Fine Gold Jewelry - Then And Now

Passion and heart are hallmarks of fine gold jewelry design as an art form .  The history of jewelry design is rich in cultural influences and even modern day jewelry takes its  roots from styles established centuries ago. Moreover, it  has also been relatively substantial in various factors of the society such as social status religion  and even inside the family. One of the most prominent countries when it comes to  the history of jewelry design is Italy. Italian jewelries is said to be highly influenced by Rome which was very powerful during  the ancient times.

These elegant pieces we adorn ourselves with has been very significant in the culture of the  different societies in the world. Different cultures and nations created a significant mark in the history of jewelry  design which include the Greeks Asian and the Egyptians. In southern Italy in the Etruscan period the various kinds of jewelry found  bore unmistakable signs of influence from these nations. The jewelers’ processes of the 9th and 4th centuries BC are still being employed  today and allow current Italian jewelry designers to remain unparalleled in their unique designs.

One  of the most prominent 19th century Italian artisans is Pio Fortuna Castellani. The Etruscan technique for crafting gold jewelry known as  granulation was revived by Castellani and brought 19th century fame to the designer. Fine gold jewelers are, almost without exception, found to have  been infused by their craft with passion almost to the point of obsession.  These designers put the highest quality, originality and diversity into  their work.

Gold has always been the most highly prized metal in Italian designer jewelry and remains so  today. It’s affinity to the color of the sun was revered by the ancients believing the  human mind, body and spirit has a strong, innate connection to gold. Coming in close second to  Italian gold is the sterling silver which many jewelers used to design and embellish any part of the  body. Some designers’ passion brings them  to devote themselves exclusively to work in sterling silver creating beautiful ornaments for every  part of the human body High quality and uniqueness keep jewelry designs from Italy without  equal. Designer jewelry is in demand for both gold and silver along with valuable gemstones for  added color and flair.

Designer jewelry is in high demand today and will continue to be for quite some time. The wearing of a finely designed, high quality gold  jewelry piece unfailingly invokes pride and pleasure in the wearer.

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