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Jewelry History and Identification

History of Jewelry Making
Jewelry Making Guide Tammy Powley provides background information for those who enjoy crafting their own jewelry.

Chinese Character Chart
Don't despair when you discover a piece of jewelry decorated with a Chinese character. Use this handy chart to decipher the meaning instead.

Chinese Jewelry Symbols
A list of some of the common themes used in Chinese jewelry with information on what each symbolizes.

Glossary of Jewelry Terms
From Amber to Watchcocks, take a look at this great list compiled to help you understand antique jewelry terms.

Is it Real or is it Fake?
How to distinguish old costume jewelry from new with links to side-by-side comparisons.

Illustrated Dictionary of Jewelry Best of the Net
This resource tells the jewelry story with both pictures and words for a complete package. Covers terms for both fine and costume examples.

Ivories, Bone and Substitutes in Jewelry
Learn more about various types of ivory and other materials made to look like ivory through an information packed article from a jewelry expert.

The Jewelry of Hawaii
This informative article provides an overview of jewelry made in Hawaii from the very old native creations to jewelry being made and sold there today.

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