20081230

Ten Of The World's Most Expensive Jewels

Modern taste series 1 :

Graff
Fancy Deep Blue Diamond Ring
$2 million-plus

(£1.1 million, €1.7 million, 88.2 million rupees, C$2.3 million, A$2.7 million)

Macho Guy Equivalent: 22 guided climbs up Mt. Everest, including extra oxygen and tips

We could think up a lot better uses for Graff's Fancy Deep Blue Diamond Ring than a mere Valentine's Day gift--for instance, a proposal--but given the season, it'll have to do. The blue hue is the key to the diamond's cache and price, as fancy diamonds of such deep blue color are extraordinarily rare and extraordinary taste. Chiseled with a striking emerald cut, the 2.4-carat diamond is set in platinum amidst white diamond-tapered baguettes.

( modern taste link....)

20081220

diamond


ダイヤモンド[1](Diamond、金剛石(こんごうせき))は、結晶構造を持つ炭素同素体の一つであり、天然で最も硬い物質である。結晶構造は多くが8面体で、12面体や6面体もある。宝石研磨剤として利用されている。ダイヤモンドの結晶の原子に不対電子が存在しないため、電気を通さない。

地球内部の非常に高温高圧な環境で生成されるダイヤモンドは定まった形で産出されず、また、角ばっているわけではないが、そのカットされた宝飾品の形から、菱形トランプの絵柄(スート)、野球の内野、記号(◇)を指してダイヤモンドとも言われている。

ダイヤモンドという名前は、ギリシア語の adamas (征服できない、懐かない)に由来する。イタリア語スペイン語では diamante (ディヤマンテ)、フランス語では diamant (ディヤマン)、ポーランド語では diament (ディヤメント)という。ロシア語では Диамант (ヂヤマーント)というよりは Алмазアルマース)という方が普通であるが、これは特に磨かれていないダイヤモンド原石のことを指す場合がある。磨かれたものについては Бриллиант (ブリリヤーント)で総称されるのが普通。

4月の誕生石である。石言葉は「永遠の絆・純潔」。

ダイヤモンド12にお越しいただき、ありがとうございます。

ダイヤモンド12は、「ダイヤモンドを買う前に知って欲しい12のこと」
という視点で、ダイヤモンドについての情報を掲載しています。

ダイヤモンドの鉱物としての特徴や歴史といった、基本的な知識から、
価値あるダイヤモンドの指標として有名な4C、さらには、お店を選ぶ
ポイントまで、できる限りわかりやすく、細かく書いてみました。

ダイヤモンドを買うということは、人生でも大きな大きなイベントだと
思います。そのイベントに際して、少しでも満足のいく選択ができるよう
な、情報が提供できればと願います。

まずは右側の「Contents」を順に読み始めてみてください。
お好きなコンテンツだけかいつまんで読まれるのもいいかもしれません。

あなたが、素敵なダイヤモンドと巡り会えることを願っています。



Kristall- Halsbänder

modern taste

Kristall- Halsbänder - Handgefertigte Halsbänder mit Perlen


Reinhold Ludwig SCHMUCK-DESIGN DER MODERNE

In dieser Publikation wird erstmals die Entwicklung des modernen seriellen Schmuck-Designs der Nachkriegszeit bis heute dokumentiert. Diese eigenständige Richtung im Schmuck – mit -Bezügen zur modernen Kunst, Architektur und Design – hat sich vor allem im deutschsprachigen Raum etabliert. Heutiges Schmuck-Design entsteht in mittelständischen Manufakturen und Ateliers und ist eine Gegenströmung zum konventionellen Luxusschmuck. Seit den 1990er Jahren ist ein zunehmendes Interesse an diesem Schmuck, besonders in den USA, in Europa und in Asien, zu beobachten.( modern taste krisstall )

Der Autor beginnt mit einem kurzen Rückblick auf die Ursprünge des modernen Schmucks: Jugendstil, Art Déco, Bauhaus und Neue Sachlichkeit. Die Renaissance der Goldschmiedekunst ab Mitte der 1960er Jahre lieferte die formalen und geistigen Grundlagen für die Entwicklung im modernen seriellen Schmuck-Design. Der große Bildteil zeigt die Entwicklungsgeschichte mit den -bedeutendsten Klassikern des modernen Schmuck-Designs und die -heutigen Protagonisten mit ihren außergewöhnlichen Schmuck-Entwürfen.( germany modern taste )

In rund 60 Kurzporträts werden die wichtigsten Schmuck-Manufakturen und Schmuck-Designer mit ihren heraus-ragenden Arbeiten vorgestellt – ein wesentlicher Teil der skandinavischen und deutschen Schmuckgeschichte von ca. 1960 bis heute.

Très Riche Heures




… is a very richly decorated Book of Hours commissioned by Jean, Duc du Berry, brother of King Charles V, in about 1410. It is probably the most important illuminated manuscript of the 15th century. The artist Pol de Limbourg used the most expensive colors obtained by grinding rare minerals. Particularly key to this palette is a rich, almost purplish blue, used in generous quantities, offset by orpiment yellow and lake red; not even a single shadow was allowed to mar the clarity of the colors. This exquisite book is in the Musée Condé, Chantilly, France …

275k

bijoux modernes


Miravidi est l'expression de la transparence, de la lumière, du mouvement.
La ligne claire appliquée aux bijoux, comme un écho à la féminité.
Le bijou fantaisie devient épure, bijou contemporain.

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ancient jewelry

Modern taste with the ancient jewelry and get luck its,,,
in addition to ancient jewelry collection can also in use to get luck and health, if in accordance with the character of our.
believe it or not,,,,, depend with your faith .
for information can be read as a reference book about ancient jewelry. and find a suitable match your character

ancient jewelry



ancient jewelry has a special value, because besides expensive also have trust in the magical power. That can help users overcome the problems that we face.


With the use of ancient jewelry, believed to be can increase the aura of luck and safety


can be read as a reference book about ancient jewelry. and find a suitable match your character

20081123

Jewellery

Jewelry is a simbol of Wealth, power, life style, greediness, etc,,,Are You ???

Jewellery (also spelled jewelry, see spelling differences) is a personal ornament, such as a necklace, ring, or bracelet, made from gemstones, precious metals or other materials.

The word jewellery is derived from the word jewel, which was anglicised from the Old French "jouel" circa the 13th century.[1] Further tracing leads back to the Latin word "jocale", meaning plaything. Jewellery is one of the oldest forms of body adornment; recently found 100,000 year-old beads made from Nassarius shells are thought to be the oldest known jewellery.[2]

Although during earlier times jewellery was created for practical uses such as wealth, storage and pinning clothes together, in recent times it has been used almost exclusively for decoration. The first pieces of jewellery were made from natural materials, such as bone, animal teeth, shell, wood and carved stone. Jewellery was often made for people of high importance to show their status and, in many cases, they were buried with it.

Jewellery has been made to adorn nearly every body part, from hairpins to toe rings and many more types of jewellery. While high-quality is made with gemstones and precious metals, there is also a growing demand for art jewellery where design and cr

eativity is prized above material value. In addition, there is the less-costly costume jewellery, made from less-valuable materials and mass-produced. New variations include wire sculpture (wrap) jewellery, using anything from base metal wire with rock tumbled stone to precious metals and precious gemstones.

In this century, there are many jewelry collectors, them are the crazy rich people, traveling around the word looking for diamond, gold, etc...

but... if its price around 1 .000.000 usd.. will they buy its........ ( who knows... )

may be you are as rich as them( the word's billionaires ), like :

William Gates III

Carlos Slim Helu

Bernard Arnault

Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Alsaud

Lee Shau Kee




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Kremlin


the modern taste building with ancient construction and style..... ( more )

20080904

Benefits and Pitfalls of Platinum Jewelry

Submitted By: Christine MacDonald




Today like no other time in history the choices in metals that can be used to make jewelry especially engagement rings and wedding rings is almost over whelming.
A metal that may be new to many people is platinum, however it does have a rich history with its use in decorative pieces dating back to the 7th century and ancient Egypt. The use in jewelry and decor began its rise in Europe in the 18th century however it was not obtainable to those who were not royalty or extremely wealthy. In 1930's during the time of the great depression and WWII platinum became a controlled substance therefore its use in jewelry making was almost unheard of.

It has only been in the last ten years that platinum has made a real resurgence. This metal has gained popularity in recent years among the general population however the price makes it an unrealistic choice for most of us. A platinum ring generally costs double the amount of its white gold counterpart therefore it still viewed by many as a symbol of wealth and status.
Platinum is a white metal that is appreciated for not only its beauty but its strength and long wear ability. This is one of reasons many skilled jewelers especially those making high end items like to use platinum prongs in order to set diamonds and gems in their pieces. It is also a desirable choice because it does not oxidize and is hypoallergenic. Another characteristic that makes platinum stand out from the competition is that when it does sustain a scratch this will not cause further damage to your ring, where as if a gold ring is scratched the gold will continue to breakdown in that area.


Unlike gold, high quality platinum has a purity of 95% and is often alloyed with metals such as titanium, copper, rhodium, palladium, iridium, osmium, and ruthenium. Platinum is rated by a 1000 count, with platinum of 950 parts per thousand being used to make high quality jewelry. It is recommended that if you are going to pay the money for a quality platinum piece that you do not buy anything below 850 parts per 1000. High quality platinum will have a mark stating what its count is and it should be and combination of the number such as 950 and the lettering Pt or Plat.

If you ever decided to purchase or even try a platinum ring on the first thing you will notice is the weight of it. Platinum is a very dense metal therefore a platinum ring will weigh approximately 60% more than the same ring made from 18kt gold. As well platinum has a much higher melting temperature then gold, and can be heated over and over again allowing very small intricate pieces to made. Platinum allows a jeweler the flexibility to make pieces that are very elaborate and detailed without losing strength or durability.
Platinum rings may not be for everyone however if the price is out of reach then an option may be to purchase a ring that has its diamonds or stones secured with platinum prongs. Other options can be to go to a simpler design with the added security that your ring will last or do to a ring with a mix of metals.

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Harajuku Jewels


Tokyo is one of the undisputed, and at times utterly disregarded, fashion capitals of the world. While Japanese fashion appears to march down the runway to its own beat -- it is distinctive and unique nonetheless



Harajuku fashion -- named for the Harajuku district of Tokyo -- is nothing short of fun, hip and diverse. The Tokyo Girls Collection festival held March 16, 2008, featured top-notch designers such as Deicy, Vivayou and Luv. Ronde. These stylish boutiques showcased bold prints, colorful accessories, layers of beaded necklaces, bangin' bangles, charms, and much more. Even cellphone jewelry is glam - especially the Vivayou cellular strap shown above.



For local fashionista's, this fashion festival is the 'crem del la creme' of shopping experiences -- certainly worth its weight in gold. The teddy bear themed jewels, long swanky necklaces and large pendants were cute, daring and expressive. When it comes to jewelry, Harajuku girls earn high marks for their upbeat, uber-hip and ultra-swank style.

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Blue Topaz




Blue topaz is particularly popular and the colour most people think of when they hear the word topaz. it is a mellow empathetic stone which directs energy where it is needed most.

Blue topaz heilps shed light on your path, highlights goals and taps into your inner resources .

Blue topaz attunes to the angels of truth and wisdom and helps you recognise where you have stayed from your own truth, its vibrant energy brings joy, generosity, abundance and good health - negative does not survive around joyful.


Blue topaz is one of the stone for those born under the sign of Taurus, Virgo and Sagitarius, cakra is throat


Topaz crystals have been held in high regard as gemstones from classical times, though they went under the name of 'chrysoprasios', the golden stone, and not 'topazios'.

At that time the stone we call topaz was probably lumped together with other yellow gems, such as yellow sapphire, beryl and chrysoberyl.


A topaz color seen in jewelry as blue is enhanced to become blue, because few blue topazes have a sufficiently deep color. Most are paler than aquamarines and like these can have a greenish tint. Most common and also less valuable is completely pure, colorless topaz. Colored topazes have been very popular from the sixteenth century onward, and have often been worn in exquisite settings as necklaces, earrings, brooches or entire suites. Being hard, they take an excellent polish and display a fair lustre.



According to the Greeks, Topaz gives strength as it was connected to the powerful Sun God via the golden glow.

The Romans believed that it could help to evade poisoning, as it changed color in front of poisonous substances. It is the birthstone of those born in the months of November and December, in yellow and blue color respectively.


Blue topaz is also the 4th and 19th anniversary gemstone for a marriage. The 23rd year of marriage is celebrated with an Imperial topaz.


The stone is believed to cure asthma, diseases like insomnia and hemorrhages. Topaz is associated with wisdom, courage and strength.




20080804

Beautiful lingeries



You will certainly like a black lace thong studded with 518 brilliant-cut diamonds in a floral / modern pattern.

The skimpy Triumph Luxurious Diamond Thong became very much the centre of attention at a lingerie show during the Singapore Fashion Festival / high class taste.

Just imagine, the total weight of the diamonds is 30 carats! They also attached to the thong 27 tassels made of white gold. In general the diamond thong left little to the imagination.

Oops I forget to tell you about the price for the thong with diamond - the world's most expensive undies is worth 122, 000 dollars!

(modern taste of lingeries series )

20080729

10 Modern / Beautiful Rooms

This sophisticated / modern San Francisco bathroom features Art Deco style complemented by mosaic tiles of recycled glass. Photo from HGTV.com user jamescollins.
HGTV favorite, Vern Yip, didn't sacrifice a modern style in this eco-friendly living room makeover. Green resources include a bamboo floor, silk pillows (silk is a semi-renewable fabric) , earth-kind sofas and its combined with a modern tatste




These 10 beautiful / modern rooms prove you don't have to sacrifice a modern style to go green. In this one, designer Lori Dennis created the ultimate / modern dining lounge for a sophisticated bachelor. For a green touch, she added a custom dining table made of eco-friendly wood and stain.t
For other modern taste, see next posting







20080725

The Advantage of Ruby ( a modern taste )


Wearing rubies will become wealthy, have good children, happiness, courage, a respected position in society, high honor, prestige and property. The wearer’s will-power and determination will also be strengthened. Rubies support the development of will power, courage, and vitality. They also help one have a proper spiritual view and to see truth, as well as helping to improve one’s status in life. The wearer will develop a royal life, and be protected from problems, fear, misfortune, and disaster. He or she will be fortunate, successful, optimistic, authoritative, intelligent, and will receive social status ( modern taste )

Wearing rubies is good for persons in authority, politicians, and for people trying to get a high position in the country. They protect the wearer from the jealousy of others, from deadly enemies, and from their competitors. They strengthen administrative skills, managerial abilities, and initiative. Astrologers, artists, judges, gem experts, sculptors, architects, lawyers, and engineers can use rubies to support their work. Rubies also help cure learning problems

Wearing rubies will protect one from diseases caused by imbalances in the bodily functions. Rubies work with digestion, metabolism, rheumatism, fever, gout, headaches, bones, indigestion, and stomach ulcers. They can also help with eye problems, and have been known to help with cancer. Rubies can help develop general good health, and prevent unhealthiness

Since rubies are so powerful, they can cause trouble when worn by the wrong person. If the sign of Capricorn, Virgo, or Pisces are on the ascendant (rising), it may be better to use the substitute gem for ruby; the ruby itself may be too powerful. in the ancient period Ruby deals with the fifth chakra, Manipura. The color to be enhanced for the Sun is red. The number relating to ruby is one ( in modern period )

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Rubi be touched with modern taste

Ruby stone be touched with modern taste
Rubies are mined in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Kenya, Madagascar, and Cambodia, but they have also been found in the U.S. states, in Montana, North Carolina and South Carolina. The Mogok Valley in Upper Myanmar has produced some of the finest rubies, but in recent years very few good rubies have been found there. The unique color in Myanmar (Burmese) rubies is described as "pigeon’s blood". They are known in the trade as “Mogok” rubies. In central Myanmar the area of Mong Hsu also produces rubies. The latest ruby deposit to be found in Myanmar is situated in Nam Ya. In 2002 rubies were found in the Waseges River area of Kenya. Sometimes spinels are found along with rubies in the same rocks and are mistaken for rubies. However, fine red spinels may approach the average ruby in value.[1]



By the way, its good too for future invesment
The value of natural rubies varies depending on their size, cut, origin, clarity and quality. As of 2000, a gem quality, uncut one carat (0.2 g) ruby cost about $4,200 USD.[2] As of 2008, an average quality, certified, untreated 1 carat (0.2 g) ruby cost between $800 to $3,500 USD.[3] Since it is easy to spot synthetic rubies by their lack of natural inclusions, they have not greatly affected the price of natural rubies.[4] Synthetic rubies are much less valuable.

20080717

Genealogy in Hertfordshire

The Manor House, Little Gaddesden

Thanks to all who have made donations
Total in 2008 to end May £310



20080715

Modern house




Modern taste of Beckham family

Victoria and David Beckham house in LA the multi-million-dollar mansion is "modern, airy, very light and spacious with lots of windows," a source close to the couple says its needs a bit of work inside.
The house they've chosen is big but not huge," says the source. "That said, it is big enough for them as a family of five, along with additional space for family members that will visit from Britain. They needed a fair amount of extra room for visitors as [guests] will stay a while longer than [they did during] visits to them in Spain."

20080629

Kentanggoreng

Kentang Goreng a la Jerman

Resep ini saya dapatkan dari teman jerman saya, Anna Greve. Yang paling mengesankan buat saya adalah, cara menggoreng kentang dengan minyak seminimalis mungkin. Bahan/ bumbu: - 200 gram kentang, kupas, cuci, potong dadu - 1 siung bawang putih, keprek, iris halus - 1/2 bawang bombay, iris kotak - 1 butir telur ayam - 1 sdm minyak goreng - garam secukupnya - merica/lada bubuk secukupnya Cara memasak: - panaskan wajan, masukkan minyak goreng - goreng kentang sedikit demi sedikit sampai matang dan warna kecoklatan - bikin ruang kosong di tengah wajan, tumis bawang putih dan bawang bombay sampai harum - aduk-aduk supaya tercampur dengan kentang - tambahkan garam dan merica bubuk, aduk2 - pecahkan telur ayam diatas kentang, aduk2 - masak sampai matang - angkat, sajikan bersama ayam goreng dan lalapan

20080625

Wetsukiyaki

WetSukiyaki

Bahan : * 150 g daging sapi * 50 g bayam * 50 g soun * 50 g daun bawang * 100g tahu putih * 50 g jamur kuping * 50 g rebung * saus sukiyaki ........................................Cara Membuat : * Daging sapi dipotong tipis। Bayam dibersihkan, soun disiram air panas। Daun bawang dipotong miring, rebung dipotong tipis। Jamur kuping direndam air hangat। Tahu putih digongso dengan minyak sedikit (agar tidak hancur)। * Saus Sukiyaki: o 1/5 liter kikkoman shoyu o 1/2 liter mirin o 1 sm gula pasir o 5 g penyedap o 1 sloki sake Semua dicampur dan didihkan, tapi jangan terlalu lama। agar tidak gosong। * Panaskan pan dengan sedikit mentega (lemak sapi lebih baik)। Masukkan sedikit demi sedikit sayuran diatasnya (bergantian dengan daging sapi) lalu siram dengan sausnya (sedikit demi sedikit)। Jika telah masak dapat langsunग dinikmati.

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wetbikini


Greencolour........

Green colour will be eye chached your bodi....

although your bodi is fat.......

so if you have nice breast.... is better if using bikini or bra with green colour

green colour will expose your inner beauty.......

see next post

20080622

Green tshirt


Green tshirt is tshirt with green colour....
whois use green tshirt, they will be looking sexy......
if use green tshirt your breast will be eye chatched.....
see next posting

20080528

tshirt



Kami memproduksi tshirt segala ukuran, dengan harga special