Sunday, July 5, 2009

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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.

Friday, July 3, 2009

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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



Superfine reproductions of Indian manufacturer of ethnic gold jewelry, traditional gold jewelry, antique gold jewelry, creative gold jewelry, classic gold jewelry from New Delhi, India. Preview Indian gold arts, gold necklace, gold bracelets and more from renowned goldsmiths India .


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.











Thursday, July 2, 2009

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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.