Let it snow! The "Star of Africa collection" by Asscher features sapphire crystal dome rings filled with floating diamonds, which appear like snowflakes in a snow globe.
"Cartier and America" covers the history of the House of Cartier from its first great successes as the ?king of jewelers and jeweler to kings? during the Belle Epoque through to the 1960s and 1970s, when Cartier supplied celebrities of the day with their jewels and luxury accessories. The exhibit runs from December 19, 2009 - April 18, 2010 at the Legion of Honor in San Francisco, California USA.
The National Jewelry Treasury, Iran
The Crown Jewels of Iran have been little more than a legend in the past. Travelers marveled at the splendor surrounding the shahs of ancient Persia; but few were permitted to examine it in any detail. Until now. The Central Bank of the Islamic Republic of Iran has permitted visitors to experience the National Jewelry Treasury 3 days per week. Every piece of this collection is a reflection of the tumultuous history of this great nation, and artistry of the residents of this land. Each piece recalls memories of bitter-sweet victories and defeats, of the pride and arrogance of rulers who were powerful or weak.
L'aime du Voyage--Vuitton & Baumer Ingenius Collaboration
The new Louis Vuitton collection ?L'aime du Voyage? (The Soul of the Journey) was made in collaboration with jewelry artist Lorenz Baumer and embodies the spirit of travelling. The collection is comprised of six sets of jewels, each featuring a one-of-a-kind necklace as the focal point. Prices range from about $74,025 to $2.7 million (US dollars).
Neanderthals Wore Jewelry And Makeup
Scientists working in Spain say they've got evidence of some pretty sophisticated Neanderthal inventions ? body ornaments and cosmetics. To archaeologists, ornaments like shells and body painting aren't just ornaments, they're evidence of "symbolic thinking." Things that represent ideas.