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Demand for a new breed of jewelry designers
Growing market for branded jewellery has led to a demand for a new breed of jewelry designers. Instead, thanks to the advances in technology, it has landed on the drawing board with some firms even using computer-aided designs to create exquisite pieces in virtual reality.With several institutes offering specialized courses in this field, jewelry designing is no longer a family trade but a lucrative career option for first-generation gemologists who can cater to a niche market for custom-made and designer jewelry. And other professionals are like gem appraisers. Jewelry designing has come out of the closet; it is no longer a cloistered trade carried out by semi-literate goldsmiths in family vaults. Also passed down like a well-kept secret from generation to generation.
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.
Diamonds have a fantastic collection of silver and gold jewellery
As a consumer and potential buyer of diamonds you are right in being concerned about the ethics of diamond mining and trade. These are quite simply great gifts for kids. All 'D for Diamond' jewellery comes complete with quality co-ordinate packaging and gift card. Their latest range includes many new bright enamel and resin collectable charms, zip charms, pendants and nursery rhyme christening bangles in silver and gold.You may already know about the 4 Cs but there is an increasing awareness of the so called 5th C – Conflict Diamonds, especially since the release of the film The Blood Diamond featuring Leonardo di Caprio and Amnesty International’s campaign Are you looking for the perfect diamond. Every single item is exclusively designed to capture the imagination of young children today. Diamonds have a fantastic collection of silver and gold jewellery for every occasion.
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