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 The amethyst gemstone has had a long history dating back thousands of years. It was once believed by the Greeks that wearing the beautiful amethyst would protect a person from becoming drunk while consuming alcohol. Legend has it that the reason people believed that the amethyst would keep a person from becoming drunk was that water was served with amethyst gems inside. Once the gemstone was inside the cup of water, the cup would have the appearance of wine without the normal effect you might expect from alcohol. The Greeks also believed that the amethyst gemstone protected them from poison, unwanted sleep, and it would sharpen a person’s wits.
In medieval times, the amethyst gemstone was also believed to provide protection from drunkenness as well as protecting a person from the effects of falling in love. Tradition had it that men who wore amethyst gemstones were able to hunt wild animals better than those who did not wear the stone. The amethyst gemstone was worn by soldiers to protect them from harm and give them victory over their enemies.
The color purple has always been considered to be a color of royalty which is why the amethyst has been in high demand throughout history. The British Crown Jewels are adorned with the purple baubles and they were a favorite among Egyptian royalty as well.
The availability of CZ amethyst stones has made the purple gems an affordable favorite among people around the world. Stop by our website and see our vast selection of CZ amethyst gems which are always available at cheap wholesale prices.
 Engagement and wedding rings have a wide worldwide history throughout time. It is widely believed that caveman used braided grass to identify their chosen mate. Women wore the special cords around their ankles, waist and wrists. Egyptians were buried wearing a single gold or silver wire on their third finger on their left hand.
Archduke Maximilian of Austria was the first recorded person to give his wife to be a diamond engagement ring in 1477. The diamond was flat and carved in the shape of an “M” for “Mary” of Burgundy. In the 1700’s, instead of rings, the Puritans gave their wives thimbles. Through extensive use, eventually the tops of the thimbles were sliced off and the women wore them as rings.
Diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and amethyst gemstones were strung using human hair to create interesting engagement rings during the 1800’s. The gemstones were carved into endearing letters to make word sequences.
The 1890’s brought affordable diamond engagement rings to the American public via mail order catalogs.
With the vast history of diamonds and gemstones, it should come as no surprise that CZ stones have become a popular choice for engagement rings as well. CZ gemstones are a hot commodity because they offer the same sparkle and shine that diamonds do at significantly reduced prices.
Be sure to stop by our website to see our selection of exquisite blue sapphires and luscious red rubies. Our loose cut CZ’s and lab created gemstones are able at cheap wholesale prices in a variety of shapes and sizes.
 In the not so distant past, it was not commonplace for men to give women engagement rings. When couples decided to marry, the ceremony included a standard gold wedding band that was given as a symbol of their love and commitment.
Thanks to a well-designed advertising plan that began in 1939, American men and women were bombarded with the idea that diamonds were the ultimate gift of love. The media blitz emphasizing that no marriage would be complete without a diamond engagement ring made diamonds a must have keepsake of the upcoming nuptials. Part of the advertising of diamond engagement rings even focused on linking religious weddings with the diamonds. The massive media blitz in movies, print, television, radio, lectures, and radio brought the once mostly non-existent diamond sales up 55% in the United States.
As with any successful sales program, as the popularity of diamonds grew, so did the prices. In 1938, the price of an average sized stone was about $80. Fast forward to 2012 and buying those same size diamonds would now put many people in debt for many years.
The ability for jewelers to buy loose cut CZ stones at cheap wholesale prices to create amazing engagement rings has been a thrilling change in the jewelry industry. AAAAA CZ stones from PehnecGems are of the finest quality and are very difficult to distinguish from natural diamonds from the earth. Customers who buy engagement rings made with cubic zirconia are delighted to see how much money they can save.
Diamonds are considered to be a girl’s best friend, but check out our CZ stones and they will soon be your companion for life!
 Mother’s across the United States have all received at one point in time a handful of “flowers” picked from the grass from precious little hands we adore. We have received adorable pictures made out of pasta glued onto construction paper. Clay pots with streaked paint adorn bookshelves. Flower pots with adorable pictures painted on the exterior line the front porch, and who can forget the endless amount of sweet homemade cards that will make any Mom’s heart swell with pride. Yes, the kiddies go all out for Mother’s Day thanks to schools, churches, day care providers, scout troops and the like.
As the children grow, so does their desire to give Mom a treasured gift for Mother’s Day. It’s a way of saying “thank you” for all that she does. A recent survey revealed that approximately 10 percent of Mom’s across America are hoping for a nice piece of jewelry for Mother’s Day. The National Retail Federation report that on average, $152.52 will be spent on a Mother’s Day gifts this year. That is an increase of 8 percent in comparison to last year.
Flowers are the top gift for Mother’s Day, but their lifespan is short and the memory of them will fade. Jewelry made with CZ stones however will have an everlasting impression on the Mom you adore. Unlike diamonds, which can cost a bundle, jewelry made with CZ gemstones is cheap and affordable for everyone. There are a wide variety of CZ stones to choose from and the selection of colored CZ stones allows you to select the perfect gift for every Mom.
Visit our catalog and see our huge selection of wholesale CZ stones for your jewelry creations!
 On average, the sales of diamonds experienced a sharp price increase in 2011 according to industry reports. There was a 20 percent increase in .50 carat diamonds, a 19 percent increase in 1 carat diamonds, a 15 percent increase in 2 carat diamonds, and 3 carat diamonds increased 18 percent.
In today’s struggling economy, many consumers are turning their focus to buying jewelry made with cubic zirconia instead of mined diamonds. Purchasing high quality CZ stones that were created in a laboratory is the next best thing to buying natural diamonds.
Cubic zirconia is nearly as hard as a diamond. CZ’s measure and 8.5 on the MOHs’ scale, while a diamond measures a perfect 10 on the scale. Diamonds are measured in carats while cubic zirconia gemstones are measured in millimeters. Customers who are looking for a 1 carat CZ diamond substitute will find that a 6.5 mm CZ gemstone is the same size. Because CZ stones weigh more than diamonds, a 6.5 mm CZ would weigh as much as a 1.75 carat diamond.
You will find that buying wholesale cubic zirconia stones from PehnecGems will save your company and customers money while still offering the finest selection in cubic zirconia stones. Follow us on Facebook for important CZ gemstones information and trends.
 No longer standing in the shadows of other diamonds or other gemstones, cubic zirconia or CZ gemstones for short, has established itself as a fan favorite in the jewelry industry.
Dating as far back as 1937, cubic zirconia was originally discovered in its natural state by two mineralogists from Germany. Not particularly impressed with their new discovery, no name was given to their find. Fast forward to the 1970’s…Soviet scientists began growing the cubic zirconia crystals in a laboratory setting. In 1977, the first CZ gemstones were marketed for sale. In the 1980’s a renowned producer of leaded crystal from Australia began producing CZ gemstones in mass production.
Consumers went wild for this sparkling new gemstone that looked identical to a diamond, but was only a fraction of the cost of a diamond. Jewelry designers loved the versatility of the CZ stone as it is come in a large variety of shapes and sizes. It can be used in rings, necklaces, bracelets, and earrings too. Cubic zirconia gemstones fool many people into thinking that they are looking at real diamonds. To the untrained eye, CZ stones look very real. Upon close examination, you might notice that cubic zirconia gemstones have more flashes of color (fire) than natural diamonds do. CZ stones also have a smaller amount of sparkle (brilliance) than a diamond does. With the naked eye, fine AAAAA rated loose cut CZ stones have been known to fool trained gemologists on occasion, so don’t be surprised if you are not able to tell the difference between the two stones.
You’ll find that our CZ stones are the finest diamond alternative as they come close to matching the characteristics of real diamonds.
 Jazz music, wine, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, chocolate, a diamond and 199 loose cut CZ stones…sounds like my kind of night! Tuesday, May 1st was the much anticipated Crowder College Foundation’s Evening of Jazz scholarship fundraising event in Neosho, Missouri.
According to the NeoshoDailyNews.com on April 18, 2012, this is the third year that the Crowder Foundation has sponsored the scholarship funding event. For a delightful addition to this year’s event, attendees were offered the chance to buy ice cubes which contained either a real 1 carat diamond or a sparkling 1 carat cubic zirconia gemstone. The ice cubes were sold for $25 each. There were 199 CZ filled ice cubes and one diamond filled ice cube. As the night progressed, the ice cubes melted which revealed the goodies inside.
Reports are that there was a local jeweler on hand that attended the event who was able to confirm which loose cut stone was a real diamond and which one was a simulated diamond. It’s not surprising that the Crowder College would need to have the diamond authenticated, because fine cubic zirconia gemstones look so real that unless you are an expert, it is unlikely that you will be able to tell that it is not a real diamond.
You may read the article here.
The 199 lucky winners of the loose cut cubic zirconia stones will surely want to have their sparkly CZ stone placed into a beautiful jewelry setting made of gold, silver, white gold, or even platinum. Cubic zirconia gemstones of this size make especially good rings or necklaces.
 Gas prices are soaring, food prices are sky high, jobs opportunities have disappeared, and yet despite the sluggish economy, the wedding industry continues to enjoy a successful business boom. Brides and grooms are willing to fork out the dough to make their day special for their family, friends, and themselves. Despite their willingness to spend their money, couples are still on the hunt for ways to save funds whenever they can.
For most couples, buying the engagement ring is the most expensive purchase for the wedding. The current recommendation by diamond jewelers is that the groom-to-be should spend approximately two months salary on his fiancée engagement ring. Whew! For many people, that same price tag can be a nice down payment on a house!
The dazzling beauty of cubic zirconia gemstones has inspired many couples to choose jewelry made with CZ gemstones instead of diamonds. Couples can choose from many different shaped loose cut CZ gemstones to make traditional jewelry selections or one-of-a-kind personalized masterpieces. Cubic zirconia gemstones that are perfectly cut and polished in round (the most popular), oval, square, heart, trillion, marquis, octagon, and pear shapes CZ gemstones allow couples to design a treasured keepsake or stick with an oldie and goodie type of engagement ring style.
Couples may choose to step out of the proverbial box and pick engagement rings made with colored cubic zirconia gemstones instead of the usual white diamond or diamond simulant. No matter what your customers fancy, PehnecGems has the perfect cubic zirconia gemstones for you to make engagement rings, and other treasured jewelry pieces. Buy loose CZ gems from PehnecGems and you’ll receive top quality gems and rock bottom prices!
In our last post, we discussed two of the most valuable pieces you could add to your jewelry wardrobe. By adding a basic solitaire necklace and stud earrings to your jewelry box, you’ll have the perfect go-to pieces all year long. Don’t forget, however, that it’s sometimes nice to go a bit beyond the basics.
You’ll be happy you added the following three pieces to your wardrobe this spring for seasons and years to come.
3. A Long Cubic Zirconia “Rope” Necklace
The long bejeweled “rope” necklace has become the luxurious “throw-on” staple in recent years. Rope necklaces usually consist of loose or bezel set gemstones connected with silver or gold toned chain. Those that feature both clear cubic zirconia and colored cubic zirconia are usually very affordable. A gorgeous rope necklace can be worn to work during the day and layered with your solitaire necklace during the evening for more drama.
4. Statement Bejeweled Right Hand Cocktail Ring
Many different styles of right hand rings have been made available in recent years and you
Shouldn’t leave home without one, at least on a Friday or Saturday night! Whether your drink in hand is water or wine, a beautiful statement cocktail ring will add intrigue and help you to be the “belle of the ball.”
5. Cubic Zirconia Tennis Bracelet
Going out in a t-shirt or jeans? Perhaps, you’re throwing on your little black dress for a last minute formal occasion. Either way, a simple tennis bracelet will complete and upgrade your look.
Don’t forget to bring along your list of these five jewelry box enhancing staple pieces during your first big shopping trip this spring!
Did you know that the average American will receive about $2,899 in a tax refund in 2012? That number, which is pretty much in line with the average for that of the last several years passed, certainly means a long-awaited shopping trip will finally be in the cards for many!
Since spring is the time to revive, renew, and energize both yourself and your wardrobe for the upcoming year, and since you’re tax return is likely in hand, now is the perfect time to add to your jewelry box as well! If you’re a girl who likes to get great wear out of her pieces all year long, consider adding the five following staple items to your jewelry wardrobe. In conjunction with some great new basic clothing pieces, and a couple new pairs of shoes, a certain five pieces will take you straight through the end of the year. Read on to learn about the first two:
1. A single diamond or cubic zirconia solitaire necklace
A necklace in either white or yellow gold with a single diamond or cubic zirconia solitaire may very well be the most versatile piece of jewelry you can own. It can be worn with dresses, tops, and blazers that feature about any necklace, and it can easily be layered.
2. Diamond or cubic zirconia stud earrings
Clear studs are the perfect “finishing piece” and will ensure that you look classic and polished in just about any situation.
On Friday we’ll reveal three more of the five pieces you won’t want your jewelry box to be missing this year!
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