I heard the scarab mentioned a few days ago in a jewelry blog and had to say I was perplexed…what is a scarab and how is it used in jewelry making? Here’s a quick description and some examples:
The scarab beetle has been a symbolic motif in Egyptian jewelry for thousands of years. The scarab is a symbol of regeneration and rebirth, thus scarab jewelry was thought to bring protection, luck and vitality to the wearer. Egyptian soldiers were given scarabs before going into battle. Women were given scarabs for fertility. Scarab beads and designs were commonly fashioned into bracelets, pendants and rings.
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Tutanhkamun lapis scarab (J. Bodsworth)
We love history here at Joseph Schubach Jewelers. Since we’ve been in business for over 100 years, we’ve seen many styles come and go…then come back again.
Here’s one of the oldest cuts of diamonds: the pointed cut, also referred to as a writing diamond.
Polished with very few facets, almost the entire original eight sided crystal of the diamond is left intact. There are usually four facets which lead to a pyramid shape. Popular in the 15th – 16th centuries, this cut flourished for generations.
Source: GeorgianJewelry.com
Last week we wrote about the devastating effects of losing a prized piece of jewelry. One option to keep in mind is ring insurance, which can be easily added to your homeowner’s policy and provide you with some peace of mind if the worst should happen. And its generally affordable.
Some questions to ask before purchasing engagement or wedding ring insurance:
Questions To Ask Before You Choose a Policy:
* Is the ring covered if you lose it accidentally, or only if it’s stolen?
* How will the company replace the ring — with a check? Or will they require you to purchase a replacement through a specified jeweler?
* What if it’s a vintage ring or other unique piece? How will the quality and size of your diamond — and that of a replacement if needed — be documented?
* Is the ring insured to full cost or a fraction of it?
* How will you need to prove the ring vanished if you make a claim?
* Are there any circumstances that aren’t covered? (What if your ring flies off at the circus and gets trampled by elephants, for example?
The red carpet continues to dictate what jewelry trends will be hot in the upcoming months. Here are a few shots showcasing everything from long statement necklaces to jade.
Jennifer Lawrence in Chopard; Helen Hunt in Neil Lane; Jessica Chastain in Harry Winston and Marion Cotillard in Chopard
Amanda Seyfried wearing a decidedly longer statement necklace.
Jade making an appearance.
Image Source: The Daily Jewel
Losing an engagement or wedding ring or any other significant piece of jewelry can be a devastating loss. Many experience immense guilt for being careless and bemoan the loss, often for years. So what can you do to move on, after you’ve lost something so precious to you?
Remember that you’re human. And as such you make mistakes. Instead of internalizing the loss of a favorite piece of jewelry (aka beating yourself up), acknowledge that every one of us makes mistakes. If a friend lost a favorite ring, you wouldn’t think any less of her or him, right? Accept you failabilities and don’t be hard on yourself.
Allow for grief. Most people think of grief only when it comes to the loss of a loved one. But its alright to grieve over an object. Just do it in a healthy manner. Remember what the piece of jewelry signified to you, pour over the memories, cry if you need to. Jewelry can represent a phase of your life; acknowledge that phase with respect.
It’s alright to replace. Nothing will ever completely replace a lost engagement ring but its alright to try! Just as a lost necklace can symbolize old memories, a replacement piece can represent a new phase in your life.
Nothing is easy about a lost piece of jewelry that you love. But remember the most important thing: don’t be angry with yourself. It’s amazing, considering the extensive wear of our favorite pieces, that we’ve kept them this long. Celebrate its presence in your life and move on. Because guess what? You can’t take it with you anyway.
