Marcasite ensembles have a touch of modern sophistication with an antique Victorian feel, a must-have collection in your jewellery chest. The jewellery settings featuring this metal vary- a better quality ensemble will involve hand-setting of beads while the cheaper jewellery will encompass gluing of beads into the setting; this technique makes the ensemble more susceptible to loss.

Marcasite is a yellow-colored mineral formed from iron sulfite. It is a malleable stone that does not function well as a jewellery base. Marcasite ensembles are prone to damage if dropped or subjected to any kind of friction. It was believed that marcasite had mystical powers that would shield the wearer against negative energies and improve communication skills. Marcasite has a brassy yellow color; few have a green tint, grayish or a multi-colored tarnish that is the outcome of oxidation. Its pyrite, also called marcasite, is often used in jewellery making, preferably with gems and silver. It is frequently found in low-priced silver jewellery and in watches. Marcasite has been used in the jewellery from time and beyond, percolating into many cultures and legends.

This gem stones pronounces an iridescent quality when exposed to light. These stone have a silver color or a metallic luster; when faceted at the top, it will trap the light and glow like small diamonds. Marcasite in combination with sterling silver can be used in intricate designs and filigree work.

Pair your evening dress with Marcasite silver Filigree Ring available at MySolitaire.

“…Love, all alike, no season knows nor clime,
Nor hours, days, months, which are the rags of time….”
The Sun Rising.
By John Donne


Love is a miracle, love’s ecstasy, love’ the food that keeps us alive. Ironically, a single day has been dedicated to celebrate this most beautiful human emotion. Valentine’s Day is a traditional day when lovers express their passions to their beloveds. The legend of this date revolves around Saint Valentine who was martyred, back in the roman era. Factually the Christian priest he was persecuted and buried, by Emperor Claudius, for refusing to convert to roman paganism. Performing a miracle, he installed sight to the jailer’s daughter before he was executed. This story though has no reference to love or romance; there are more popular adaptations of the fable. The most popular, defines Valentine as priest who rebuffed Claudius’ law against marriage. He secretly performed weddings of the languished soldiers. Thus since then his martyrs day is celebrated as Valentine’s Day. The roman maidens believed that sleeping with bay leaves under the pillow on Valentine’s eve would get the vision of their future love in their dream.

Conventionally lovers gift flowers, cards and sweets as a gesture of love. The list goes beyond to perfumes, precious accessories and jewelry.A gift can be a true symbol of ones feelings.

Style: Look for a ring or a band that suits the finger size. Pick elongated shapes for slim and long fingers or round cut Diamonds for soft chubby hands.

Wear-ability: Some times people are allergic to certain metals. Platinum suits all hyposensitive skin types. Secondly see to it that the ring is well curved to avoid any mishaps. The setting should not hinder convenience. Go for sleeker wedding rings.

Durability: The metal, stone and setting are the three standards to be confirmed. The metal should be hard enough to withstand scratching. Certain stones are too soft to resist regular wearing; here diamond would be least problematic. The setting of the gem should be able to hold the stone securely.

Maintenance: Platinum requires least maintenance; perfect to withstand daily manhandling. Gold too needs a rare polishing.

So go ahead pick up a beautiful ring for your beautiful beloved.

Celebration and Love seems to have covered the entire world with its merry veil. The holiday fairy has touched its bounty wand on every one of us. And it’s the beloved that calls to be treated first. Don’t know what to gift your darling? Why don’t you gift something that can be treasured for life as a reminder of your love? Jewelry will be perfect to express your emotions. Just have a look at some of these mind blowing Christmas Gift Ideas …..

GIRLFRIEND

You spend so much on gifts but if the person is unable to use it all the money and more so the emotions go waste. Make sure that you get the right gift for the right person. Every lady wears jewelry according to her age, her profession or the occasion. Check out these categories to suit her style.



Trendy Twenties Pick up something chic and delicate. Like this Two Strand Necklace extremely trendy to go with all outfits. You can also go in for elaborate dangle earrings in gold or silver studded with gemstones.


Corporate Twenties If she likes more corporate kind of jewelry, sleek and stylish. Gift her Gemstone Stud Pendants or the antique style Silver Jewelry simply classy. These Smokey Quartz and Yellow Sapphire Stud Earrings can make a great gift for your love.


Thriving Thirties This is the ultimate age where you can flaunt all types of jewelry with utmost panache. Rightly said you look the hottest at this stage so just live it to the fullest.Chunky gems, flashy diamonds, gold or platinum you can choose from a range of the jewelry. But the key is to maintain elaborate designs. Something like this Aquamarine Pendant or a Diamond Pendant dazzling a solitaire would be an ideal choice.



BOYFRIEND

Gift your boyfriend that would match his style and give him a classy appeal. Pick up some useful products to make a statement.

Handsome Hunk Make your dude look even hotter with an impressive Single Black Diamond Stud. A poker key chain would be a great choice.

Stylish Professional If he wears French cuffs you can present him Sterling Silver Cufflinks. Even a Tie Bar would be a useful gift.


Check out more smart gifts at MySolitaire.com. And if you want more details you can now talk directly at our LIVE CHAT.

Women on the daily basis wear almost minimal jewelry. But earrings are the most fundamental accessory, irrespective of their age. Particularly the studs are almost a part of their everyday attire. They are convenient to wear and give a quick stylish finishing touch to the look. Especially Gemstone studs are a perfect match in myriad colors. Choosing the right earrings is therefore extremely imperative. Check out how you can achieve your own signature style.

There can be different criterions to get the ideal Gemstone Studs.

e-Value-ate You have to first decide how precious you want the earrings to be. In case you want prestigious studs to mark your style Emerald, Sapphire and Ruby would be perfect. Try more modern gems like Tanzanite or Peridot for a chic look.

Gem Check: Once you have selected the stone examine the hue, saturation and tone of the gem properly.

Cut n Craft: The cut and setting can make the stone appear bigger or smaller and even increase the fire.

Metallica: Certain gemstones reflect the color of the metal used. The brighter metals can be made more fiery in yellow gold. White metals give a subtler look to your studs.

You’re Style: Pick the shape and color to suit your face. The gem should glow-up your skin. Smaller stones are good when you are still in school but a lady of stature definitely needs more carats.

Create your own Studs: Now if you don’t find the Studs satisfying all your requirements. Go ahead and design your own Gemstone Stud earrings at My Solitaire.

Now don’t you want to look extra special this Christmas? So go ahead design your own Studs.

First examine the clarity, color and cut of both the earrings properly.

The flawless big solitaires are definitely more expensive. But you can compress the price by picking the brilliant cut, eye-clean diamonds that are mounted in prongs. The cut magnifies the fire and the setting improves color and brilliance.

The metal selection too is crucial as the tone of the metal is reflected in the diamond. So if the color is slightly yellowish, it can be checked by mounting the stone in platinum.

If you have a crystal white diamond, the yellow gold can be opted for a brighter classic look.

Choose the right size to match your face. In case you have a broader face the tinny studs would not do justice. Similarly for a richer look choose the chunky rocks.

Like wise the oval and heart shaped studs look great on rounder faces. For a well described jaw line use the princess or emerald cut studs.

Though round is the most popular shape to suit all faces. Try experimenting with the shape for an appealing style. For example princess-cut goes well with the corporate look, the star-cut for teenagers and wear the trillion-cut earrings at a wedding party.

So now when you decide to flatter yourself with the Diamond Studs, pick up the best to bring out your style. And why not Diamonds are a girl’s best friend!

Tanzanite is an extremely attractive purplish blue gem radiating the beauty of sapphire and amethyst. It’s this extraordinary color that has made it a favorite with celebrities and style muses. Recently discovered in Tanzania it is a fantastic addition to the gem treasury.

Color is the most important parameter to value a Tanzanite

The finest stone emanates deep blue tone in daylight, though a purely blue gem is very rare. Too dark or light are generally less valued though are extremely appealing. Tanzanite is a trichroic gem; it radiates a different color when viewed from different angles. The same stone may look purple, blue or brownish blue. Loved for its violet hues it is often adorned in white gold.

This lush color is achieved by heating as the stone when discovered is brown.

Wear this December birthstone in pendants and earrings, and experience the exuberance radiate through you.

Topaz is the Texas state gemstone and the anniversary gem for the 19th and 23rd wedding anniversary. Topaz is a vibrant gem found in shades of brown, red, orange, pink, yellow and white. Natural Blue Topaz is extremely rare hence most of the Blue Topaz available is processed to achieve the color. Vivacious and plush, it is the accepted December birthstone.

The attractive azure shades are created through uniform irradiation. The light blue Topaz is known as the Sky Blue Topaz, the brighter blue is the Swiss Blue Topaz and the deep transparent is London Blue Topaz. White gold and platinum are the ideal metals to accent the appeal of the gem. The permanent process makes it ideal for jewelry.

Topaz is fabled to guard the wearer from evil, poison and danger even death. It sooths the brain, boost appetite, calm anger and give a cooling effect. In ancient times people wore it to miraculously make men handsome and intelligent and sterile women bear children.

Wear it in rings, pendants and earrings, hugging your body and see your aura glow.