Rare blue diamond on the block

Democrats aren’t the only ones with a penchant for blue these days. Christie’s London is putting an historic blue diamond on the auction block on December 10th, and the little beauty is expected to fetch a whopping $15 million.

The 17th century gem weighs in at 35.56 carats and is known to collectors as the Wittelsbach diamond. The stone was originally given to Infanta Margarita Teresa by her father King Philip IV of Spain on the occasion of her engagement to her uncle, Leopold I of Austria. Um...ew.

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It's all about emotional value!

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A gift says, “You are important to me.” The care that went into choosing it is often a far more accurate gauge of just how important, than the amount of money spent on it. Because antiques are by their very nature unique, you cannot just order one. Unlike mass produced consumer items, antiques have to be picked-out individually from the rest, giving extra meaning to your words when you declare, “I found something really special for you this year.”

In our impressive collection of fine jewellery we have pieces to suit every budget, every style and every mood. So this year show your loved one they are worth the effort and offer them the gift that proves your devotion and how much you value them, an antique Jewel from Adin - World leader in French antique jewellery online.

Don’t wait untill the last moment. Our impressive stock of jewels that have already stood the test of time contains pieces to suit every budget, style and mood. Our professional team of assistants will be standing by to help you find exactly what you seek.

Browse it now to find a future heirloom, testimony of your love to future generations.

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Antiqually yours,
The Adin team
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Model settles lawsuit over sexy jewelry ad

New York—A New York model has settled a $5 million lawsuit against a jewelry company over an Internet video advertisement that she claimed tarnished her wholesome image by depicting her in a pornographic way, according to The Associated Press.

The AP reports that the 37-year-old model, a married graduate student in elementary education who is unnamed in the lawsuit, and Szul Jewelry Inc. came to an undisclosed settlement.

A Manhattan judge filed a notice of the settlement last week, according to the AP.

The lawsuit, filed in December 2007, was over Szul's "Rock Her World," advertisement, which showed the woman in lingerie and a diamond necklace, moaning and stroking herself suggestively on a bed. The segment ends with the Web address, Szul.com, flashing across the screen.

According to the AP, the video attracted more than 700,000 hits before being removed from the Internet in January.

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Michelle Obama 'Brooches' the Fashion Subject

Vintage diamonds, yellow gold, glittering gemstones – we’re seeing a bevy of beautiful variations on the brooch theme these days. The sensibly stylish, Michelle Obama, is now synonymous with the jewelry trend, and she launched yet another brooch blitz last night on the Tonight Show.

“I want to ask you about your wardrobe. I’m guessing about $60,000, $70,000 for that outfit,” Leno joked.

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Diamonds Rock the Casbah

Diamonds and Charlize Theron. Now that’s a winning combination. Our favorite jewels made a dazzling appearance last night in Hollywood at the “Rock the Casbah” fundraiser for Richard Branson’s Virgin Unite charity, and the drooling photogs got a lense-full.

While the bearded entrepreneur is stuck at sea trying to break the world record for crossing the Atlantic (what kind of excuse is that!), Hollywood’s beauties came out to show their support.

Neve Campbell made a rare appearance in a classic strapless dress and tasteful diamond earrings. TV personality, Samantha Harris, looked stunning in diamond teardrops, and the always beautiful, Salma Hayek, buttoned up in a black pants suit and silver dollar-sized vintage diamond clusters.

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Jewelry Gist: Appraising And Insuring Fine Jewelry

Understanding and insuring the appraised worth of a fine jewelry collection are important steps in protecting valued treasures. Some may be surprised to learn that a homeowner 's policy will not necessarily offer full coverage for a piece of jewelry, such as an engagement ring or beloved heirloom. And before searching out appropriate insurance coverage, a professional appraisal may be needed to render the most accurate value of jewelry pieces.

The Difference Between Appraisals and Lab Certificates. Both an appraisal and lab certificate reports provide important jewelry and gemstone information, but they actually serve separate purposes.

Lab certificates, or grading reports, indicate the value of an unmounted gemstone. These reports examine details regarding color and clarity, carat weight, cut and shape. A report for a gemstone or diamond does not typically change unless the stone undergoes an alteration, such as mounting.

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Metal Arts Students Recycle Castaway Jewelry into Brilliant, Sustainable New Designs

Metal Arts Students Recycle Castaway Jewelry into Brilliant, Sustainable New Designs

Radical Jewelry Makeover Exhibit On View through November 9th

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) October 26, 2008 -- Academy of Art University School of Fine Art Sculpture students have joined forces with art students from across the Bay Area to participate in San Francisco's first-ever Radical Jewelry Makeover. After sifting through a rich supply of donated pieces from more than one hundred Bay Area residents, melting down precious metals, and forming creative new designs, the resulting fresh, unique, handmade, and mainly recycled jewelry are ready to be showcased at San Francisco's Velvet da Vinci Gallery.

Approximately twenty Academy of Art University students and alumni have created striking wearable metal arts creations for Radical Jewelry Makeover (RJM). Each student was passionate about inventively reconstructing the materials donated during the RJM Bay Area Jewelry Drive this past fall. As a group, the AAU students created more than 70 pieces for juried selection into the RJM - San Francisco exhibit. "As an artist in metal arts, I think it is really important to be aware of where your metals are coming from," shares Academy of Art University School of Fine Art Sculpture student Tura Sugden. "Radical Jewelry Makeover is making it possible for more consumer demand in sustainable jewelry source materials."

The Academy of Art University is participating in the largest RJM to date along with artists from California College of the Arts, City College of San Francisco, the Crucible, Metal Arts Guild, Revere Academy, Richmond Art Center, and Scintillant Studio. "This event is an exciting and spectacular way to make all artists deeply aware of the vital importance and responsibility of recycling in our profession," says Academy of Art University Director of Graduate Fine Art Sculpture Charlene Modena.

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