Family conflicts over inherited jewelry can be emotional and challenging to navigate. "I have seen families fall apart once the family matriarch passes. Most of the time, the children have a different style from their mothers and each other. The kids fight about the most valuable items and of...
Diamond was first discovered and mined in India. In Sanskrit it was addressed as 'vajra', 'thunderbolt' and 'indrayudha' – warrior god Indra's weapon. Early descriptions of diamond date back to the 4th century BC, by when diamonds were a valuable material with mythology and symbolism surrounding...
The history of jewelry style dates back to ancient times and has evolved over the centuries to reflect changes in culture, technology, and fashion. Here are some examples of notable jewelry styles throughout history:
Ancient jewelry: The jewelry of ancient civilizations, such as the Egyptians, Gr...
Red garnet is one of the most common and widespread of gems. But not all garnets are as abundant as the red ones. A green garnet, tsavorite, is rarer and needs rarer rock chemistries and conditions to form.
Beauty: Garnets are prized for their deep, rich colors and are known for their brilliance...
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