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Bangles – tradition with fashion
To represent tradition with fashion bangles are the best option. The importance attached to bangles by a married woman is almost paranoic. Normally, a bangle worn by people around the world is simply an inflexible piece of jewelry worn around the wrist.The bangles are made in special techniques using manpower and traditional hand artwork to make finest quality of products. They are worn after marriage to signify matrimony. The word is derived from a Hindi word BUNGRI. They are circular in shape. Unlike bracelets bangles are not flexible. Gold, Silver, Platinum, Copper, Bronze, Glass, lac, Wood, Plastic these numerous precious and non precious materials are used for making of bangles.
Taking care of gemstones
Steam cleaning is quite effective but can result in thermal shock because of the often-quick temperature change. It can result in cracking because parts of the stone are forced to expand at different times. Most gemstones can be immersed in a solution of mild detergent and warm water.Likewise with pearls; although soaking can result in discoloration, so this should always be avoided. After soaking for a few minutes, gently clean the stone with a soft brush. Pearls should be dried after cleaning, using a soft towel, and air-blown dry. Extra care should be taken to remove dirt from the bottom of the setting, a common place for build-up to occur.
Engagement rings would be placed on the left ring-finger
An engagement ceremony would be celebrated with an established rite after families reached a marriage agreement for their children. During the ceremony engagement rings would be exchanged between boy and girl. The Romans used an ancient clasped hand design for betrothal rings.Some antique engagement rings were made with a delicate designs using turquoise. And which is symbolized the forget-me-not flower. This "fede" or "trust" ring remained popular for centuries and is still used in jewellery. Gemstones in antique engagement rings were expensive luxuries as trade with the Middle East and Asia had not yet allowed for the flow of imported stones. In accordance to an Egyptian belief the engagement ring would be placed on the left ring-finger. They believe that very fine vein ran directly to the heart from the left finger.
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