Gold As Prized for its beauty and versatility

Prized for its beauty and versatility, gold is the classic setting for most jewelry. It’s also the most malleable of all metals — so soft it can’t be used for jewelry in its purest form.

The standard measurement of gold is the karat. Pure gold is 24 karats, meaning 24 out of 24 parts are gold. To increase its strength, gold is combined with other metal alloys. For example, 18K gold is 18 parts gold and 6 parts other alloys; 14K gold is 14 parts gold and 10 parts other alloys. 10K gold is more durable, with 10 parts gold to 14 parts other alloys.

Alloys used with yellow gold include copper and silver. Rose gold is created by combining gold with large amounts of copper, while green gold results from mixing gold with copper, silver and zinc. When creating white gold, pure gold is combined with copper, zinc and nickel or palladium.

Since antiquity, yellow has been the color most associated with gold. White gold is a beautiful complement to exceptionally white and bright diamonds. Also, white gold jewelry is plated with rhodium, a shiny metal that increases the whiteness and strength of gold. Sometimes, white gold is confused with platinum, though they are entirely different metals. White gold and platinum vary in strength, resistance to scratches and shades of white.

In some jewelry pieces, white and yellow gold are paired together, producing a beautiful two-tone look. You can also find yellow, white and rose gold pieces or white and rose.

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Dolley Madison gold coins

The United States Mint is a bureau produced and distributed U.S. coins to the Federal Reserve banks and branches. They manufactured and sell platinum, gold, and silver bullion coins. According to United States Mint, the newest items in a series of gold coins was the Dolly Madison coin which commemorate Madison honor as women and most beloved US first ladies. According to USA News, First Lady Laura Bush paid tribute to "one of America's most beloved first ladies" First Lady . Mint Directory Edmund Moy unveiled the Madison's gold coins to honor women. A half-ounce gold proof coin in a presentation case costs $529.95 from the Mint. About Dolley Madison Dolley Madison born on Goochland County, Virginia and the first U.S. First Lady. She is the wife of the former US president, James Madison. She formally associate with a specific public project, a fundraiser, supporter , board member and helped to found a Washington, D.C. home for young orphaned girls. She aided her husband in the organization and preparation for public release of the papers he used in drafting the U.S. Constitution. US Mint's Don Everhart decided to crafted and designed the coin features a portrait of Dolley Madison which carved with the dates acted as US first lady and unveiling of a Madison gold collectible coin. But according to him, Don Everhart America's first ladies have guided, comforted and sustained our nation in times of trial and triumph. US Mint's other First Spouse coins include Martha Washington, Abigail Adams and a coin depicting the Statue of Liberty. And for released next year include Louisa Adams, Elizabeth Monroe and two more Lady Liberty pieces to signify the presidencies of Andrew Jackson and Martin Van Buren. For your information... The Dolley Madison Commemorative Silver Dollar is the first coin to honor a First Lady, and is the first coin designed by Tiffany & Co. (whose hallmark, T&Co, appears as an artist mark on both sides of the coin. [via usmint | world gold council]

Gold encased lipstick studded with diamonds

Gold is stunning and if you want that seductive feeling of luxury you're going to like the 18 carat gold collection by Guerlain . Guerlain is the oldest perfume house in the world. They are known for selling cosmetic and beauty products, beauty care for the body, face and the decollette.

Guerlain has new line of beauty products, this is the KissKiss Gold and Diamonds lipstick designed in France and decorated with solid yellow gold and has casing of 110 grams of 18 carat gold, studded with diamonds.

The KissKiss lipstick comes in 15 colours – six reds, six pinks and three neutral shades and price for $27.00 each and retails for $62,000.

The KissKiss lipstick presented in a gold case and you love now contains plenty of holiday sparkle. The gold case can be engraved with a customized name or message and can be filled.
The gloss of pink, rose, and beige shade bring subtle color to the lips, but provides a glistening sheen and the infusion of tiny gold particles to both the formula.

According to Designer Herve Van Der Stracten, that the lipstick represents simplicity and mystery. And said that "This element of surprise creates curiosity and longing, which is what I hope each woman experiences when she clutches KissKiss Gold and Diamonds in the heart of her hand,"

The KissKiss lipstick will be available though Guerlain Boutiques at four select retailers in the US from November 7th by appointment only.

What do you think about this color for your lips? Do you prefer lip colors close to your natural lip color of more dramatic colors?

Gold, Diamond, Silver Necklaces

[via world gold council | neimanmarcus]

Million-dollar dress made of Gold coins

We have discovered the latest bling bling accessories and expensive clothes like jewel-studded outfits, most expensive wedding gowns, Victoria's secret million dollar bra and a Cinderella bra.

Here is another expensive clothes that you would like to know.

At the Bunka Fashion college in Tokyo , student models ramp the outfits with gold coins. The coins is made of 1,5000 Australian gold coins and valued at more than $1.2 million. The dresses were three pieces of garb, a full-length dress weighing 10kg and two jackets weighing up to 21 kg. The dresses were so heavy so as the models promptly taken off the load of his weighed down in a 15kg jacket.

If you wore gold coined dresses on the the streets, thieves are going to have good time, stealing the coins one by one. Can you see yourself wearing this million dollar dress that is too heavy because of the gold coin?

via Bornrich | Reuters

Cartier Ballon Bleu watch made of sapphire crystals

The Cartier Ballon Bleu jewelry watch gets its name from the sapphires cabochon crown which is incorporated into its rounded case. The rounded watch is available in 19 versions in three sizes 42, 36.5, and 28.5 mm and in 18K white, pink or yellow gold and stainless steel with 18K yellow gold. The movement is the automatic Cartier caliber 049, it has sapphire crystals and the dial features a subtle "C" motif. The prices range from $4,950 to $46,000.


[via Time Zone, Luxurist]

Statue of Moon Man for MTV awards that is made of diamonds

This piece from Jacob & Co. is their special diamond moon man for the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards which took place last night. The statue is an extreme version of the moon man award which is given to winners. The Jacob & Co. version has 15 carats of black and white diamonds set in 14k gold. The statue weighs over two pounds and is worth more than $200,000.