Unique Gemstone Bracelets

A unique gemstone bracelet allows the wearer to demonstrate their individuality and style.

Bracelets present the ideal opportunity to let your own unique style shine through. The large range of types and style of bracelet means that there is bound to be a bracelet type to meet all tastes. Types of bracelets range from large and flamboyant bangles that can be worn mixed and matched with others giving a dramatic image on the arm, to delicate chains or segmented bracelets that add a subtle glitter on the wrist. The choice and style of bracelet is extremely personal and there are no 'rights or wrongs' when it comes to putting together your own unique style.

Gemstones make lovely bracelets as the rich natural colors and multitude of shapes and sizes means that unusual items of jewelry can be found. Gemstone bracelets can be made from beads, which are intricately strung to produce a stunning item of jewelry, or incorporated into silver or gold designs. When gemstones are set into jewelry, the jeweler will create a setting that shows off the gemstone to its best effect. For instance a fabulous piece of agate with lots of inner color and markings will look best in a plain setting that does not crowd the look of the stone or a sparkling facet cut gemstone will work well in a prong setting that allows light to shine through the stone from a variety of angles.

Gemstones can be found in the whole spectrum of colors and shades. From the palest pastel through to a deep vibrant hue, the range of colors is immense. Some interesting gemstones are:

• Tanzanite – known for its deep blue color
• Amethyst - ranges in color from pale mauve to deep purple. Amethyst can be found in opaque and clear stones and in facet or cabochon cuts.
• Jade - can be found in colors ranging from dark green to yellow.
• Turquoise - this stone lent its name to the distinctive yellowy-blue color. Turquoise is often found with black inclusions which makes it a lovely stone for unusual or unique jewelry as no two pieces are truly alike.
• Rose Quartz - pink rose quartz is the stone of romance. It is an opaque stone and often found in smooth cabochon cuts which shows the soft pink surface off to its full advantage.

More information about gemstones can be found at the Gemstone Institute of America

When looking to buy a unique gemstone bracelet it is important to decide a few key features before embarking on the quest.

This includes setting a budget which is a useful thing to do before buying any jewelry, as it enables you to look for jewelry within a given price range and reduces the temptation to buy outside of your budget on impulse.

It is also useful to research the types and styles of gemstone bracelet that you like. Fortunately the Internet means that it is possible to 'window shop' extensively from the comfort of an armchair, looking at different bracelets and gemstones online. This is a great way to get an overview of the style of jewelry that you like and to rule out the things you really don't like. This will help save time in the long run, as well as presenting the opportunity for a pleasant few hours of jewelry surfing.

In addition to looking at jewelers websites, celebrity and style websites are also a good place to look for interesting items of jewelry. While some celebrities will be sporting hugely expensive gemstone bracelets which are outside of most people's budget, they do provide a great source of inspiration and many jewelry designers watch the celebrity pages for latest trends and innovations.

If you are looking for something totally unique and have been frustrated by the choice in the shops, a good alternative might be to commission a bracelet from a jeweler. While the word 'commission' conjures up the impression of expensive items, this need not be the case. Many independent jewelers can create one of a kind pieces of jewelry at surprisingly competitive prices. This is because they do not have the high overheads of larger operations.

Craft markets and shows, art galleries and artisan directories can be a good way to find jewelers who will be happy to take a commission to make a special bracelet. The web is also a good source of contacts. Websites such as Etsy.com feature a wide range of jewelers and most of these have contact details and examples of their other work.

A unique bracelet is as special as its wearer and will bring years of pleasure as well as many admiring glances.

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