Jewelry
beagletracks
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Let's talk jewelz.
I have a hard time finding jewelry I like. I really only wear earrings — silver/steel/platinum, hoops or drops.
I'd love to know what kind of jewelry you like and where you find it! Here are a couple of pieces I found online that I like, but they're too expensive for me (about $300 per pair).
Recommend, discuss, and/or show off your favorite pieces of jewelry here.
I have a hard time finding jewelry I like. I really only wear earrings — silver/steel/platinum, hoops or drops.
I'd love to know what kind of jewelry you like and where you find it! Here are a couple of pieces I found online that I like, but they're too expensive for me (about $300 per pair).
Recommend, discuss, and/or show off your favorite pieces of jewelry here.
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Try Kohls if you have one nearby. They have some middle quality brands that aren't super expensive but hold up better than the really cheap stuff. Sometimes Silpada has some nice pieces, but they are pretty expensive
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4legsRbetterthan2 wrote: »Try Kohls if you have one nearby. They have some middle quality brands that aren't super expensive but hold up better than the really cheap stuff. Sometimes Silpada has some nice pieces, but they are pretty expensive
I do often find inexpensive and fairly unique steel jewelry I like at Kohl's! I'll check Silpada. Thank you!0 -
my favorite set I have is this one (this is from silpada):
probably my most worn jewelry set the past 3-4 years. I used to wear alot of pearls, but not as much anymore4 -
4legsRbetterthan2 wrote: »my favorite set I have is this one (this is from silpada):
probably my most worn jewelry set the past 3-4 years. I used to wear alot of pearls, but not as much anymore
Love these!0 -
I love jewelry. I wear mostly white gold or platinum pieces. My husband usually has pieces made for me by a couple we met at a gem and mineral show (my hubs is a geologist). The husband is a stone cutter and the wife is a metalsmith. They make fantastic one of a kind pieces below retail cost. Everything has appraised at double my cost. I also have a collection of Swarovski crystal brooches.
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GymGoddessGoals wrote: »I love jewelry. I wear mostly white gold or platinum pieces. My husband usually has pieces made for me by a couple we met at a gem and mineral show (my hubs is a geologist). The husband is a stone cutter and the wife is a metalsmith. They make fantastic one of a kind pieces below retail cost. Everything has appraised at double my cost. I also have a collection of Swarovski crystal brooches.
That sounds so cool! Do they have a website you'd be willing to share? I'd love to check out their work. You are lucky to have such a thoughtful and generous husband! I've never had good luck with partners and jewelry.3 -
aChuisle_moChroi wrote: »GymGoddessGoals wrote: »I love jewelry. I wear mostly white gold or platinum pieces. My husband usually has pieces made for me by a couple we met at a gem and mineral show (my hubs is a geologist). The husband is a stone cutter and the wife is a metalsmith. They make fantastic one of a kind pieces below retail cost. Everything has appraised at double my cost. I also have a collection of Swarovski crystal brooches.
That sounds so cool! Do they have a website you'd be willing to share? I'd love to check out their work. You are lucky to have such a thoughtful and generous husband! I've never had good luck with partners and jewelry.
Not really; they are the kind of people you call and say what you are looking for and they will send you pics of what they have. I referred a friend recently and he got a nice alexandrite piece that appraised 3k over what he paid for it. I really wish they had a website. Most of the stones they have are rare or very unique. Last year she has a padparadscha sapphire ring that I wanted so bad but she couldn't resize it. It was an incredible piece and I felt sick leaving it there.3 -
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aChuisle_moChroi wrote: »Let's talk jewelz.
I have a hard time finding jewelry I like. I really only wear earrings — silver/steel/platinum, hoops or drops.
I'd love to know what kind of jewelry you like and where you find it! Here are a couple of pieces I found online that I like, but they're too expensive for me (about $300 per pair).
Recommend, discuss, and/or show off your favorite pieces of jewelry here.
Love those chain earrings
@tams_89 They are from L. Jardim. I sent a link to my boyfriend as an obvious hint, but it failed.
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GymGoddessGoals wrote: »aChuisle_moChroi wrote: »GymGoddessGoals wrote: »I love jewelry. I wear mostly white gold or platinum pieces. My husband usually has pieces made for me by a couple we met at a gem and mineral show (my hubs is a geologist). The husband is a stone cutter and the wife is a metalsmith. They make fantastic one of a kind pieces below retail cost. Everything has appraised at double my cost. I also have a collection of Swarovski crystal brooches.
That sounds so cool! Do they have a website you'd be willing to share? I'd love to check out their work. You are lucky to have such a thoughtful and generous husband! I've never had good luck with partners and jewelry.
Not really; they are the kind of people you call and say what you are looking for and they will send you pics of what they have. I referred a friend recently and he got a nice alexandrite piece that appraised 3k over what he paid for it. I really wish they had a website. Most of the stones they have are rare or very unique. Last year she has a padparadscha sapphire ring that I wanted so bad but she couldn't resize it. It was an incredible piece and I felt sick leaving it there.
That makes the pieces all the more special. My favorite jewelry store is a tiny little boutique with handmade pieces in Valparaiso, Chile. Pretty much impossible for me to shop there currently. Galería Orfebres.1 -
aChuisle_moChroi wrote: »GymGoddessGoals wrote: »aChuisle_moChroi wrote: »GymGoddessGoals wrote: »I love jewelry. I wear mostly white gold or platinum pieces. My husband usually has pieces made for me by a couple we met at a gem and mineral show (my hubs is a geologist). The husband is a stone cutter and the wife is a metalsmith. They make fantastic one of a kind pieces below retail cost. Everything has appraised at double my cost. I also have a collection of Swarovski crystal brooches.
That sounds so cool! Do they have a website you'd be willing to share? I'd love to check out their work. You are lucky to have such a thoughtful and generous husband! I've never had good luck with partners and jewelry.
Not really; they are the kind of people you call and say what you are looking for and they will send you pics of what they have. I referred a friend recently and he got a nice alexandrite piece that appraised 3k over what he paid for it. I really wish they had a website. Most of the stones they have are rare or very unique. Last year she has a padparadscha sapphire ring that I wanted so bad but she couldn't resize it. It was an incredible piece and I felt sick leaving it there.
That makes the pieces all the more special. My favorite jewelry store is a tiny little boutique with handmade pieces in Valparaiso, Chile. Pretty much impossible for me to shop there currently. Galería Orfebres.
Oooo they have very unique pieces. You should email them and see what they have.1 -
GymGoddessGoals wrote: »aChuisle_moChroi wrote: »GymGoddessGoals wrote: »aChuisle_moChroi wrote: »GymGoddessGoals wrote: »I love jewelry. I wear mostly white gold or platinum pieces. My husband usually has pieces made for me by a couple we met at a gem and mineral show (my hubs is a geologist). The husband is a stone cutter and the wife is a metalsmith. They make fantastic one of a kind pieces below retail cost. Everything has appraised at double my cost. I also have a collection of Swarovski crystal brooches.
That sounds so cool! Do they have a website you'd be willing to share? I'd love to check out their work. You are lucky to have such a thoughtful and generous husband! I've never had good luck with partners and jewelry.
Not really; they are the kind of people you call and say what you are looking for and they will send you pics of what they have. I referred a friend recently and he got a nice alexandrite piece that appraised 3k over what he paid for it. I really wish they had a website. Most of the stones they have are rare or very unique. Last year she has a padparadscha sapphire ring that I wanted so bad but she couldn't resize it. It was an incredible piece and I felt sick leaving it there.
That makes the pieces all the more special. My favorite jewelry store is a tiny little boutique with handmade pieces in Valparaiso, Chile. Pretty much impossible for me to shop there currently. Galería Orfebres.
Oooo they have very unique pieces. You should email them and see what they have.
I think I will!1 -
do belt buckles count as jewelry5
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I wear several of these most everyday.
The TSA, Metal Detector Lady hates me.
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sweet_ermengarde wrote: »do belt buckles count as jewelry
YES1 -
aChuisle_moChroi wrote: »sweet_ermengarde wrote: »do belt buckles count as jewelry
YES
i got a lot, most beaded, this is one of my faves9 -
sweet_ermengarde wrote: »aChuisle_moChroi wrote: »sweet_ermengarde wrote: »do belt buckles count as jewelry
YES
i got a lot, most beaded, this is one of my faves
Beautiful. And I love your nails!2 -
I like these but still too pricey.
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I really like the first pair. Super delicate and feminine.1
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GymGoddessGoals wrote: »I really like the first pair. Super delicate and feminine.
they're nice
.... and the second pair are kinda badazz; I like'em1 -
I'm probably the only person on earth who feels awkward wearing any kind of jewelry. It's just not me.
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My story covers several generations.
Long before I was born (I'm 62) my grandmother went to India and bought an antique bracelet. It's solid gold and has uncut diamonds and rubies along with beautiful enamel work. Many years later she gifted it to my mom.
When I was 16 I went to India with my parents and mom wanted a necklace to wear with the bracelet. We were staying on a houseboat in Kashmir and went to a hole in the wall jewelry store. When mom told the shop owner what she was looking for he locked up the shop and had a young boy bring suitcases of antique jewelry out to show us. A amazing memory
even if nothing had been purchased.
Mom chose a necklace and paid $1,000 for it. One side has uncut diamonds, the other has enamel work.
Once we were back in the US she had it appraised. I dont want to say what the value was but she was told that it was a museum piece.
After mom passed both pieces were passed down to me. I received them right before going on vacation and had no access to my safe deposit box so took both items with me. The necklace had some enamel damage I wanted repaired.
The store owner of a repair jeweler I visited looked in awe at the pieces and told me that 2 days ago he got earrings that perfectly match! They were tiny but I had to have them so paid $1,000. for the tiny earrings.
So now 3 generations of women have contributed to this set. I offered it to my niece, the only female to hand it down to and she said she doesn't want it! 😭😭😭
So I will continue to enjoy it and hope my nephew's future wife will want to carry on the tradition.
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I get allergic reactions to certain jewelry, including gold so I've never been a big fan of jewelry. I do think it's beautiful on others. I'm a fan of original pieces, handmade custom jewelry especially.
And these candy necklaces
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thereshegoesagain wrote: »My story covers several generations.
Long before I was born (I'm 62) my grandmother went to India and bought an antique bracelet. It's solid gold and has uncut diamonds and rubies along with beautiful enamel work. Many years later she gifted it to my mom.
When I was 16 I went to India with my parents and mom wanted a necklace to wear with the bracelet. We were staying on a houseboat in Kashmir and went to a hole in the wall jewelry store. When mom told the shop owner what she was looking for he locked up the shop and had a young boy bring suitcases of antique jewelry out to show us. A amazing memory
even if nothing had been purchased.
Mom chose a necklace and paid $1,000 for it. One side has uncut diamonds, the other has enamel work.
Once we were back in the US she had it appraised. I dont want to say what the value was but she was told that it was a museum piece.
After mom passed both pieces were passed down to me. I received them right before going on vacation and had no access to my safe deposit box so took both items with me. The necklace had some enamel damage I wanted repaired.
The store owner of a repair jeweler I visited looked in awe at the pieces and told me that 2 days ago he got earrings that perfectly match! They were tiny but I had to have them so paid $1,000. for the tiny earrings.
So now 3 generations of women have contributed to this set. I offered it to my niece, the only female to hand it down to and she said she doesn't want it! 😭😭😭
So I will continue to enjoy it and hope my nephew's future wife will want to carry on the tradition.thereshegoesagain wrote: »
That is so cool!3 -
My great grandmother's engagement ring.
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GymGoddessGoals wrote: »
My great grandmother's engagement ring.
I've never seen a ring in that style before. I like it.1 -
GymGoddessGoals wrote: »
My great grandmother's engagement ring.
Cool!1 -
thereshegoesagain wrote: »
Beautiful pieces and such a great story.
Yesterday I ordered $7 stainless steel skeleton earrings from Etsy.
Sounds about right. Also ordered a pair made from “vintage spoons.” Our family isn’t much for jewelry. I do have my grandma’s old refrigerator magnets, though. 4
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