Tibetan mystical tradition, or...
