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Platinum occurs naturally in the alluvial sands of various rivers, though there is little evidence of its use by ancient peoples. However, the metal was used by pre-Columbian Americans near modern-day Esmeraldas, Ecuador to produce artifacts of a white gold-platinum alloy. The first European reference to platinum appears in 1557 in the writings of the Italian humanist Julius Caesar Scaliger as a description of an unknown noble metal found between Darien and Mexico, which no fire nor any Spanish artifice has yet been able to liquefy. The alchemical symbol for platinum (shown above) was made by joining the symbols of silver and gold.

In 1741, Charles Wood, a British metallurgist, found various samples of Columbian platinum in Jamaica, which he sent to William Brownring for further investigation. Antonio Ulloa, also credited with the discovery of platinum, returned to Spain from the French Geodesic Mission in 1746 after having been there for eight years. His historical account of the expedition included a description of platinum as being neither separable nor calcinable. Ulloa also anticipated the discovery of platinum mines. After publishing the report in 1748, Ulloa did not continue to investigate the new metal. In 1758, he was sent to superintend mercury mining operations in Huancavelica.

In an exemplary tribute to fine craftsmanship, a floral motif of diamonds forms a wreath around stunning grossularite. Drop earrings with oval grossularites and pear-shaped and round brilliant diamonds in platinum, for pierced ears. Let’s view the specification of this diamond drop earrings in platinum valued $32,500: Oval grossularites, carat total weight 7.36; pear-shaped diamonds, carat total weight 1.72; round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .79.

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In the United States, Tiffany & Co. is also working to support reform of the General Mining Law of 1872 and to pass legislation to assist in cleaning up abandoned hardrock mines.

They agree with many in the enviromental community, the mining industry and Congress that an overhaul of federal mining law is long overdue. Tiffany also understands that achieving mining law reform will require hard work, negotiation, compromise and creativity in a public, transparent process.

They believe that mining on the public lands should be a privilege and must be carefully measured against alternative uses, including recreation and conservation. Most importantly, they also recognize that some public lands are simply not suitable for mining, and that their value for recreation and conservation is far greater than their value as s source of materials.

These are Paloma Picasso 20 Carat Black Onyx Drops. Twenty colorful carats. Pendant with black onxy in sterling silver. On an 18” chain. This is $500. The earings of this series is $550 a pair. Both of them are designed by Paloma Picasso.

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In keeping with their desire to encourage ethical business conduct throughout the jewelry industry, in 2005 Tiffany & Co. was a founding member of the Council for Responsible Jewellery Practices (CRIP). Concerned with the entire supply chain-from mining through manufacturing to the retail showcase-CRIP has developed Principles and the Code of Practices to which all members must adhere. Tiffany fully subscribles to the Principles and the Code of Practices and will remain strongly committed to this vital initiative.

Tiffany is also supporting the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance(IRMA). The group includes participants from three broad sectors: mining, nongovernmental organizations and retail, with additional respresentation from labor groups and communities impacted by mining. They are hopeful that by working collaboratively, this diverse group of stakeholders can clearly define best mining practices as the critically important first step toward building a responsible mining framework.

This is Paloma Picasso 20 carats drop earrings. Twenty colorful carats. Pendant with amethyst in 18k gold. On an 18” chain. This necklace is $1,300. There is also a pair of twenty colorful carats drop earrings with amethyst in 18k gold. The purple color is very beautiful. $1,400 a pair.

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Tiffany has been an early and active supporter of the work of the World Diamond Council, the industry group that works with governments, nongovernmental organizations and civil society to halt the illicit trade in conflict diamonds. Tiffany & Co. has taken a leadership role in working toward the eradication of trade in conflict diamonds and their efforts have been recognized as a model for the industry. Tiffany & Co. publicly–and actively–oppses inappropriate mine development and human rights violations. At the same time Tiffany upholds conservation principles in enviroments for which sustainability is a concern.

This is an elegant script, inspired by handwritten letters “Tiffany & Co.”. The lock charm is in sterling silver and can open or close. It also can be came into use with sterling silver chain or lining to be a necklace or bracelet. But the charm and chain is sold separately. This lock charm is $135.

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Tiffany strives to source gemstones and precious metals used in their jewelery from mines that operate at the highest standards pf social and environment responsibility. Given the enormity of their operations, they are most concerned about the impact of industrial-scal mining activities.

Tiffany firmly believes: New mince of development should not occur in areas of high ecological or cultureal value. Air, water and soil contamination should be prevented. The principle of informed community participation in mine development should be embraced. Workers’ rights, labor standards and human rights should be respected by all parties. Mine operators should provided for a appropriate and fiscally sound financial guarantees to cover the costs of mine closure, cleanup and restoration. Mine wastes should not be placed in rivers, streams, lakes or ocean waters.

This is Jean Schlumberger leaves necklace with an extraordinary number of beautifully matched green tourmalines, platinum-set diamonds and 18k gold. And it values $385,000. The Private Jet Lifestyle Magazine ELITE Traveler reported this necklace as new collections in 2009. It’s really so beautiful.

Tassel earrings in black onyx and diamonds in platinum by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. It is $25,000. In 2009 fashion week, a black model wears it with a nice black dress.

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