Mermaid Treasure

According to legend, aquamarine originated in the treasure chest of fabulous mermaids, and has, since ancient times, been regarded as 'the sailors' lucky stone'. Aquamarine derives its name from the Latin term for seawater and has a long tradition of being a stone for those who spend much of their time at sea. The Greeks and the Romans knew aquamarine as the sailor's gem too, ensuring the safe and prosperous passage across many stormy seas. Legend has it that aquamarines were the prized possessions of many mermaids and would thus protect sailors from the dangers of sea, including warding off sea-sickness.

Aquamarine is a blue to green-blue variety of precious beryl. The beryl group of minerals is most famous for chromium-rich, green emerald, which happens to be one of the 'Precious Four' gems of the world (diamond, sapphire and ruby are the remaining three). Like sea water, aquamarine reflects shades of light blue, dark blue, blue-green and green-blue color. The more saturated the color, the higher the value, although almost all aquamarine is typically a lighter blue tone. They are exceptionally hard and have a vitreous, glass-like luster.

Aquamarine is a beautiful gem that complements almost any skin or eye color, which makes it an all-time favorite for women the world over. Stop in to Starfire Jewelry and discover an enchanting aquamarine mermaid treasure for yourself.

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"Darwin may have been quite correct in his theory that man descended from the apes of the forest, but surely woman rose from the frothy sea, as resplendent as Aphrodite on her scalloped chariot."
~Margot Datz (A Survival Guide for Landlocked Mermaids)

Sangria Sunset

After a hard day’s work, who wouldn’t enjoy sipping freshly made refreshments and watching the sun sink below the horizon? Our Sangria Sunset Collection has been created to be reminiscent of warm weather, colorful cocktails and sunshine glistening on water.

Pretty and contemporary trillion shape gems give this design a versatile style that can go easily from the beach to the boardroom. The reflective guava pink quartz stones, encased in sterling silver, sparkle with checkerboard cut facets.  Dazzle everyone by wearing a piece from our stunning Sangria Sunset Collection.

 

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At the beach, life is different. Time doesn't move hour to hour but mood to moment.

We live by the currents, plan by the tides and follow the sun.

 

 

 

Traditional Sangria Recipe

Ingredients

2 bottles chilled dry red wine, like Rioja

1 cup brandy

1 cup orange juice

1/4 cup superfine granulated sugar

2 oranges, cut into thin rounds

2 Meyer lemons, cut into thin rounds

3 Key limes, cut into thin rounds

2 apples, cored and cut into 1/2-inch chunks

2 cups cold club soda

Directions

In a large pot or bowl, combine the wine, brandy, orange juice and sugar and stir until the sugar dissolves. Add the orange, lemon, and lime slices, the apples and refrigerate until well chilled, about 1 hour. Remove from the refrigerator and add the soda. Serve in glasses over ice and enjoy! 

Circles

The circle is perhaps the purest, most profound and the most common symbol in existence. A circle, having no beginning or end, represents infinity, eternity, wholeness and femininity. Some meaningfully and significant symbols or objects that are circular are Stonehenge, the Wheel of Life, and a halo around the head of a saint. The circle symbol meaning is universal, sacred and divine. It represents the infinite nature of energy, and the inclusivity of the universe.

The beautiful and lively gemstone combination set in the center of the sterling silver circles are Blue Topaz, Peridot, Green Quartz and Turquoise.

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Mint Madness

A color trend that is definitely hot this spring & summer of 2013 is mint. Mint is considered a very feminine, fun, and unique color that is definitely a great choice to be added to an outfit to make it stand out! This season, you can find mint colors in almost every style of clothing; tops, dresses, bottoms, and jackets and also accessories.

Variscite jewelry adds that perfect little pop of mint color. It’s fun, fresh & fashionable and adds a calming balance to more lively colors like yellow and coral.

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First Blush

Soft, feminine and stylish… It's no wonder subtle shades of blush are saturating the bridal market right now. They’re gorgeous! What bride wouldn’t blush in sparkling pink morganite gemstones and soft rose gold on her wedding day?

Blush pink is a very sweet, feminine, refined and soft hue that is perfect for women who are romantics at heart. If you dream of a fairy tale wedding and wish to have an elegantly creative appearance then you will love the delicate designs and pastel color of this collection.  

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“All I really, really want our love to do is to bring out the best in me and in you too.”

~Joni Mitchell

Bright & Flirty

Brighten up you look for spring! As much as we love tights, boots, knit sweaters and scarves here at Starfire, we're beyond over the cold days of winter and can't wait to shed some layers and update our looks. Here are some new colorful dangle earrings we can't wait to start rocking now that spring has officially started! Bright and flirty, these Multi-gemstone earrings are exactly what we all need to welcome the lively hues of spring!

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It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold:

when it is summer in the light, and winter in the shade. ~Charles Dickens, Great Expectations

Freespirit

If you revel in all the worlds’ miraculous and unique splendors, living life to its fullest, continuing to search for the deeper meaning, experiencing all the joy that life has to offer, than most likely are a free spirit. Free spirits are inclined to explore life and taste new experiences that hold true to the deepest parts of themselves vs. being influenced by what the masses around them are doing. They are often people who think freely and have the courage to hear their own voice and follow their own integrity. They are human beings who feel unconstrained by convention; rather, the spirit of liberty is paramount to that person.

Enjoy expressing the extraordinary individual that you are with unique jewelry from Starfire, and set yourself apart from the crowd.

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"I Like to be a free spirit. Some don't like that, but that's the way I am."

~Princess Diana