DEAL OF THE WEEK!!!

Chalcedony, a variety of quartz, was used in the Mediterranean region to create fine artifacts as early as the Bronze Era. Today this stone is commonly found in the United States, Austria, Czech Republic, Iceland, Mexico, Great Britain, New Zealand, Turkey, Russia, and Brazil. The gem comes in a variety of hues including blue, lavender, white, light tan, gray, yellow, pink, red, and brown. Chalcedony is said to absorb negative energy and harmonize the mind, body, and spirit.

The Blue Chalcedony Ring by Anya Jewels is the perfect cocktail ring to liven up any evening dress.  Its oval semi-precious blue chalcedony stone is smooth and whimsical. The stone is bezel set in gold vermeil and contains a thin band. The ring measures 1 1/8” long. Buy through Max & Chloe for the sale of $42!

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Now that you’ve heard all about designer Francesca Belluomini and her creations, its time to tell you about one of two giveaways she is offering to Jewelry Revelations readers. One lucky winner will receive the Cotton Crochet & White Coral Necklace valued at $80.

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Italian born designer Francesca Belluomini realized her innate love of fashion at a tender age spending hours going through her grandmother’s armoire full of enchanting evening gowns and costume jewelry. As a young adult, Belluomini went on to pursue a degree in classical studies and sociology at the University of Cesare Alfieri in Florence. Thereafter, she traveled throughout the world finding joy in transforming objects from nature into extraordinary pieces of jewelry. She began creating handmade jewelry from her Florida home for friends and family who later encouraged her to launch her own line. Belluomini receives inspiration from nature and uses stones, shells, silk, cotton, paper, and vintage findings to create her designs. Her latest collection is inspired by her summer vacations on the Mediterranean.

The Blue Lace Agate Lariat is unique, bold, and elegant. I had the opportunity to view this lariat and was quite enthralled by its simple, yet lavish design. This necklace is embellished with vibrant agate stones in oval and almond faceted shapes. Both ends of the lariat contain a stunning jumbo blue silk tassel. This lariat is approximately 54” long and can be wrapped numerous ways to create different looks. Buy through Francesca Belluomini for $90.

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