A Guide to Choosing the Perfect Men’s Watch

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Men's Watch for Every Occasion Listen to the Audio “The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Men's Watch for Every Occasion” In a world where time is of the essence, finding the perfect men's watch that effortlessly combines style, functionality, and versatility can be a daunting task. Whether you're heading to a business meeting, a casual brunch with friends, or a black-tie event, your choice of wristwear can make a powerful statement about your personality and taste. That's why we've created The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Men's Watch for Every Occasion.…

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Birthstones and their Meanings

Birthstones and Their Meanings There are a lot of legends and lore surrounding the practice of wearing birthstones.  Many people believe that the idea of wearing birthstones started out as a marketing ploy by companies selling jewellery, but the reason behind the practice is much, much deeper than that.  The practice of wearing birthstones has deep roots in religion and astrology. The Myths Behind the Birthstones Practice One of the earliest stories connected to the practice of wearing birthstones comes from the Christian Bible.  In the book of Exodus, the Breastplate of Aaron is described to have been mounted with…

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Classic Simplicity Sterling Silver Jewellery

Classic Simplicity Sterling Silver Jewellery Sterling silver jewellery is synonymous with class and style in the world of fashion. Its versatility and flexibility make it a welcome and useful addition to any person’s wardrobe. Sterling silver jewellery epitomizes classic simplicity in itself, but as the setting for gemstones or combined with other precious metals, the aesthetic value it lends to the wearer is inestimable. Sterling Silver Jewellery Pure silver by itself is too soft and would not be practical for jewellery and other ornamental objects. Sterling silver is made when another metal, such as copper, is added to the silver…

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Sterling Silver Jewellery Basics

Sterling Silver Jewellery Basics Sterling silver jewellery is gradually coming back into fashion, as many jewellery-savvy shoppers know. This affordable jewellery is making a comeback at the expense of the more traditional gold jewellery. If you are not familiar with sterling silver jewellery you should know that it has been around for a long time, the main problem is that sterling silver is not as robust as gold and does not survive time as well as gold. Sterling silver jewellery is for the “now” and it is certainly making its appearance well noticed by all. Is Sterling Silver Expensive Modern…

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Simply Stainless Steel

Simply Stainless Steel In a jewellery market dominated by precious metals, the place of stainless steel is often overlooked. But it is often the small, independent jewellers who take the base metals and realise their full potential. The Jewellery Queen is one such business, located in Melbourne Victoria. The Jewellery Queen is a contemporary gold, silver and stainless steel online boutique. Jeanette conceived The Jewellery Queen in 2007 and started retailing in Wonthaggi, Victoria and moved to an online shop in 2016. The business began by selling the Pepper range, a small range of fashion stainless steel jewellery designed by…

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Difference between Freshwater and Saltwater Pearls

Difference between Freshwater and Saltwater Pearls by Neil Swainston Pearls are produced in both freshwater and saltwater, but the difference between freshwater and saltwater pearls is astounding.  Usually, the saltwater variety of pearls is of better quality and is also more expensive than pearls found in freshwater; however, the choice between freshwater and saltwater pearls is completely personal. For starters, pearls are made from shellfish.  When an irritant, such as a piece of sand, invades the delicate lining of the creature, it secretes a smooth substance to coat the irritant, thus creating a pearl.  Saltwater and freshwater pearls are both…

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