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Hidden Treasures-Exploring the Butterfly Brooch

The Butterfly Brooch is an amazing jewel. There are several reasons why people hold them as treasures. Butterfly Brooches have been around for centuries. The “Blue of Jingtai” Butterfly Brooch dates back to the “Ming Dynasty” in the reign of Jingtai (1450-1456). The Mandarin Chinese name for Butterfly is “Hi-Tieh” the word “Tieh” stands for “70 Years” this made Butterflies the symbol of a long life.

Butterfly Brooches mean a lot of different things to many different people. The Cloisonnes Butterfly Brooch dates back 500 years and are in the colors of yellow, red, and green. The Brimstone Butterflies see only in red, yellow and greens. Their adult life span only lasts for 8-9 months. Though they have a short life they have much to see. Their average speed is around 12 mph, believed to give energy to the wearer.

There are many other meanings for the word butterfly as the Greeks called the butterfly “ Psyche” meaning “Soul” because they believed that the butterfly carried the souls of those recently passed on their journey to heaven. While others believed that butterflies were thief's. Trying to steal their milk, butterfly meant “Licker of milk” or “Milk thief”.

Though no matter where you are in the world butterflies are attention getters none the less. The use of the Butterfly on jewellery is something many hold dear. Vintage Butterfly Brooches have become a hidden treasure of sorts. This will give them luck, or lengthen their life, or help them with many other lores in their lives. There are many other famous Butterfly Brooch's like Dragonfly Amber Brooch and Amethyst Brooch with silver sets. Additionally a great piece is the Pugster Antique Rhinestone Butterfly Brooch.

Trifari Butterfly Brooch-

The Trifari Butterfly Brooch was designed by Alfred Philippe in the second addition of “Jewels of India” in 1965. The “Jewels of India” piece was first designed in 1930's however it did not include this piece. The Trifari Butterfly Brooch contains Diamond Crystal jewels, and the wings contain pear-shaped red rubies with gold and Rhodium plated wings. Additionally the piece has internal swirled pink glass strips.

A most exquisite piece of Crystal/ gemstone jewellery. Ideally the Butterfly Brooch is a sight for sore eyes and while we quite often enjoy lavish pieces of jewellery these gems are true hidden treasures. Finding a piece like the Trifari Butterfly Brooch is difficult but you can lavish in the glamor of butterfly brooches across the country. There are several to choose from in Silver collections as well as crystal you will have a difficult time choosing which you want the most. Decide to choose them all you will not regret it!

The beauty is out there and its waiting for you to engulf yourself in its mystery. Look into the shining gold and sparkling crystals that lay before your eyes. You will be amazed by their elegance and stunned by their beauty. Affordable Butterfly Brooches find one today!

Elizabeth Taylor- The Jewelry of Her Heart

We all know the young charmer that touched our hearts in that forever remembered “ Lassie Come Home” in the mid-1940's. As the years passed Elizabeth Taylor continued to charm, and amaze us in her continued performances again and again. As she grew we grow wanting to be like her, to smile, walk and charm like her. Every girls dream to be in the spotlight.



Elizabeth Taylor continued for over 60 years to bring us the into the movie with her elegance, and incredible acting abilities. And over the course of 40+ years see has collected the most stunning pieces of jewelry around the world. Elizabeth Taylor describes them well in her new book “My Love Affair with Jewelry”. Her undying passion for jewelry has marveled fans everywhere. In this book she intimately describes her stories of how she collected each piece. Additionally she has unbelievable illustrations of all the pieces never before captured together.



La Peregrina Pearl-
This pearl was discovered in 16 century La Peregrina means “The Pilgrim”. This lovely 203.84 grain pearl is a prize to behold. Elizabeth Taylor received it in 1969 as a gift from her husband Richard Burton. Belonging to Queen Mary as a gift from her husband now resides with Elizabeth Taylor.

Krupp Diamond-
Another fabulous piece owned by Elizabeth Taylor the Krupp Diamond was purchased in 1968 at a remarkable $305,000 dollars. It is the heart of Elizabeth Taylors collection she wears it almost everyday and can be seen with it on her well known appearance on the “Simpson's”. The diamond weighs 33 carats and was mounted beautifully the ring seen here.



Taylor-Burton Diamond-
This diamond is truly a sight to be had. Richard Burton purchased it for his wife in 1969. She later sold this lavish piece using the proceeds to build a hospital in Africa. Despite the fight Richard Burton had to acquire this lovely piece Elizabeth Taylor felt the money to build the hospital was of greater need.

Elizabeth Taylor later started her fragrance lines “Passion”, “White Diamonds”, “Black Pearls” once again showing her love for jewelry. Elizabeth Taylor's love for jewelry still continues today with diamond studded earrings, chandelier earrings, crystal jewelry and much more. Her taste in fashion jewelry is one admired by millions around the world.



Elizabeth Taylors stardom continued as she appeared on such Soap Opera's as “All My Children” and “General Hospital” and played the voice of “Maggie” on the Simpson.
Elizabeth Taylor has fought numerous bouts of illness's including skin cancer, and Congestive heart failure while still showing her starry side each time she meets media. This woman is an inspiration to us all.



Fact of the Day: The Taylor-Burton Diamond was purchased from Cartier in 1969 for Burton's glamorous wife Elizabeth Taylor for a massive $1,050,000 dollars! This is a surprising amount for jewelry in 1969. The Taylor-Burton diamond weighted 69.4 carats!

Yves Saint Laurent- "A Life to Remember"

The sorrow struck Sunday June 1st when the fans heard the news of Fashion king Yves Saint 's passing. Many fashion Icons bowed their heads in sadness and heartache when this horrible news came across the BBC. Yves Saint Laurent was suffering a brain Tumor diagnosed last year and was 71 years old. His memorial was held on Friday at Saint Roch Church in Paris. This is quite a sad time for all of us and Janeo Jewels is paying tribute to this long time fashion king on the site.

The life of Yves Saint Laurent was an accomplished one. This world renowned “Fashion King” inspired millions with his wit, keen sense of fashion, and adorning gowns. Saint Laurent closed his well known haute couture house after tending to it for more then 40 years in 2002. The surprise of his retirement struck the fashion industry hard.

Saint Laurent had many admirers including Elizabeth Taylor and Queen of Iran. His fashion first struck the industry in 1957 when this young entrepreneur International Wool Secretariat for his cocktail dress design. Following up again in 1962 when he brought out his groundbreaking “Trapeze Dress” in the house of Christian Dior Saint Laurent created what every woman desires from Crystalline handbags, to revolutionizing dress for the modern women with his dress suits he made a woman's life what it is today.

The Brilliant designer along with other great designers like Coco Chanel and Christian Dior made Paris what it is today. Paris soon became fashion capital of the world! He soon added to his collection many perfumes and accessories like the crystalline handbag. You can see his large assortment of Celtic earrings, Mother of Pearl Earrings in London, Chandelier earrings, gemstone earrings, vintage crystal pins or brooches, genuine leather belts, and much more at his official site!

The rush of jewelry Yves Saint Laurent brought out continued up until his passing. He featured in “Instyle” magazine in 2005 with his brilliant Vintage 1970's Rhinestone Stickpin. The piece generated quite a stir in the fashion and beauty industry. He brought out a piece “Talisman Ring” inspired by Louise Nevelson- her sculptures of metal and wood from the 1960's.

Which added beautifully to his wide collection of jewellry in February 2007. With other pieces such as his Silver/Crystal Earrings to his handbags featuring a beautiful Croco-embossed patent handbag his empire is one to remember. The bond he had with Pierre' Berge was on he held dear. Although Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre parted as partners they remained friends.

Saint Laurent's long time partner and friend Pierre' Berge had much to say on his day of passing The long time friend met Saint Laurent in 1958 and even though they were not partners they remained close friends. Pierre' Berge is best known for being the founder of Yves Saint Laurent Couture House. When the company closed in 2002 he became CEO of “The Pierre' Berge” located in Paris. This long time friend freely shared his thoughts with adoring fans on Sunday. His words were passionate, heart felt and understandable. Below is a bit of what was said on that tragic day.

Quote: According to the “Associate Press”:
Berge Stated- “Chanel gave women freedom” and Saint Laurent “Gave them Power”.
Saint Laurent gave incredible recognition to fashion jewellry, clothing, and accessories in general. This great fashion icon retired in 2002. After many years of struggling with health conditions. He stayed tried and true till the end the world will miss him!