Only Jewelry

In which years were the Brooch and Pendant invented?

Apr 05, 2006 by pishpuns | Posted in History

According to Wikipedia's Timeline of Inventions, the pendant was invented in: 8700 BC, in Iraq.

And first brooches were made at the close of Bronze Age, between 1550 and 1200 BC.

What jewelry maker uses a hallmark stamp GA with an arrow through it?

Dec 10, 2008 by ar_badboy | Posted in Corporations

This piece is a pendant or brooch probably from the 70's

It is CA with an arrow. The company is Carl Art.

How do I determine if a gemstone is genuine .. ?

Apr 18, 2008 by Petit Chou | Posted in Fashion & Accessories

I have a box of rings and brooches, pendants etc how can I find out whether the stones are real gemstones or just bits of glass? Would a jeweller be a bit narked if I presented him with 3 0r 4 dozen different items and what would he be likely to charge me?
good idea Taff, will go and have a good scratch.
so glass cant mark a gemstone ..here goes nothing then ..I'll try anything once (or twice) ..

Hmmmm... it depends on what the brooches and stuff are. For one thing, the easiest way would be to see if a piece of glass can make a cut on the gems/stones. If it can't cut, it's a gem. Also, if the gem seems too light, there is a good chance it is just glass. These are the two best ways I could think of. Other kinds would be chemicals, but not a smart idea ;). Or yup, just take it to the jeweler. He wouldn't mind I think, I mean well... a deal is a deal! Good luck with those stones!

does anyone know where I can find a pink and pearl cameo for under £30?

May 02, 2007 by amelia4698 | Posted in Fashion & Accessories

like the one just sold on ebay, if you want to look at that. Either pendant or brooch is OK

Either ask the ebay seller if they have any more to sell or google it xx

If you had $200 to spend on jewelry... what would you buy?

Mar 24, 2006 by jcmilner | Posted in Other - Visual Arts

Would you buy one-of-a-kind or would you try to get as much as you can for the money?
Would you buy for yourself or buy a gift? If it's a gift... who's it for?
Ring, earrings, bracelet, brooch or pendant?

i dont wear jewelry such as valuable stuff like diamonds,gold,platinum -ect -I always thought it was excessive -if I wear jewery its costume jewlry but usually only earing or necklaces
I like Chandelier Earings with lots of details and necklaces that are unique or one of a kind and I love exoctic costume jewelry from different countries but inexpensive unique stuff only - I guess I would go out and buy alot of homemade jewelry from another country with some stones like tigers eye and some jewelry made of wood or copper and other natural things