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Georg Jensen - The Most Famous Danish Silversmith in History

Georg Jensen is the most famous Danish silversmith and jewelry designer that ever lived. He is world-renowned for his refined and intricate mastery.The simple elegance of his works and the emphasis...

The Origin of Denim Jeans: A History of 400 Years

The first brand of jeans that comes to mind is the oldest: Levi's. From 1950 until today, jeans have had countless styles and discolorations, changing with social trends.But why are jeans so popul...

The Fascinating Story of Lapis Lazuli

Lapis lazuli is a beautiful precious blue stone that has fascinated mankind for millennia. It is full of symbolism and has a fascinating history behind it.The rare blue mineral is used to make art ...

The Legendary Castellani Jewelry - A History of Perfection

Whoever has the opportunity to own even a tiny authentic Castellani jewelry piece is most fortunate. Not only is it extremely rare and perfectly crafted, but the history of its creator is glorious ...

The Bloody History Surrounding the Silver Treasure Newly Discovered in Russia

A team of archaeologists has discovered a treasure trove of silver objects in southwestern Russia, a discovery made in a region where several such treasures were hidden so as not to be plundered b...

Unknown Truths About the Ancient Buddhist Swastika (Shrivatsa) Symbol

Once upon a time, the swastika was seen as a symbol of the gods, a connection between heaven and earth. But its hidden meanings have been lost over the long course of history.Maybe no other symbol ...

Ancient Mysterious Treasures: The Golden Pectoral from Tovsta Mohyla

The fascinating Scythian gold pectoral is an ancient artifact discovered in a burial kurgan at a site called Tovsta Mohyla.It is considered one of the greatest archaeological finds of the 20th cent...

The Legendary House of Fabergé Part (II)

The style of the Fabergé House is a unique and mesmerizing combination of heterogeneous elements. It doesn't correspond to any of the previously known styles reviewed by art historians.It is wrong ...

"The Man of Steel" - a Fascinating Story About a Unique Statue and an Ancient Symbol

The ancient 1,000-year-old Tibetan statue of the Buddha, called "The Man of Steel", is as fascinating as it is intriguing.Not only is the ancient statue made out of a very special extraterrestrial ...

René Lalique: The Designer that Revolutionized the World of Jewelry

René Jules Lalique is a world-famous French designer of jewelry, glass objects, luxury perfume bottles, chandeliers, watches, and other fascinating items.Lalique is known for the beauty and qualit...