Body piercing
History of Body Piercing Body adornment is a subject of archaeological research. Primary sources about body piercing are scarce. Jewellery found in grave goods makes it difficult to understand its...
Glossary
Blue diamond
Properties determining value of blue diamonds Four Cs of Connoisseurship: color, clarity, cut, and carat weight Color is the most important criterion for grading a blue diamond Highest clarity grades...
Blood diamond
Definition and Characteristics of Blood Diamonds Blood diamonds are diamonds mined in war zones and sold to finance conflict. They are also known as conflict diamonds, brown diamonds, hot diamonds,...
Bindi (decoration)
Religious Significance and Symbolism The bindi is associated with the ajna chakra and represents the third eye. It is worn by Hindus, Jains, Buddhists, and Sikhs from the Indian subcontinent....
Bezel (jewellery)
Definition and Types of Bezel A bezel is a wider and usually thicker section of the hoop of a ring. It can contain a gem or a flat surface with...
Bench jeweler
Jewelry Manufacturing Original designs made using molding, casting, stamping, and similar techniques Model maker responsible for turning design into a metal jewelry model Model is molded or entered into a...
Base metal
Definition and examples of base metals Base metals are distinguished by their tendency to oxidize or corrode easily and react variably with diluted hydrochloric acid (HCl) to form hydrogen. Examples...
Banns of marriage
Banns of Marriage in Christian Denominations Banns of marriage are a public announcement in a Christian parish church or town council. Associated with Catholic Church, Church of Sweden, Church of...