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— Winston Churchill

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Good News on a limited jewelry budget

The good news is that you can find lovely items on even a limited budget that you will cherish, enjoy and that will serve as good investment pieces even if you are being very cost conscious.

Let Your Jewelry Lift Your Spirits

We all have those days when we feel subpar, less than perky, and not satisfied with our lives. We tend to judge our appearance a bit harshly and need something to lift our spirits. Here is where fine jewelry can help alleviate those negative feelings by not only improving your outward appearance but by bolstering your confidence. When you feel good about yourself, your outlook changes and your performance will improve.

Fine Jewelry Can Improve Your Look

Everyone wants a look that is flattering and appropriate but not everyone realizes that it's those little touches, such as your jewelry accessories that are the key to achieving the best looks. For example, if you are wearing a business suit, turning that look into one that gets second looks can easily be accomplished by selecting a complimentary bracelet or by wearing a stunning necklace which glamorizes a plain neckline. The classic black dress that's worn for daytime takes on new dimensions once it receives some help from those seductive earrings and a dynamic bracelet making it ready for any evening affair or romantic date. You jewelry can and will be an important accessory which can showoff your personal style and allow your outfits to make a personal statement.

Fine Jewelry Outlasts Most Other Items

When you treat yourself to a piece of fine jewelry, you are acquiring an item that will not be a temporary indulgence. Jewelry, unlike items like gourmet foods or fad clothing or even a night on the town, is durable and lasting so you will always have something to show for what you spent. By taking proper care of your jewelry, you can assure that your treasures will always be a part of your life. Gold and sterling silver jewelry is durable and designed to last many years so a bill for a piece of jewelry is money spent on a treasure that will provide many years of enjoyment.

The Value of Fine Jewelry Often Increases

Instead of purchasing an item where the value is definitely going to decrease once it is used, purchasing a fine jewelry item often does the opposite. Usually fine jewelry pieces will not just hold their value but increase in value as the years pass. While not all pieces will zoom in value, many will show increases and can be liquidated if circumstances should arise that require quick cash.

You're Worth It!

We all deserve those special pleasures and rewards in life. While it's natural to want to be good to others, being good to ourselves is just as necessary. You should remember that you rate in your book too and that you merit special pleasures for yourself. Go ahead and feel comfortable about purchasing a jewelry indulgence that is beautiful but also worthwhile.

Chris Jensen is a contributing author of Jetfly Blog. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Chris_L._Jensen

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Nicole Barr Enamel Jewelry Information

Barr's jewelry is the art of enameling. Her process is a true vitreous enamel used in each jewelry piece which creates a beautiful fusion of fired glass with sterling silver, resulting in a lustrous color that will never change.  This technique was made famous in the 1900's by jewelers like Lalique, Farerge and Tiffany. Each jewelry piece has been hand crafted at every step - from the casting of the sterling silver, to the hand applied and fired enamels to the setting of the fine gemstones.

Barr's enameling Techniques:

Basse Taille - in this technique a pattern is created in the sterling silver before enameling, so that when the enamel is laid over it the pattern shines through the transparent glass. It adds texture and life to the design.

Champleve - A French word for raised field - The artist removes the silver by cutting, hammering or stamping in order to crate a depression which will than receive the melted glass, as the enamel is laid in the recessed areas of the silver and built up until i reaches the same height as the remaining silver.

Plique a Jour -  Each beautiful, delicate jewelry piece is translucent and suspended between silver wires without a backing, creating the effect of a stained glass window. Fine gemstones complement the enamel finish.

Nicole Barr's designs are a true example of unique fine quality  crafted jewelry and we are proud to have her jewelry designs in our collection.

Black Hills Gold Jewelry

What is Black Hills Gold jewelry:

Many customers might believe the the name Black Hills Gold jewelry denotes a certain type of mined gold, it actually refers to the design of the  jewelry and is made of sterling silver and usually 10k gold. Black Hills Gold features grape leaves, grape clusters and grape vines in a tri-color motif of green, rose and yellow gold. The distinctive green and rose golds are created by adding silver and copper alloys, respectively, to yellow gold.  By federal mandate, this style of jewelry must be manufactured in the Black Hills of South Dakota in order to carry the name Black Hills Gold Jewelry.

According to legend, a French goldsmith named Henri LeBeau became lost during the gold rush days of the middle 1870"s in the Black Hills of South Dakota and fell asleep believing he was dying of thirst and starvation. During a dream, he saw a mountain stream with grape vines growing on its banks.  Upon awakening, he walked over a rise and found the stream and grape vines just as he had in his dream.  Out of gratitude, dedicated his life and talents to creating jewelry in the shapes of grape clusters and leaves fashioned in rose, green and yellow gold.  Today, a series of 40 different steps are necessary to capture the same dramatic detail in traditional and contemporary Black Hills Gold designs found in our collection. at www.jewelrybyabj.com .

Black Hills Gold  of today starts out built from legend, however, the continued popularity  has inspired creative innovation.  In addition to traditional designs, contemporary  collections have been created for the styles of today.  Black Hills Gold Jewelry manufactured in sterling silver, gold with gemstones,opal, onyx, diamonds,etc.  Rings, watches, necklaces / pendants, bracelets, earrings, lockets and more. This jewelry "Black Hills Gold" denotes a certain type of mined gold, which actually refers to the design, it features grape leaves, grape clusters and grape vines in a tri-color motif of green, rose and yellow gold. The destinctive green and rose golds are created by adding silver and copper alloys, respectively, to yellow gold. By Federal mandate, this style of jewelry must be manufactured in the Black Hills of South Dakota.

When considering your jewelry requirements Black Hills Gold just might be jewelry to be explored.  It has many treasured pieces  within its collection and truly is fine quality crafted jewelry.

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