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Indian bangles can have the most elegant look
Glass bangles have been hugely popular for American weddings recently. Not only for bridal jewellery, but they are also popular for bridesmaids as well. Consider that glass bangles had their fashion origins based upon wedding jewellery for brides. Think about how nice it would be to get bridesmaids jewellery that you can actually wear after the wedding!The hottest look right now is to have every bridesmaid wear a different set of bangles though all in the same colors. Let the bridesmaids choose whether to wear a large set or a small set, glittery or subtle, depending on her personal tastes. Indian bangles can have the most elegant look. Just about every color under the sun is available to create the perfect match for the wedding colors. From dressing up for dinner to black tie events, glass bangles have a place.
Diamonds were believed to hold medicinal value
Diamonds were believed to hold medicinal value during the Dark Ages. Square cut diamonds add a modern touch to bands, pendants and drop earrings as well. There were instructions that those suffering illnesses or having wounds should hold a diamond in the hand. And then make a sign of the cross for healing. Some even believed that ingesting diamonds could assist in recovery and even a cure from various illnesses.Brilliant square princess cut diamonds in engagement rings and diamond stud earrings are de-rigueur. As time progressed into the Middle Ages, diamonds were more often viewed as items of value rather than items of mystical healing powers. Square cut diamonds add a modern touch to bands, pendants and drop earrings as well. As a result of the growing demand and value of diamonds, mine owners began spreading rumors that diamonds were poisonous if swallowed.
How Durable is My Gemstone Jewellery?
First of all a note about the hardness and therefore relative durability of gemstones. To measure hardness, the jewellery industry uses the Mohs scale. This gem-trade standard, conceived by Friedrich Mohs in 1812, measures the ability of a gem or mineral to resist abrasion damage.Diamond at 10 is the hardest whereas talc at 1 is the softest. Popular gemstones like amethyst and citrine register 7 whereas rubies and sapphires register 9. Most of us come off the beach on the first day with the 3 s’s all achieved - rings caked in sand, sea-salt and suntan lotion. Nude sunbathing, as far as silver and gold jewellery is concerned, is a must! Remember also that sand will scratch the surface of precious metals.
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