How many different ways can a child express his or her appreciation for mom? Perhaps millions. I wouldn’t be surprised if that is how many essays have been submitted to my jewelry store since 1993. I searched for my own birth mother since I was a teenager. I was adopted as a child, and although… Continue reading The Power of Positive Words
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Weekly Photo Challenge: Forward!
"We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we're curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths." - Walt Disney Your curiosity is the key to every door of opportunity that crosses your path. It unlocks the wonders of tomorrow! Push forward, stay curious! Weekly Photo Challenge: Forward! http://dailypost.wordpress.com/2013/02/22/forward/
The Little Green Toothbrush
It was a long, boring drive to the diamond company's headquarters in Indianapolis. Although the rest of the nation's managers flew in cozy airplanes, the Kansas City supervisor thought he would score points with the president by asking all of his store managers to travel by car. In the lobby of the Sheraton, the ten… Continue reading The Little Green Toothbrush
The Benefit of Giving
Years ago I remember spending time with my little girl reading children's books. I’m not sure who enjoyed the stories more but there is one tale I will never forget. It was called, "Milo and the Magical Stones." Milo was a mouse that lived on an island with other mice. He discovered a beautiful, shiny,… Continue reading The Benefit of Giving
Tolkowsky’s Measurements
The person recognized as the pioneer of diamond cutting was the Belgian mathematician, Marcel Tolkowsy. In 1919, Tolkowsky proposed what he thought was the most desirable proportions of a diamond. Fewer than 1% of all diamonds even get close to Tolkowsky's measurements.
Recent History of Jewelry
Georgian Period: 1714-1830 Jewelry designs of nature featuring flowers, leaves, insects, birds, feathers, and ribbons. Engraved gemstones and intaglios were favored along with agates and cabochon cut stones. During the early nineteenth century, cameo brooches and earrings became popular. Garnets, turquoise, amethyst, and particularly pearls were the rage. Early Victorian Period: 1837-1860 The dominant style… Continue reading Recent History of Jewelry
The Hortensia Diamond
This peach colored stone of 20 carats was named after Hortense de Beauharnais, Queen of Holland, who was Josephine's daughter and the stepdaughter of Napoleon Bonaparte. The Hortensia had been part of the French Crown Jewels since Louis XIV bought it. Along with the Regent, it is now on display at the Louvre, Paris.
I am Sworn to Be Your Servant
"I am sworn to be your servant," Eve said to Daniel after they slaughtered the Zafcat. The Zafcat rose it's giant claw for the single slash of Daniel's throat when Eve came from behind and penetrated the hairy beast with her sword. For an orphaned slave girl, Eve possessed an unnatural beauty and grace even… Continue reading I am Sworn to Be Your Servant
Weekly Photo Challenge: 2012 in Pictures
Weekly Photo Challenge: My 2012 in Pictures. http://dailypost.wordpress.com/2012/12/28/weekly-photo-challenge-my-2012-in-pictures/
Shykor and the Giant Flawless Diamond
Shykor drew his golden sword from his sheath and stabbed it into the sky. The bright sun reflected a beam of yellow from the polished plastic. The handle was encrusted with crystal rhinestones, but looked like ocean blue sapphires and pigeon blood rubies set in a platinum halo. Around Shykor's neck hung the Giant Flawless,… Continue reading Shykor and the Giant Flawless Diamond
Weekly Photo Challenge: Renewal
This is Ananya. Everything about a diamond represents renewal and rebirth. As DeBeers said, "A diamond is born of the earth, and reborn on the woman you love." Renewal: Weekly Photo Challenge: http://dailypost.wordpress.com/2012/11/08/weekly-photo-challenge-renewal/
DPChallenge: Diamond Day
The most precious of gemstones are currently being formed right now. From deep in the earth, carbon atoms are being squeezed with unfathomable pressure and heat to create one of the most beautiful objects in the world. After a diamond is precisely cut and polished to release it’s inner beauty, it is a marvel of… Continue reading DPChallenge: Diamond Day
The Dresden Green Diamond
The Dresden Green is a spectacular rare green diamond weighing 40.70 carats. Green diamonds of any size are truly rare. The Dresden Green, which probably weighed over 100 carats in its rough form, is unique among world famous diamonds. The color is usually caused by the crystal's coming into contact with a radioactive source at… Continue reading The Dresden Green Diamond
The Centenary Diamond – Almost 600 carats!
The 599.10 carat Centenary Diamond was discovered on July 17, 1986. In its rough form it resembled an irregular matchbox. It took a select team of master cutters almost three years to complete its transformation into the 273.85 carat diamond it is today. The Centenary Diamond, which is now the world's largest top color, flawless,… Continue reading The Centenary Diamond – Almost 600 carats!
The Large Diamond Sale
Diamond Mike Watson felt a sort of uneasiness as he sat facing Drew Damon across from the small wooden table in the diamond room. The diamond room was a soundproof, two-person chamber intended to be a private area that stood cozily in the corner of Gallery of Diamonds jewelers, but when two men are negotiating… Continue reading The Large Diamond Sale