JewelSnap #033 · Jewellery history
Stones and beads have been worn for a very long time.
Why a stone can feel personal
A stone you chose yourself can feel like a small anchor to a person, a place or a moment. Many people simply enjoy its colour and weight on the hand. It is not a treatment, just a small everyday comfort.
Find a symbol or stone that feels like yours in the JewelMotif™ guide.
From shell beads to cut gems
The oldest known jewellery is made of shell beads, with perforated examples from Morocco dating to about 142,000 years ago. By around 300 BC the Greeks were using amethysts, pearls and emeralds, and Romans imported sapphires and diamonds. Today, transparent stones are usually faceted, while opaque ones are often shaped into smooth domes called cabochons.
Gemstone pieces to wear
14k and 18k fine gold →
18K Gold Aquamarine Ring - Emerald Cut - Pave Split Shank - UK O£1,295.00
14K Gold Oval Amethyst Ring - 2.8ct - Fluted Dome Band - UK N US 6.5£695.00
18K Gold Ruby & Diamond Ring - 0.65ct Ruby - UK L1/2 US 6£488.00
18K Gold Vibrant Green Jadeite Cabochon Diamond Ring - UK M US 6£1,150.00
18K Gold Carved Amethyst Leaf Earrings - 18 Gemstones£1,880.00
14k Gold Aquamarine Bracelet x18 Oval Stones · Hallmarked · JewelHub£1,395.00
Want to know more about gemstone and bead symbols?
Explore the meaning behind each symbol in the JewelMotif™ guide.
Sources
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