Lapis Lazuli is called Lapis or Lazulite as well. It originated from the Arabic word 'lazaward' from which the word "azure" was derived. Lapis lazuli is a rich azure blue color that has a mixture of minerals, mainly alcite and lazurite, generally with sparkles of iron pyrites.

The age old adage that Diamonds are a girl's best friend holds true even today and there is hardly anyone who does not want to bring home those beautiful sparkling stones.

When you consider all of the potential scams concerning diamonds, buying them online almost seems unimaginable! Nonetheless, you really can buy these stones online, without any issues as long as you exercise forethought.

There are many reasons you might consider buying a diamond ring. You might consider purchasing one for your daughter, your girlfriend, your wife, or even for proposing...

Buying American Indian jewelry & crafts can be fun, exciting and confusing. Here are some tips for getting the most from your money when you buy Native American jewelry and crafts.

Boucheron, Faberge, Cartier, and Tiffany were all highly acclaimed impresarios in the world of high fashion jewelry designing. Very often exquisite pieces of jewelry designed by these master jewelers were privately commissioned, commemorating a special event or person.

The mystery and magic of colored gemstones has been an integral aspect or the "Lore" of most cultures for many centuries. Here is what noted gemstone experts Antoinette L. Matlins and A.C. Bonanno have to say on the matter.

The weather is about to start cooling off, but not so for the new fall fashions this season. They are in full swing and the jewelry they are bringing with them is anything but mild.

Whether you are a diamond jewelry store owner or you are a consumer looking for the right diamond jewelry for your loved ones, knowing how diamond prices are determined will always be an advantage...

At one point or another, we all have to admit to ourselves that bikers - with their gritty leather jackets, imposing motorbikes and gothic biker jewelry - represent everything our repressed hearts secretly desire. The appeal of running loose, going anywhere you wish is universal, transcending age, race and gender.