Who has not tried to imagine their picture on a piece of money. The exciting news is this fantasy can easily become a reality with customized coins. Photos or images can be a powerful way to promote or honor an individual on a custom coin. There is something about a picture and some say a picture is worth a thousand words. Moments are precious and need to be cherished. It makes it even more special…
Silver jewelry is one of the most popular types of fine jewelry. Silver is so popular, it’s even preferred over gold. If you properly care for your sterling silver jewelry, it can last for an extremely long time. It is to maintain a beautiful and lustrous appearance for every piece in your collection. Silver requires a little more maintenance and cleaning than other metals used in jewellery, but people still seek out sterling silver jewellery…
Valentine's week or the love week has started. If you are among those who haven't done anything for your better half in the whole week starting from Rose Day, and going on with Chocolate Day, Propose Day, Promise Day, Teddy Day, Hug Day and Kiss Day, then you must do something this Valentine's Day 2020 for the love of your life. The last day of the love week or the eighth day is the most…
With Valentine Love Week just a week away, the love is in the air. Nothing else beats a heart filled with love for that one dearest to us and hands holding a bunch of hundred red roses!! The commencing of love week is just ahead. Once again it’s time to celebrate love, celebrate life. We may call those special persons as our love, our life, partner, or soulmate but we are to accept the fact…
Valentine’s Day is a day when love is in the air. It’s the perfect day to spend special quality time with your partner, deepening your bond and falling even more in love. While spending time with your Valentine is a major part of this special day, there’s another big tradition to take into account: the gift exchange. Choosing just the right gift for your sweetheart can be tricky. You want to get them something truly…
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. And whether you are a fan of the holiday or not, you probably thought about what romantic thing you should do or buy for your significant other. One of the biggest days of the year is Valentine's Day, naturally because it is the lover's holiday. This day is celebrated on February 14th and it is traditional for lovers to exchange gifts. It is almost a dedicated day for…
Thiruvalluvar, also popularly known as Valluvar, was a Tamil poet. Unlike other poets, he is a poet of all times. He belongs to the 3rd Sangam period in the history of Tamil literature, somewhere between Third Century and Second Century AD. But there are scholars who put him in the 7th or 8th Century AD. THE SOCIAL HISTORY OF THIRUVALLUVAR Talking about his personal life, a lot of stories were written, but they do not…
It comes once every year, one day of your life which you think is yours. Your birthday, that day of the year when you were born and started this beautiful journey of life. Everyone around you tries to make you feel special on this day, they wish you in different ways and get you exciting gifts. You pay back the gesture by giving your close ones a party or a treat. But have you ever…
It’s no secret that we’re massive fans of shopping for sparkling jewels. From custom-designed engagement rings to vintage, you can find just about anything your heart desires on at AuGrav. There are plenty of jewelry trends to jump on. Whether you’re feeling experimental and leaning toward something bold or you like keeping it classic with delicate gold pieces, we’ve rounded up the best styles that you can shop right now to switch up your accessory…
Everyone loves to have a Christmas tree, especially where children are involved. At this point in the month of December, decorating a tree is something the whole family can get involved with. It also adds a certain sense of contentment to the home and we finally feel like the festive season has started. However, have you ever thought about where this world tradition comes from? Or indeed, who was first to bring this decoration into…
Wedding ring is an emotionally loaded purchase. For most of us, it’s more than just jewellery: it’s a symbol of eternal romance, as well as the lifelong commitment we’re planning to make. It’s recognisable in just about every culture and has represented the circle of life for centuries. But what’s less known is that this humble accessory has fantastical origins. Have you ever wondered: Why a ring? Where did today's wedding ring traditions come from,…
Jewelry helps in enhancing one’s beauty. It also symbolizes wealth, power, and status. For some, jewelry is a form of art for self and creative expression. Then, there are some people who use jewelry as part of their tradition and culture. jewelry plays a symbolic role. They carry ethnic and spiritual meanings, especially during weddings. The pieces of jewellery worn by the bride signifies that she is to become a part of her husband’s extended…
Roses are not just flowers, you can give your heart to your loved ones with a bunch of red roses or a single rose. Red roses are given to the one whom you want to be your valentine. But remember, you are proposing a girl to be your partner. The roses that convey your message must come to her in a special one. You can personalize a special corner of a restaurant with hundreds and…
Earrings are as common for men as for women. You can rest assured that they will allow you to make a strong fashion statement and finish off the look. However, it is important to choose a piece of jewelry that reflects your personal style and taste best. Thinking of getting some trendy ear jewelry for yourself? We would say, pick an earring that best compliments your face. AuGrav explores the different types of earrings for…
A gift of flowers is a gesture of love and romance. When we think of Valentine‘s Day we instantly associate it with roses, the symbol of love. So to design an engagement ring that includes floral designs is a perfect way to create a ring with romanticism in mind. For centuries flowers have been used as a symbol of love in art and design, you only need to look at the art periods of Art…
Gifting is an important cultural practice during wedding celebrations across India. Giving a token amount is considered auspicious, and the amount may vary from a few hundred to thousands. It is a known fact that weddings in India have always been an expensive affair. As a result, the family’s income-bearer had to arrange for all wedding-related expenses including food, jewellery, decoration, and gifts. Therefore, the relatives and friends of the family used to share the…
Pink diamonds are so captivating that it has to be some trick of magic that stones like these can exist out in nature. With their striking colour, pink diamonds are a symbol of luxury, romance, and elegance. As a piece in a diamond collection, these loose diamonds garner such a high value that they have the potential to overshadow any other diamonds a collector may own. Pink diamonds may go for 20 times more than…
Covid-19 outbreak and the imperative lockdown has not only radically transformed wedding trends in the country, but have also hit the entire sector, including planners, caterers, jewellers, hospitality, catering, florists, disc jockeys, and transporters. Some couples have postponed or cancelled their weddings until the situation improves, while others have decided to move ahead with limited guests and celebrations. They have either swapped the traditional customs with online ceremonies or have chosen simple marriage in the…
As an Indian woman, we all love traditional jewellery and perfectly match it to our ethnic wear. But have you ever thought of pairing western outfits with your traditional jewellery? Wearing jewellery has moved from just adding glitter to your outfit; today it is more to do with making a statement and stepping up your style quotient. At first, you might think that how can one wear gold jewellery with western outfits but then, coming…
A constellation is a recognized pattern of stars in the night sky. The word is from the Latin constellacio, meaning a set of stars. There are 88 official constellations. Many are very old. They’re a link between us and our ancestors, a projection of human imagination into the cosmos: ancient people looked at the stars and thought they saw mythical beings, beasts and cultural touchstones among the stars. On the other hand, most asterisms are…
Rose gold jewellery has changed how a lot of people think about gold. Rose gold offers a vintage vibe with minimalist jewellery that is typically found in more heavyset designs. It’s an alluring new twist on yellow gold and fashionable women everywhere are adorning it. What sets it apart is the reddish-pinkish hue that comes from the copper mixed in with the pure gold. ABOUT ROSE GOLD Rose gold rings are made up…
If you’re thinking of selling jewelry online, but don’t know how to go about it, you should really consider reading some tips on how to effectively sell jewelry online. The Internet is a huge source for information, so you’ll want to make sure you read up on the different methods that are out there so you can determine which ones are right for your unique situation. To help you get started, take note of…
“Gold is a chemical element with the symbol Au and an atomic number of 79. Gold is a dense, soft, shiny metal and the most malleable and ductile metal known.” Gold is a comparatively dense, shiny, yellow metal. As an element, gold is quite resistant to corrosion (by oxygen, but also many other chemicals). In ancient times the value of gold had already been discovered. People took gold to make jewellery and currency. It is…
Wearing high-end apparel and Nordgreen watches on your wedding day will help you exude elegance and class. Remember, it’s going to be a formal affair, so the bride and groom will be the highlight of this momentous occasion. Make the most out of looking luxurious for the event by wearing premium apparel. However, you might be undecided about the idea of wearing premium apparel at your wedding. If so, continue reading to know the reasons…
During the past years, people preferred investing in gold or diamond when they bought their jewellery pieces. Whether for a ring or a heavy necklace, gold and diamond were the most preferred choices. Because of it being an attractive yellow metal, gold is trendy for everybody and is passed down generations after generations. Today, while diamond and gold’s importance remains intact, people started to go for other precious metal jewellery like platinum. This metal is…