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India is one of the major markets for the jewellery in the world

and is going to touch US$ 100 billion in next 5 years. Jewellery in India is sold mostly on the quantity of the material than the design and workmanship.

A nation where jewellery is a tradition and an emotion, the awareness and availability of correct information about jewellery is surprisingly limited.

We have bloggers, influencers, designers and experts doing great work in providing content on the jewellery for the consumers, but there are no comprehensive platforms which connects all of them. With The J Mag, we aim to fill this void by creating a platform that brings together various sources of jewellery information, curated from the best in the industry.

We are modelling The J Mag as a conglomeration of digital media channels, a website, a blog, social media channels and an e-magazine all working together to provide the best of information about jewellery curated from the most prominent and popular sources of information. The readers can use the platform to explore further about jewellery using the unique website links we provided to various brands, designers and bloggers.

I take this opportunity to thank all our content partners Abaran Timeless Jewellery, Bhima Jewellers, Forevermark, HRD, StylePrer, Swarovski Gemstones and Vibhavana Foundation for joining hands in this journey and we are in talks with other reputed brands to join us to provide latest and authentic information on jewellery. I would like to thank my writers for adding value to The J Mag with their contribution.

The debut edition of The J Mag unfolds plethora of surprises.. Read on....

Divya Vijayan Send us your feedbacks, suggesstions to editor@jmag.in

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The J Mag is delighted to we and writers for contributing exc will reach out to ‘fall in love

Abaran-Timeless Jewellery

Bhima Jewellers

Since 1935 Abaran has been creating fabulously enchanting ornaments with intricate patterns and unadulterated beauty. Today, Abaran is one of the finest jewellery houses in India winning hearts and imagination of its jewellery aficionados creating truly timeless jewellery.

The most trusted jeweller since 1925 continues the heritage of making best quality precious metal jewellery and make a difference in the society in all possible ways, along the way.

Style Prer

Swarovski Gemstones

StylePrer is a blog library with an eclectic mix of posts on jewellery styling, watches, fashion and lifestyle.

Since the very beginning, back in 1895, our innovative thinking, technical precision and outstanding quality have been essential for the continued success and international reputation of our brand. Swarovski Gemstones in India partners with the best and reputed jewellery manufacturers and retailers to create stupendous pieces.

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Platinum Guild International

Since 1447, Antwerp has been synonymous with quality diamonds and superior craftsmanship. The Antwerp Diamond Heritage reveals the creative dynamism behind the diamond industry; unravelling the mysteries and beauty of the diamond, all of which has the makings of a compelling story.

Platinum Guild International (PGI) is a marketing organisation which was created in 1975 with the vision to develop the global platinum jewellery market as a new demand source for platinum. Since then, jewellery development has demonstrated a strong track record in delivering results, and platinum jewellery has contributed ~80 million ounces of demand.

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An acclaimed Indian classical Bharatanatyam dancer. She is also a choreographer, teacher,and writer and also the founder of Vibhana Foundation.

A postgraduate in Biotechnology, her love for books has carved her into a writer.

Having her lineage in traditional jewellery making and gold business, her affection for jewellery making and designing has never ceased to amaze her.

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Every jewellery piece tells a story

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Reflections of nature

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AISDIAMOND FORVER

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Watches

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Braidytales

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Temple Tales

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Celebrating the Daughters of Today

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Redefining Earthly Beauty

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Madame Bijou

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COVER PAGE COURTESY: NAC JEWELLERS, CHENNAI

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Importance of Jewellery Certification

The Brand Story

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A diamond is forever!

Jewellery trends of Millennials

RoopaVohra House of Design

Why Kerala is ‘Gold’s own country?

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Offers & Estores

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Every jewellery pi Ashwini Oza, a renowned jewellery designer and Partner of ‘Studio by Ashwini Oza’ understands the value and the sentiments attached to a jewellery piece and recommends every one to restore the traditional pieces She gives the old jewellery pieces a fresh look with her creativity, restores without hurting the sentimental values attached to the piece.

She creates the something very new and beautiful out of old pieces keeping the original form. Every piece out from her jewellery studio has a story to say.

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The tradition of passing on jewellery from one generation to another generation conveys the sanctity of the traditions and the sentiments attached. With the latest jewellery designs and light weight jewellery making trends people either do not have time or patience to value their antique or traditional jewellery which has been passed on from generations. They either sell it for a new piece or it remains in their locker for ages. Heirloom is a piece of jewellery attached with history to some, but it will always have a special meaning for one generation to pass down to the next. The piece is a reminiscence of its origin, family memories and also of the people who might not be with us any longer and this is why they are usually priceless and should be cared for and preserved when they can.

iece tells a story Jewellery should be made from heart is what she believes in and rooted deeply with Indian traditions and rich cultural heritage, she permeates the contemporary and sophisticated design aspects to the piece. “Every piece that come is challenge as it is true piece of craftmanship which cannot

be shaken. I must ensure and protect the purity of the work, value the skill and imagination of the creator. The effort and the hardships that go into restoring the piece pave for the appreciations from the y clients and that satisfaction and contentment cannot be express in words,� says Ashwini.

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Basically, an interior designer who has worked under big banners and creative minds in the industry, Ashwini decided to stream her creativity into jewellery designing turning the mundane into more vivacious and beautiful. Her baby steps into jewellery designing started from the grassroot level. She would sit with the karigars and learn every aspect in detail. As creativity and passion was always in her, the jewellery making imbibed into her. As the time passed on, she mastered the art and today her creativity and passion can be seen in the pieces she designs.

BEFORE

Every piece she designs is unique and is never duplicated or repeated. Her distinct and signature style can be seen in every piece that is rolled out of her studio.

Listen to your jewellery tale!!!

AFTER

BY ASHWINI OZA studiobyashwinioza

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Reflections of nature Peony Kinetic Locket – Gold Necklace

Tulip Locket Necklace – Handmade and Kinetic

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pecialising in fine, kinetic jewellery, Victoria’s work is inspired by the beauty of natural forms; her signature botanical lockets featuring miniature articulated flowers that gently emerge and unfold from within. These moving designs are inspired by the sentimental nature of lockets, in that sometimes the most precious and treasured elements are hidden beneath the surface. Using traditional techniques with precious metals and diamonds, every tiny petal is hand formed and precisely engineered to create these beautiful impressions of the natural world.

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Sunflower Locket

Beautiful and intricate, Victoria’s signature flower lockets feature tiny articulated flowers that emerge and unfold from within. These contemporary lockets are reflections of nature at work, and the captivating element of opening each flower into bloom evokes an endearing sense of theatre and play. Just as in a traditional locket, the most important and precious parts of Victoria’s creations hide inside.

Thistle Locket Necklace – Handmade And Kinetic

The fine detail and skilled craftsmanship of each delicate flower remains a secret until revealed by the wearer, and it this element of intrigue and a shared experience that gives this precious kinetic jewellery its sentimental qualities.

These unique flower jewellery pieces make the perfect gift for anyone looking for contemporary anniversary jewellery, something special for a milestone birthday gift, or a gift to celebrate the birth of a child (known as a ‘push present’).

These memory-marking jewels soon take on stories and become heirloom jewellery; treasured keepsakes to be passed down through generations.

For more of Victoria Walker Jewellery visit www.vwjewellery.co.uk

Daisy Locket Gold

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GENERATIONS PART ONE Jewellery has always taken a special place in our tradition. The jewellery industry sprout out as an unorganised sector has come a long way transforming to an industry. There are many jewellery brands who have entered the market in last few decades. while some have unable to shine through, leaving the stage, but there are jewellery centurions who have a long history and heritage.

Here is the part one of the series of legacy jewellery brands of India who have created a niche in the industry as well as in the hearts of the people. Emerging with the latest trends and technology, these brands have set an example for the new generation entrepreneurs.

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PNG JEWELLERS 1832

Established in 1832, the tale of the brand is said to be an epic, scripted meticulously by six generations of the Gadgil’s family. Started by late Purshottam Narayan Gadgil, he was a doyen of the family and the chief architect who captured the hearts and imagination of the people with his ethics and his jewellery. Today the brand has distinct styles to offer from its versatile range. PNG Jewellers is a 186-year-old brand that has its roots in Sangli, Maharashtra. The very first big milestone was the establishment of our family run flagship store at Laxmi Road, Pune, around 60 years ago. We have since become a private limited company and expanded with 27 outlets across Maharashtra, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, US and UAE.

WWW.PNGADGIL.COM

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LALA JUGAL KISHORE 1857

Setting up their mark since 1857, Lala Jugal Kishore has established itself as an ethical player in the market. it was once donned by royal courtesans of Awadh. I realized it is important that this art form is showcased to the world and therefore Jewels of Awadh was born.

The brand believes in good designs, ethics and transparency as its three pillars on which success in jewellery industry is based on. The brand’s USP is is to bring something nobody else has to offer for our customers. Jewels of Awadh is a classic example for the same. It brings authentic Vintage Jewels that are procured from History.

WWW.LALAJUGALKISHORE.COM

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WAMAN HARI PETHE JEWELLERS 1909

This brand which was established in 1909 is known for Maharashtrian Jewellery and craftsmanship, and generations after generations have adorned themselves in ornaments by Waman Hari Pethe Jewellers (WHP) Jewellers. With changing times its appeal to the youth has also been strong. Keeping in mind the needs of a modern Indian woman, who doesn’t restrict herself to just bridal Jewellery, the brand boasts a variety of collections for every day, cocktail and contemporary Jewellery along with statement bridal Jewellery.

WWW.WHP.NET.IN

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NAC JEWELLERS 1917

Begun by N Anjaneyalu Chetty in a 150 sq ft space in North Mada Street, Mylapore, in 1973, the organisation has grown in leaps and bounds thanks to their age-old mantra of providing quality and service to their varied clientele. Times were tough, and the newly established jewellery brand’s primary target audience was the highly educated community of the area. In the midst of a real challenge of selling to a discerning clientele, N Anjaneyalu Chetty emphasised two primary goals for his store – quality and service. Even four decades on, that time-honoured tradition continues to hold NAC in good stead. Ananatha Padmanaban joined his father in 1977, as a 16-year-old. They moved from a rented store to their own, exclusive 2,400 sq ft showroom down the same street in Mylapore. “In 1998, NAC was commissioned to make the Diamond Crown for Goddess Padmavati in Tirupathi. A piece of rare workmanship, the glittering crown is one-and-a-half feet high, offering a spectacular sight to pilgrims.

WWW.NACJEWELLERS.COM

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“Are the diamonds in my jewellery of good quality?”

“How do I know if my diamonds are genuine or no?”

“Is there any resale value or buyback value for the jewellery I purchased?”

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“How can I be sure of what I have purchased or am going to purchase?”

IMPORTANCE OF JEWELLERY CERTIFICATION Every jewellery piece we own, purchase or gift has an emotional value attached to it. The emotions attached to owning something precious is part of human nature. When we doubt our decisions, we often look up to another to guide us into clarifying our doubts and help us become informed buyers.

We often find ourselves in a dilemma when it comes to the quality of the diamonds, gemstones or metal content of the jewellery we own. In the first part of this series we will deal with some of the most common questions regarding jewellery certification. This is just the beginning of a very informative series on jewellery, diamonds, coloured stones, certification and education.

Lab & Education

Jewellery is like a biography. A story that tells the many chapters of our life.

So what is a jewellery grading report?

A jewellery grading report commonly known as a jewellery certificate is a grading report issued by a 3rd party. The report provides general information on the quality of diamonds, gemstones and metal content used in the jewellery.

How different are jewellery grading reports compared to loose diamond reports?

Loose diamond grading reports are issued for diamonds which are not set in any jewellery. These reports confirm a polished natural diamond’s authenticity and provide a detailed description of its key characteristics, the so-called 4Cs: Carat, Colour, Clarity and Cut. Jewellery grading reports on the other hand are issued for diamonds or gemstones which are mounted in a piece of jewellery. These reports provide a general description of the jewellery, the diamonds or gemstones it contains and the precious metals of which it is made.

Who issues these grading reports?

Grading reports are mostly issued by internationally reputed and recognized gemmological laboratories.

How can you become an informed customer?

You can become an informed customer by asking questions to the seller, educate yourself by learning more about diamonds, gemstones as well as jewellery and understand the report by reading the information printed in the report, their terms and conditions.

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Jewellery trends of Millennials The

younger generations or the trending term ‘Millennial do not hold or carry jewellery in the same esteem or style as their predecessors. They always want something new something different from what their friends or peers have. It is all about keeping up with the latest trends, styles more personal, which will make them unique.

overpowered the importance of the metal used in making of these stunning pieces of jewellery.

Teens look to express themselves while latching onto the latest trends in jewellery that will match with their attire. They prefer jewellery that ranges from silver and gold to diamonds and other stones as well as other materials

As time goes, trends begin to evolve, and the younger generation take in the pre-existing trends and put their own creative twist to it. With every passing time and generations, the trends in jewellery changing in terms of style, trend, metal and design.

While the material has slowly become trivial, the style and www.jivaana.com designs have

While for some the traditional jewellery will have a sentimental values attached and desire to wearing those, whereas, some avid fashionistas love to go a little jazzy with tribal jewellery and big chunks which add great poise and grace.

Fresh and vibrant designs, Versatile in terms of kinetic movements or colour changing stones, and Unconventional are some of the terms that will describe millennial jewellery.

As part of short survey I had a tête-à-tête some beautiful girls to get a taste of the millennial jewellery style.

Guest Article

Neha Bhuvarahan (Mount Carmel College) Tribal jewellery. Makes me connect more to the primitive human.

My favourite piece: Nose ring because it made me associate more with my mother.

Take on traditional jewellery: Speaks of history on its own and has a great sense sentiments attached to every piece.

Preference: I like moderately heavy jewellery

Srushti Venkatesh (DY Patel Medical College) www.surewaydm.com

Preference : Bracelets My Favourite Piece: It is a necklace that I always wear, because it’s very elegant and doesn’t catch a lot of attention but completes the look

Abirami Rajesh (Jain University SHSS) Preference: Dainty and delicate jewellery, it’s easier to wear them on a daily basis and it can be worn with any outfit.

My favourite piece : It heart pendant necklace, it’s my favourite because it was a graduation gi�t.

Take on Traditional Jewellery: It just makes an attire go from 0 to 100 in terms of score. But then again, there are times it can make the entire outfit too loud. They look beautiful only for special occasions, wearing heavy earrings on a daily basis is not my cup of tea.

Anoushka David (St.Joseph’s Autonomous College) Preference: I like elaborate earrings, either silver or a little creative ones that dangle.

My favourite piece: Silver jhumkas because it goes well with everything, not only Indian

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Sharon Christopher (Jain University SHSS) Preference: I like wearing rings and earrings, I think they just enhance the outfit or makes it more put together My Favourite Piece: A peacock jhumka, silver in colour and I think it’s absolutely beautiful because it is a blend of tradition and trend.

Take on Traditional Jewellery: It is authentic and beautiful, it is an expression of culture through jewellery. One additional advantage is that they never go out of style.

Ideally I am not a big fan of heavy jewellery but just enough to add that extra essence to an outfit shopping.rediff.com

Preksha Vimal Jain (Jain University SHSS) Preference: I always like diamond and kundan jewellery because that type of jewellery is never out fashioned, and it always looks rich, let it be just an earring or a necklace it always looks smart and simple.

My favourite piece: My moms old kundan choker because when I wore it for first time it looked simple but bold.

Take on Traditional Jewellery: I always go for traditional jewellery. The beauty of traditional jewellery is that it always helps you stick to your traditional roots because of which it never gets old. It is always in fashion because people like people say “old is gold” and people always like to wear old things and show o�f

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Anagha Sangeetha (Jain University SHSS) Preference: Diamonds, because it goes with anything and everything you’ll never see anyone complain about their diamond earrings looking bad with their outfit.

My favourite piece: The gold and sliver necklace with diamond studded pendant because my aunt got it for me on my 18th birthday and I wear it everyday Take on Traditional Jewellery :It’s amazing, but it is usually purchased only for an event unlike casual jewellery. I mean it’s called traditional for a reason and there’s a new trend of mixing traditional jewellery with modern clothes which looks pretty good when you know how to pair them. Not a fan of wearing it myself but I love seeing other people wearing it.

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SKY-DWELLER OYSTER, 42 MM, OYSTERSTEEL AND YELLOW GOLD.

A distinctive technological masterpiece protected by 11 to 14 patents depending on the model, the Rolex Sky-Dweller provides the information global travellers need to keep track of time at a glance. Launched in 2012, the Sky-Dweller is a compelling timepiece of revolutionary design that blends to perfection mechanical sophistication and ease of use.

MODEL FEATURES

ROLESOR Gold is coveted for its lustre and nobility. Steel reinforces strength and reliability. Together, they harmoniously combine the best of their properties. A true Rolex signature, Rolesor has featured on Rolex models since the early 1930s, and was trademarked as a name in 1933. It is one of the prominent pillars of the Oyster collection.

Watches

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WHITE DIAL

A fixed inverted red triangle on the dial points to the chosen reference time – the time at home or at the traveller’s usual workplace – on the off-centre 24-hour disc. At a glance, this 24-hour display clearly distinguishes daytime hours from night-time hours in the other time zone. The dials now feature rectangular index hour markers and longer hands, as well as a Chromalight display with long-lasting luminescence, which enhances legibility.

The Sky-Dweller is fitted on a solid-link Oyster bracelet in Oystersteel, in the case of the white Rolesor version, or, for the yellow Rolesor version, an Oyster bracelet combining Oystersteel and 18 ct yellow gold. The Oyster bracelet benefits from the new concealed attachment system beneath the bezel which ensures seamless visual continuity between the bracelet and case. It is equipped with a folding

MODEL FEATURES

THE OYSTER BRACELET

Oysterclasp and also features the ingenious Rolex-patented Easylink rapid extension system that allows the wearer to easily increase the bracelet length by approximately 5 mm, for additional comfort in any circumstance.

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9001 MOVEMENT The Sky-Dweller is equipped with calibre 9001, a self-winding mechanical movement entirely developed and manufactured by Rolex. Protected by seven patents, it is one of the most complex calibres ever developed by the brand. Its architecture, manufacturing quality and innovative features make it singularly precise and reliable.

The two time zones are displayed simultaneously. Local time is indicated by the conventional centre hour, minute and seconds hands.

It can be set quickly and easily by means of a mechanism that allows the hour hand to be adjusted independently in one-hour increments both forwards and backwards. Neither the minute and seconds nor the reference time in the second time zone are affected. And, since the watch is not stopped, accuracy is preserved. Reference time in the traveller’s usual place of residence or work is read on a rotating off-centre disc. A fixed inverted red triangle points to the wearer’s chosen reference time. The disc’s 24-hour display allows travellers to clearly distinguish daytime hours from night-time hours in the distant time zone (for example, 10 p.m. versus 10 a.m.). The date change is linked to local time and occurs within a few milliseconds at midnight.

So the date displayed in the aperture is always the current date in the wearer’s local time zone.

MODEL FEATURES

DUAL TIME ZONE

for more on rolex watches, www.abaran.in

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Inaugural Issue

Bridal Baubles

by Karan Kothari Jewellers

Collection: Bridal Baubles by Karan Kothari Jewellers | Stands out for: Handcrafted Carved in: 22 k Yellow gold | Charmed with: Precious Gemstones and Jadau karigari Occasion to flaunt: The Bridal Moment | Price: On Request Availability: Across Karan Kothari Jewellers outlets

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Exquisite Fine Jewellery by TBZ- the Original

Uniqueness: Blend of Traditional and Modern Aesthetics | Carved in: 22 k Yellow Gold | Charmed with: Polkis, Kundan, & Pearls | Occasion to flaunt: Bridal Moment | Price: On Request | Availability: Across TBZ – The Original stores in India

Exclusive Edition Jewels for the Brides Squad by Manubhai Jewellers Carved in: 22 k Yellow gold | Charmed with: Coloured Beads, Emeralds and Semi-Precious Gemstones, Sea Pearls, Pink Pota Stones | Occasion to flaunt: Brides Squad | Price: On Request | Availability: Manubhai Jewellers, Borivali (West) showroom

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THE BRAND STORY

A TIMELESS APPEAL OF SWAROVSKI ZIRCONIA

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irconia and Gemstones from Swarovski lead the field worldwide, and are celebrated by international brands, designers, and manufacturers. Since the very beginning, back in 1895, Swarovski’s innovative ideas, technical precision and outstanding quality have been essential for the continued success and international reputation of the Swarovski brand. Today, it is a company of creative visionaries with a passion for perfection.

All stones are cut and polished meticulously, bringing out the full intensity of the natural light and creating brilliant, superlative results.

Each year, Swarovski launches a new collection of cuts and colours to help explore the creative boundaries of design.

Gemstones from Swarovski are unique in their character and quality, from the day they leave the factory workshop, to the moment customers hold them in their hands. Zirconia from Swarovski convinces with its superior brilliance. Only the finest raw materials and the

most precise cutting techniques are used in the production of the stones, reflecting a continuous commitment to technical perfection. These are products that are pleasant and easy to work with, especially in very small sizes suitable for pave designs.

Swarovski’s Ingredient Branding (IB) programme with the two ingredient brands “ZIRCONIA from SWAROVSKI®” and “GEMSTONES from SWAROVSKI®” is creating a very strong presence of the Swarovski brand throughout the industry, offering support for our partners at the retail and consumer level in India. The comprehensive Ingredient Branding (IB) programme provides our partners with the best way to leverage the prestige and power of the Swarovski name, by strengthening the presence of Swarovski stones and components as ingredients within their products. As a “brand within a brand” – Swarovski’s more than 120-year success story becomes a building block of their own success.

In order to directly approach end consumers and raise their awareness of the uniqueness of Swarovski products, the company has recently started significant retail projects with several premium Indian jewellery retail brands. This is expected to create strong demand for jewellery pieces set with stones from Swarovski.

Swarovski is a multifaceted company with a history of 120 years of dedication to excellence that has made it a renowned international brand. Swarovski has been synonymous with

Gemstones

the highest quality crystal for more than a century, and since 1965, is also a trusted manufacturer and supplier of precision cut genuine gemstones and created stones to a host of international brands, designers, and manufacturers within the fine and bridge jewellery, watches, eyewear and related industries.

As a certified member of the Responsible Jewellery Council, the Swarovski Gemstones Business is a global player in the industry whose reputation for innovation, design, cutting precision and unrivaled quality has been at the forefront of the international market. Each stone – ranging from precious sapphires to coloured gemstones as well as zirconia – is crafted to satisfy the strictest manufacturing standards for cut, colour, and brilliance.

Since the very beginning its innovative thinking, technical As a family-run business with a long and precision and outstanding successful history, responsibility has been at quality have been essential the core of our DNA since the foundation for the continued success of the in 1895. Today, it’s more important and international reputation of the than ever. As consumers call for greater brand. Today, we like to think of ourselves transparency about the origin of their as creative visionaries with a passion for products, global issues such as climate The comprehensive Ingredient Branding (IB) perfection. We cut and polish our stones change demand innovative and efficient programme provides our partners with the best meticulously, bringing out the and full power intensityof thesolutions for the management of our natural way to leverage the prestige Swarovski name, by creating strengthening of the natural light and brilliant, theresources. At Swarovski, we strive to take presence Swarovski stones and componentson a leadership role within our industry and superlativeofresults. as ingredients within their products. As a “brand regularly collaborate with our partners and within a brand” – Swarovski’s more than 120Our success creative story visionbecomes can be afound in our And ofsuccess. course, we put the transparency year building block ofpeers. their own extensive range of cuts, colors, materials, of our global supply chains to the test with In order to directly approach end consumers and raise their awareness of the uniqueness andSwarovski shapes, providing inspiration and vitality stringent on-the-ground assessments and of products, the company has recently started significant retail projects with several premium Indian jewellery retail brands. direct This is engagement expected toat create strong demand for the latest seasonal trends. the source. for jewellery pieces set with stones from Swarovski.

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RoopaVohra

House of Design The World Where Jewelry Art & Heritage Reside Under One Roof

The Roopa Vohra House Of Design takes its inspiration from Mumbai: a city with a modern Victorian face & old Indian soul. The brand prides itself for reviving & bringing old world designs to today’s day and age. Each design brought to life is a masterpiece & rarely ever duplicated. Many of the designs are modern-day adaptations of the designer’s beginning muse – the famed ‘Thewa’, a 400-year old art of fusing 23 k Gold with Colored glass. The designer’s revived artform is now a popular line of contemporary jewellery regularly spotted amongst Bollywood Actors & India Royalty. Over the years, the brands has fostered strong international association as well as garnered worldwide acclaim.

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Revivalist Couture Jewellery Designer & Jeweller To the Stars The designer began her journey in 1997, when she accidently stumbled upon an image of a piece of Thewa - A Mughal artefact which became her muse for years to come. Thewa was a 400-year old dying art form a fusion of gold on glass, practiced by artisans and now a designer trademark. Roopa Vohra’s extensive research and unique vision in reviving the 400-year old dying craft of Thewa, has rightfully earned her the worldwide title of Revivalist & Couture Jewellery Designer. She is known especially for giving a contemporary spin to traditional artifacts to suit the tastes of women today and has garnered much appreciation from art patrons. Her creations are timeless masterpieces and therefore, have never gone out of fashion since their inception. With her designs often spotted amongst divas on the red carpet, the Roopa Vohra House Of Design has catered to the glitz and glamour of Bollywood icons as well as to the grandeur of Royalties worldwide.

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On my recent visit to Chennai, I got plush showroom and jewellery well the antique jewellery section ca

Showstopper: Jada (antique hair accessory) This antique hair accessory is called a “Jada” is worn by a South Indian bride during her wedding. This particular hair ornament has been made with an array of 12 “Thala Billai” pendants. These pendants are of different sizes, which are put together seamlessly.

Crafted with Each Thala Billai is centered with either a dancing peacock motif or a blooming floral motif. They are encrusted with rubies from the ancient mines of Burma (popularly known as Burmese Rubies).

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the opportunity to visit NAC Jewellers. Having a displayed spread across the multistory building, aught my attention. It was love at first sight.

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ach piece has uncut amonds ( polki) and ant emeralds. This piece dcrafted in approx. 400 of gold and approx. 120 gms of gemstones.

Women may seldom wear an elaborate hair accessory like this as it usually worn when the bride is getting married, however in my opinion they can make it more wearable by wearing this one piece of jewellery as a hair accessory over a saree, gown or even a dress if styled appropriately.

Beauty in its craftmanship What’s unique about this kind of jewellery is that it is one of a kind and cannot be made with the same kind of craftsmanship and finesse. The art is a dying art where the craftsman who designs and manufacture this are very few. This particular piece is almost 200 years old and bought from one of the known Chettinad families in South India.

It is not all in the name ANTIQUE JEWELLERY V/S ANTIQUE LOOKING JEWELLERY • A jewellery can be qualified as antique if its manufacturing dates back to at least minimum of 70 years or more while antique looking jewellery is manufactured in the recent or new.

• Only, ancestral jewellery that is passed on from one generation to the other constitutes antique jewellery while antique looking has no ancestry.

• The mode of antique jewellery production is either extinct or a dying art. While antique looking jewellery is a mainstream business and done now • The jewellery will date back to a particular era or have a history to it while the antique looking may not hold history.

• Did you know that a genuine antique jewel will have an old world charm and an unfinished look, while an antique looking finish will have an artificial dull look with cleaner finished motifs.

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origin and journey of Temple Jewellery dates back to several centuries and according to some of the present day manufacturers it is as old as the ninth century. This type of jewellery obviously derived the name from their purpose that they adorned the deities in the temples. They stand as a significant expression of our aesthetic and cultural history. The Chola and Pandya dynasty of Tamilnadu, the Wodeyars of Mysore, the Krishnadevaraya dynasty, various temples of South India and Central India, Bengal and Odisha were home to a variety of striking jewellery with intricate design. They were connoisseurs of jewellery crafting and housed skilled artisans in well equipped workshops.

The Madurai Temple is known for owning some unique and valuable pieces of Temple Jewellery, particularly the crowns embellished with navaratnas or nine gems. It is believed that on various auspicious occasions like the Chithirai festival, the temples of various gods and goddesses were given ornamental offerings some of the fine specimens of which can still be seen in various temples of Tanjavur. Temple Jewellery were considered an asset to the temples since they were made of pure gold and natural, precious stones sourced from various parts of the country.

“The designs and patterns were more based on the creativity of the artisan and availability of raw materials rather than any prescription.”, says Mr. R. Muthukrishnan who is a temple jewellery maker by profession and hails from a family of seven generations of this craftsmanship. Most often the motifs were inspired from nature and mythology. There used to be patterns of the temple Gopuram or the temple entrance towers incorporated into long chains and necklaces.

“Swans (hamsam), peacocks (mayuram), elephants (gaja), snake heads (nagapadam),

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a variety of flowers especially lotus (padmam) were beautifully adopted into motifs and designs of jewellery.

The Navaratnas or the nine precious gems were often used together in neck pieces or early rings to symbolise the nine gods of the Hindu Universe. I had the blessing to work closely with Kalakshetra and its founder Smt. Rukmini Devi Arundale. She personally went to all major Temple towns to research and revive the craft of making Temple jewellery. The dancer usually uses a head set chutti, Chandran (moon) on the left and Suryan (sun)on the right signifying the feminine half and masculine half.

There is also a legend that once Lord Shiva cursed Goddess Parvathi and she descended upon Earth. As she walked into Earth, she carried with her the Sun and the Moon. The hair is adorned with Rakkodi and Jadai Bille. This signifies the spine.

In those days there used to be a five headed Kalinga design of the Rakkodi suggesting the episode of Kalinganarthanam.” He recalls with great pride, how he and a couple of Kalakshetra teachers would sit in a workshop near the green room and create the jewellery

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needed for various Kalakshetra productions.

Over forty crowns used for various characters in the dance drama were created by him as authentic Temple jewellery which he claims were both simple and elegant on stage with the lights.

Temple dancers in ancient times were residents of the temple premises. They were privileged to use the antique jewellery of the deities during performance offerings. With passage of time, thus Temple jewellery became the most used and popular among classical dancers. “Old jewellery used pure gold, uncut and natural stones and were totally handmade. They used to fit the stones into the metal by using natural wax. Then thin gold sheets were hammered ,stuck on the edges and chiselled for perfection.

is also a government approved artisan. Thus we find that originating from temples as the adornments and assets of the deities, temple jewellery became the primary ornaments of the temple dancers. From then to becoming the current day popular jewellery of classical dancers, from the priced possessions of various royal dynasties to current day popular antique jewellery worn by many for several occasions like weddings, temple jewellery have indeed not just remained the hallmark of great craftsmanship and creativity but also carry with them tales and legends from the history, mythology and nature. As we try to find out more about what stories these headsets, jhumkas, neck pieces, Rakkodi and waist belts have to say let us take a look at some of the traditional designs below.

Jewellery courtesy: Sri S Nagalingam (Ramesh), Full headset & Chandran Suryan

Today there is technology and the process is slightly different. We use pearls from Hyderabad, Rubies and stones sourced from various granite quarries. And the metal commonly used used is silver with gold plating to make it affordable for today’s times. Temple jewellery is also made from Panchaloham (an alloy of five metals) “ says Mr. S. Nagalingam who is a professional temple jewellery manufacturer for the past five generations and

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A DIAMOND IS FOREVER!

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natural diamond is an enduring symbol of love and commitment and Forevermark, the brand from De Beers Group, is here to help you select the right one for you this festive season!

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When buying a Forevermark diamond it is helpful to know about the 4Cs – the universal diamond grading system. Cut, color, clarity and carat are some of the traits that give a diamond its unique personality.

Diamonds occur naturally in all colors of the rainbow. Polished diamonds are graded for minute variations in depth of color, from ‘colorless’ to ‘light yellow’ and ‘light brown.’

This is known as the D (‘exceptional white’) to Z (‘tinted color’) color scale. Forevermark inscribes diamonds from D to L colors as well as all fancy colors.

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You can be assured any Forevermark diamond you choose, goes beyond the 4Cs and will be beautiful because it has been individually selected to receive the Forevermark inscription by our experts, who are backed by 130 years of diamond expertise.

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While you can have confidence that every Forevermark diamond is beautiful, rare and responsibly sourced, Forevermark provides the added assurance of a certified grading report. This report presents an accurate blueprint of the Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat of each Forevermark diamond, maps the exact qualities that make the diamond one of a kind, and confirms that it is natural and untreated.

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Why Kerala is ‘Gold’s own country?

Kerala is known as Gods Own Country but in fact it is Gold’s Own Country too. Universally the demand for gold is always inversely proportional to the board rates. But in Kerala it is slightly different. The affection for gold started since Roman times. Kerala had several trading ports and was one of the main hubs for spices.

The spices from the shores of Kerala were so valuable that the Europeans had no qualms exchanging them for Gold. Thus, for the Keralites Gold became a metal of prestige and pride. The rich kingdoms of Kerala treasured their gold and a fine example of it is the Padmanabhaswamy temple located in the capital city.

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Kerala there are around 6000small scale as well as around 10 very large scale players in this industry. Most of popular jewellery brands of India are based in Kerala. Gold is part and parcel of the life of keralites. This metal is an inevitable one in all the major functions of the people of this land. Even then there was a small setback in the sale of this metal in the pre GST era. But after the introduction of GST the demand for this yellow metal has been recouped.

Not just an investment… it is an emotion Price of gold over the decades has risen sharply. Since the past 10 years the rate of gold has shown an increasing trend of around 120%. This has made it a strong means to invest in. Most of the middle-class people of Kerala usually set aside a small percentage of their salary to invest in Gold. This is the reason why major jewelleries in the state had implemented gold purchase scheme with regular and small instalments starting from Rs 1000/-. Such schemes have created great acceptance among the middle class and lower middle class customers. Even the youngsters have started following the footsteps of their immediate predecessors in investing a small percentage of their savings in gold. A normal trend which is seen in this state is that once

a girl child is born her parents start investing in gold as they know that gold has a quality which would transpire a women’s life into eternal bliss. The recent crashes and the inherent risk in investing in the stock markets also push people to invest in this metal.

Like a land which has lots of jewellers Kerala is also a land of many micro finance companies which accept gold as securities for lending.

This also has impacted in the increased demand for Gold in Kerala as it proves to be an investment which can be converted in to money at any time.

Unparalleled a�finity for gold The recent developments in this industry like that of online gold trading, light weight gold ornaments, affordable diamond jewellery etc has also resulted in the acceptance of gold jewellery among the youths of Kerala. Kerala also features one of the most transparent methods of gold trading in the country. It is here where the 100% barcoding system, rate tags, 100% hallmarking etc has been implemented first in this country which has attracted many customers even from other states to Kerala.

Kerala has always been and will be always

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Celebrating the

Daughters of Today Society is constantly evolving and progressing. The expectations we have of each other, the way we relate to one another, we find often ourselves in a state of evolution. At the centre of this is the daughter of today. She’s modern, independent and strong-willed, who in her own unique way, will make the choices she needs to so she can always be the best version of herself and redefine the world around her. Platinum Evara in its Daughter’s Day campaign celebrates this new-age daughter and pays tribute to her rare qualities that drive her to make these rare choices.

One such daughter is captured in a lead film. This daughter is a perfect example of a daughter of today – secure, spirited, confident. Even when her choices are rare or difficult, this confidence holds good. No wonder she has commanded the respect of her new family with her actions and demeanor, as she redefines the traditional dynamic between daughter-in-law and father-in-law. The film is also a reflection of in-laws today who are less critical and judgmental and are increasingly appreciative and affectionate.

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“This campaign represents those daughters who have remained true to themselves and broken away from the conventional mode to make bold choices. With Evara we want to celebrate these #DaughtersOfToday with the rarest and most precious metal, Platinum. It is our way of telling the world that these independent, strong-minded daughters are the future and with the support of their loved ones, they can only soar further,” said Sujala Martis, Director, Consumer Marketing.

Pravin Sutar, Executive Creative Director, DentsuWebchutney, said, “The world as we know it is in the process of changing and it is our daughters who are at the centre of it all. They’re redefining relationships; they’re changing traditions, all the while enjoying the respect of everyone around them. It is these daughters that we wanted to celebrate in our campaign by showing the world how rare and special they are.”

Apart from the film, with its other assets the campaign seeks to recognise & acknowledge different kinds of modern daughters, who have all ultimately made rare yet inspiring decisions, especially when it comes to their weddings & the lives that follow. The campaign is designed to ask all such women to contribute their stories so that they might be celebrated. From asking for books as a wedding present to financing her own wedding, these #DaughtersOfToday truly deserve to be celebrated with a metal as rare as Platinum.

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Make an exclusive statement in this striking ring inspired by the various elements of an advanced AMG dashboard!

He is a winner. The man in charge.

When he steps into a room, people take notice of his confidence and his stunning gold ear stud.

A pendant designed from elements on a car dashboard like the edgy vents next to the wheel, it has the perfect understated studded look that any modern man could sport well.

MEN’S JEWELLERY Inspired by wheels, this ring symbolizes the dynamic spirit of the ambitious man!

With precisely cut surface textures and reliefs, this bangle perfect for multiple occasions.

Inspired by grooves and notches, this dual toned finger ring is all about technical precision!

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Inspired by the advanced AMG dashboard in a car, this white gold rings studded with diamonds spells out sophistication and panache!

The traditional American Champions League rings form the inspiration for this ring and symbolizes power and victory!

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REDEFINING EARTHLY BEAUTY

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Add a streak of sparkle and glam to your life with mesmerizing jewels. Cut and engraved from the most precious diamonds and stones, there is a variety of captivating and fascinating collection available in the market. Flaunt that graceful side of yours with an attractive collection of diamond studs and rings.

Turn on the best side of you with unique and stunning jewellery designs. You can be the trendsetter and let others follow suit.

DIVE INTO AN OCEAN OF DIAMONDS The foremost aspect in understanding diamonds and its brilliance is its purity. The

Choose from bracelets and rings to bangles and necklaces and earrings. Amaze your loved ones with diamond jewellery pieces that are apt for any occasion. Diamonds are known to be girl’s best friend. Then why not pick from some of the finest collections for your lady luck. Whether she has a flare for studs and drops or chokers and statement pieces, today’s market has all what you are looking for. www.asteriadiamonds.com

Guest Article slight variants of yellow or brown, ruling out fancy coloured diamonds, such as pink, yellow, green and blue. A strong presence of colour in these diamonds enhances the colour grading of the diamonds. They are graded on a scale ranging from D (colourless) to Z (light yellow).

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first step in choosing one is to decide on its shape. Being available in a wide range of shapes, one should select the perfect shape to reflect ones’s style, taste and personality.

Just like DNA, diamonds also have a unique characteristic. Post its recovery from kimberlite, it is finely cut into different shapes. The shape is determined by the raw form in which it has been procured, which also decides the shape of the diamond. These specifications influence its final look. The brilliance of the diamonds is based on its refraction and reflection, which have a direct link with the shape. The shape is linked to its cut and the cut to its radiance and shine. The various shape of diamonds are round, oval, princess, pear, marquise, cushion, emerald, radiant, heart, trilliant.

: Diamonds are formed deep within the earth, and under extreme heat and pressure, they are susceptible to internal marks (inclusions) or external marks (blemishes).

Inclusions can be considered as nature’s birthmarks, and these play a pivotal role in its clarity and value. Flawless diamonds having no inclusions are exceptionally rare and expensive.

Diamonds sold in the market contain inclusions that are undetectable to the naked eye.

CARAT

: The carat is the universally accepted standard unit of measurement that indicates the weight of diamonds and precious gemstones. One carat equals 200 milligrams or 0.2 grams. Large diamonds are formed less frequently than smaller sized diamonds.

Therefore, large diamonds fetch more money than their smaller counterparts. The production of a single, one-carat diamond may need the

THE 4 CS OF DIAMONDS COLOUR

: Diamonds are prevalent in almost every rainbow colour; however, colourless diamonds remain the most popular ones. In short, they are assessed by the absence of colour – the lesser the colour, the higher their value. Most profoundly found diamonds in the market are colourless to near-colourless with

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mining of up to one million rough diamonds.

The diamond weight is one of the aspects used to value a diamond. In a nutshell, two diamonds of equivalent weight may have very different values depending on their cut, clarity and colour. The price of a diamond increases as the carat weight increases.

CUT

: The cut of diamonds is of paramount importance in attributing to its radiance, brilliance and shape. A diamond finely cut reflects all the light that passes through, thereby making it to sparkle supremely. The different cuts accepted and followed by the diamond industry are ideal cut, excellent cut, very good cut, good cut etc.

Discover the unrevealed inner beauty with grace and elegance by investing in fine and sparkling diamond jewellery. They are exquisitely crafted and finely cut to reflect one’s unique personality and style. These precious stones are set in white gold, yellow gold, rose gold and platinum. Being immensely radiant, these natural stones are intricately designed and made into irresistible jewellery that would make you shine like a diamond. It has become more of a trend for custom jewellery that is tailormade to suit your specific taste and to express one’s deepest feeling. Professional jewellery makers are keen on making the design for you with rapt attention and an eye for detail. They can initiate the process of transforming your inspiration into a reality.

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Designed

toCelebrate Designed by Ankita Raanawat

Carved in 18K carat gold and embellished with diamonds. The watch flaunts the contemporary and traditional features adding a bling.

“Art Deco is a style from which I try and draw a lot of inspiration from.

With the desire to create a piece which would balance the modern features without compromising the traditional aspects. A midst all these aspects, wanted to craft something which was sand lasts forever.”

Ankita Raanawat: “ For Ankita, jewellery not just an accessory, but it is a part of her personality that personifies her. She believes in creating designs which are Timeless, Elegant and Defines the Power within oneself.

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Welcome to the world of

I am here to answer your questions related to the fascinating world of gems and jewellery. I may not be able to answer all the questions but I will try to give you the best suggestions. You may send your questions to the J Mag anonymously or with your initials.

I have an old pearl necklace of my great grandmother which has o�f lately started cracking, what is wrong with the pearls? – KM Dear KM, There is nothing wrong with the pearls. Pearls are organic in nature and hence if proper care is not taken, they will start to get damaged. If you are storing your pearls in any plastic pouches or in any air tight pouches, I suggest to remove them from such pouches immediately. Wipe your pearl necklace with a dry muslin cloth, keep a small glass or water where you store your pearls. Pearls need moisture to keep their beauty lasting long. Avoid using any chemical including make-up, cream, perfume on your pearls. The damaged pearls cannot be repaired but we can always prevent it from deteriorating further.

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Hi Madame Bijou, my mother’s gold chain has a few areas where the colour is looking di�ferent from the colour of gold, should I get it tested? – SK Dear SK, Gold in its purest form needs to be mixed with di�ferent metals to make it more stronger and durable. Although you have not mentioned which is the colour in these areas, it would be likely that the alloy used is not of good quality. You can get it tested in various authorized testing centres depending on your location. Such tests will indicate the actual amount of gold in the chain. Hope this helps.

I recently purchased a diamond ring having a 0.20 carat diamond in it, my family has said it was a mistake because there is no resale value for a diamond, what should I do? – DB Dear DB, Diamonds are a rare mineral found in nature having a resale value depending on its 4Cs also known as its quality factors. As long as the diamond does not get damaged due to harsh wear, resale of diamonds can take place. Ask the jeweller from whom you purchased the diamond about the resale value since buy back policies di�fer from shop to shop.

Is an American diamond a real diamond or a piece of glass? – LD Dear LD, American Diamond also known as CZ or Cubic Zirconia is not glass nor a diamond. The properties of a CZ are di�ferent from diamond and glass. It only looks like a diamond hence it is also called as an diamond imitation or simulant.

Dear Madam, can I wear a blue sapphire without getting a�fected by its astrological e�fects? – RG Dear RG, A blue sapphire is worn in certain parts of the globe for astrological purposes and in certain parts for fashion or as a statement of royalty. With regards to its astrological e�fect, it is best to consult with your astrologer on the same.

Send your questions on jewellery to: madamebijou@jmag.in

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S R E F F O jewellery

The above list is only a collation of various offers on jewellery. The J Mag is not responsible for the duration and any other aspects of discount offers offered by respective brands. Customers are suggested to verify in detail with the respective jewellers before making the purchase. Any jewellery brand wishing to be part of this list, can contact editor@jmag.in

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A voyage to a distant land of khans and khatums, the Mongol queen adorned with a regal feathered and jeweled necklace.

A model of perfection, a necklace and earrings suite with no-oil Colombian emeralds highlighted by D Flawless diamonds.

The song of the blue bird – the lapis lazuli and jadeite earrings suspended like petals on a cherry blossom branch.

A riot of color, the necklace reminiscent of a lyrical dance of bejeweled gypsies under the setting sun.

Flashback to the roaring 2 diamond briolette

20’s, a glamorous, colored e fringe necklace.

Bling Two divine pairs of gem-set orchid earrings plucked from Aphrodite’s garden.

The Chinese knot earrings set with ruby beads – a good luck charm for prosperity, love and happiness.

The song of the blue bird – the lapis lazuli and jadeite earrings suspended like petals on a cherry blossom branch.

Come and walk in the clouds with this enchanting opal and gem-set secret watch.

Follow me to the temple of heaven, bejeweled with a bracelet and earrings of emeralds, sapphires and diamonds.

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Bejeweled Ivory Satin Bridal Minaudiere www.affordablejewelrydirect.com

The DAHLIA is envisioned in two distinctive varieties; a less structured, cross body model, in two sizes and a more complex construction which can be worn as a precious bejeweled shoulder bag. A very small quantity will be available to purchase in the MIU MIU boutique located on 92 place Beauvau, Paris. Available now, for a limited time only. www.qcute.org

New Secret watches: Majestic flowers keep watch over time, revealing their secret with a brush of the fingers. www.2luxury2.com

Bling

Today’s inspiration comes from UK designer Aruna Seth whose bridal shoes are available at Kleinfeld Hudson’s Bay. These pretty jeweled heeled pastel peep toes would be the perfect bridal shoe for a spring wedding. www.theweddingopera.com

Freya Rose style ‘Elizabeth’ is a classic and stylish peep toe platform bridal shoe, handmade with Ivory Duchess silk satin upper. featuring an elegant Swarovski crystal trim hand finished in our UK showroom, The exquisite heel embellishment uses crystals to create a stunning feature on the back of the shoe. www.freyarose.com

NATASSIE Women Wedding Clutches Bag Rose Flower Crystal Evening Bags Party Gold Purses wholesale evening bags www.dhgate.com

MultiJoy Collection: the colourful spirit of Spring www.capriwatch.it

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