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August 26, 2009

The ankles and feet. Like all other parts of the body are extensively decorated. A large variety of rings, usually known as angushtha are worn on the feet. One type, especially popular in Rajasthan, is made of hemispherical forms joined with globular bells. There are also rings for toe...

Woman Foot Jewelry - Anklets and Toe Rings

Woman foot jewelry is a great fashion statement. Read about jewelry for your feet and anklets and toe ring for women. Paradoxically, the feet are considered to be the most polluted part of the human body and at the same time, the object of highest admiration and veneration....

Armlet Silver Handcrafted Upper Arm Jewelry

Armlet is an ornament that is usually worn around the arm, especially the upper arm. In India, armlets are popularly known as `Baju Bandh`. In Rajasthan, the upper arm jewellery is an essential part of the marriage jewellery..

Back Belly Chain, Waist Jewelry in Sterling Silver

A belly chain or waist chain is a type of body jewelry worn around the waist. Some belly chains attach to a navel piercing; these are also called "pierced belly chains". They are often made of silver or gold. Sometimes a thread is used around waist instead of a chain.....

Buy Cubic Zircon Costume Jewelry, Artificial Jewelry Online

Costume jewelry is essentially a 20th-century term for jewelry made form non-precious materials, such as imitation gemstones and faux pearls, set in silver or inexpensive base metals. In fact, however, early costume jewelry dates back thousands of years and many pieces incorporate semi-precious stones.....

Buy Earrings, Dangle Earrings and Studs in Sterling Silver

Earrings and Ear Ornaments are worn through holes pierced in any of the external parts of the ear. Piercing is the only indigenous Indian system to hold ear ornaments. Studs can be attached to any part of the year, but especially the helix, tragus and lobe; the shank passes through the ear and...

Designer Cufflinks for Men, Sterling Silver Cuff Link

Cufflinks, like other men's accessories, are not just accents to a man's wardrobe. They are actually a personal statement, or a fashion statement at the very least. It is true that you can tell a lot about a man by what he wears. As for cufflinks, a lot can be said about a man by his choice of cufflinks. Although cufflinks...

Buy Designer Indian Silver Jewelry Online

Pure Silver is too soft to withstand hammering. To provide it with more strength, it is generally alloyed with copper. The proportion differs according to the requirements of the objects that are to be made. Silversmiths have been important members of village communities form time immemorial. Besides silver, they make jewelry or ornaments....

Buy Sterling Silver Rings, Finger Jewelry

There are hardly any people in the world who do not wear finger rings. In India, besides finger rings, there has been custom of wearing thumb rings too. Mudra and angushthi, the two Sanskrit words for ring stand for seal and thumb ring respectively. Today, the Hindi word anguthi is commonly used for finger ring but originally it stood for thumb ring. Mudra or mudrika is...

Designer Gemstone Jewelry, Gem Beads, Semi Precious Gemstone Jewelry

Gem stone jewelry pieces have a classic look that adds something extra to your unique fashion. It can change an entire outfit by transforming something dull into something noticeable and vibrant. Gem stone pieces are worn by both women and men. Anything from stud earrings to an engagement ring or...

Enamel Bangle Bracelet, Sterling Silver Bangle Set

Besides being the mark of a married woman, bangles in India have a tremendous amorous and romantic connotation. In classical Indian poetry, a woman’s pining for union with her husband or lover, is indicated by the bangles slipping from her wrist due to her becoming thin in the agony of separation from him. This Indian style bangle jewelry...

Gemstones, Gem Set, Healing Beads

Gemstones are used with exceptional beauty in Indian jewelry. The very concept of a 'maharaja' conjures up images of a rotund royal, adorned in silk and decorated with diamonds, rubies, sapphires and other glittering gems. Indeed, India has always been obsessed with the beauty of gemstones.....

Handmade Wooden Jewelry Box, Keepsake Boxes or Storage Boxes

A jewelry armoire or Jewelry Box is the perfect companion for your beautiful jewelry. It's the perfect home for storing those heirlooms and priceless pieces as well as your favorite fashion and costume jewelry. You can even tuck a few small trinkets in there for safe keeping. If you are really yearning to stand out of the crowd and present a memorable gift....

Silver Bangle Charm Bracelet, Bangle Bracelet Set

Bangle bracelets come in different styles and designs. There are designs that have clasps and there are designs that allow you to simply and easily slip your wrist through. There are wide silver bangles, and there are also thin bangles. Sterling silver bangle bracelets are..

Silver Gemstone Bracelets in Different Styles

Wrist ornaments or bracelets exist in enormous variety all over India. Rigid penannular bracelets of circular or ovoid form, which are cast or forged with animal-head terminals, are an extremely archaic type. Unlike bangles, they have an opening to facilitate putting them on and taking them off. Bracelets made of a flat metal band...

Silver Gemstone Pendant, Locket and Amulets from India

An Amulet/Good Luck Charm meaning "an object that protects a person from trouble", is a close cousin of the Talisman, from the Greek, which means "To initiate into the mysteries", consists of any object intended to bring Good Luck and/or protection to its owner. Amulet has a huge range of silver jewellery, both contemporary and classic. Birthstones and many semiprecious stones are...

Sterling Silver Charm Necklace with Gemstone and Beads

Necklace is the very important part of Women’s Jewelry. Necklaces have always been especially popular because they are worn as an adjunct to the face and contribute much to concepts of facial beauty. They are found in a staggering assortment of forms, styles and materials. The most ephemeral, and arguably the earliest to be devised by man, is the ubiquitous Indian garland..

Sterling Silver Engraved Key Chain or Key Rings

A keychain or key chain is a small chain, usually made from metal or plastic, that connects a small item to a keyring. The length of a keychain allows an item to be used more easily than if connected directly to a keyring. Some keychains allow one or both ends the ability to rotate, keeping the keychain from becoming twisted, while the item is being used. A keychain can...

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July 20, 2009

Mother Day Gifts Ideas from ShalinCraft

" The moment a child is born, the mother is also born. She never existed before. The woman existed, but the mother, never. A mother is something absolutely new. "

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July 16, 2009

Silver Jewelry in India

Silver jewelry is one of the most common types of jewelry that people purchase. From silver earrings and bracelets to silver rings and pendants, silver jewelries are fine pieces to wear both for casual and special occasions. Some people do not like the look of yellow gold, and so silver jewelry becomes the best alternative to match a person's skin tone and outfits.

Anklet bracelets have been widely known among Indian single women for decades. An anklet bracelet is a woman’s accessory typically worn as a stylish ornament around the ankle. In East India, however, an anklet may also be worn on arms as many think that anklets and bracelets can be worn interchangeably. This highly fashionable jewelry is made from different materials such as gold, silver, beads, leather or plastic. The size of an anklet is slightly larger than the bracelet.

Some silver utensils and gold jewellery have been found in excavations from Taxila ( now in Pakistan ). These ornaments reveal fine workmanship (some designs and shapes are still replicated in modern jewellery). Few jewellery pieces have been found from the later period, but several stone, terracotta and bronze sculptures, especially of the female form, throughout Indian history have depicted a range of jewellery, showing some exquisitely designed pieces that have ornamented some early female clay figurines from the Mauryan (third century BC) and Sunga (second century BC) periods. Stone sculptures from the Mauryan (third century BC) and Sunga (second century BC) periods. Stone sculptures from the Gupta (fourth-fifth century AD), and Pala (ninth-twelfth century AD), periods and bronzes from the Chola (tenth-eleventh century AD) and Nayak (twelfth-thirteenth century) periods, apart from mural paintings of Ajanta and Ellora, and miniature paintings of the mediaeval period,apart from mural paintings of Ajanta and Ellora, and miniature paintings of the mediaeval period, tell of the rich unbroken jewellery tradition that existed all over India. Lavish care was taken on the ornamentation of the body, from head to toe, and the study of ancient Indian antiquities reveals that not only women but men also decorated themselves with different kinds of ornaments. The neck was adorned with a complex array of necklaces and chokers, accompanied by chains hanging down to the waist. The ears were covered with earrings and the wrists and arms with jbangles, bracelets and armelts of various design.

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Types of Silver in Silver Jewelry

Silver is one of the finest metals that can be used in jewelry. The purest silver, which is called fine silver, is 999/1000 pure. However, when it comes to silver jewelry, purity is not a good thing. Pure silver is too soft to be used in jewelry. It needs to be mixed with other metals in order to create alloys which are considered more durable.

The most commonly used silver alloy in jewelry is Sterling silver. This consists of 92.5 percent silver and 7.5 percent copper. When these two elements are combined, these create a mixture that is durable enough for everyday use and at the same time, maintains the desired shine. In some cases, rhodium is incorporated in silver to provide a tarnish-resistant finish.

Aside from Sterling silver, there are other jewelries that are composed of silver and other metals. These silver jewelries include silver 800, an 80/20 mix of silver and other metals. There are also silver-plated jewelries. However, these are not good long-term investments because the silver wears off after some time. This is also true of nickel silver jewelry. This type does not actually contain silver; it is a combination of several other metals.

No matter what type of silver is used in silver jewelry, it is important to take care of it since it has the tendency to scratch and tarnish after a period of time. Although silver can make a fine piece of jewelry, silver requires high maintenance compared to gold.

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July 14, 2009

Wooden Jewelry Box

Good jewelry boxes are works of art. Wooden jewelry boxes are available in various finishes and textures. The choices range from warm mahogany wood, white ash, cherry, maple, koa, walnut, birch, burl and other varieties found in America. Several special boxes are created with wood sourced from other countries. Examples of such wood varieties are rosewood, ebony, blodwood, bocote, jatoba, kingwood, lacewood, olivewood, padauk and many more. The type of wood used and the quality of craftsmanship determines the price of the jewelry box.

If you are an avid jewelry collector, wood jewelry boxes will definitely protect and store your precious items from wear and tear. You can also use these boxes to store your jewelry when you are traveling from one place to another. Most of these boxes have an interior lining of satin, suede, or velvet, so you know you are giving your treasured baubles the best protection. Many of these boxes are available in a host of designs, and are also sold in a variety of types. You can always find music jewelry boxes made of wood for instance. Furthermore, if you have a large collection, you can always opt for the bigger jewelry chests.
Looking back, one can conclude that the use of wood in the manufacturing of jewelry has been a part of this world for as long as there have been humans living on the earth. Wooden jewelry was used for the purpose of cultural, traditional and spiritual ceremonies. According to a few researches, wooden jewelries have been used not only to decorate the human body but to signify certain things as well. For example, for native tribes, they use wooden jewelry to indicate their positions in their tribes. There are a few who make use of wood jewelry as a means of identifying to which community one may belong. Others wear them as a proof of their faith and beliefs, while still others simply believe that it shall bring them good luck and abundance in their necessities to live. And others simply wear them as ornamental addition for further beautification.

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Handcrafted jewelry boxes are a specialty item. It takes a lot of skill and hard work to create the exquisite pieces that we see for sale in shops. The first step is to decide upon the design and type of wood to be used. And once the actual making process starts innovative ideas creep in and the readied piece is often different but much better than the original idea. The only exceptions are customized boxes where strict instructions are adhered to .Then comes the all important finish that can make or break the value of a handcrafted wooden jewelry box. Several coats of special natural oils are rubbed in. This enhances the natural color of the wood and enlivens the grain.
Jewelry boxes are the best companions for your most precious and beautiful jewelry pieces. Apart from jewelry, they can be used for keeping certain other small items which are valuable for you. So a jewelry box is like a treasure trove where one can store a small but valuable treasure.

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July 10, 2009

Necklaces And Pendants

By most standards of beauty, a woman is considered beautiful if she has a long neck. Garlands of flowers were used centuries ago to decorate the neck (and still are), so flower
garlands can be considered the predecessor of the necklace in India. Different kinds of necklaces were worn by women and men and the names of these necklaces vary, depending on
the designs. Hansuli, choker, necklace, chain, thali, champakali and vayjatimala are some ornaments worn on the neck.

Handcrafted necklaces are usually unique and stylish. The Paten or design is usually invented by the designer. Two of them can combine forces or he can do it all by himself. However, there is a uniqueness, uniformity or lack of it in each peace. These beautiful pieces are made from ceramics, wood, shells, corals and metal beads to mention a few. These necklaces give the wearer a casual and elegant look.

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A necklace means much more than a piece of cloth or beads round the neck. Other than completing the trendy casual or elegant dress that one wears,in ancient times it had other meanings. A necklace signified the nativity or geographical area that a person hailed from. The manufacturing process was much tedious and it included rocks, wood, shells, plant gems etc and that was why a necklace was not just a mere decorative item.

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June 22, 2009

Silver Jewelery ShalinCraft

It is an stonishing and inexplicable fact of Indian cultural history that a country which does not have many silver resources of its own should have stock-pilled the metal in a massive quantity. Virtually through trade alone, and that its exuberant presence should be so visible even at a casual glance at its people in the country-side. It is amazing that this silver-less country should have used silver as its currency for centuries, a practice, which ended only a few decades ago.

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Silver Charm Jewelry

The Sanskrit word chandra means 'glitterling', shining', or 'having the brilliancy or hue of light' and hence is used as an epithet for the moon.
The compound chandra lohaka literally meaning 'shining metal' stands for 'silver'. Apparently the word chandi used in several regional languages and dialects of India to denote silver, stems from the word chandra. Like the moon, silver is considered to posses. In popular belief, the aichemic property of coolness against that of heat generated by gold.

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In other words, silver ornaments are supposed to have a cooling effect on the wearer's metabolism. Whereas those of gold and believed to heat up the body.

Another Sanskrit word for silver is rupya, which derives from the root rup and has various shades of meaning including 'well-shaped','beautiful','stamped or impressed'. The Sanskrit word rupyaka, anglicized as 'rupee', derives from the same word and originally denoted' a stamped coin (of silver)'. The word rajata, which also means ,'white or whitish',means silver in Sanskrit. The word already occurs in the Rigveda. Here the root raj appears to be related to the root arj meaning 'to radiate', leading to the term arjuna meaning 'whitish','light- or silver-coloured', In a hymn dedicated to Mitra, Varuna and other deities, the term rajata occurs as an adjective to describe a horse, i.e. 'made of silver, or shining like silver'. The related word arjuna occurs in a hymn dedicated to Indra who is described to have discovered a lustrous vajra, 'thunderbolt'(arjunam vajram).

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