A Pretty Rock Jewelry » pearl http://www.aprettyrock.com Adorn Yourself Because You Deserve It... Sun, 05 Feb 2012 03:48:26 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 On the 4th Day of Holiday Deals 2009… http://www.aprettyrock.com/blog/site-news/on-the-4th-day-of-holiday-deals-2009/ http://www.aprettyrock.com/blog/site-news/on-the-4th-day-of-holiday-deals-2009/#comments Sat, 14 Nov 2009 02:00:27 +0000 Yazmin http://www.aprettyrock.com/uncategorized/on-the-4th-day-of-holiday-deals-2009/ Continue reading →]]> On the 4th day of holiday deals, A Pretty Rock offered me…The Green Holiday Garland Earrings at $23.00!

For the 12 Days of Holiday Deals, I’m offering one item on my site at a discount of 30% – 50% off the original price of the item. You only have until midnight EST to make your purchase on my limited edition pieces the day I post them on my blog. So if you want this item, don’t delay. Tomorrow, this deal will be gone!

And as a little extra to everyone who stops by during my 12 Days of Holiday Deals, for each item purchased or each comment left (1 each a day), you’ll get entered to win a $50 gift certificate to my shop! That’s 24 chances to win over the course of 12 days!

Green Holiday Garland Earrings

The Green Holiday Garland Earrings…Bursting with a cluster of green keishe pearls and deep pink rhodolite garnets, these disco cut smoky quartz balls are just to die for. Topped by a smaller smoky quartz faceted round, these earrings are festive for any occasion.

The earrings hang approximately 1 1/2″ (3.81 cm) from the top of the ball post. All metal is 14kt gold-filled or vermeil (22kt gold heavily plated over a sterling silver core.)

$34.00 – $23.00

Sorry! The day has passed and this Holiday Deal is done. Go check out the latest Holiday Deal in the series!

]]> http://www.aprettyrock.com/blog/site-news/on-the-4th-day-of-holiday-deals-2009/feed/ 0 Picking the Right Stone for Birthstone Jewelry http://www.aprettyrock.com/blog/site-news/picking-the-right-stone-for-birthstone-jewelry/ http://www.aprettyrock.com/blog/site-news/picking-the-right-stone-for-birthstone-jewelry/#comments Sat, 25 Jul 2009 12:45:45 +0000 Yazmin http://www.aprettyrock.com/uncategorized/picking-the-right-stone-for-birthstone-jewelry/ Continue reading →]]> With so many variations on the birthstone jewelry chart, I’m sure it’s hard to decide what stone to select when purchasing birthstone jewelry. I get asked quite often what the appropriate stones are for birthdays. So let me share the chart I use when suggesting birthstone jewelry and the meanings behind the stones:

January

Garnet (deep red in color) – Symbolizing love & passion.

Earrings - Chandelier Wraps - Garnet Filigree Chandelier Wrap - Rhodolite Garnet, Pearls and Bali Earrings Earrings - Cranberry Pearls and Garnet Wrapped Oval Hoops

February

Amethyst (purple in color) – Symbolizing luck & good health.

Cluster Necklace - Amethyst Amethyst Pillow Vermeil Earrings Royal Trio - Gold-filled Amethyst Earrings

March

Aquamarine (pale aqua in color) – Symbolizing happiness & understanding. An alternate birthstone for June is Bloodstone.

Aquamarine, aquamarine Aqua Linear Twist earrings Cassatt Bracelet
These pieces were made by Katja of Katja Adams Design, Debbie
of Crysallis Creations and Holly of Bijoux d’Odalisque, respectively.

April

Diamond (clear in color) – Symbolizing eternal love. For a less expensive piece, you can look for jewelry created with rock quartz.

Crystal quartz puffed diamond necklace in sterling A La The Aerangis Citrata view 04 Martine Necklace - Detail
These pieces were made by Ginger of MsBellee, Sheela of
Eclettica The Atêlier and Holly of Bijoux d’Odalisque, respectively.

May

Emerald (deep green in color) – Symbolizing love, fidelity & goodness.

True Verdancy Emeralds Druantia
These pieces were made by Asta of Anastassias Atelier,
Heather & Mel of Heather & Mel and Jo of Gemheaven, respectively.

June

Pearl (lustrous white in color) – Symbolizing peace, beauty, nobility & purity. An alternate birthstone for June is Moonstone.

Earrings - Coin Pearl and Vermeil The One - Pearl Coin Necklace Necklace - Coin Pearl Gold Chain Lariat

July

Ruby (red in color) – Symbolizing love, strength & devotion.

Ruby and Smoky Quartz Disco Earrings Ruby Treasure Locket Legacy Bracelet
The second and third pieces were made by Anna-Karin of små blå
and Holly of Bijoux d’Odalisque, respectively.

August

Peridot (pale green in color) – Symbolizing success, dignity & protection. An alternate birthstone for August is Sardonyx.

Peridot Nugget Necklace ring_peridot_silver TAJ MAHAL III
These pieces were made by Amy of Amy Olson Jewelry,
Catherine Marche Jewellery and Susanna of Suzy Q Jewelry, respectively.

September

Sapphire (blue in color) – Symbolizing purity, truth & sincerity. An alternate birthstone for September is Lapis Lazuli.

Stardust Blue Green Sapphires ~ the greener version Vortex Sapphire and Sterling Cufflinks
These pieces were made by Anna-Karin of små blå,
Catherine of Modeste Parisienne and Lotta of Silverknuten, respectively.

October

Opal (rainbow in color, but also found in blues and pinks) – Symbolizing beauty, success & happiness. An alternate birthstone for October is Pink Tourmaline.

Oval Clusters - Sea Blue Opal Earrings - Peruvian Opal Drops Solitaire - Peruvian Opal Marquis Sterling Silver Necklace

November

Citrine (yellow in color) – Symbolizing hope, fidelity & health. An alternate birthstone for November is yellow Topaz.

Solitaire Citrine Briolette Necklace Madeira.
The second and third pieces were made by Ann of Beadiful Things
and Jennifer of Lee Ohio Designs, respectively.

December

Topaz (orange/brown/blue in color) – Symbolizing wisdom and courage. For a less expensive piece, you can look for jewelry created with Whiskey Quartz stones. Sometimes they are the same as jewelers may not know the difference between the quartz and topaz stones as seen with the naked eye. An alternate birthstone for December is Turquoise.

Cognac Necklace - Hessonite Garnets and Champagne Moss Topaz Solitaire - Smoky Topaz Twist Gold-filled Necklace Beer Quartz Shield Earrings

From traditional to modern, ancient to mystical, there are sure to be numerous variations in charts. Ultimately, the best stone selection is one that has meaning to the recipient, whether that happens to be their birthstone or not.

Are there any differences in lists that you use for selecting birthday stone jewelry? Let me know!

]]> http://www.aprettyrock.com/blog/site-news/picking-the-right-stone-for-birthstone-jewelry/feed/ 6 Sale for First Time Buyers on My Mailing List! http://www.aprettyrock.com/blog/site-news/sale-for-first-time-buyers-on-my-mailing-list/ http://www.aprettyrock.com/blog/site-news/sale-for-first-time-buyers-on-my-mailing-list/#comments Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:55:35 +0000 Yazmin http://www.aprettyrock.com/uncategorized/sale-for-first-time-buyers-on-my-mailing-list/ Continue reading →]]> The One Necklace

The One Necklace – $28

Lots of new things in the works! I’ll be posting new items every weekday for the next two weeks!

Also, if you’re a first time buyer and you are on my mailing list, make sure you check your email today. I have a huge special for you, just for your first purchase, but you’ll have to be quick! The offer expires August 1, 2008. That’s only two weeks away! Go check it out!

Oh, and those of you who have bought from me before, don’t worry! There’s an email for you too. Just reply to me with your thoughts on the email I sent and you’ll automatically be entered to win a $50 gift certificate for my shop!

There’s something for everyone on my mailing list. If you’re not a part of it, sign up today!

]]> http://www.aprettyrock.com/blog/site-news/sale-for-first-time-buyers-on-my-mailing-list/feed/ 0