$400K in Dior Jewelry Missing After Lohan Photo Shoot


June 19th, 2009

$400K in Dior Jewelry Missing After Lohan Photo Shoot

Earlier this month, a Dior necklace and earrings valued at $400,000 went missing after Lindsay Lohan’s Elle Magazine photo shoot in London. Her spokespeople say Lindsay has not been contacted by law enforcement regarding any information she might have about the jewelry’s disappearance. British police haven’t made an arrest and haven’t named suspects. Approximately 20 other people were involved in the photo session.

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Pearls Are the June Birthstone


June 17th, 2009

Pearls Are the June Birthstone

Pearls and Alexandrite are both June birthstones, but genuine Alexandrite is rare, and usually expensive. So most Junies wear pearls to represent their birth dates. There’s no shortage of pearls. You’ll find them in so many colors and shapes that you might have a hard time choosing just one piece of jewelry. Try wearing an assortment of pearls in different sizes and colors, or mix them with other jewelry like Sandra Bullock did for Continue reading »

Pearls Are the June Birthstone


June 17th, 2009

Pearls and Alexandrite are both June birthstones, but genuine Alexandrite is rare, and usually expensive. So most Junies wear pearls to represent their birth dates. There’s no shortage of pearls. You’ll find them in so many colors and shapes that you might have a hard time choosing just one piece of jewelry. Try wearing an assortment of pearls in different sizes and colors, or mix them with other jewelry like Sandra Bullock did for the premiere of The Proposal.

Most pearls are very affordable — if you love them you can build a collection without too much strain on your budget. Use these resources to learn more about the types of pearls you’ll encounter when you shop.

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Super Bowl Rings Photo Gallery


June 16th, 2009

Team members reportedly helped design the Jostens ring that commemorates the Pittsburgh Steelers’ February, 2009 Super Bowl win.

Sixty-three diamonds (nearly 5 carats) are incorporated into the design. Six large diamonds radiating outward from the center of the ring signify the team’s six Super Bowl wins — a first in NFL history.

Every portion of the ring’s design has a meaning, like a 7-band row of smaller diamonds that represents Continue reading »

What You Need to Know About Jade


June 14th, 2009

Genuine jade can be one of two different minerals. Each variety is slightly different, and that means this pretty gem is available in a range of colors and prices. Explore the variations to discover which one you like best. While you’re exploring, learn how to avoid jade impostors.

Swank, Inc.


June 14th, 2009

Swank, Inc. Origins: Swank was founded in Attleboro, Massachusetts in 1897. Originally called the Attleboro Manufacturing Company, it manufactured and distributed men’s and women’s costume jewelry.

During World War I the company made dog tags for the US military. After the war ended, it changed focus to produce only men’s jewelry and accessories.Swank Products Today: Swank added leather goods to its offerings in the early 1950’s and purchased Continue reading »

Super Bowl Rings Photo Gallery


June 13th, 2009

It was Green Bay 35, New England 21 in Super Bowl XXXI.

One side of each Super Bowl ring’s shank is always adorned with the Super Bowl symbol for that year and the final game score. The opposite side of the ring can be personalized in other ways.

Shop for Sports Rings at Jostens.

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Steelers’ Super Bowl XLIII Ring


June 13th, 2009

Steelers Super Bowl XLIII Ring

The newest Super Bowl ring weighs almost a quarter of a pound, with 63 diamonds that total nearly 4 carats. The six largest diamonds radiating outward from the center of the ring signify the team’s six Super Bowl wins — a first in NFL history. Every other design element has a meaning, too, like a band of seven smaller diamonds that represents the same number of championship wins. The sides of each ring are packed with details to Continue reading »

Personal loans: avail cash in a hassle-free manner


June 11th, 2009

Any emergency can take place in your life because life is full of suspicions. Personal loans can help you in a comfortable way to cope with fiscal disasters. These loans are available in both the secured and unsecured forms and people can choose any form according to their financial status. With the help of received loan amount, the borrowers can meet any small kind of financial crises, such as medical bills, school fees, grocery bills, credit card Continue reading »

Michelle Obama’s Fashion Jewelry Style


June 11th, 2009

Over the past few years, we’ve watched as now First Lady Michelle Obama has undergone a style evolution. From her super-chic sheaths to floral printed dresses, she’s upped the style quotient in the White House at every appearance she makes. Not to be forgotten are her look-at-me accessories that define her signature look and pull her outfits together. From bubble-gum size pearls to big brooches and hoop earrings, we examine some of the most Continue reading »