The Story of Gold Jewellery

From the past, we have learned that rich families usually possess a considerable quantity of gold rings, bracelets, and coins; it is a symbol for family wealth and social status. If you happen to fit in this category, you must have a personal treasure passed down the line from your ancestors, and increased by the gifts of husband, children and business associates.

Middle class families also inherit pieces of jewelry from their mothers or grandmothers. Women usually take care of those generation-passed-down jewelries very seriously because they often are precious and have significant meaning. Those rings and bracelet are meant to be kept from generation to generation.

Gold Marriage really existed. Before the 21 century it used to be very common for married couples to stay together all their lives. Divorce was rare and considered a mishap. People had pride in committing to each other for life. To celebrate this union, people would even publicly remarry when they reach the 50th anniversary. The attendants to the gold wedding shower ceremony would bring gold gifts to the couples. The couple would also exchange their gift for each other, such as new wedding rings or a gold bracelet, necklace or chain, sometimes engraving the date of the event or their spouse's endearing name in it. This was not only a token of respect and appreciation for 50 years of love and friendship, but also an investment to be passed on to their descendants. Sadly, nowadays 50th wedding anniversary doesn't exist as much now.

In any case, gold jewelries are great! Why not buy yourself a present? With modern design and precise crafting skill, gold jewelries nowadays are very stylish and fashionable. Gold bracelet can be a smart pick and you deserve that piece of fine jewel!

Wooden Earrings - Jewellery Design

Natural and rustic looking wooden earrings have been in vogue for a long time now. These ear rings are especially handcrafted to perfection and sold in countries including the USA, the UK, and Canada. These jewellery pieces are quite appealing and made in countries including India, Indonesia etc.

Stone Earrings - Jewellery Design

Stone studded ear rings are very fashionable and chic. These earrings are designed for women of different age groups. A variety of semi precious stones are used for creating scintillating designs. Stones of different shapes, colors and sizes are finely polished for creating unique jewellery pieces. India is famous for manufacturing and exporting stone earrings to many countries in the Western Hemisphere.

Crystal Earrings - Jewellery Design

Crystal ear rings are the most sold and sought after by customers all over the world. Synthetic crystals are often used in combination with other materials and beads, stones to create eye catching ear rings, hoops etc. These ear rings resemble fine jewellery ear rings but are much cheapest, hence the rising demand for such ear rings.

Plastic Earrings - Jewellery Design

Plastic earrings are available in a wide and stunning range. These earrings are sold on a large scale in various countries across the globe. Molded plastic is often used for making exquisite designs of earrings for youngsters and old women. These earrings are generally worn for casual occasions and daily wear. China is one of the largest exporters of plastic earrings.

Terracotta Earrings - Jewellery Design

Attractively carved terracotta earrings are available in traditional designs and bright colors. Ethnically designed danglers, hoops, studs are made and are hand painted for giving a distinctive look. These traditionally designed costume earrings are a rage in the international markets like USA, UK, Canada etc.

Leather Earrings - Jewellery Design

These ear rings are made from different types of skin friendly and soft leather. The earrings are often styled as hoops, danglers, studs, rings etc. The earrings are studded with stones and beads for creating dazzling designs. Hand painted leather ear rings are often in popular demand. Manufacturers are coming out with innovative designing for making long lasting jewellery pieces.

Shells Earrings - Jewellery Design

Shell earrings are the latest fad to have hit the fashion conscious youth. These earrings are usually hand crafted and manufactured using different shapes shell and exclusive colors. These are often teamed with colorful beads for an exclusive look. Indonesia is one of the major manufacturers of shell based costume earrings.

London Jewellery Week

Coutts, the prestigous bank, is offering a unique opportunity to 20 up-and-coming jewellers with the introduction of the Coutts New Jewellers Awards, organised by the City Fringe Partnership. Created to support new talent in jewellery design and craft – industries that are particularly vulnerable in the current economic climate. Winners will be able to draw on the bank's wealth of expertise by taking part in the Coutts Business Development Forum, receiving advice on how to remain resilient during these testing times.

Winners will be shown how to sustain and grow their business, through inspiring lectures by industry experts across a broad range of fields including brand development, business planning, funding, marketing and PR. All specialists in their chosen fields, speakers will be drawn from both within and outside the jewellery industry to ensure that the winners receive relevant tips on how to maximise their presence in the marketplace. A lunch will also be hosted by leading jeweller Stephen Webster.

Open to any business that is less than 4 years old and based in London, the Coutts New Jewellers Awards will also provide winners with complimentary bronze level participation in Coutts London Jewellery Week, which runs from the 8-14 June 2009. This will provide an online presence on the event's website, a listing in the Guide circulated throughout the capital and benefit from international media promotion thereby significantly raising their profile.

Entries will be judged according to the creativity of their planned event for Coutts London Jewellery Week, the company's current profile and its portfolio of design. All applications for the Coutts New Jewellers Awards must be received by Friday 9th January 2009, with the panel announcing winners by Friday 16th January.

Announcing the launch of the Coutts New Jewellers Awards, Sarah Deaves, Chief Executive Coutts & Co., commented that, "We have extensive experience of working with some of the UK's leading entrepreneurs and are delighted to pass on this knowledge to help support the next generation of entrepreneurs in the jewellery industry. With this in mind, we are pleased to introduce the Coutts Business Development Forum which will be held in March."

Sarah Purvis, Deputy Director of the City Fringe Partnership, added: "We are delighted to be able to offer support to new jewellers to the industry and thank Coutts & Co for their tremendous insight into the needs of small businesses during this challenging economic time. With much planned for the Week, it promises to be a tremendously exciting time for London's jewellery industry".