Gold has been prized by human beings for thousands of years, and has been used as currency as well as for jewelery and other forms of ornamentation. Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs from approximately 2600 years BC describe gold, as even this early on it was seen as an indication of great wealth.
Both the Old and New Testament of the Bible make mention of gold, which also serves to demonstrate the metal’s importance to humanity in the ancient world. The early explorers who discovered the Americas were Gucci Handbags Sale encouraged to continue their excursions to the New World in part due to the fact that the native peoples used a lot of gold in both jewelery and ornamentation.
Those who went on to inhabit Canada, the USA and South America continued to search for gold, and were very often successful. Some of the most famous gold rushes occurred in places like Klondike, Colorado and the Black Hills, but other countries also experienced them – for example Australia and South Africa.
Today, gold is still widely used to make jewelery such as necklaces, bracelets, rings and earrings. Some are interested to learn that it is also used for its medicinal qualities on occasion – it can prove to be quite a good anti-inflammatory, though is maybe best known for its use in dentistry. Gold leaf is also used in certain food products, including some alcoholic beverages, for decorative purposes.
The history and the many uses of gold are fascinating, and there are reams of information in books or online for any who are interested in finding out more. One of the very best ways to indulge your love of the precious metal is to find a gold sweetie bracelet.
The bracelets, which are elegant and stylish, allow the owner to add their choice of charms or can be worn as sold. The Links of London gold sweetie bracelets are made from hallmarked Stirling silver, which is then covered with 18 carat rolled gold. These bracelets make splendid gifts and are a beautiful addition to almost any outfit.
It can seem difficult to choose presents for loved ones sometimes, but one thing many ladies love to have an abundance of is jewelery. As well as gold sweetie bracelets, Links of London produce many other ranges Prada Bags Sale of bracelets, not to mention necklaces, watches, rings and earrings. An advantage of sweetie type bracelets and necklaces is that they can be ‘customized’ by the person who owns them.
A wide variety of charms are available, to mark certain life occasions or just to appeal to differing tastes. Available in plain Stirling silver or gold or black rhodium plated, there is a sweetie bracelet to suit most occasions. Whether you need to purchase an item of jewelery to match a certain set of clothes, or whether you are seeking a gift for a wedding anniversary, birthday or for Christmas, then a gold sweetie bracelet could be just the thing you are looking for. It can add that extra bit of sparkle to a special day!
Making a purchase could not be easier. Just browse our store, and add any items that you wish to buy into the shopping cart. We sell a range of jewelery, including the ever popular Sweetie Bracelet and other precious pieces.
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