GARNET: Gem of the Ancient Warrior

Posted on March 19, 2012 by editor

Garnet JewelryEven just a single glance at garnet, one will never miss to appreciate its enthralling brilliance like a flame glowing from the heart of the gem. With its strong brilliance and mighty hue, it is undoubtedly an ideal gemstone of protection. No wonder why the ancient warriors wore garnet pendants believed to protect them from danger.

Revered in Ancient Egypt, Rome and Greece, garnet was considered a lucky charm in the 18th and 19th century. Travelers and explorers over the centuries carry with them garnet amulets as protection from disasters. Crusaders wore garnet as talisman to protect themselves from the evil eye.

Garnet is not just used as a protective gemstone. A symbol of unconditional love and devotion, garnet jewelry are also given as meaningful gifts that can express one’s genuine feelings. Fashion icons and trendsetters such as Queen Victoria of England adored garnet for its outstanding color and natural radiance.

The amazing legend of garnet and its notable importance in the life of our Ancient ancestors inspired our master artisans as they painstakingly handcrafted our garnet jewelry that will astound you not just with its exquisite sparkling gem but also with its fine JeGem exclusive craftsmanship.

Each piece of our garnet jewelry is created with special attention given to every detail of the setting to ensure good quality and craftsmanship. Add one-of-a-kind jewelry masterpieces in your collection and show off an outstanding elegance with JeGem’s premier artisan garnet jewelry.

Indeed, there is a special sense of pride one can feel from owning a piece of treasure that no one else own in this world. Be the first to choose from our array of one-of-a-kind garnet jewelry now!

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Turquoise in the Heart of Tibetan Master Artisans

Posted on March 15, 2012 by editor

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In the serene land of the Himalayas live the Tibetans, a group of indigenous people who have played a significant role in the history of arts and crafts. Every work of art made by Tibetan hands would spark intrigue and amazement – each one reflecting the heart and soul of the craftsman who made it.

For thousands of years, Tibetan artisans have produced very intricate designs of art masterpieces, particularly jewelry. Tibetans regard art as part of their whole being and each masterpiece they create is full of love, meaning and cultural value.

Turquoise and coral are the most revered and highly venerated gemstones among Tibetans. However, it is turquoise that elaborately embellishes most of their jewelry
masterpieces as they believe it to have tremendous protective power and esoteric beauty.

One of the oldest gemstones known to man, turquoise has fascinated emperors and monarchs throughout history. This gem was believed to possess immense value that only
those of high social rank were worthy of owning. It was highly revered not only by Tibetans in Ancient times but also by Egyptians, Persians and Romans.

The highly skilled Tibetan master artisans at JeGem painstakingly handcraft our turquoise Tibetan jewelry in the proud tradition of their ancestors’ remarkable artistic heritage. Their reverence for turquoise combined with their love of art have inspired them to create turquoise jewelry with the most extraordinary silverwork.

The exclusive craftsmanship of all JeGem turquoise jewelry, the uniqueness of each design and the skills our artisans have inherited from their legendary ancestors make every piece a one-of-a-kind fashion item and highly collectible gem. Such rare treasures don’t come along every day. Grab one for your own collection now!

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4 Benefits of Moonstone Jewelry

Posted on March 12, 2012 by editor

Moonstone JewelryWith its unique beauty, it is hardly surprising that moonstone jewelry has become so popular among women of all ages. But moonstone is more than just a pretty face. Moonstone jewelry offers 4 incredible benefits that make it a highly collectible gem:

1) Unique and Beautiful: The bluish rainbow glow of moonstone is unique among other gems and no two moonstones are ever the same. It is also very captivating because as the wearer moves, the gem’s rainbow glow changes in intensity. Simply gorgeous!

2) Appropriate for All: As mentioned above, moonstone jewelry is worn by women of all ages the world over. Be it in a ring, pendant, bracelet, necklace, or a pair of earrings, moonstone will blend beautifully with any skin type and tone.

3) Known as a Good Luck Stone: As a gift or token, moonstone jewelry holds a high rank, for it is believed to arouse one’s tender feelings and to give lovers the ability to foretell their future.

4) A Good Spend: Rainbow moonstones with blue hue are in high demand; as a result, they are becoming increasingly rare in today’s market, particularly large size stones. It is a wise investment to buy such moonstones in jewelry at affordable price before their value rises.

What makes JeGem’s artisan moonstone jewelry even better is that we offer you a wide range of one-of-a-kind moonstone jewelry in various designs. You can find gorgeous top fire rainbow moonstone items with a lot of shimmer, and well handcrafted cat eye moonstone at great prices.

Enjoy creating your own collection!

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The Kaleidoscope Gem

Posted on March 5, 2012 by editor

Opal JewelryWhen it comes to gemstones, few can match the amazing display of color that high quality opals produce. But have you ever wondered just how those magical kaleidoscope displays are created?

Opal‘s magical interplay of colors – which is actually called opalescence – is created by its internal composition of tiny hexagonal or cubic silica spheres. As they catch and diffract the light, these spheres are capable of producing every color in the visible spectrum in opal’s distinctive kaleidoscope effect.

The exact combination of colors they produce depends on the specific composition of each opal, and this is also how the quality of the stone is determined. The most vivid displays are seen in precious opal with silica spheres of equal size packed tightly into evenly-spaced lattices.

At JeGem, we select the finest opals in a wide range of colors. Today, roughly 97% of the world’s opal comes from Australia and at JeGem, we have an extensive selection of Australian black opal and Australian white opal jewelry for you to choose from. Also coming from Australia is a small group of rare variety solid black boulder opal. However, we also offer a wide range of highly sought-after and very collectible opal jewelry featuring the much rarer African opal, Merlinite opal, Mexican fire opal and Peruvian opal.

Our delightful opal jewelry collections feature a wide array of one-of-a-kind artisan handcrafted rings, earrings, bracelets and pendants that are sure to cast a spell on you.

Bring a little magic into your life, with stunning opal jewelry from JeGem.

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The Lore of Mother of Pearl

Posted on February 29, 2012 by editor

Mother of Pearl JewelryMother of Pearl was discovered as far back as 500 – 600 AD. Often used in art, mother of pearl made its appearance in jewelry and other adornments in later years. Many tribes and cultures that first possessed mother of pearl valued the oysters more than the pearls.  Early history depicts Polynesians using the pearls as marbles.

The mother of pearl is not a stone but a by-product of the oyster.  The luster of a pearl is formed within the oyster shell, created by a combination of calcium carbonate and conchiolin. Mother of pearl oysters are often found in warm, tropical seas.

There is much lore surrounding the mother of pearl.  Many believe the pearl can heal wounds. Because the pearl is made of calcium and our bodies use calcium, this could have some validity.  Many believe that used as a powder, the pearl improves eyesight and lessens the effects of cataracts. Some believe that those who wear the pearl will grow in faith.

Wearing mother of pearl enhances confidence, decision-making ability, and creativity.   The lore of mother of pearl says that your ability to focus will be enhanced. At one time it is thought that those who actually swallowed a pearl would live to be immortal.

Mother of pearl brings purity and clarity to your life when you are wearing it.  Known as a gem that reflects a mothers love, it brings protection to the mother who wears it.

Find your favorite piece of Mother of pearl jewelry at JeGem.com. Available in a wide variety of artisan-handcrafted designs!

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