Crystal Pendant

38mm Ice Drop Crystal Prisms #871-38 38mm Ice Drop Crystal Prisms #871-38
List Price: $3.99
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Hung in windows, crystals can bring chi energy from the outside into dark areas of your home or office.A crystal placed in the south-east, north-west, or center of a room can aid in stimulating prosperity. Only the finest quality lead crystal is used which makes them the most valued type of crystal. Each is made with a hole for hanging in your window or attaching to projects.They make great gifts! The sparkle in this crystal a makes it a gorgeous and easy gift or ornament!These are priced to sell! This crystal prism is gorgeous!

Crystal Pendant

144 Crystal Swarovski Cross Pendant 6860 12x10mm PACK
144 Crystal Swarovski Cross Pendant 6860 12x10mm PACK
   US $168.99
Bi color Tourmaline Terminated Crystal Pendant
Bi color Tourmaline Terminated Crystal Pendant
   US $164.00
Raw Rock Crystal Point Pendant Gemstone Necklace
Raw Rock Crystal Point Pendant Gemstone Necklace
   US $162.50
720 Swarovski Crystal AB 6200 6428 6mm Pendant Beads FP
720 Swarovski Crystal AB 6200 6428 6mm Pendant Beads FP
   US $159.95
72 pcs Crystal AB Swarovski Cross Pendant 6866 20mm
72 pcs Crystal AB Swarovski Cross Pendant 6866 20mm
   US $145.99
144 pcs Crystal AB Swarovski Flower Pendant 6744 14mm
144 pcs Crystal AB Swarovski Flower Pendant 6744 14mm
   US $129.00
72 Crystal Swarovski Cross Pendant 6860 20x16mm PACK
72 Crystal Swarovski Cross Pendant 6860 20x16mm PACK
   US $124.99
72 pcs Crystal Swarovski Cross Pendant 6866 20mm PACK
72 pcs Crystal Swarovski Cross Pendant 6866 20mm PACK
   US $115.99
Green Phantom Quartz Crystal Pendant Gemstone Beads
Green Phantom Quartz Crystal Pendant Gemstone Beads
   US $115.00
288 Crystal AB Swarovski Heart Pendant 6202 10mm PACK
288 Crystal AB Swarovski Heart Pendant 6202 10mm PACK
   US $112.99
Good Luck ZEN Crystal Pendant w bail PLUS BONUS
Good Luck ZEN Crystal Pendant w bail PLUS BONUS
   US $112.29
5105 SWAROVSKI ® CRYSTAL BEADS 12mm PENDANTS 1gross
5105 SWAROVSKI ® CRYSTAL BEADS 12mm PENDANTS 1gross
   US $110.00
288 pcs Crystal AB Swarovski Bicone Pendant 6301 8mm
288 pcs Crystal AB Swarovski Bicone Pendant 6301 8mm
   US $109.99
288 pcs Crystal Swarovski Bicone Pendant 6301 8mm PACK
288 pcs Crystal Swarovski Bicone Pendant 6301 8mm PACK
   US $95.99
Raw Natural Rock Crystal Point Pendants New Style
Raw Natural Rock Crystal Point Pendants New Style
   US $95.00
Swarovski Clear Crystal Cross Pendant NEW
Swarovski Clear Crystal Cross Pendant NEW
   US $94.99
Swarovski Be Mine Clear Crystal Heart Pendant Engraved
Swarovski Be Mine Clear Crystal Heart Pendant Engraved
   US $94.99
144 pcs Crystal Swarovski Flower Pendant 6744 14mm
144 pcs Crystal Swarovski Flower Pendant 6744 14mm
   US $92.99
144 pcs Crystal Swarovski Heart Pendant 6202 14mm PACK
144 pcs Crystal Swarovski Heart Pendant 6202 14mm PACK
   US $91.99
72 pcs Crystal Swarovski Heart Pendant 6202 18mm PACK
72 pcs Crystal Swarovski Heart Pendant 6202 18mm PACK
   US $91.99
720 PCS SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL PENDANTS BEADS 6200 6MM SIAM
720 PCS SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL PENDANTS BEADS 6200 6MM SIAM
   US $90.00
5105 SWAROVSKI ® CRYSTAL BEADS 8mm PENDANTS 2gross
5105 SWAROVSKI ® CRYSTAL BEADS 8mm PENDANTS 2gross
   US $90.00
144 pcs Crystal AB Swarovski Flower Pendant 6744 12mm
144 pcs Crystal AB Swarovski Flower Pendant 6744 12mm
   US $89.99
360 pcs Crystal AB Swarovski Bicone Pendant 6301 6mm
360 pcs Crystal AB Swarovski Bicone Pendant 6301 6mm
   US $85.99
5105 SWAROVSKI ® CRYSTAL BEADS 10mm PENDANTS 1gross
5105 SWAROVSKI ® CRYSTAL BEADS 10mm PENDANTS 1gross
   US $85.00
288 pcs Crystal Swarovski Heart Pendant 6202 10mm PACK
288 pcs Crystal Swarovski Heart Pendant 6202 10mm PACK
   US $81.99
144 Swarovski Crystal AB 6200 6428 8mm Pendant Bead FP
144 Swarovski Crystal AB 6200 6428 8mm Pendant Bead FP
   US $79.95
Swarovski Clear Crystal Heart Pendant NEW
Swarovski Clear Crystal Heart Pendant NEW
   US $76.99
ART 6707 SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL SNOWFLAKE PENDANTS 35MM NIB
ART 6707 SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL SNOWFLAKE PENDANTS 35MM NIB
   US $75.00
360 pcs Crystal Swarovski Bicone Pendant 6301 6mm PACK
360 pcs Crystal Swarovski Bicone Pendant 6301 6mm PACK
   US $74.99
144 pcs Crystal Swarovski Flower Pendant 6744 12mm
144 pcs Crystal Swarovski Flower Pendant 6744 12mm
   US $69.99
FULL BOX 9 Vintage Swarovski Crystal 6105 Pendant Bead
FULL BOX 9 Vintage Swarovski Crystal 6105 Pendant Bead
   US $69.95
FULL BOX Vintage Swarovski Crystal 6105 Pendant Bead LG
FULL BOX Vintage Swarovski Crystal 6105 Pendant Bead LG
   US $69.95
Green Tourmaline Terminated Crystal Pendant
Green Tourmaline Terminated Crystal Pendant
   US $63.99
Swarovski Marie Small Crystal Wal Pendant NEW
Swarovski Marie Small Crystal Wal Pendant NEW
   US $61.99
Swarovski Marie Small Crystal Moonlight Pendant NEW
Swarovski Marie Small Crystal Moonlight Pendant NEW
   US $61.99
Pink Tourmaline Terminated Crystal Pendant
Pink Tourmaline Terminated Crystal Pendant
   US $60.00
9 x Swarovski 6864 Cross Pendant 40x30mm clear CRYSTAL
9 x Swarovski 6864 Cross Pendant 40x30mm clear CRYSTAL
   US $59.99
36 pcs Swarovski Crystal Pendant Heart 14mm
36 pcs Swarovski Crystal Pendant Heart 14mm
   US $55.00
6105 SWAROVSKI ® CRYSTAL chandelier pendants 50mm 9pcs
6105 SWAROVSKI ® CRYSTAL chandelier pendants 50mm 9pcs
   US $55.00
Vintage Swarovski Crystal SPHINX Pendant Bead 6400 23mm
Vintage Swarovski Crystal SPHINX Pendant Bead 6400 23mm
   US $54.95
6 swarovski 32x23 rhinestone pendants chains GP crystal
6 swarovski 32x23 rhinestone pendants chains GP crystal
   US $51.00
Swarovski Lea Clear Crystal Pendant NEW
Swarovski Lea Clear Crystal Pendant NEW
   US $49.99
100 PCS SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL AB 6200 PENDANT BEADS 8mm
100 PCS SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL AB 6200 PENDANT BEADS 8mm
   US $49.98
VTG Swarovski Crystal Cathedral Pendant Bead 6400 23mm
VTG Swarovski Crystal Cathedral Pendant Bead 6400 23mm
   US $49.95
VTG Swarovski Crystal Vitrail Lt Pendant Bead 6400 23mm
VTG Swarovski Crystal Vitrail Lt Pendant Bead 6400 23mm
   US $49.95
Vintage Swarovski Crystal TABAC Pendant Bead 6400 23mm
Vintage Swarovski Crystal TABAC Pendant Bead 6400 23mm
   US $49.95
VTG Swarovski Crystal Vitrail Md Pendant Bead 6400 23mm
VTG Swarovski Crystal Vitrail Md Pendant Bead 6400 23mm
   US $49.95

Where can I get Diamond-Cut aka Gem-cut crystal beads?

I have these earrings made from beads that look like loose diamonds and the hole is drilled on the side (not through the middle) so it hands like a pendant. Haven't seen anything like that in bead stores. Maybe I have the wrong name?

Try stitchncraft.co.uk they do all sorts of fancy beads

Crystal Jewellery for the Living

Crystal has fascinated men and women from the time we discovered its beauty, radiance and brilliance. It has always lent a touch of elegance and brightness to our jewellery. Crystal can be worn embedded inside jewellery of of gold, silver, platinum or any other material. Or it can also be worn as a pendant hanging from a necklace or a neck chain, a bracelet, an anklet or an armlet. No matter where we wear it, crystal brightens up our look and appearance and makes us look ravishing.

To enhance the beauty of our body parts, a great way to go about it is by defining them with crystal. For instance, petite and soft wrists can look all the more elegant and appealing with small crystal pendants hanging from a well crafted bracelet. And similarly, if you are wearing skirts, shorts or short trousers, and your tender ankles are visible, then you can make one of them look more graceful and bewitching, you can take the help of a shapely crystal.

The crystal is known for its shine and reflection. So when you wear crystal jewellery, even a small ray of light can make your crystal coruscate and that will brighten up your limbs. A crystal pendant can also spell magic and make you look quite admirable. You get crystal in different colours, so you can match your jewellery with your outfit and look quite lovely and fine.

Not just jewellery, crystal can also make various kinds of accessories look gorgeous. Belts, bags and purses can be made beautiful in an instant with crystal and stones. Many women like crystal embedded foot wear and they look quite fashionable in high profile parties and social gatherings. Crystal can make your life quite interesting and beautiful too. And the best thing is – you can wear them in any way you want to.

About the Author

Paul Shane cherishes a hobby of studying and collecting Jewellery, to dig out the making and story behind them, especially the rare or exquisite ones, also the Pearls being used for manufacturing the jewellery. He also loves studying consumer behaviour related to jewellery selecting and buying. At present he is associated with a leading group called E-Beads Limited.

Pendant Focal

Rose Quartz Gems Large Oval Pendant Focal Bead 30 x 40mm Pink Rose Quartz Gems Large Oval Pendant Focal Bead 30 x 40mm Pink
List Price: $2.69

Beautiful Pink Rose Quartz Huge 30 x 40mm Oval PendantLovely large pendant stone. Drilled top to bottom. The pendant is identically curved on the front and back. We recommend using a 22 gauge wire to wrap pendant. Measurements: 40mm long, 30mm wide, 7mm thick. Hole is approximately 1mm in diameter.

Pendant Focal

Large Blue Dumortierite Pendants Gemstone Focal Beads
Large Blue Dumortierite Pendants Gemstone Focal Beads
   US $155.00
One of A Kind Chrysocolla Gemstone Focal Pendant AA
One of A Kind Chrysocolla Gemstone Focal Pendant AA
   US $140.00
Large Cape Jasper Pendants Gemstone Focal Beads
Large Cape Jasper Pendants Gemstone Focal Beads
   US $135.00
Large Red Jasper Heart Pendant Gemstone Focal Beads
Large Red Jasper Heart Pendant Gemstone Focal Beads
   US $95.00
Blue Indicolite Tourmaline Focal Pendant Bead 29 Carats
Blue Indicolite Tourmaline Focal Pendant Bead 29 Carats
   US $85.00
Blue Indicolite Tourmaline Focal Pendant Bead 25 Carats
Blue Indicolite Tourmaline Focal Pendant Bead 25 Carats
   US $75.00
Natural Blue Lapis Lazuli Pyrite Focal Pendant Bead 2
Natural Blue Lapis Lazuli Pyrite Focal Pendant Bead 2
   US $75.00
Natural Blue Lapis Lazuli Pyrite Focal Pendant Bead
Natural Blue Lapis Lazuli Pyrite Focal Pendant Bead
   US $75.00
Larimar Faceted Nugget Focal Pendant Bead 37mm
Larimar Faceted Nugget Focal Pendant Bead 37mm
   US $67.00
Large Red Black Pilbara Jasper Focal Pendant Australia
Large Red Black Pilbara Jasper Focal Pendant Australia
   US $65.00
Larimar LARGE Faceted Nugget Focal Pendant Bead 38mm
Larimar LARGE Faceted Nugget Focal Pendant Bead 38mm
   US $63.00
Large Red Yellow Pilbara Jasper Focal Pendant Australia
Large Red Yellow Pilbara Jasper Focal Pendant Australia
   US $62.50
Larimar Faceted Nugget Focal Pendant Bead 34mm
Larimar Faceted Nugget Focal Pendant Bead 34mm
   US $59.00
Large Chariote Pendant Focal Bead 96 ctw
Large Chariote Pendant Focal Bead 96 ctw
   US $50.00
Genuine Blue Sapphire Faceted Pear Pendants Focal Beads
Genuine Blue Sapphire Faceted Pear Pendants Focal Beads
   US $49.99
HS Natural Oregon Rhodonite Focal Pendant Bead WoW
HS Natural Oregon Rhodonite Focal Pendant Bead WoW
   US $47.60
15 Strand LAPIS 18x30mm Focal Pendant Beads
15 Strand LAPIS 18x30mm Focal Pendant Beads
   US $36.50
China Mountain Turquoise Slab Focal Pendant Bead 57mm
China Mountain Turquoise Slab Focal Pendant Bead 57mm
   US $36.00
amber lampwork glass jewelry loose focal pendant bead b
amber lampwork glass jewelry loose focal pendant bead b
   US $35.00
BORO GLASS LAMPWORK COCKATOO Focal bead pendant
BORO GLASS LAMPWORK COCKATOO Focal bead pendant
   US $35.00
lampwork focal glass pendant spacer jewelry beads lot c
lampwork focal glass pendant spacer jewelry beads lot c
   US $35.00
dichroic glass lampwork mermaid focal bead pendant SRA
dichroic glass lampwork mermaid focal bead pendant SRA
   US $34.99
Larimar Faceted Nugget Focal Pendant Bead 24mm
Larimar Faceted Nugget Focal Pendant Bead 24mm
   US $34.00
VERMEIL 24k GOLD Bali Ornate Focal Bead Pendant B157V
VERMEIL 24k GOLD Bali Ornate Focal Bead Pendant B157V
   US $32.99
99 SILVER SAND DOLLAR FOCAL BEAD PENDANT
99 SILVER SAND DOLLAR FOCAL BEAD PENDANT
   US $32.95
Natural Citrine Gemstone Focal Pendant Brazil
Natural Citrine Gemstone Focal Pendant Brazil
   US $32.00
Natural Amethyst Gemstone Stone Focal Pendant Brazil
Natural Amethyst Gemstone Stone Focal Pendant Brazil
   US $32.00
BORO GLASS LAMPWORK DICHROIC HEART Focal bead pendant
BORO GLASS LAMPWORK DICHROIC HEART Focal bead pendant
   US $30.00
HUGE Bali Sterling Silver Focal Beads Pendant 24mm B157
HUGE Bali Sterling Silver Focal Beads Pendant 24mm B157
   US $29.99
Bluish Green Turquoise Pendant Focal Bead
Bluish Green Turquoise Pendant Focal Bead
   US $29.99
HS Natural Oregon Rhodonite Focal Pendant Bead WoW
HS Natural Oregon Rhodonite Focal Pendant Bead WoW
   US $27.20
VERMEIL 24k GOLD Bali Ornate Focal Bead Pendant B88V
VERMEIL 24k GOLD Bali Ornate Focal Bead Pendant B88V
   US $25.99
58ctw XLARGE Mystic Quartz Heart Focal Pendant Brio
58ctw XLARGE Mystic Quartz Heart Focal Pendant Brio
   US $25.99
JE lampwork Boro Glass Pendant focal Bead Sea Turtle
JE lampwork Boro Glass Pendant focal Bead Sea Turtle
   US $24.99
oceans glass lampwork gem flowers bead focal pendant
oceans glass lampwork gem flowers bead focal pendant
   US $24.99
earthworks lampwork DRAGONFLY focal pendant bead art
earthworks lampwork DRAGONFLY focal pendant bead art
   US $24.99
earthworks lampwork FROG focal pendant bead art
earthworks lampwork FROG focal pendant bead art
   US $24.99
earthworks glass BUMPY pendant bead focal art boro
earthworks glass BUMPY pendant bead focal art boro
   US $24.99
BORO GLASS LAMPWORK ROUND Focal bead pendant
BORO GLASS LAMPWORK ROUND Focal bead pendant
   US $24.99
dichroic lampwork seashell vessel bead focal pendant
dichroic lampwork seashell vessel bead focal pendant
   US $24.99
lampwork seashell vessel bead focal pendant hollow
lampwork seashell vessel bead focal pendant hollow
   US $24.99
earthworks lampwork glass HONEYCOMB pendant bead focal
earthworks lampwork glass HONEYCOMB pendant bead focal
   US $24.99
earthworks lampwork FROG focal animal pendant bead art
earthworks lampwork FROG focal animal pendant bead art
   US $24.99
earthworks lampwork LIZARD focal pendant bead art
earthworks lampwork LIZARD focal pendant bead art
   US $24.99
Blue Bottle Lampwork Focal Borosilicate Pendant DG SRA
Blue Bottle Lampwork Focal Borosilicate Pendant DG SRA
   US $24.99
ocean glass lampwork seashell hollow focal bead pendant
ocean glass lampwork seashell hollow focal bead pendant
   US $24.99

Lighting Makeover
What’s the first thing you notice when you walk into someone’s kitchen—cabinets, floors, appliances? Chances are, you actually notice the light—or lack thereof—that highlights the unique features of the kitchen.

Sapphire pendant - close to your heart!

Sapphires have long been cherished for their translucent beauty. When it comes to the splendid sapphire we usually think of the deep blue color. However, it is found in many different shades of blue and other enticing colors like orange, yellow, pink and the rare orange-pink. It is the focal point of many fine pieces of jewelry especially when set in a pendant. A pendant is worn close to the heart and sapphire is best suited for this. Sapphire is symbolic of love, eternity and trust. It is believed to have telepathic powers that provide the ability to communicate through thoughts. This might tell us why sapphire is a favorite among lovers!

Sapphire pendants are perfect to add an extra zing to any of your regular outfits and give an additional charm to your appearance. These are available in many awe-inspiring styles. Go for the one that best describes your personality. If you wish to wear something unique then go for a solitaire sapphire pendant in round or any other fancy cut. If you wish to wear a bit elaborate style, opt between the sapphire-diamond circle pendant and butterfly pendant. Your desire for contemporary style can be met with a heart shape or a dangling pendant in sapphire.

A cross pendant suits any style. Besides its religious connotations it’s quite fashionable and a good everyday wear. A gorgeous pendant has a glamorous effect on any woman, especially if it’s a flower sapphire pedant. This beautiful pendant dresses up any outfit and oozes elegance. You can go for sapphire journey pendants in curve, circle or heart shape. They’ll definitely make you stand out in a crowd especially when the striking sapphires are teamed up with dazzling diamonds.

Sapphires are beautiful beyond blue. If you have an eye for color, then go for the color you fancy most. The sweet pink sapphire in a pendant will give you a sheer feminine touch. Other counterparts of the splendid sapphire are equally engaging and look brilliant when set in pendants. No matter what color you choose, sapphire pendants combine beauty and durability for generations to come. So grab the one for that stunning look you wish to carry, no matter where you go!

About the Author

I keep myself abreast with the new jewelry trends prevailing round the globe. I have a passion to write about jewelry and gemstones. I am working for an online gemstones and Jewelry selling website and this has given me an edge for writing better about the latest trends in gemstone and jewelry.Sapphire Pendants, Emerald Pendants

Reddish Pink

Reddish Pink

3778ct Museum Grade Best Hot Reddish Pink Tourmaline
3778ct Museum Grade Best Hot Reddish Pink Tourmaline
   US $8,500.00
1859cts Collectors Gem Ruby Reddish Pink Rubellite
1859cts Collectors Gem Ruby Reddish Pink Rubellite
   US $6,500.00
1929cts Worlds Best Reddish Pink Rubellite Tourmaline
1929cts Worlds Best Reddish Pink Rubellite Tourmaline
   US $6,400.00
1451Cts FABULOUS TOP LUSTER NATURAL REDDISH PINK RUBEL
1451Cts FABULOUS TOP LUSTER NATURAL REDDISH PINK RUBEL
   US $4,250.00
2412cts Museum Grade Lustrous Reddish Pink Rubellite
2412cts Museum Grade Lustrous Reddish Pink Rubellite
   US $3,900.00
2264ct Cream Piece Ultra Hot Reddish Pink Rubellite
2264ct Cream Piece Ultra Hot Reddish Pink Rubellite
   US $3,860.00
2167ct Best Lustrous Vivid Hot Reddish Pink Rubellite
2167ct Best Lustrous Vivid Hot Reddish Pink Rubellite
   US $3,700.00
1690ct Best Grade Natural Hot Reddish Pink Rubellite
1690ct Best Grade Natural Hot Reddish Pink Rubellite
   US $3,200.00
337ct Stunning Cushion Natural Top Reddish Pink Ruby
337ct Stunning Cushion Natural Top Reddish Pink Ruby
   US $2,919.00
1425cts Cream Piece Ultra Hot Reddish Pink Rubellite
1425cts Cream Piece Ultra Hot Reddish Pink Rubellite
   US $2,900.00
620cts Museum Gem Vivid Ruby Reddish Pink Rubellite
620cts Museum Gem Vivid Ruby Reddish Pink Rubellite
   US $2,799.00
166ct CERTIFIED UNHEATED Cushion Top REDDISH PINK RUBY
166ct CERTIFIED UNHEATED Cushion Top REDDISH PINK RUBY
   US $2,100.00
287ct Hi End SCARCE Heart Natural Reddish Pink Spinel
287ct Hi End SCARCE Heart Natural Reddish Pink Spinel
   US $2,009.00
AIGS CERTIFY 706Ct NR UNHEATED REDDISH PINK WINZA RUBY
AIGS CERTIFY 706Ct NR UNHEATED REDDISH PINK WINZA RUBY
   US $1,999.99
199ct Investment Gem Neon Reddish Pink Tanzania Spinel
199ct Investment Gem Neon Reddish Pink Tanzania Spinel
   US $1,600.00
STUNNING FIRE 1222CTSREDDISH PINK AFRICAN RUBILITE NR
STUNNING FIRE 1222CTSREDDISH PINK AFRICAN RUBILITE NR
   US $1,499.99
582Cts FABULOUS TOP LUSTER NATURAL REDDISH PINK RUBEL
582Cts FABULOUS TOP LUSTER NATURAL REDDISH PINK RUBEL
   US $1,499.00
245ct UNHEATED Oval Cut Reddish Pink Mozambique Ruby
245ct UNHEATED Oval Cut Reddish Pink Mozambique Ruby
   US $1,400.00
110 Ct Natural Reddish Pink Sapphire
110 Ct Natural Reddish Pink Sapphire
   US $1,320.00
190ct SCARCE Oval Portuguese Reddish Pink Burma Spinel
190ct SCARCE Oval Portuguese Reddish Pink Burma Spinel
   US $1,064.00
758 CTS FIRING LUSTER REDDISH PINK NIGERIA RUBELLITE
758 CTS FIRING LUSTER REDDISH PINK NIGERIA RUBELLITE
   US $999.99
Wow CERTIFIED Exceptional Reddish Pink CC Sapphire710
Wow CERTIFIED Exceptional Reddish Pink CC Sapphire710
   US $999.00
177ct Hi End Trillion Strong Vivid Reddish Pink Spinel
177ct Hi End Trillion Strong Vivid Reddish Pink Spinel
   US $991.00
172ct Extraordinary Oval Vibrant Reddish Pink Spinel
172ct Extraordinary Oval Vibrant Reddish Pink Spinel
   US $802.00
663 Carat Unheated Reddish Pink Star Ruby from Burma
663 Carat Unheated Reddish Pink Star Ruby from Burma
   US $746.00
195ct Mind boggling Oval Natural Reddish Pink Spinel
195ct Mind boggling Oval Natural Reddish Pink Spinel
   US $728.00
149ct World Class Oval Mahenge Top Reddish Pink Spinel
149ct World Class Oval Mahenge Top Reddish Pink Spinel
   US $694.00
077 Ct Natural Reddish Pink Sapphire
077 Ct Natural Reddish Pink Sapphire
   US $693.00
AIGS CERTIFIED UNHEATED 663ct OVAL REDDISH PINK RUBY
AIGS CERTIFIED UNHEATED 663ct OVAL REDDISH PINK RUBY
   US $610.00
CERTIFIED UNHEATED Natural Reddish Pink Ruby 207 CT
CERTIFIED UNHEATED Natural Reddish Pink Ruby 207 CT
   US $600.00
118CT RARE REDDISH PINK CUSHION CUT NAMYA SPINEL VVS1
118CT RARE REDDISH PINK CUSHION CUT NAMYA SPINEL VVS1
   US $595.15
757ct Museum Grade Natural Hot Reddish Pink Rubellite
757ct Museum Grade Natural Hot Reddish Pink Rubellite
   US $550.00
218ct Extremely Brilliant Cushion Reddish Pink Ruby
218ct Extremely Brilliant Cushion Reddish Pink Ruby
   US $508.00
822ct BEST GRADE HOT REDDISH PINK RUBELITE TOURMALINE
822ct BEST GRADE HOT REDDISH PINK RUBELITE TOURMALINE
   US $499.99
840ct HI END LUSTROUS REDDISH PINK RUBELITE TOURMALINE
840ct HI END LUSTROUS REDDISH PINK RUBELITE TOURMALINE
   US $499.99
AMAZING 512 CtsNR REDDISH PINK COLOR GARNET
AMAZING 512 CtsNR REDDISH PINK COLOR GARNET
   US $499.99
Mind Blowing 560 CtsNR Reddish Pink GARNET AAA COLOR
Mind Blowing 560 CtsNR Reddish Pink GARNET AAA COLOR
   US $499.99
1182Cts REDDISH PINK SPINEL IF 18 PCS
1182Cts REDDISH PINK SPINEL IF 18 PCS
   US $499.00
170ct Mind blowing ROSE Cut Natural Reddish Pink Ruby
170ct Mind blowing ROSE Cut Natural Reddish Pink Ruby
   US $476.00
043 Ct Rare Twinkle Fancy Reddish Pink Natural Diamond
043 Ct Rare Twinkle Fancy Reddish Pink Natural Diamond
   US $450.00
838CT Shimmering Hi End Natural Reddish Pink Rubellite
838CT Shimmering Hi End Natural Reddish Pink Rubellite
   US $424.99
UNTREATED REDDISH PINK NATURAL RUBELLITE TOURMALINE VS
UNTREATED REDDISH PINK NATURAL RUBELLITE TOURMALINE VS
   US $420.00
428cts Master Grade Unheated Reddish Pink Tourmaline
428cts Master Grade Unheated Reddish Pink Tourmaline
   US $410.00
334ct Mindblowing Oval Natural REDDISH Pink SPINEL IF
334ct Mindblowing Oval Natural REDDISH Pink SPINEL IF
   US $375.00
123ct Extraordinary Fine Trillion Reddish Pink Spinel
123ct Extraordinary Fine Trillion Reddish Pink Spinel
   US $373.00
265ct Notable Pear Natural Intense Reddish Pink Spinel
265ct Notable Pear Natural Intense Reddish Pink Spinel
   US $369.00

New Sedums or Stonecrops for 2010
Several new hardy sedums will be available in 2010. These include the following.

Kaposi's Sarcoma-A Warning Sign of HIV Infection

Kaposi's sarcoma (KS) was first described in the nineteenth century, as a neoplasm most commonly occurring in elderly middle-aged Jewish or Mediterranean men. Kaposi's sarcoma is a malignant neoplasm composed of spindle cells and vascular elements. More recently, it was seen in Africa where it is endemic, particularly in East Africa. The lesions in these groups were usually slow growing and responded readily to therapy. However, in association with HIV infection the lesions of KS may be more aggressive and sometimes quite resistant to therapy.

The causes and the course of the disease:

The pathogenesis of Kaposi's sarcoma is unknown. A viral etiology is suggested by the epidemiologic features. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) itself is a cofactor in patients with AIDS, as suggested by the induction of Kaposi's sarcoma.

Kaposi's Sarcoma is characterized by multifocal, widespread lesions at the onset of the disease. In the earliest, or patch stage the lesions are small, flat, and macular and may be reddish, pink, purplish, or brown. These lesions may be so inconspicuous that they are easily overlooked. These lesions may involve the skin, oral mucosa, lymph nodes, and visceral organs, and new lesions appear throughout the course of the disease. In rare cases the patient has a single cutaneous lesion, often on the head or neck.

Intraoral lesions may occur either alone or in association with skin, visceral and lymph node lesions. Frequently the first lesions of Kaposi's sarcoma appear inside the mouth. They can be red, blue or purple and may be flat or raised, solitary or multiple. The commonest oral site reported is the hard palate, although lesions may be found on any part of the oral mucosa including the gingiva, soft palate and buccal mucosa. KS lesions on the gingiva produce diffuse swelling of the gingival papilla, resembling periodontal disease or may sometimes resemble a parulis. The gingival lesions may be associated with considerable gingival enlargement causing periodontal pocketing. The periodontal pockets may become secondarily infected because of poor oral hygiene, and superficially the mucosa may become superinfected with Candida. When the lesions are on the tongue, usually in the midline, they may be paler in color, and several cases have been reported of KS presenting as a swelling of normal mucosal color.

Another unfortunate aspect of Kaposi's sarcoma is that about one third of patients subsequently develop a second malignancy, usually lymphoma, leukemia, or myeloma.

The clinical features:

Four forms of Kaposi's sarcoma are recognized:
1. The classic, or European, form, first described by Kaposi in 1862, was endemic to older men of Eastern European (especially Ashkenazic Jews) or Mediterranean descent. The tumor was uncommon in the United States, accounting for only 0.02% of all malignant tumors. Clinically, this form consists of multiple red to purple skin plaques or nodules primarily in the lower extremities, slowly increasing in size and number and spreading to more proximal sites. The tumors frequently remain localized to the skin and subcutaneous tissue but are locally aggressive, with an erratic course of relapses and remissions, rarely causing death of the patient. Visceral involvement occurs in only 10% of the cases and is usually clinically asymptomatic.
2. African AIDS is clinically similar to the European form, but occurs in younger men in equatorial Africa.95 It has a very high prevalence in these regions, representing up to 10% of all tumors. In children aged 2 to 3 years in Africa, the disease is often associated with generalized involvement of lymph nodes, resembling lymphoma.
3. Kaposi's sarcoma associated with renal transplant. This form occurs in transplant recipients undergoing immunosuppressive therapy. It is reported in patients with Jewish or Mediterranean heritage, and it is either localized to the skin or results in widespread systemic involvement. The lesions often regress when immunosuppressive therapy is discontinued.
4. Epidemic Kaposi's sarcoma, associated with AIDS, is found in approximately one third of such patients, and it is more common in male homosexuals than in other groups at risk for AIDS. The cutaneous lesions have no predilection for the lower extremities, and they present as few or many pink-to-purple patches, plaques, or nodules with a propensity to become widely disseminated early in the course, involving mucous membranes, gastrointestinal tract, lymph nodes, and viscera. The tumors respond to cytotoxic chemotherapy and to therapy with a-interferon. Most patients eventually succumb to the infectious complications of AIDS rather than directly to the consequences of the tumor.

As they evolve, they enlarge and develop into papules or plaques (plaque stage). The plaque stage lesions may eventually enlarge and become nodules (nodular stage). The plaque and nodular stage lesions may be red, violet, pink, brown or various combinations of these colors.

In approximately 26% of homosexual men with AIDS, Kaposi's sarcoma is present at the time of diagnosis or develops during the course of the disease. In contrast, Kaposi's sarcoma develops in only about 3% of heterosexual intravenous drug abusers with AIDS. The incidence of the disease is equally low in persons who have acquired AIDS by other means.

The differential diagnosis:

The differential diagnosis of patch stage Kaposi's sarcoma includes hemangiomas, venous lakes, purpura, nevi, and melanomas. Plaque and nodular stage lesions may be confused clinically with AIDS-related angiomatosis, hemangiomas, pyogenic granulomas, nevi, melanomas, cutaneous lymphomas, and angiosarcomas.

The recommended treatment:

Patients with localized, epidemic Kaposi's sarcoma are treated with local modalities such as surgical excision, electrocautery, curettage, or radiation therapy. Treatment for aggressive lesions involves radiation therapy, laser surgery and/or the use of chemotherapeutic drugs. Radiation therapy is frequently associated with a rapid onset of severe mucositis, so severe that treatment is often interrupted. The lesions sometimes recur several months after treatment. Surgical debulking may be successful for small lesions. Patients with disseminated disease may be treated with immunomodulators and single-agent or combination chemotherapy for acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS).

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