Cristina on May 29th, 2009

Turquoises may not be as precious as diamonds, but they surely are loved by the ones who wear them. For all of us sea lovers, turquoise is just the perfect combination between green and blue and something more… Abella Galleries is just the place to have them all. The Founder and Creative Director Elizabeth Rowland [...]

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Cristina on May 25th, 2009

This week’s jewelry of the week is inspired by an older post, about McTeigue & McClelland designer jewelry. I must admit that it might take a while to having one of my own, but I cannot stop to dream of such splendors. They are absolutely amazing, take this for example: the Flora Lapis Bracelet with [...]

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Cristina on May 17th, 2009

Dangle earrings can be a perfect pick because it suits all occasions and outfits. Danglers  are in vogue and are sported by the younger generation of today. Popular in the past and present the earrings are inextricably linked with fashion and snazzy look for centuries. Dangle earrings are available in a variety of metals and [...]

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Cristina on May 9th, 2009

Emerald – Did you know? Emerald is the green version of the mineral Beryl. Emerald is considered to be the talisman of the goddess Venus and it represents faith, goodness and kindness. They are traditionally thought to enhance the clairvoyance of their wearers. The word “emerald”derived from the Greek word “smaragdos”, even if it might [...]

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Cristina on May 8th, 2009

“Carolina Queen Emerald” is said to be the largest, finest and most significant emerald ever found in North America. It has 18.88-carat and a pear-shaped cut. The only emerald rivals are the finest of the fine emeralds of Muzo and Chivor mines of Colombia. The “Carolina Queen Emerald” was discovered by James K. Hill, president [...]

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