by Catherine Saliba | Apr 27, 2016 | articles
Maltese settlers abroad Australia became home to 60,000 Maltese born Immigrants who stuck together on this vast continent, supporting and comforting each other through times of emotional trauma, homesickness and the enduring anguish of being separated from loved ones...
by Catherine Saliba | Mar 9, 2016 | articles
International ring size chart. Circumference (inches) Circ. (mm) Diameter (mm) Australian and British size USA and Canadian size European size 1 10/16 41.5 13.21 D 2 41 1/2 1 11/16 42.7 13.61 E 2 1/2 42 3/4 1 12/16 43.4 14.05 F 3 44 1 25/32 45 14.45 G 3 1/2 45 1/4 1...
by Catherine Saliba | Mar 9, 2016 | articles
Hallmarks are used as an indication of the metal content in precious metal jewellery. The hallmark is usually stamped into the piece. Gold and Silver in their pure form are not sufficiently durable, so they need an alloy to improve their wearing qualities....
by Catherine Saliba | Feb 19, 2016 | articles
Pure GOLD is a beautiful rich yellow metal worshiped and highly prized by many societies throughout human history. Gold is one of the heaviest substances on earth and when pure, it has a specific gravity of 19.3.The international weight measurement of Gold is One troy...
by Catherine Saliba | Feb 18, 2016 | articles
Caring for your jewellery tips. We are confident you will love your new jewellery and hope that it brings you much pleasure and enjoyment. The designs are so beautiful that they in themselves are conversation starters. All our jewellery has been crafted with fine...
by Catherine Saliba | Oct 4, 2014 | articles
The Southern Cross is a small yet brilliant star constellation. It can be viewed from various countries. It is a pattern of stars in the Milky Way galaxy. It is the easiest constellation to identify in the Southern sky. And it has served many sailors as a navigational...
by Catherine Saliba | Sep 3, 2014 | articles
Online sales journey; from face to face direct selling to the internet. I owned and operated a successful direct selling jewellery business in Melbourne for 13 years in the 1980’s and 1990’s (Jewellery Design and Import). I did not have a mobile phone, or a computer,...
by Catherine Saliba | Sep 14, 2013 | articles
Swarovski crystal flora fauna lantern designs. Energy changes form so it cannot be created or destroyed. Plants absorb the sunlight and convert it into Chlorophyll for food. Animals eat the plants and utilize the chemical energy converted from ‘sunlight' by the...
by Catherine Saliba | Jul 30, 2013 | articles
Genesis Let there BE Light Rainbow Prism Collection. Swarovski Crystal, Cosmic Rings and genuine Gemstones. Designed by Catherine ☼ Created by Simona ☼ Video: Genesis "Let there be Light" jewellery collection The colour combinations of the Swarovski Crystals are kept...
by Catherine Saliba | Apr 27, 2013 | articles
Pearls From one of the humblest of life forms, the mollusc, the Pearl is created. It is a gem of unsurpassed beauty and elegance. They come in a bewildering variety of shapes, colours and sizes. Round traditionally command the highest prices. South Sea Pearls and...
by Catherine Saliba | Dec 4, 2012 | articles
Charms at Beloved Treasures Australia in Sterling Silver. We stock genuine Sterling Silver charms and 9ct 9kt Gold charms that can be worn as pendants. The clip on charms are fitted with the highest quality Italian clasps. They can be attached and removed easily...
by Catherine Saliba | Dec 4, 2012 | articles
Preciosa crystal stones are 8 faceted and durable. This is due to a highly resistant varnish that protects the stone during the technological process. They are one of the most resistant stones in the jewellery industry. This guarantees manufacturers a very efficient...