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History Of Pakistani Jewelry

The Jewelry history of Pakistan is a combination of history and modern designs and techniques. In Pakistan, jewelry is worn by all women, sometimes even men, irrespective of their social status. It communicates a message of love, hate, power, hierarchy and marriage. Gems and semi-precious stones are worn not only for the fashion purpose but, they are also worn under the prescription of astrologers and spiritual leaders. These gems and stones are believed to affect ones future and destiny and believed to have strong influence on the live of a person. These people wear particular stone or Gem, especially prescribed to them to protect them from evil.
Women of Pakistan are great admirers of jewelry because jewelry is taken as a status of a person in the society and is counted as the wealth of women. The upper rich class wears gold jewelry with diamonds, rubies, emeralds and pearls. Less wealthy wear gold with less precious stones, whereas poor class wear jewelry made of silver and base metal. Since jewelry shows the status and wealth of women, hence gold has an esteemed place as an investment.
Therefore in Pakistan you will find even an impoverished individual wearing at least ear studs that are or look like gold. Expensive jewels are not ceremonial symbols in Pakistan, even though they are used in abundance in big ceremonies such as weddings when bride is loaded with heavy jewelry, but women and some men too, wear it simply to show their wealth, and to impress their friends. Women wear jewelry with pride and look after them so that it can be handed down generation in the family. In this tradition, jewelry is usually worn by married women whereas widow hardly displays any form of jewelry.
History of Pakistan shows that sub-continent of which Pakistan was a part, was referred as the Golden Bird, because it was the largest importer of Gold in the world. Sub-continent was the principle production center for beads by 3000 B.C. sub-continent was the superior trade route because it was rich in mines and had large quantities of diamonds, rubies, pearls and gold.

Pakistani Wedding Jewelry

Pakistan has information of online Pakistani jewelry shops. Necklace, bracelets, earrings, gold bangles, rings and bracelets are famous jewelry items in Pakistan wedding jewelry. You will also find beautiful jewerly designs at pakistan and we give sources where you can find Pakistani jewelry for online shopping. There are also custom jewelry desings which will be modified according to your choice and hand made jewelry also available. Online Pakistan wedding jewelry shops give the opportunity for those who are settled outside Pakistan want to buy traditional Pakistani jewelry from famous wedding jewelry stores in Pakistan.


Pakistani Antique jewelry

Antique Afghan jewelry made by tribe kuchi.

This stunning necklace is made with large pieces of uncut Diamonds and natural tourmalines. The necklace is set in gold and comes with a pair of stunning earrings, and is made in the “Kundan” style. which was made at the beginning of the 18th century. It is an exact replica of a genuine piece of Antique jewelry, the original of which would sell for more than $200,000.

Antique finish Ring with precious stone studding. Mostly with screw and hiige to fit most womem.

Antique Finish Bangles with semi precious and Precious Stones Studdings. Mostly with screw and Hinge to fit most women. Gold Antiue Finish (Brownish) and Gheru Antique Finish (Reddish)

Tribal jewelry in India is quite rich. Each tribe has kept its unique style of jewelry intact even now. The original format of jewelry design has been preserved by ethnic tribal. Jewelry that is made of bone, wood, clay, shells and crude metal, by tribals, is not only attractive, but also holds a distinct rustic and earthy charm. Tribal jewelry is made of the products that are available locally. The unrefined look of their jewelry is something that attracts people most. As has been said each tribe has its own indigenous jewelry craft, here is the list of the tribes, with their jewelry art described in brief.

In the world of fashion and design, old trends tend to come over again and again, though with slight changes. Pachchikam jewelry making craft is one of the examples of jewelry that has come back once again. Originated in Gujarat and Kutch, centuries ago, Pachchikam jewelry has again become popular and now, is very much in fashion. Many contemporary designers are today inspired by the art of Pachchikam jewelry and they are leading the way for further development in the art.

Pakistani islamic Religious Jewelry

Sterling silver ring features the word 'Allah' (God) hand engraved by Turkish artisans, overlaid with a polished cabochon quartz crystal. Ring back is easily adjustable for variable sizing.

Add style and devotion to your wardrobe with 14k gold Islamic jewelry from 14kzone.com. Islamic jewelry traditionally refers to jewelry with Islamic and quoranic inscriptions. Although jewelry is often correlated with woman, Islamic men embellish themselves with Allah gold jewelry, including an Allah charm, and quoran gold locket pendants. These adornments typically indicate a man's wealth, power and status. Praise the presence of Allah with your very own elaborately crafted Allah charm. Honor the Quoran and all its revelation with a beautiful and compelling quoran gold locket or quoran gold locket.

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Indian Jewelry History

India's glorious history has affected each and every aspect of Indian lifestyle. Jewelry has remained an integral part of the Indian lifestyle. Thus, the diverse history of Indian has influence the jewelry styles as well. You will be surprised to know that the history of Indian jewelry goes back to almost 5000 years. Since pre-historic times, people in India have had a penchant for adorning themselves with jewellery. Gold, silver, stones, gems, etc. were the defining aspects of Indian jewellery.The Indian jewelry is varied in styles and designs in accordance to the different regions. Different states have different styles of Indian jewelry that are unique to that state and are not found anywhere else. For instance, the delicate filigree work in silver is unique to Orissa and Andhra Pradesh; the Meenakari (jewelry enameling work) is popular in Rajasthan; the temple town of Nagercoil in south is famous for its famous temple jewelry; Delhi is famous for its Kundan jewelry and so on. Indian jewelry has a variety of ornaments in different styles and designs for just about every part of the body. In ancient times, people used to adorn themselves with necklaces, rings and anklets made of crude stones and other metals. As time passed by, people learnt the art of polishing metals like gold and silver and learnt to extract semi-precious stones and gems from the mines. As various ruling empires came, the rich kings wore jewelry that made them look like Gods. Every big and small piece of adornment was made of gold and precious stones like rings, earrings, bangles, chains, crowns, anklets, etc. India has been ruled by different empires over the past many years. All these empires have left an indelible mark on the jewelry styles as well. The Mughals gave their distinctive style of using precious stones and intricate carvings, the Rajputs had their enameled jewelry and so on. In the modern world, though new and sophisticated styles have emerged to cater to urban centers, the traditional style of jewelry is still in vogue and is usually the first choice in jewelry. In the contemporary Indian market, you will find a beautiful blend of traditional and modern jewelry in gold and silver that are decorated with gorgeous precious stones that never fail to attract and amuse buyers.

Indian Bridal Jewelry

Jewelry forms a very important part of the overall attire of an Indian bride. In fact, the bridal look is believed to be incomplete unless the bride wears each and every piece of the jewelry meant for her. In majority of the Indian weddings, you will find the bride wearing yellow gold jewelry. However, depending on the budget, some people might opt for silver, platinum, white gold or diamond jewelry as well. Precious stones, such as ruby, jade, garnet, emerald, amethyst and pearl, are also widely used in Indian bridal jewelry. While you might see some variation in the bridal jewelry, depending on the particular region of the country where it is taking place, the basic items remain the same. Let us know more about the jewelry for an Indian bride.

Bangles

22 karat gold tri color enamel, 2 bangles set. The total weight of the bangles are 44.04 grams. Width of the bangle is 10mm approx and size is 2 1/8 inches. The price shown is for set of 2 bangles. The bangles are with hinge opening. They can fit to bigger hands by opening.

Necklace

Indian Names:Haar

One of the most elegant pieces of jewelry is the necklace. Available in a variety of designs and styles, the Indian necklace is a must have in one's trousseau. The Indian necklace has a lot of traditional and sentimental value attached to it. Sometimes necklaces that have been worn by different generations of a family are preserved by each generation to hand over to the next one. The necklace is a jewelry that adorns the slender neck of a woman thus emphasizing on the delicacy and beauty of the woman.

Traditional Indian jewelry

Mangalsutra

A very integral part of the Indian weddings, particularly Hindu marriages, Mangalsutra is a jewelry that symbolizes a married woman. Tying of the Mangalsutra by the groom is the most important ritual in a marriage and is known as "Mangalya Dharanam". It symbolizes an unbroken bond of understanding, love and sacrifices in their life as husband and wife. The Mangal Sutra is never taken off by the woman after marriage until the death of the husband.



Weistband Jewelry

Indian Names: Kamarband, Tagdi

One of the most unique jewelry in India is the waistband. Popularly known by the names of "Kamarband" or "Tagdi", the Indian waistband is a beautiful piece of ornament that is worn around the waist and it rests delicately just below the waistline. An intricately designed Kamarband looks fabulous on a slim woman and accentuates her figure. Though essentially used in a wedding or a dance program, waistbands have evolved with time and still exist in Indian urban colonies.

Anklet Jewelry

Indian Names: Payal, Pajeb

Anklets are traditional Indian jewelry that is worn around the ankle. They are popularly known as "Payal" or "Pajeb" and are worn by kids as well as young and old women. The Indian anklets are very famous over the world and are reputed for their beautiful carvings, embellishments, and countless styles. Traditionally, anklets used to be worn by unmarried girls in India. An anklet usually has small bells that make a very sweet noise while walking thus drawing attention to the wearer's feet.This kind of jewellery is found in a variety of styles. Anklets are made in gold as well as silver. The styling can be done according to the buyer's choice i.e. custom made or also what is hot in the market. One can find chunky anklets, exquisitely designed anklets, anklets inlaid with precious stones and gems, beaded anklets, etc. The variety in anklets is so vast that one can find just about any design and carving that is both appealing and beautiful.

Armlet Jewelry

Indian Names: Baju Bandh

Armlets are traditional forms of jewelry that have become very trendy these days. In ancient times, armlets were worn by both men as well as women with the sole aim of looking beautiful. The armlets were made of crude metal in shapes of creepers, snakes, and crocodiles. They were used as jewellery in not just India but there are proofs to show that armlets were used by the tribes of Native America also. Popularly known as "Baju Bandh" in India, these ornaments are available in many different designs and styles.Armlets were worn in different forms in India. Towards the south, we find that armlets were designed in a very different way and were used for occasions such as weddings and events like traditional dances. These days they are not quite used in the traditional style but have been modernized according to changing trends. Towards the north, armlets were worn as a symbol of marriage and were designed in a very sleek manner.

Antique Indian Gold Jewelry

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INDIAN RELIGIOUS JEWELRY
Ganesha Collection

AUM SRI GANESHAYA NAMAHA". "AUM SRI GAN GANAPATAYE NAMAHA". This Category is meant to bring GOOD LUCK in your homes & life through Ganesha's Blessings presented to you in the form of Ganesha Collection. There are some things in the world which can only be experienced and NOT commercially evaluated. Ganesha & Related Items bought from this section & from Jaipur Jewelers showroom may bring you Good Health, Happiness, Peace and Prosperity. We Guarantee it and you`ll experience it. For LARGER sizes in GANESHA STATUES, please check in DIVINE STATUES CATEGORY. Due to speciality nature of our product line, ALL Prices, Terms & Conditions & Availability Criteria are subject to change without Notice. The prices in our showroom may be higher or lower than on our site and may NOT be compared or quoted under ANY circumstances. It is absolutely upto a customer (You) to buy online or to buy from our showroom where the prices may be different.

Sterling Silver Charming Life Sanskrit OM Chain Necklace

This sterling silver pendant and chain features the sankrit OM symbol.

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Top Jewelry Designers

Welcome to your Top Jewelry Designers Specialty Boutique with creations from designers who are our hand-picked selections, celebrity favorites, and media darlings. A wide range of materials, prices, and style will satiate all your desires!

Devon Leigh

Devon Leigh designs jewelry for celelbrites and her Hollywood cliental. Her jewelry designs features necklaces, earring, bracelets and more.

Foxy Originals

Foxy jewelry is designed and made in Toronto, Canada where it is assembled by a small production team of skilled craftspeople whose true pride and workmanship is evident in the high quality of each Foxy creation. All Foxy jewelry is made from pewter and is coated in Gold, Silver or Bronze with a matte finish. Each is then stamped with the Foxy signature to authenticate the designs. From this common starting place, the pieces are transformed into original works through the integration of enamel, stones, leather and ultra-suede.

Deera Shepard

Debra Shepard is the designer of Earstrings® earrings and Debra Shepard designer jewelry. Debra Shepard designed jewelry is known for being comfortable without sacrificing style and is a fashion-forward favorite with celebrities and women of all ages.


18k Gold Jewelry

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Religious Jewelry

Where you'll find so many styles of gold crosses, medallions, and jewish jewelry to choose with an environment created to make your shopping experience enjoyable and easy! Religious symbols of fiath and bilief have been a part of every calture for thousands of yaers, Even more so today as caltures and biliefs blend and dwell together, each wishing to hold on to that piece of their haritage. Tarditions continue... we hope our high quality religious jewelry become part of your continuning bilief and calture.

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Diamonds

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Types Of Diamonds

White Diamonds

White diamonds are produced by mines all over the world in a wide variety of shapes and sizes.The white diamonds recovered from the Argyle mine are particularly brilliant and of high quality.


Pink Diamonds

The pink diamond is the world's most rare and valuable diamond.The Argyle mine is the world's foremost source of unrivalled intense pink diamonds, producing 95% of the world's supply. However, an extremely small proportion of Argyle Diamonds production is Pink colour, in fact less than one tenth of 1% is classified Pink.


Champagne Diamonds

Champagne diamonds are naturally coloured diamonds that are produced in a wide range of colours from light straw to rich cognac.
The 4C's of colour, cut, clarity and carat weight apply to coloured diamonds just as they do to colourless diamonds except the intensity of colour, not lack of it, plays a greater part in the valuation.


Yellow Diamonds

Fancy yellow diamonds come in a broad range of shades ranging from light yellow to a rich canary colour.
A limited quantity of fancy yellow diamonds is recovered from the Argyle mine.


Blue Diamonds

Fancy blue diamonds are available in a wide range of shades, from the blue of the sky to a more "steely" colour than sapphire.
Limited quantities of fancy blue diamonds are recovered from the Argyle mine.


Green Diamonds

Fancy green diamonds are also available. Usually, penetration of the colour is not very deep and is often removed during the fashioning of the stone.
A limited quantity of fancy green diamonds is recovered from the Argyle mine.

GOLD

In 1792 the U.S. Congress adopted a bimetallic standard (gold and silver) for the new nation's currency - with gold valued at $19.30 per troy ounce. This remained essentially unchanged until 1834, when the price of gold was raised to the $20.67 level which held for the next 100 years. It was not until 1934 that President Franklin Delano Roosevelt devalued the dollar by raising the price of gold to $35 per ounce.
Relative to today's world economic conditions, it is imperative to remember that F.D.R.'s stated purpose for dramatically increasing the value of gold was to boost commodity prices (especially farm products) and create more employment for the millions who were suffering the devastating effects of the Great Depression.
In December 1971 representatives of the ten most industrialized nations met in Washington D.C. It was their express purpose to take whatever measures in order to improve international economic conditions. The now famous Smithsonian Agreement accorded an immediate hike in the value of gold from $35 to $38 per ounce. President Richard Nixon hailed it as "the most significant monetary agreement in the history of the world." Unfortunately, it resulted in a measure too little and too late. International economic conditions continued to deteriorate, forcing the U.S. Government in 1973 to devalue the dollar a second time by raising the official price of gold to $42.22 per ounce. Finally, all international currencies were allowed to "float" freely against gold. By June of that year the London Gold Fixing had risen to an unprecedented $120 per ounce. Exploding demand during the following months set the stage for the creation of gold futures trading on the COMEX in January 1975.
A worldwide feeding frenzy for gold cannonballed its price to an all-time high of $850 per ounce on January 21, 1980. Obviously, speculative excess had carried too far. Since that date the price of gold has been in a downtrend for more than 13 years. Naturally, there have been periods of respite, when prices rebounded slightly. However, on balance the long-term bear market remained intact until April 23, 1993. On that date the June 1993 COMEX Gold futures contract closed at $347.50 - which, in our opinion, heralded a reversal of the 13 year downtrend, and thus the return of Virgil's echo: "Auri Sacra Fames"

Gold Historical Background

Gold has a long and complex history. From gold’s first discovery, it has symbolized wealth and guaranteed power. Gold has caused obsession in men and nations, destroyed some cultures and gave power to others.
Archaeological digs suggest the use of Gold began in the Middle East where the first known civilizations began. The oldest pieces of gold jewelry Egyptian jewelry were found in the tomb of Queen Zer and that of Queen Pu-abi of Ur in Sumeria and are the oldest examples found of any kind of jewelry in a find from the third millennium BC. Over the centuries, most of the Egyptian tombs were raided, but the tomb of Tutankhamen was discovered undisturbed by modern archaeologists. Inside the largest collection of gold and jewelry in the world was found and included a gold coffin whose quality showed the advanced state of Egyptian craftsmanship and goldworking (second millennium BC).
The Persian Empire, in what is now Iran, made frequent use of Gold in artwork as part of the religion of Zoroastrianism. Persian goldwork is most famous for its animal art, which was modified after the Arabs conquered the area in the 7th century AD.
When Rome began to flourish, the city attracted talented Gold artisans who created gold jewelry of wide variety. The use of gold in Rome later expanded into household items and furniture in the homes of the higher classes. By the third century AD, the citizens of Rome wore necklaces that contained coins with the image of the emperor. As Christianity spread through the European continent, Europeans ceased burying their dead with their jewelry. As a result, few gold items survive from the Middle Ages, except those of royalty and from church hordes.

Casting Gold

Like wax - resist ceramics, gold working seems to have begun in peru, perhaps as early as 1500 B.C.Kwonledge of casting, hammering, repouse, and inlay spread from peru and possibly colombia northword, passing through panama and costa Rica on its way to Mesoamerica, where it finally arrived in the 10th century A.D.These same method are still in use today for the making of fine jewelry.

Types of gold
and other precious metals

Most people are familiar with jewelry made in 14k gold (18k is the standard abroad) known as yellow gold or white gold. Gold for jewelry is also milled in subtle shades of green and red (also called rose). Red gold looks like brightly polished copper but doesn't tarnish like copper. Green gold is very close in shading to 14k yellow but has a slight greenish cast. White gold is silverish with a touch of yellow or in the case of our palladium white gold the color is a greyish silver (RIGHT).
Platinum is not a gold but is a precious metal becoming more popular in fine jewelry. Heavier than gold, platinum has a pure silver gray sheen and is a very strong metal.
Sterling silver is a much beloved affordable metal with a whitish, silvery shading.
We can weave any of our ring styles in combinations of any of these metals. If you are interested in using combinations of metal or different-colored golds for your ring(s), please give us a call or email us with your request. Visit our gold combinations page for a look at some possibilities.

An Overview of Gold

Gold is the mostly highly prized of all metals. Its bright yellow glitter and malleability has made it, since the dawn of history, the metal most treasured. The earliest craftspeople used gold to fashion decorative pieces of all kinds. In the Middle Ages, artisans were trained as goldsmiths to create jewelry and ornaments of the highest order, some surpassing work done by the craftsmen of today.
Gold found in its native state is rarely pure 24k, but is usually associated with silver and often with mercury. In its natural state of pure gold, the substance is very malleable and can be hammered into very thin sheets. When the silver content is a high percentage of a naturally-occuring gold mass, the metal is called electrum, a natural alloy. Gold is also found in tellurides and ore containing quartz wherein it is either visible, or enclosed in particles of sulfide minerals such as chalcopyrite, pyrrhotite, pyrite, and arsenopyrite. In some high-production gold mines, the gold is not visible and can be seen only on a highly polished surface when viewed through a high- powered microscope.
Gold has no oxides and is not affected by oxygen in the atmosphere as are other metals. This is why gold does not tarnish -- tarnish is the result of metal reacting with oxygen in a process called oxidation. Gold is malleable to the point that it can be hammered into a leaf or sheet of foil 3/1,000,000 inch thick (0.000003 inches) on an area approximately 6 square feet. The thin sheet is translucent and transmits a greenish light through the leaf.
Since gold alone is too soft to hold a form, gold is alloyed (combined with other metals) in order to make jewelry. When gold is alloyed, its ductility is diminished, but its malleability remains constant, except when large percentages of copper are added to the alloy. Nickel used in a white gold alloy has the same characteristics as silver. Zinc is added to the white gold alloy and lightens the color, but amounts in greater percentage than 14% of the entire alloyed mass will change the color to red and make the alloy brittle. The reason for using zinc in gold alloys is to absorb the oxygen to prevent silver and copper oxides in the mix.

Sterling silver

The standard alloy of sterling silver is composed of .925 parts pure silver and .725 parts pure copper. Mexican silver is alloyed with .950 parts silver and the remainder in copper. Prior to 1965, United States coin silver was .900 parts silver and the balance copper. Both types of silver are subject to oxidation when heated; however, in normal atmospheric conditions, the silver alloy reacts much sooner than the pure metal. The normal oxide occurring on the metal when heated is a sulfide film produced by the torch. Silver alloys also produce oxides, cupric and cuprous, formed by the presence of copper in the alloy. Tarnish on silver is produced by sulfuric oxides in the atmosphere and by certain foods or body salts..

SILVER

Silver: Used in photography, jewelry, in electronics because of its very high conductivity, as currency - generally in some form of an alloy, in lining vats and other equipment for chemical reaction vessels, water distillation, etc., catalyst in manufacture of ethylene, mirrors, electric conductors, batteries, silver plating, table cutlery, dental, medical, and scientific equipment, electrical contacts, bearing metal, magnet windings, brazing alloys, solder. Silver is mined in approximately 56 countries. Nevada produces over one-third of the U.S. silver. Largest silver reserves are found in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Peru, and China.

Two-Tone Stainless Steel Charm Bracelet

A modern charm bracelet that is both attractive and unique. This two-tone stainless steel and gold women's bracelet is a sleek and versatile accessory that can be worn at any time and features a secure clasp.

Sterling Silver Necklace with Crystals and Fancy Silver Laser Cut Beads

Jazzy and festive, this sterling silver necklace will add subtle color and interest to any neutral outfit. Colorful crystals silver laser cut fancy beads add movement and style. A Lovely everyday look.

Mens 1/10 ct. Ring Titanium

Impressive 1/10 ctw men's diamond ring is masculine and appealing in titanium. One brilliant round-cut diamond is tension-set on the contoured band in brushed and polished titanium. Attractive titanium metal is lightweight and hypoallergenic. oured band in brushed and polished titanium. Attractive titanium metal is lightweight and hypoallergenic.