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April Celebrities Share The Diamond Birthstone With You

by: Sher Matsen

If you are still young enough to admit you have birthdays and your birthday falls in April then you already know the diamond is April?s birthstones.
Celebrities who already have a love affair with diamonds are even more apt to be seen wearing diamonds if their birthday is in April.
There are many April celebrities that share the diamond birthstone with you.

But did you know that the diamond is also deep in mystical powers from ancient times?
It is said to enhance ones competence, trust and love relationships.

Diamonds also have a long history in their medicinal qualities.
During ancient times diamonds were believed to heal illness.
Diamonds were first placed into the bed to warm the diamond to enhance their healing qualities.

It is even said that over the centuries Cupid?s arrows were tipped in diamonds and thus it earned its reputation as the perfect gift of love.

The white and brilliant hues diamonds signify life, joy and innocence.
But really diamonds come in a wide range of colors other than white which includes shades of gray, brown, yellow, blue, red, and green.

Pre 1400?s diamonds were only available to those of royal blood who were the only people able to wear the symbol of courage and invincibility.
During the mid 1400s The Archduke Maximillian gave a diamond ring to Mary of Burgundy beginning the long tradition of diamond engagement rings which is still carried on today.

The practice of wearing a diamond engagement ring on the third finger often referred to as the ring finger began in Egyptian times because it was believed the vein of love ran through this finger directly to the heart.

Besides being the birthstone for April there is no gift that is more symbolic of love than a diamond and no more convincing promise of eternal and everlasting love.

Ancient Greeks believed that diamonds were splinters of stars that had fallen from the sky making a visit to earth.
Others revered to diamonds as Gods Tears or dew drops.
The origin of the first diamond has never been solved and remains a mystery to geologists and sciences even today.

Initially geologists thought that India was the first river-bed source for mining diamonds.
The ancient Hindus called the diamond Vajra which means lightening.
It earned this name because of its incredible strength and the light rays it emitted.
Besides being the most beautiful gem they are also the hardest substance found on earth.
Diamonds have been mined Botswana, Australia, Russia and South Africa, and recently Canada has been added to that list.

April does have an alternative birthstone which is the opal.
Unlike diamonds which are simply crystallized carbon, opals are found deep within the earth where the intense heat develops this beautiful stone.

So even though there are many April celebrities that share the diamond birthstone with you the diamond is a celebrity and star all on its own.
Recognized back to ancient times for its symbol of love and its beautiful brilliance.

About The Author

Sher from Estate Jewelry International has been serving customers for over 20 years, providing fashion, jewelry, and wedding help. Please visit us at http://www.estatejewelryinternational.com/.

Ten Things You Should Know Before You Go Shopping For That Special Ring

Ten Things You Should Know Before You Go Shopping For That Special Ring

by: Richard W. Wise

Rings symbolize lasting love, but there are so many choices to navigate ? gold or platinum? An original design or an antique? ? that it?s difficult to know how to pick the best ring. Learn the criteria for purchasing a top-notch ring, and like your relationship, if it is a quality ring, it should grow richer and more beautiful with age.

If you don?t know the product, know your jeweler. What you don?t want is a pretty face in a pin-striped suit. Ask questions, and if you don?t like the answers, move on. If you are shopping for gems, seek out a Graduate Gemologist with a diploma from the Gemological Institute of America.

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Jewelry As An Anniversary Gift, What You Need To Know

Jewelry As An Anniversary Gift, What You Need To Know

by: Sam Serio

Jewelry for anniversaries can be the perfect gift. It is widely known that there are lists of birthstones and zodiacal or talismanic stones, there are lists of stones for days of the week, hours of the day, for states of the union, for each of the seasons, and for anniversaries as well!

Anniversary Stones

1. Gold Jewelry

9. Lapis Lazuli

25. Silver Jubilee

2. Garnet

10. Diamond Jewelry

30. Pearl Jubilee

3. Pearl

11. Turquoise

35. Emerald

4. Blue Topaz

12. Jade

40. Ruby

5. Sapphire

13. Citrine

45. Sapphire

6. Amethyst

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More Than Your Average Valentine's Gift

by: Amanda Trevino

Valentine?s Day is approaching, and you have no idea what to get your special someone.
Sure, you could try chocolates, flowers, or another plush gorilla singing ?Wild Thing,? but for a valentines gift that is fun, personal, and says more than just ?wild thing, you make my heart sing,? consider jewelry.

What could be more exciting on February 14th than taking your special someone to your local jeweler and letting them choose their very own valentines gift?
This would be an exceptionally enjoyable way to bond over Valentine?s Day, but if you?d rather keep your gift a surprise, there are plenty of ideas to create a fun way for your partner to open her gift.
You could take her out for a romantic dinner and have the waiter bring the ring with dessert, or you could lead her on a scavenger hunt through all the places that are significant to you, with the final...

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Choosing Your Diamond Shape

Choosing Your Diamond Shape

by: Keith Thompson

Choosing the shape of your diamond jewelry is one of the key elements in determining the overall appearance of your ring or other diamond jewelry. There are many shapes and variations from which to choose, but first off do not confuse "shape" with "cut". A diamond's shape is just that: the outward appearance of the stone, whether it is round, oval etc.; while the cut refers to how the diamond itself is fashioned, how many facets and so on. Below I'll examine the various diamond shapes and tell a little about each of them, in order to help you make that all-important choice.

Round Brilliant Diamonds - By far the most popular, accounting for more than 75% of diamonds purchased today, they are also the most expensive. Most coveted as an engagement ring, they also find their way into earrings and pendants. Round Brilliant Diamonds are noted for their fire and brilliance.

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Understanding the Different Cuts of Diamonds

Understanding the Different Cuts of Diamonds

by: Amanti Leddar

Diamonds are hot favorites all over the world not only because of their dazzling beauty, but also because they are so versatile; they look good on anyone and match everything. Diamonds come in many styles and varieties, called cuts. The value of a diamond in terms of price and popularity depends on the various cuts. The more popular cuts are more expensive than the less popular cuts. This is because the cut of the diamond enhances its beauty. So, you can see two diamonds of equal weight but cut differently with a price difference of hundreds of dollars.

The most popular cut in diamonds is the round cut. When diamonds are cut to look like circles they sparkle brightly. A round brilliant cut is one of the most expensive cuts of diamond. Round cut diamonds are very popular on engagement rings because they look beautiful as part of a multi-stone ring or as a solitaire. The round cut...

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How to Safely Buy a Diamond Online ? Part 3 of 3

by: Michael Bradley

It is now possible to save 40% to 60% by purchasing a diamond engagement ring from an online diamond retailer, rather than from a bricks-n-mortar High Street jeweller. Online diamond retailers don?t have retail shops, sales staff, large diamond inventories and other associated operating expenses and are therefore able to pass on the cost savings to consumers.

Of course, a diamond might be one of the largest one-off purchases made in one?s lifetime and so it is understandable that many people may be uncomfortable paying for a diamond before it has been seen and examined.

However, as long as the correct research and precautions are taken there should be no reason to be fearful about buying diamonds from Internet diamond merchants.

The three most important aspects of the pre-purchase checks that must be carried out are:

1. Assurance that the diamond business is...

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Motivation: What Life is All About

Motivation: What Life is All About

by: Gene Castelli

Gene Castelli from Columbus, Ohio writes: We think of the word ?motivation? and its derivatives, and a picture comes to mind of the athlete being ?motivated? to win, or the actor finding his ?motivation? for the role he/she is playing, or being spell bound by a great ?motivational? speaker. What we often don't remember is that every single aspect of life is guided by motivation or the lack of (often quickly followed by another term ?failure?).

Motivation is not an overcoat we throw on when we feel we need it, it is a constant every day situation we practice from the most mundane task to the most specific life changing task we could ever imagine. It is quite possibly the most powerful force (other than love) that makes us what we are today. To motivate your children, you need to understand what motivation is.

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How IRAs work

by: John Mussi

Are you taking advantage of individual retirement account (IRA) opportunities? IRAs can be frustrating because of the different forms and reports, difficult or confusing IRA rules. Successful retirement planning usually means coordinating personal savings with benefits from an employer's retirement plan and social security. However, in the last 30 years, retirement planning has changed, putting more emphasis on personal saving through...

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Marketing Options For Cleaning Companies ? Part Two

by: David Andrew Smith

Part one looked at telesales, yellow pages and other directories, using mailing lists and advertising in local papers and journals. In this article I will be considering direct selling techniques, leaflet drops and internet advertising.

1. Direct Approach

You could simply cold call on a company and hope you can get to talk to somebody. My experience of this is that it is quite...

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