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March 16th, 2010 No comments

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Roman Glass Jewelry

One of the most beautiful lines of jewelry today is the Roman Glass jewelry. The setting of this amazing glass in jewelry pieces adds color and authenticity to the jewel. Roman glass can be found throughout the territory of the once large and ruling Roman Empire, yet in large quantities can be found mostly in the Judean desert in Israel. The unique aqua color of the glass is the product of the amazing elements of nature which has bestowed these wonderful color patterns and shapes after centuries of delicate chemical processes.

In the modern jewelry market, Roman Glass is being used to decorate all sorts of jewelry pieces creating a large variety of Roman Glass jewelry, from Roman Glass necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings to beautiful Jewish pendants and Judaica gifts. To assure customers that the glass is real, most manufacturers and jewelers supply a certificate of authenticity with each Roman Glass piece.

History of Roman Glass

A wide range of Roman glass objects have been recovered across what once was the Roman Empire. During those ancient times, Glass was mainly used for the production of different vessels, although decorative mosaic tiles and window glass could also be found. The development of Roman glass production was initially from Hellenistic technical traditions, where the concentration was on producing powerfully colored cast glass vessels of all kinds, for domestic, industrial and even funerary purposes. The fast technical growth which this industry underwent throughout the first century AD primarily included the new glass blowing technique and the growing popularity of colorless or aqua colored glass. Towards the end of the first century AD, as the manufacture of raw glass was done on a large scale, it became a common accessible material across the Roman world. By the beginning of the second century AD, the industry of glass making reached its peak, producing glass objects of every kind for domestic use. In addition, there was a significant increase in the use of colored glass as an adornment to pale or colorless glass.

Roman Glass Jewelry Today

Although Roman Glass can be found on many jewelry pieces, perhaps the most unique form of Roman Glass jewelry are the Roman Glass Jewish pendants. The combination of the ancient Roman Glass with various Jewish symbols is absolutely breathtaking.

As most of the Roman Glass pieces are found in the land of Israel, it is a perfect addition to pendants bearing ancient meaningful Jewish symbols. These symbols include the Star of David, Hamsa, Chai, and unique Jerusalem pendants. This beautiful combination holds deep meaning as the glass comes from a time in history which every Jew longs for – a time when the holy temple stood.

This 2,000 year old glass is not only beautiful, it is a true artifact of nature. The feeling of wearing such an ancient adornment, from the time of the holy second temple, is second to none. When wearing it, one can actually imagine what that specific piece was used for in ancient times, from goblets and vases to window decorations or even jewelry pieces so as the one he owns. Also, one can have a sense of belonging to an ancient time in history, a feeling of being a link in a long chain, connecting him to the people otherwise only learned about in history.

One of the characteristics of this gorgeous glass is the uniqueness of every piece. When referring to Roman Glass jewelry, no two pieces are similar. As nature is the cause for this magnificent phenomenon, the exact shade and pattern of the glass is never the same. Thus, when purchasing such a jewel, you can rest assured that it is literally a one of a kind jewel.

Furthermore, this special glass appears to have multiple facets, each bearing a slightly different shade of mostly aqua blue and green. This causes the jewel to appear different from every angle. No jeweler could have made such marvelous pieces, which even to its owner, looks different every time. It is very unlikely for a person to tire of such a divine jewel, as it seems renewed with each glance. Also, every so often, a truly remarkable piece is found, rare in color, texture and size. This is a real treat for expert artists who use this glass to produce truly incredible pieces.

In conclusion, there is no doubt that this is a perfect adornment to all jewelry styles, from modern to classic and ethnic, creating a fabulous wide range of Roman Glass jewelry.

About the Author

Baltinester Jewish jewelry store features Jewish jewelry and Judaica gifts. Among our jewelry you can find Handmade Silver Jewlery, Handmade Gold Jewelry, Roman Glass Jewelry and many more unique items. You are welcome to visit our store at Baltinesterjewelry.com. Thanks for supporting Israel's artists

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Desert Glass

The $100 Glass of Water!

Who would ever think of paying $100 for a glass of water? Well, if you were one of the gold-seekers on your way to California in 1849, you may have been one of the many who did. The gold rush enticed all kinds of people back then, people who wanted to "get rich quick" and blindly took off for an unknown territory, totally unprepared for all the hardships they would face. They were basically city folk who had no idea of the hazards and challenges that the frontier had to offer. Mob mentality took over, and everyone joined the wagon trains, blindly following the leader, who was busy kicking dust in their faces.

Some people chose the sea route, which they saw as a shortcut to riches, but in fact went all the way down around the tip of South America and took six months. Some were desperate enough to sign up for a trip to California by propeller-driven balloons, offered by a clever entrepreneur, but lucky for them, that idea failed.

And yes, some paid $100 for a glass of water, because the hot, dry deserts of Nevada didn't have water fountains and rest stops and people underestimated what the desert heat could do. But a few smart California entrepreneurs saw an opportunity in other peoples' desperate plights and traveled east to take advantage of the poor people who were on the verge of dying of thirst. They made a quick killing.

Ever hear of Sam Brannan? He became one of the richest men in California during the gold rush, but not through mining gold. He ran through the streets of California, shouting out the news of the great gold discovery. He then sold shovels and pans to the would- be miners and made a fortune. Can't mine gold without the proper tools.

So the question is... How many people got rich from actually mining gold and how many got rich from using their knowledge to take advantage of others who would do anything to get rich quick?

There's a similar gold rush going on today. Some people are still opting for the "get rich quick" scheme. They are more than willing to send in $25 to learn the secrets of addressing envelopes at home, or $50 to find out how a high school dropout made a million dollars in six weeks. They are desperate to find that gold and they're not thinking clearly anymore. They're certainly not asking themselves if the ideas make any sense at all.

Everyone is trying to making money on the Internet. Some are looking for the easy way and sign up for the propeller-driven balloon ride to save time and money. Some blindly jump in and spend lots of money and end up dying of thirst. Some just take advantage of the desperate plight of others and sell outrageous scams to unsuspecting fools. Some are the experienced miners, the marketers who know what they're doing and are prepared with knowledge. They have the right tools, go to the right place and find their fortune.

Who are you?

What do you do if you want to join this gold rush? Well, learn from history. It's just a matter of going about the journey the right way and you can be one of the smart ones who find that gold. It takes time, planning, the right tools and certainly a knowledgeable guide at the very least.

Here's some tried and true rules to finding the road of success:

1. Know your strengths and weaknesses. Identify what you're good at doing and follow that path.
2. Have a goal in place, but more importantly, a plan to reach that goal. The reason that most people don't reach a goal, is that they don't develop a plan of action and follow it.
3. Prepare yourself with the correct tools. Don't try to mine gold without a shovel.
4. Get the knowledge you need to be successful. Find the right mentor and follow what he did. Be prepared! Don't try to cross the desert without water.
5. Realize that there really is no way to get rich quickly. It does take work. Don't waste your money on every get-rich-quick scheme out there. Don't buy a flight on a battery -operated balloon! It may be the last flight you take!

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