19th Century French Gemset Ring with Amethyst, Diamonds, and Emeralds April 4th inspired by the French phrase

inspired by the French phrase Penser-a-moi (think-of-me ) pansies are of special import to the language of flowers that were sentimentally represented in jewelry symbolism

natural baroque pearl center is a show-stopping example

70cts of support diamonds

also the September birthstone

When cinema boomed

19th Century French Gemset Ring with Amethyst, Diamonds, and Emeralds April 4th inspired by the French phraseDuring medieval times, wearing jewelry in French society was a mark of status, while farmers and commoners were forbidden from using certain pieces themselves for the same purpose. It wasnt until the 19th Century when Napoleon, as emperor of the new French Empire, lifted such bans, and soon enough displays of wealth and finery were on show from all citizens. Lifting the ban also helped to give the jewelry industry in France a boost once commoners were