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- Turquoise ~ The Lore
Turquoise is a beautifully greenish colored stone, which is a hydrous copper aluminum sulfate. The stone itself can be shades of blue, bluish green and deep green colors. You can find various shades of green Turquoise here. The stone that is more blue in color contains more copper and when the stone is greener in color is contains more aluminum.
- Moonstone ~ The Lore
Moonstone has a very shimmering appearance with a reflective soft glow that seems to come from the innermost portions of the stone.
- Labradorite ~ The Lore
- Opal ~ The Lore
The lore of opal is that this stone will make you invisible.
- Carnelian ~ The Lore
Carnelian will show you how and where to find love in your life.
- Amber ~ The Lore
Amber lore tells us that the wearer of this stone will have a pure body where their digestive and the endocrine (your thyroids) are going to work properly and better when wearer jewelry created of Amber.
- Tourmaline ~ The Lore
Tourmaline stone lore is that they are able to generate electrical charges or currents. Because of the ability to attract electrical currents, lore has it that Tourmaline will help those that wear it to attract love.
- Amethyst ~ The Lore
The lore of amethyst says that soldiers wore this stone to give them courage and a more certain victory during battle.
- Aquamarine ~ The Lore
Aquamarine gem lore is that when wearing this stone, you will find joy and peace in your life. The lore of Aquamarine gems is that they are going to promote happiness in your lifetime.
- Coral ~ The Lore
The lore of coral varies with the color of the stone. Red and orange coral gems are known to stimulate your energy and to make your body feel warmer from the inside out.
- Mother of Pearl ~ The Lore
Mother of Pearl helps you focus and pay attention. At one time it was thought that those who actually swallowed a pearl would live to be immortal.
- Citrine ~ The Lore
The lore of citrine is that it is used for enhancing mental clarity.
- Malachite ~ The Lore
Malachite lore says that it relieves physical pains such as asthma, joint pains, cancer and tumor pain, healing broken bones and aiding the speedy recovery of torn muscles.
- Agate ~ The Lore
The lore uses of Agate is for promoting a healthy body through healing of the mind and spirit. Another lore, of the Agate gem, is that it will keep the special person wearing it safe from all types of harm.
- Garnet ~ The Lore
The deep red colors of the Garnet brings with it, the lore of the ability to give confidence and decision making abilities to those who are otherwise unable to be self confident or who have problems making decisions.
- Jasper ~ The Lore
The lore of the jasper stone teaches that that the lightest colors are best used for healing of the body and the mind alike. The lore of the green stone is that it will promote healing of the lungs, and the heart.
- Lapis Lazuli ~ The Lore
Lapis Lazuli opens up the inner spirits.
- Onyx ~ The Lore
The lore of the Onyx is quite powerful and the colors of Onyx are dominant in their own sense. The black Onyx gemstone is a source of chakra, for your spiritual being grounded you so that you have a higher sense of who you are, and where you want to be in life.
- Peridot ~ The Lore
Lore of Peridot provides you with protection from nightmares, disillusions, and evil spirits. Peridot will ease feelings of anger, depression, fear or jealousy so that you can lead a more happy and joyful life.
- Crystal ~ The Lore
Lore of the crystal is the healing and energy powers that the Crystal has within it. Crystals are used for healing and as a cleansing for the mind, the spirit and for the physical body. The Crystal is often used to give you higher energy levels, to draw others to your energy and to help you use your energy both mentally and physically in a manner most appropriate.
- Rose Quartz ~ The Lore
The lore of Rose Quartz is the healing power that the quartz releases to the wearer of this gem. Rose quartz is often used as a birthstone for the month of January but is not listed as an official calendar birthstone as such. This stone is a suggested gift for the second wedding anniversary because of the strong love and peaceful powers that this Rose Quartz represents.
- A Friendly Reminder
Friendly Valentine's Day Reminder
- What She Means to You
You two have been through a lot.
- Your Love is Unique
Your Love is Unique
- Are You Lucky in Love?
Love is a funny thing, don't you agree? Some are lucky and experience great love in this life.
- What Women Want
Figuring out what women want is no easy task, and if often seems as if you can't win for losing.
- Something of Beauty
We all need something of Beauty in our stress-filled lives
- Love is Blind
Love is Blind, but shopping at JeGem.com is pefectly clear
- Does Your Man Forget to Be Romantic?
Sometimes husbands can forget romance.
- Gift-giving that's spontaneous!
Be spontaneous in your gift giving. Check out the Daily Specials at Jegem.com.
- This Valentine's Day, Don't Forget the Other Women in Your Life
Besides your special someone, there are so many to remember on Valentine's Day.
- To Love and Be Loved
There is only one happiness in life, to love and be loved.
- You Mean the World
To the world you may be one person, but to one person, you may be the world.
- Enough Love in Your Life
We can never have enough love in our lives.
- Do You Believe in Love at First Sight?
Do you believe in love at first sight?
- Lasting Gifts of Love
Want to Give a Gift that Lasts?
- This Valentine's Day -- Think Purple!
There are other gemstone colors that are perfectly acceptable to give as Valentine's Day gifts besides the traditional red.
- Ways to Celebrate this Valentine's Day
Creative gift giving ideas
- Stay Warm, Stay Bright this Winter
Looks like we're in for a long winter this year.
- Acts of Kindness
What we will remember most about life is the acts of kindness and love we showed to others.
- Change is Good
We've made a lot of changes at JEGEM.com
- See What's New At JEGEM.com
More to love at JEGEM.com
- Jewelry -- It's What We Do
Unlike some of the larger chains and TV order stores, JEGEM concentrates on one product only -- and it shows.
- What Customers Are Saying
Customers have a lot to say about the jewelry at JEGEM.com
- Big, Bold, and Colorful -- Jewelry Trends to Watch For
There are just a few consistent themes in jewelry trends this year.
- Treat Yourself to Color!
Everywhere you look, the earth is minus its usual stunning colors. Bring some color into your life with jewelry from JEGEM.com
- Happy Customers at JEGEM.com
Customer comments keep rolling in. Our comments are live and unedited.
- Longer Earrings all the Rage
With the Grammy Awards coming up, you're sure to see lots of this jewelry trend.
- Spring has Sprung at JEGEM.com
Spring is here at JEGEM.com. We've added and added to our collection here, offering you a well-rounded selection of gemstones to lighten up your spring wardrobe.
- Reward Yourself After a Long Winter
You've almost made it through another winter, reward yourself!
- Clean out Your Jewelry Box for Spring
It's time for spring cleaning, not only of your household, but your jewlery box as well.
- Turquoise and Coral: A Dynamic Duo
Turquoise and coral paired are one of this season's hottest trends
- A Delicious Spring Cocktail
The large chuncky cocktail ring is in for spring.
- Cuff Bracelets Let You Get your Gems On
Cuff Bracelets are one more way to add more gempower to your ensemble
- Gemstones that Inspire
Spring brings light and hope to life
- Make her dreams come true this holiday with a “Wow!” jewelry piece
Let her know how much you love her this Christmas by giving her an incredible piece of jewelry – something she’s admired for years but never bought. We’re talking extremely rare, big or dazzling gemstones! Whatever route you choose to go, you can bet that she’ll gasp when she opens the box.
- Quartz: A Stunning Choice for Winter
Quartz may be one of the most common elements found on the planet, but it is very rare to find top quality quartz nowadays. Here at JeGem.com, we guarantee that our quartz stones are only of the best quality – the perfect companion for the cold season!
- Wear JeGem Pearls to Any Holiday Affair
Pearls have always been popular. They dress up casual ensembles and are perfect for formal events. With a classic look that never goes out of style, you can wear pearls anywhere and anytime this holiday season!
- JeGem’s Red Jewelry Inspires Confidence
No matter where you are or what you are doing, red jewelry is sure to boost your confidence this holiday season. Red’s lively color presents an image of energy, ambition, strength and love; it is also the color of Christmas! Here at JeGem.com, we have a variety of glamorous red styles for you to peruse.
- Wear JeGem’s Outstanding Purple Stones
Purple is the color of creativity making JeGem's handcrafted purple jewelry the perfect choice to add to your jewelry collection. For a nice change of pace from the world-famous amethyst, try JeGem's incredibly rare, outstanding stones instead and wear the most stunning designs in winter's hottest color.
- Unique Turquoise Jewelry is a Great Gift to Give
Turquoise is known as a respected gemstone - as timeless as diamonds. It never loses its charm and is as much in demand today as it was decades ago. Everyone loves the striking color of turquoise, making it the perfect gift to give this season. JeGem's uniquely inspired pieces are one-of-a-kind and highly coveted at the same time keeping up with growing fashion trends.
- Christmas Gifts That Will Never Go Out of Style
Are you having difficulties choosing a fashionable piece for a loved one this Christmas? Well, worry no more! JeGem.com has pinpointed jewelry pieces that never cease to dominate in popular fashion... pieces a woman can never have enough of... pieces with which you cannot go wrong!
- This Christmas, give him a unique piece of jewelry he’s sure to love!
Jewelry for men is not a passing trend. In fact, jewelry designers are devoting more time in making men's jewelry nowadays... and JeGem is no exception! We have even created a collection of one-of-a-kind handcrafted jewelry that is perfect for virtually any man - just in time for Christmas Day!
- Give designer gold opal jewelry this Christmas
Gold opal jewelry is a great gift to give this Christmas! Not only do women see this mysterious, fiery gem as a collector's item; but with crystal opals, black boulder opals, and white opals set in various shades of gold, you can add more intense color and unusual combinations to someone's jewelry box this season.
- Welcome JeGem's Stunning New Gemstones!
JeGem.com brings you a wide variety of jewelry designs made from some of the rarest and most stunning gemstones found anywhere! And since our jewelry is never mass produced, you can always count on new pieces periodically emerging on our website... like right now! Welcome five new gemstones that have recently made it into our ever-growing world of jewelry and be the first to own a piece today!
- Calm down after the hectic holidays with JeGem’s Blue Jewelry
A dominant color of nature, soothing blue presents an image of tranquility, peace, and comfort. No matter what gender, blue gemstone jewelry is well-loved by practically everyone; and here at JeGem.com, we have a wide variety of confident blue styles that are sure to appeal to any type of person at any time of the year!
- JeGem's Pearls: The Perfect Valentine’s Gift
Valentine's Day is coming up: the most romantic holiday of the year and your chance to express your love. While some take their loved one out to dinner or give them flowers and chocolates, the best gift is still the kind that lasts. Choose to give one-of-a-kind pearl jewelry this year - only by JeGem.com! It will make your sweet gesture all the more special.
- JeGem’s Floral Gift Guide for Valentine’s Day
Every woman loves receiving flowers. This Valentine’s Day, you can give her flowers that last an eternity with JeGem’s gorgeous floral jewelry! With this floral gift guide, we will help you get that gasp of surprise when she opens your gift on February 14.
- Rose Quartz: The Gemstone of Love
Rose quartz has long been known to inspire love in all its forms, from self-respect and compassion to platonic and romantic love. Recognized as 'The Love Stone', rose quartz can help those who are looking for true love, those mending troubled relationships and those improving their love life - an uplifting choice for anyone this February 14!
- Fool-Proof Valentine Ideas from JeGem.com!
Do you know how "Valentine's Day" originated? In 3rd century Rome, marriage was outlawed for young soldiers. A true romantic, Saint Valentine continued to perform secret marriage for young lovers until he was discovered and put to death. In honor of this sacrifice, Valentine's Day was created and is now celebrated every February 14 where people express their love with special gifts. Express your love with gifts that will last forever - only with JeGem.com!
- Magnificent Amethyst: A Stunning Treat
Jewelry can be given and worn any time of the year. So, although Valentine’s Day has just ended, you can still give a gift or treat yourself to stunning pieces – like JeGem’s dazzling amethyst jewelry – today!
- Bloom this Spring with JeGem Flower Jewelry
Spring is about to begin! Why not select some stunning floral jewelry from JeGem.com to create a unique bouquet in your jewelry box today? Flower-themed jewelry brings elegance and feminine touch to any ensemble, making it a hot fashion statement for Spring 2009, and our huge selection of gorgeous blossoms are sure to help you stand out this season!
- Blue Jewelry: A Great Color for Spring
Anything blue is in all throughout spring 2009. Bright turquoise bracelets, stunning sapphire rings, and beaded necklaces are top choices, but any piece that bears the color blue is on the list for its incredible versatility.
- Coral Jewelry: The Perfect Spring Accessory
Coral jewelry is a gorgeous accessory to wear with any spring styles. Although most famous for its striking red color, coral may also come in the form of blue sponge coral and golden fossil coral, which will go perfectly with this year's spring colors, as well.
- Spring’s Aquamarine: the Stone of Luck
Whether or not you celebrate your birthday this month, March’s birthstone – the soothing aquamarine – is a stone you are sure to treasure. Considered as the stone of luck, aquamarine pendants were once given to sailors by their lovers to keep them safe at sea. Aquamarine is also known to bring peace to its wearer by relieving stress and insomnia.
- Find Ideal Jewelry Gifts for Mom at JeGem.com
Mother's Day is a special day for everyone! We use this day to honor our mothers all over the world. Most countries including US, Australia and Canada celebrate Mother's Day on the second Sunday of May (May 10, 09) but for UK and Ireland is on fourth Sunday of Lent which is on this coming Mar 22, 2009.
- Must-Haves for Spring: Iridescent Abalone Jewelry
Abalone is a gem cut from Paua oysters in New Zealand and is oftentimes called the Opal of the Sea. Because of abalone's beautiful rainbow of colors, abalone jewelry is the perfect accessory for this spring 2009’s versatile fashion styles.
- Healing Power Jewelry: Improve Your Wealth!
With today's unstable economy, gemstones may come in handy with the certain vibrations that they possess to bring about certain things in life, such as wealth, prosperity and career success for the years ahead. With the following JeGem healing power jewelry, you can achieve success in all three of these aspects very soon.
- Why Choose JeGem True Artisan Jewelry?
As you know, every piece of JeGem jewelry is one-of-a-kind and completely handcrafted by our gifted artisans and designers who use silverwork and gem-cutting techniques that have been handed down for generations to create true artisan jewelry pieces.
- Find the Beauty of Rainbows in Artisan Jewelry
Rainbows are phenomenons of spectrums in the sky that usually form after the rain. But did you know that several gemstones can actually recreate the colors of rainbows? Vibrant color is especially fashionable this year, making JeGem's unique rainbow jewelry the ideal companion, at the best prices possible.
- Enjoy JeGem's Spring and Summer 2009 Jewelry
The weather is significantly warmer, the plants have sprung forth, and colors have come to life everywhere. We have officially reached the warmer seasons and JeGem has a wide array of top quality spring and summer jewelry that is sure to put you in the right mood for the sunnier weather.
- JeGem's Unique Pearl Masterpieces are Must-Haves for Mom!
Pearls are suitable for any ensemble and any age, and are sure to be treasured forever, making them the perfect choice to give this Mother’s Day 2009. But how about taking the concept of classic pearls a step further? JeGem offers a wide range of handcrafted one-of-a-kind pearl jewelry designs that you won’t find anywhere else – perfect for mom!
- Message to Mom: Treat yourself to amazing artisan masterpiece jewelry
Every mother should reward herself with a job well done on her special day. Although you probably will receive some lovely gifts from your family, make sure you get exactly what you want -- a piece of gorgeous artisan jewelry from JEGEM.com!
- Give the graduate a unique handcrafted jewelry
Graduation is a rite of passage, and marking it with a gorgeous piece of jewelry that she’ll wear with pride is a great way to show how proud you are of her accomplishments.
- Cool moonstone is perfect for Summer
Moonstone is one of the most captivating gemstones. Not only does a high-quality gem feature incredible fire, it also sports a cool iridescence that makes it one stunning paradox!
- A gift to the most wonderful man in the world on Father’s Day
Father’s day is intended to honor all the fathers for their great role in the family and society. It is a good avenue for the children to express gratitude and love to their fathers. For the wives, it is a chance to let their husbands feel how important they are to their lives.
- Red Jewelry: A Woman’s Self Expression
Myriads of things speak of something. For a woman like you, a thing as precious as jewelry, can be the best expression of your identity. Surprisingly, it can reveal your strengths, passions, desires, feelings and character amongst others.
It is undeniable that red jewelry best express your exceptional nature. It shows your indefatigable strength over a man which originates from the profound love in your heart.
- What’s So Special about Quartz Jewelry?
Branded as the most common compound that can easily be found almost anywhere, quartz can be less valued compared to other gemstones. On the contrary, its wide availability gives way to its many uses both in industrial and commercial field. But, what is really something special about quartz?
- Everlasting Beauty of Amethyst Jewelry
A gemstone as awe-inspiring as amethyst is always sought after. Even famous figures both secular and ecclesiastical in history were overwhelmed with admiration to this treasured gem. In fact, Catherine the Great sent thousands of miners to the Ural Mountains of Russia to search for this valuable stone.
Amethyst is one of the oldest stone used in the Crown Jewels of England and one of the twelve Stones of the High Priest. It was used to adorn the white marble of the legendary Taj Mahal. Amethyst beads were also found in the tomb of King Tutankhamen in 1333 B.C. and an amethyst signet ring was worn by Cleopatra in 51-30 B.C.
Now, you don’t have to be Catherine the Great with numerous miners to own a piece of amethyst jewelry. JeGem made its way to find this prized stone and intricately handcraft this to make stunning amethyst jewelry.
- Unsurpassed Glamour of Ruby Jewelry
It is believed that ruby is the world’s most valued gemstone and the king of precious stones. It is a gem of desire, passion, courage and emotion. Its luminescence, rarity and beauty made ruby rule in the world of gemstones.
Ruby’s value is undoubtedly enormous that no other stone has been featured in poetry and romance than ruby. Two famous icons in history mentioned ruby which for them is the most valuable thing that exists.
At JeGem, you can find a wide array of authentic ruby jewelry with a very high quality. Each piece is carefully handcrafted and reflects excellent workmanship of our master artisans.
- Opal: Gemstone of Surprises
Opal was called “Cupid Paederos” among Romans which means a child as beautiful as love. History has it that they wore opal as a symbol of hope, purity and love. It was believed that opal cures sickness and diseases such as blood disorders, depression, neural disorders and imbalance. Its psychological benefit is it can increase self confidence.
Opal with its play of colors or other stunning hue fascinated people is such a special way that no other gemstones can. Even the British Royal Court regarded as the model of fashion around the world loved opals. From Queen Victoria who gave opal gifts to Queen Elizabeth I and other English nobility who wore parures of opal, indeed opal is the “Queen of Gemstones”.
- Turquoise and Lapis Lazuli: Stones of Friendship
The earth with its lush vegetation and deep calm sea is symbolized by two colors- blue and green. This symbolic life giving nature of mother earth can be found in the vibrant deep blue of our lapis or the sky blue and green colors of our turquoise jewelry.
- Boost Wellness with Healing Crystal Jewelry
Since time immemorial, healing crystals fascinated man with its clear and stunning brilliance which is why it was sometimes used as imitations for diamonds. Healing crystals or rock crystals is the clear variety of quartz gemstone. It was used to symbolize perfection, patience, infinity and purity.
- Incredible Value of Peridot Jewelry
As early as the 2nd millennium B.C., peridot gemstone has caught the hearts of ancient Egyptians. In fact, jewelry historians believed that most of the green jewelry worn by Egyptian Queen Cleopatra were actually peridot. Romans also love to wear peridot jewelry specifically peridot rings. They even call this gem “Emerald of the Evening” because its radiance doesn’t change even in artificial light.
- Amazing Wonders of Blue Topaz Jewelry
During the middle ages, blue topaz jewelry were highly prized. In fact, many revered blue topaz due to its fantastic hue. However, this shade of topaz is hard to find in nature. Hence, an electron beam enhancement or radiation was employed to create stunning blue topaz in different shades such as London blue topaz and Swiss blue topaz.
- The Unknown Magic of Smoky Quartz
Smoky quartz was sacred to the Druids, a group of people revered as gurus by ancient people and were believed to influence the culture and society of the world. Due to its charming hue, it is associated with Hecate, the moon goddess with three-fold kingdoms, the earth, sea and sky.
- Intriguing History of Garnet Gemstone
Do you know of a gem so beautiful that it fits to every fashion trend? This ancient gem has been worn and cherished for thousands of years. It is no other than the legendary garnet that existed in 3000 B.C., evidenced by garnet jewelry found in Nile Delta.
- Irresistible Gemstones of Tranquility
Colors don’t just paint wondrous hue into our surroundings for us to appreciate. Symbolically, colors help us express our personality and bring psychological healing called chromatherapy. For a very stressful fast-paced lifestyle, blue is the perfect color to emanate calmness and tranquility.
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Colors and its psychological features have been part of man’s existence. Purple is one of the colors that epitomize one’s nature. In olden times, purple garments are only used by kings. Egyptian Queen Cleopatra loved purple that she let her servants soak 20,000 Purpura snails for 10 days just to obtain an ounce of Tyrian purple dye. Leonardo da Vinci believed that under a purple light the power of meditation increases 10 times.
Regarded as sumptuous color, purple signifies royalty, power, and wisdom of a person while dark purple implies wealth. It aids in promoting better concentration and helps relieve headache, depression and appetite loose. It also fosters love, harmony of emotions as well as physical wellbeing. Bluish purple calms emotions and exude serene mood. For artists, purple augments creative ideas and inspiration.
Wearing purple jewelry is the best way to let the psychological and healing properties of purple color manifest into your being. Wearing it close to the pulse points such as rings and bracelets for radial point, pendants or necklaces for carotid point and earrings for maxillary point will best allow your body to benefit from its therapeutic elements.
At JeGem, we have a lot of purple jewelry from the magnificent marble-like color of our Russian charoite jewelry to the stunning brilliance of amethyst jewelry only for you. Each piece is extra special as our master artisans devoted so much of their craftsmanship to painstakingly create pieces that are unique on its own whether with simple or intricate design.
Aside from its beneficial factors, purple jewelry also convey an individual’s personality. Purple gem with gold jewelry signify wealth and high status of the wearer. Yellowish to pinkish purple jewelry exudes a feminine and carefree nature. You can also express your love through our journey pendant which best reminds your loved one of your enormous love for them.
JeGem’s purple jewelry are not only the perfect choice when you want to take advantage of the therapeutic attributes of purple color. Our purple jewelry are of the best quality and craftsmanship. Each piece are given special delicate touches of our master artisans making it exquisitely one-of-a-kind. Indulge yourself to true healing masterpieces now!
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