Thursday, November 6, 2008

Asian Influence

My first jewelry line for Angie Star Jewelry was inspired by Asian icons, images and symbols. The gems were chose for compatibility. Jade is considered by the Chinese to have symbolic energy, having a balancing effect while stimulating creativity. "It embodies the Confucian virtues of wisdom, justice, compassion, modesty and courage, yet it also symbolizes the female - erotic." --ICM Gem Bureau. Pearls are organic-- once rare and more precious than diamonds with the finest coming from the orient. Coral--like pearls are organic and many cultures believe them to be talisman, protecting against evil spirits and a symbol of friendship and truth.