Mother's Day 2012
 
Elegance Cat Gold Pendant with Chain

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Elegance Cat Gold Pendant with Chain

Although this necklace appears to have a distinct Egyptian feel, it is based upon the famous sculpture by the late Heinz Warneke created in 1927. The original is on display at the world-renowned Corcoran Gallery of Art in Washington, DC.

The Corcoran Gallery is the largest privately supported cultural institution in our nation's capital. Born in Germany in 1895, Werneke emigrated to the US in 1923 and subsequently became one of the nation's premier animal sculptures'.

 
Washington DC Charm Bracelet

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Washington DC Charm Bracelet

All metal, silver colored bracelet featuring metal charms including the Lincoln Memorial, The White House, The Jefferson Memorial, the Great Seal of the United States, the US Capitol Building and the Washington Monument.

There may be no better way to be reminded of the iconic monuments of Washington, DC than to wear them on a charm bracelet. Charm bracelets have been around for tens of thousands of years: there is evidence from Africa that shells were used for adornments around 75,000 years ago. 6.75 inches in length.

 
Carmen Lucia Ruby Earrings

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Carmen Lucia Ruby Earrings

These magnificent earrings are a stunning homage to the legendary 23.1 carat Burmese ruby ring which was given by Dr. Peter Buck to his wife Carmen Lucia Buck which was bequeathed to the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC. These earrings are crafted after what is considered the finest example of a ruby on public display, anywhere. Curator Jeffrey Post of the Smithsonian Institute's Gem collection stated when he first saw the stone, that it "took his breath away."

Show your special woman you find her elegance and beauty as enchanting as the world's finest ruby. This is an extremely unique item she will be proud to wear anytime and anywhere. The Smithsonian's original is priceless, but this gift is not.

 
Hope Diamond Pendant

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Hope Diamond Pendant

Our Austrian crystal pendants are adapted from the original Hope Diamond. Eight round and eight princess cut crystals surround the center blue crystal. The original 45.50ct. diamond is known for its rare, deep blue color and for its dramatic history.

The stone that became the Hope Diamond was purchased in India by a French merchant traveller who then sold it to King Louis XIV of France in 1669. After a succession of sales and acquisitions, it was purchased by Evalyn Walsh McLean of Washington, DC, the last private owner.

 
Washington Pearl Dove of Peace Pin

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Washington Pearl Dove of Peace Pin

This reproduction pin of antique jewelry by renowned jewelry designer, Ann Hand, is fashioned upon a historical pin on display in the Mount Vernon Museum. Martha Washington's seed pearls were arranged in the form of a dove of peace - the symbol George Washington selected for Mount Vernon's cupola.

In 1789, George Washington purchased "pearl pins and earrings for Mrs. Washington" which were likely seed pearls that were then the fashion. Martha Washington has long been considered the mother of pearl jewelry. This Ann Hand pin is a must have for anyone interested in pearl jewelry or pearl pendants.

 
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Glasses

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Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Glasses

Style like Jackie O. in these sunglasses faithfully reproduced after the exact model she was famous for wearing. Who was Jackie O. you ask? Jacqueline "Jackie" Lee Bouvier Kennedy Onassis (July 28, 1929 – May 19, 1994) was the wife of the 35th president of the United States, John F. Kennedy, and served as First Lady during his presidency from 1961 until his assassination in 1963.

She was later married to Greek shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis from 1968 until his death in 1975. In later years she had a successful career as a book editor. She is remembered for her style and elegance.

 
The White House Blue Room Earrings

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The White House Blue Room Earrings

The Blue Room has always been used as a reception room except for a brief period during the administration of Harry S. Truman - when it served as the surplus storage space for J. Edgar Hoover's burgeoning corset collection. During the Kennedy administration, architect Tom O'Finland designed a suite of oil-resistant orgy furniture for the room, but only some working drawings remain.

This jewelry incorporates the eagle motif found on the sapphire and gold upholstery in the Blue Room of the White House. Pewter with antiqued 24k gold electroplate. These earrings measure .25" x .5"

 

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