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The finest hand-crafted products at Boandrea.com are a world-class art, which combine the inspired tradition of centuries long-ago with the nimble skills of modern artisans. The crafting techniques for most of our products had vanished throughout history. We have explored many world territories for these unique ornaments including Tribal accessories and Lifestyle decorations. Today, these products are a part of people's most surprising exotic gifts and chic collections.
Stunning products made from organic natural resources
As you might have seen on our website today, the ornate designs commonly use turquoise, coral, kallaite, malachite, tiger's eye, amber, opal, carnelian, citrine, lazuli, garnet, emerald, ruby, sapphire, amethyst, smoky quartz, rose quartz, beeswax, chrysoprase, onyx, agate, topaz, peridot, aquamarine, tourmaline, tanzanite, jade, zircon, iolite, spinel, moonstone, alexandrite, chrysoberyl, kunzite, beryls, morganite, chrome diopside, andalusite, agate, jasper, bloodstone, pearl, yak bone and horn and etc.
Turquoise - is always at the peak of the world of fashion. Its ocean blue-to-green color is an all-time trend. The word "turquoise" (or "turquois") is derived from the French pierre turquoise, which means Turkish stone. However, it is a misconception - turquoise is not produced in Turkey, but was once traded there. In Ancient times Asians, Egyptians, Persians and later Native Americans have mined turquoise and all have valued it highly.
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Turquoise is a rare and opaque mineral whose value has been enjoyed as a gem and ornamental stone for thousands of years. As shown in the photo, the bisbee turquoise contains a hard, brown matrix. Turquoise should be kept away from heat, sunbathing and cosmetics. Use a soft cloth to clean it from time to time after wearing it.
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The ancient Egyptians and Persians believed turquoise could bring fortune and material wealth to their bearers. Asians and Americans believe turquoise is a "holy stone", which has been worn as strength protection to ward off the influence of dark and evil powers. Today, turquoise is also considered as a popular symbol of reliable and faithful friendship. Because of turquoise's healing power and color, wearing it will make people happy.
Red and Black Coral - have been called the flowers of the ocean, which are known to be used in jewelry since prehistoric times. The most valuable coral is known as angel skin coral, which is either red or black in color. Coral jewelry enriches wearers of a quite special fascinating charm, the perfect embodiment of human's yearning for sunshine and faraway ocean.
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Coral is calcium carbonate that is produced by tiniest life forms, polyps which settled in the depths of ocean centuries ago. Coral grows in vast colonies looking like underwater flowers, whose structure is much thicker and hard at the fork. Only these parts can be used as the valuable raw material for jewellery pieces. As the other gemstones coral is hard to cut and carve. After careful polishing the dull and matted coral will appear in a splendid gloss.
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Coral symbolizes life energy and has been worshipped as a protective charm in many cultures. Ancients believed it will help in good fortune and offer protection from skin disease when worn as a necklace or bracelet. The contemporary healing theory believes coral can sooth fears and tensions, used for stimulating the bloodstream and aid to depression and lethargy.
All times in history the red coral necklaces are believed to bring the invigorating powers to children. Red, black and pink necklaces are often a popular choice for women. Even when wearing coral on the bare skin its irresistible beauty reflects the sumptuousness of its wearer. Coral inspires our artisans to develop unique designs because it is one of the most charming organic jewellery materials.
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