Definitely not the same old men’s rings are brought to you by Andrew Nyce Designs. With a fresh masculine touch, the rings are accented by distinctive patterns. The Mokume Gane Collection has a satined pattern and a wonderful mix of colors and tones, while the Damascus Stainless Steel collection has a more rugged feel to it, due to the finger printed texture.

Mokume Gane is an old metalworking technique that originated in Japan in the 1700s. The words translate to “wood eye metal,” which accurately describes the topographical patterns that appear when metals are twisted and forged using this process. The look is similar to the swirling, watery patterns of Damascus steel or ancient Chinese lacquer work.

Mokume Gane Collection

Damascus Stainless Steel

Andrew Nyce Designs handcrafts unique wedding, engagement, and men’s rings. “We craft intricately patterned rings that reflect the unique interpersonal relationships of our customers. No two pieces of jewelry are ever exactly the same”, he says. While incorporating classic materials, they apply ancient Japanese and Middle Eastern metalworking techniques. The distinctive, yet elegant rings address any fashion-forward, modern man.

Photos courtesy of: www.andrewnycedesigns.com.

Weddings planning can be stressful and take months and months of preparation. All arrangements must be taken care of, from the caterers to the invites and from the wedding gown to the rings. To take the hassle out of searching for the perfect rings and wedding bands, why not purchase Dora Rings & Wedding Bands? Jewelry pieces are available at the most reasonable price.

Many soon-to-be-engaged or engaged couples spend months searching for the perfect ring. Every bride-to-be, or woman for that matter, has an idea of what her ideal wedding ring must look like. In most cases, when the perfect ring cannot be found, there is a compromise.

Above all that, the wedding bands and rings come in different widths, thickness and diamonds sizes, shapes and weights. Dora rings and wedding bands are available for both men and women, and with various combinations of metal and diamonds. The metals used to make the rings are also 100% hypoallergenic.

Although, with Dora jewelry there is no need for any compromises. Brides-to-be can choose their perfect wedding ring from the large selection of offer on their catalogue. The rings can also be customized according to your tastes and preferences:  modern, vintage, classic or traditional.

AND:  Jewelry created by Dora has a lifetime warrantee. A personal certificate will also accompany your Dora ring to ensure that it is quality guaranteed against any manufacturing faults. There is also a hallmark stamped inside all Dora jewelry to assure you of its authenticity and to show that it has been made according to the specifications provided by you.

Since wedding season is on, our suggestion this week is a Celtic Laser-Engraved Tungsten Wedding Band. Suitable for ladies as well as gentlemen, this tungsten carbide comfort fit domed wedding band has a wonderful laser-engraved Celtic woven design. The ring is 7.0mm wide. Tungsten carbide is lustrous with a dark hue that holds a mirror-like finish that is permanently polished; it’s also ten times harder than 18Kt gold.

For more similar items you can visit JR Jewelers and their splendid bridal wedding bands.

Celebrating the Golden Anniversary is the hallmark of many marriages. There are many ideas and suggestions on how to celebrate 50 years of marriage. Traditional gifts for this special occasion consist of anything with gold. Celebrate by purchasing a new set of wedding rings or have the diamonds reset into new rings, if the old bands are worn.

In order to help, I’ve posted an interesting selection of anniversary wedding bands from J.R. Jewelers.com:

Diamond Wedding Band

Two-tone Five Diamond Wedding Band

Tri-color Motif Design Diamond Band

Fancy Pink and White Diamond Band

Microset Diamond Eternity Band Set

One of the old wedding customs is the good luck saying :“Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue” and brides believe that all these, worn on the wedding day, are the promise of a happy marriage.

Where does this funny but thoughtfully kept wedding custom comes from? It actually dates back the Victorian era and since then, many brides will try to ensure that they have something of each in their wedding outfit. But although this saying must sound quite familiar to you, I am sure that most don’t know the last line of the saying: “…and a sixpence in her shoe “. The silver sixpence in the bride’s shoe represents wealth and financial security. It may date back from Scottish custom of a groom putting a silver coin under his foot for good luck.

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“Something old” symbolizes continuity with the bride’s family or with the past. Here at Jewelry Uncovered we want to suggest that an elegant bride could wear a piece of jewelry witch was passed out from generations. An original item can be an old precious stone or gemstone that can be mounted at a jewelry store on a beautiful diamond ring.

“Something new” symbolizes the success and the brides hope for a bright future in her married life. A good idea is to have the wedding rings as something new. This will covey the message that you and your husband are creating a new union that will endure forever. Whether you’ve already bought the bands or not, take a look at J.R.’s Jewelers Bridal Collection. I am sure you’ll fall in love with the perfect one, and as they say… it’s “an Affordable Luxury !

“Something borrowed” must be in the bride’s outfit and it must be from an happily married friend or relative. That simple. Borrow a piece of jewelry that your best Friend loves and she will gladly offer to you. Don’t worry if the piece doesn’t really match with the jewelry you had in mind. You can match it with other pieces of jewelry : earrings, bracelet, necklace, ring from the same material, same style or maybe with the same gemstones.

“Something blue” is there to represent faithfulness, purity and loyalty. What a beautiful symbol… Jewelry Uncovered has some elegant jewelry suggestions for a blue piece of jewelry. Have fun searching for more delightful pieces

You might be wondering what exactly are eternity bands and what do they symbolize. They are the symbol of eternal love, thus eternity, and represent the completeness. An eternity band is generally a band that has a row of gemstones all around it, usually diamonds. But since eternity band design had become more and more imaginative, it reflects more precisely a consistency in design all around the ring.

Diamond Eternity Wedding Band

Bar Channel Round Diamond Eternity Band

Eternity bands are actually anniversary bands and they are also called infinity rings. They are given in special occasion and symbolize unity.

Eternity Diamond Wedding Band

Platinum Asscher Cut Diamond Eternity Band

The usual stone preferred for eternity bands are diamonds, but they can also have gemstones like emeralds, rubies, sapphires and others.

Fancy Yellow and White Diamond Eternity Band

Eternity bands are usually worn on the same finger with the wedding band and it can be matched with the bridal set or even replace the wedding ring. There is no strict rule in wearing an eternity band, it all truly depends on the wearer but what one should always have in mind is that an eternity band is the symbol of romance.

Round Channel Eternity Band

Princess Cut Diamond Eternity Band

Eternity bands can be also half full and they can be useful in case you want to make it a present but you don’t know the exact size due to the fact that it can be re sized. Full eternity bands cannot be re sized so it’s better that you know the exact size and have them be custom made. The really great thing about full eternity bands is that however they turn on the finger, the stones are visible.

Diamond Baguette Eternity Band

The itams that appear in this post are available at JR Jewelers online jewelry store.

The Bridal Bells is an exquisite collection of bridal jewelry: rings. bands and sets. This new collections come with affordable prices and great designs. In the following I’m going to present some of my favorite. The items are generally available in mounting only, rings with center diamond and wedding band.

Three Stone Princess Diamond Ring

Balance and symmetry are given in this distinguished 14Kt white gold three stone ring that features princess cut diamonds in three different sizes. It is available with three large center princess cut diamonds and a grand total weight of 1.00 carat, a grand total weight of 1.50 carats, and a grand total weight of 2.00 carats. All diamonds are meticulously matched, H-I color grade, SI1-SI2 clarity grade.

Shared Prong Diamond Engagement Ring Set

Classic elegance is displayed in this graceful engagement ring set that features delicate, curved shared-prongs with round full cut diamonds and also a special surprise diamond that faces the sides totaling (excluding center stone) 0.38 carat, H-I color grade, SI1 clarity grade. This ring can be purchased as a semi-mount and does not include the center diamond. The ring is also available complete with one center round brilliant cut diamond weighing 0.50 carat, H-I color grade, SI1-SI2 clarity grade. A matching diamond wedding band is also available with round full cut diamonds totaling 0.50 carat, H-I color grade, SI1 clarity grade.

Marquise Diamond Three Stone Ring

Elongated form is cherished in this stunning 14Kt white gold channel style three stone ring that displays three center larger marquise brilliant cut diamonds, accented by five channel set round full cut diamonds on each shoulder. All diamonds are meticulously matched with a total weight of 1.00 carat, H-I color grade, SI1-SI2 clarity grade.

Diamond Engagement Ring

Romance is accentuated in this distinct 14Kt white gold modern engagement ring that features a three round full cut diamond heart shape on each shoulder that totals (excluding center stone) 0.50 carat, H-I color grade, SI1 clarity grade. This ring is available as a semi-mount and does not include the center diamond. The ring is also available with one center round brilliant cut diamond weighing 0.75 carat, H-I color grade, SI1-SI2 clarity grade.

Diamond Bridal Ring Set: Ring

Diamond Bridal Ring Set: Wedding Band

Simple elegance is expressed by combining modern lines of channel set baguette diamonds and the striking sparkle of round full cut diamonds (excluding center stone) in this 14Kt white gold engagement ring totaling 0.65 carat. H-I color grade, SI1 clarity grade. This ring can be purchased as a semi-mount and does not include the center diamond. The ring is also available complete with one center round brilliant cut diamond weighing 0.75 carat. H-I color grade, SI1-SI2 clarity grade. A matching diamond wedding band channel set with brilliance and sophistication totaling 0.75 carat, H-I color grade, SI1 clarity grade, is also available.

Double Arch Diamond Engagement Ring Set

Highly individualistic describes this unusual and modern double arch 14Kt white gold engagement ring set that glows with the twinkling of round full cut diamonds along each shank totaling (excluding center stone) 0.38 carat, H-I color grade, SI1 clarity grade. This ring can be purchased as a semi-mount and does not include the center diamond. The ring is also available with one center round brilliant cut diamond weighing 0.63 carat, H-I color grade, SI1-SI2 clarity grade. A matching diamond wedding band is also available, which has round full cut diamonds totaling 0.33 carat, H-I color grade, SI1 clarity grade; the band simply slides in the middle of the arches.

Mens Diamond Wedding Band

The captivating brilliance of channel set diamonds is achieved in this 14Kt white gold men’s wedding band, stylishly set with round full cut diamonds totaling 0.25 ct., H-I color grade, SI1 clarity grade.

Princess Cut Diamond Wedding Band

Brilliance is captured in these prong-set-to-perfection beautifully matched princess cut diamonds in 14Kt white gold. Total diamond weight is 1.00 ct. H-I color grade, SI1 clarity grade.

Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring

Classic elegance is featured in this 14Kt white gold engagement ring with a diamond weight (excluding center stone) of 0.35 carat, H-I color grade, SI1 clarity grade grade. This ring can be purchased as a semi-mount and does not include the center diamond. The ring is also available complete with one center round brilliant cut diamond weighing 0.65 carat, H-I color grade, SI1-SI2 clarity grade.

From more Bridal Bells jewelry you can visit www.jrjewelers.com.

Fashion has evolved quite a lot in the area of bridal jewelry and wedding jewelry. As a matter of fact nowadays we have so many choices it might become a little confusing when having to choose the perfect wedding bands for you and your spouse. You can choose matching bands or matching blood vials if anyone remembers what I really mean.

Angelina Jolie's blood vials

The idea is that there is plenty to choose from. There are a few suggestion to make.

Depends completely on the couple’s preference, but the you can choose from matching wedding bands or a bridal set for her and a separate wedding band for the him. Matching wedding bands means both partners have the same style of ring, they just differ in sizes.

Dora diamond wedding band

Dora diamond wedding band

Dora diamond wedding band

Dora wedding band

Inspiration wedding band

The other option is choosing a lovely and feminine bridal set that comes with a wedding ring and wedding band. The future husband can chose a harmonious band, that is appropriate with the one for her.

Diamond Bridal Ring Set

Galaxy Palladium and Diamond Bridal Ring Set

Diamond Bridal Ring Set

Diamond Bridal Ring Set

Diamond Bridal Ring Set

The last option on our list, but for sure not the last to consider, are different wedding bands, one for her and one for him, so as to suit each one’s individual taste. Like this there is everyone loves his ring and you are not forced to make unnecessary compromises. The choice is yours.

Wedding bands for him

Diamond Tungsten and 18Kt Wedding Band

Titanium Nitol Rope Wedding Band

Tungsten Carbide Concave Wedding Band

Wedding bands for her

18Kt Diamond Wedding Band

Empress Plain Palladium Wedding Band

Grossimer Palladium Wedding Band

Currency, Wealth display and Storage

Through history, various cultures developed at some point had a practice of keeping large amounts of wealth stored in the form of jewelry. At first, this wealth stored in jewelry was actually the marriage dowry given to the young girl at her wedding.

Coins were worn on women’s necks, waist or hair in the form of jewelry. Gold, silver and bronze coins made clear the level of wealth the wearer had. This kind of jewelry was a practical form also to store or display valuable coins. Alternatively, jewelry has been used as a currency or trade good; an example being the use of slave beads.

Functional use (cuff links, clasps, pins and buckles)

Even if during various ages’ jewelry items were elements of special beautification, the practical use is the most ancient and natural of all the functions. Jewelry initially had a practical use for clothes wearing because they used to pin materials together in order to make them wearable.

As fashion evolved and ingenious means of getting dressed became common, functional items of accessories and jewelry evolved into decorative items. As their functional requirement diminished, jewelry became tightly related with the growth of dress fashion.

Symbolism

Jewelry is used to show membership or status. We all know that when it comes to marital status, by tradition, the most common item of jewelry are engagement rings and wedding rings.

Jewelry can be symbolic of group membership like the Christian crucifix or Jewish Star of David, or of status, like in the case of chains of office.

Source: www.en.wikipedia.org

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