subject: Jewelry Economy [print this page] Jewelry is an ever growing popular trend but with the economy being in the unstable state that it is in people are looking for a better, more economical way to add to their jewelry collections. Wholesale jewelry is a great way to enjoy the beauty of jewelry but at bulk rate prices that won"t break the bank. If your purchasing such jewelry for yourself there isn"t much you have to do other than research the company you wish to buy from. On the other hand, if you are purchasing bulk priced jewelry for resell in a store or online there are additional steps you must take. In order to sell jewelry in an online store you will have to obtain the proper license to do so by contacting your local Chamber of Commerce. After you obtain the necessary license you will be ready to start searching the internet for jewelry at great prices.
Around the eight century is when it became unusual for men to adorn themselves with gems and jewelry, even with a non conflict diamond, although weapons often had jewels embedded within them, and signet rings were still used.
The jewelry we are most accustomed to today is called "costume jewelry." It was developed in the 1930"s, so that middle class people could adorn themselves as well. The word "costume" in this sense is meant to describe an outfit as we know it today.
This type of jewelry is a good example of capitalism, as is made from cheap materials, and is meant to go with a specific outfit or fashion that would ideally outdate itself so that more costume jewelry would need to be purchased in order to match with the next big thing.
Components of this jewelry are usually glass, plastic, brass, or even semi-precious rather than precious minerals. Synthetics such as cubic zirconium (which look like diamonds) and rhinestones are often used as well.
