Jewelry

When you really take the time to look backward at history&#39;s details, you are reminded time and time again of the fact that people in the past were just like us: they had particular aesthetic tastes, cared about their social status, and loved flexing said status through ostentatious swag &ndash; especially jewelry. Famous historical jewelry isn&#39;t limited to the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/british-royal-tiaras/sarah-hatheway" target="_blank">crowns, tiaras, and crown jewels owned by the British</a> royal family. From Ancient Egypt to the Roman Empire to Byzantium and beyond, people rocked some gorgeous pieces.

Vote up the ones you wouldn&#39;t mind trying on yourself.

19 Pieces Of Historical Jewelry That Made Us Say 'Whoa'

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Ryleigh Nucilli

Every thrifter&#39;s dream is to come upon that one piece that can be bought for a couple bucks that turns out to be worth some real money. These folks are living the dream. From rare green diamonds to government-issued gold medals, these thrift-store shoppers found real <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/whoa-historical-jewelry/rylee_en" target="_blank">hidden treasures in the jewelry case</a>.

With a hat tip to the Reddit forum <a href="http://ThriftStoreHauls" target="_blank">r/ThriftStoreHauls</a>, check out these awesome times people found shockingly valuable pieces for pennies on the dollar at the thrift store.

15 Times People Found Shockingly Valuable Jewelry For Cheap At A Thrift Store

Anthony Barstow

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Fictional Fashion

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The movies are glamorous, movie stars&nbsp;are the best instrument for that glamour, and there&#39;s no more glamorous way to decorate those movie stars than with a perfect piece of jewelry. Pair the right performer with the right necklace, and the two become practically intertwined. Can anyone imagine Holly Golightly without her pearls, Radio Raheem without his fists of love and hate, or Vermeer&#39;s&nbsp;Girl&nbsp;without her pearl earring?

It&#39;s not just costume designers who make all these priceless pieces into timeless movie props, but even major jewelers. Baz Luhrmann&#39;s&nbsp;Great Gatsby&nbsp;jewelry <a href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/tiffany-create-jewelry-great-gatsby-248246" target="_blank">had a whole line custom-designed</a> for the film by Tiffany &amp; Co. The <a href="https://www.katiecallahanandco.com/2017/10/famous-jewelry-in-the-movies-great-gatsby/" target="_blank">results speak for themselves</a>.

It&#39;s not all glitz, of course. Jewelry in movies can serve a number of different functions - from political statements to family heirlooms, from irreplaceable&nbsp;historical artifacts to pure kitsch. Or, if we&#39;re talking about&nbsp;Harry Potter&nbsp;jewelry, bling that can bend the time-space continuum.

We in the audience are not, by and large, movie stars, but that doesn&#39;t mean we can&#39;t dream of adorning ourselves with the rings, pendants, or earrings that have become so immortalized on screen. Vote up the famous pieces of movie jewelry you&#39;d like to try on for yourself.

Jewelry From Famous Movies, Ranked By How Much You Want To Wear It

Jude Newsome

They say diamonds are a girls best friend, but what about the poor chap trying to find an affordable engagement ring for his soon to be bride? Or the fashionista just trying to add some bling to her outfit? If you've been wondering how you can satisfy your diamond hunger without having to create a payment plan or hand over your first born, you'll enjoy this list of the top cheap ring brands, ranked from best to worst by user votes. Rings are a fun accessory that add flair to any look. There are several great cheap ring brands available that will add style to your accessories without breaking the bank. Tons of good cheap ring companies are available at stores like Kohl's, Target, and Walmart.&nbsp;Jennifer Lopez may wear million dollar rings on the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/tags/red-carpet?ref=internalCrossLinking_tag">red carpet</a>, but her eponymous brand offers rings to customers at a more affordable price point. Candie's is a cheap ring brand that provides some fashion fun and Duchess of Dazzle will make your fingers sparkle.Who do you think is the best high end ring manufacturer at the right price? Cutie Pie is a great cheap ring brand for young girls who are looking for a fun accessory. Ruff Hewn has several inexpensive ring options that look like they cost a lot and BCBGeneration is a top cheap ring company that provides a lot of bang for your buck.Do you have a favorite cheap ring brand? Give the best companies a thumbs up and get in on the conversation in the comments section!

The Hottest Cheap Ring Brands

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23 Cheap Ring Brands That Are Beautiful and Inexpensive

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Valentine's Day

If you clicked this list, you already know it in your heart: Diamond engagement rings (and diamonds in general) suck. You might not know why, and you might not be able to explain it to the person begging you to give them one, but you know it. Or maybe you’re on the other side of the spectrum and you think the tradition of giving diamond engagement rings is something hallowed, historical, and healthy. Well, it's not. To put it simply: Diamonds aren't worth it. The diamond engagement ring tradition is a modern development - and a dirty one. It was invented not by our venerable ancestors, but by a devilishly clever marketing firm and a maniacal, power-hungry diamond company. Giving a diamond ring to your beloved doesn't symbolize your everlasting love, but helps rich people make even more money on a worthless, abundant natural resource. When it comes to the good and bad of buying diamonds, the cons far outweigh the pros. Don't let fake nostalgia be your guide; arm yourself with knowledge.The history of the diamond trade is a long and dirty one that you should know about before you spend your cash.&nbsp; And in case a crucial point gets lost in the shuffle, here are the two syllables you need to understand every item on this list: De Beers. De Beers Consolidated Mines, Ltd., aka The De Beers Group of Companies, aka The Syndicate, aka Diamond Trading Company, aka Diamond Development Corporation, aka Mining Services, Inc... they're&nbsp;all the same thing. &nbsp;It’s the cabal that, until recently, controlled the entirety of the diamond market on Earth. All of it. They've jacked up prices, supported evil mining practices, and brainwashed you, the customer. And that's just an abbreviated list of all the negatives that come along with purchasing your beloved a ring. Reasons against caving to the diamond fallacy are as common as diamonds themselves.Don't buy a diamond. Here's why:

26 Reasons Why Diamonds Are for Suckers

Rhune Kincaid

26 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Buy Diamonds

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Rap Songs About Everything

When it comes to rap music, no subject is off limits. This list is all about ranking the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-rap-songs-of-all-time/ranker-hip-hop?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best rap songs</a> about gold and bling, and it's up to you to vote up your favorites. How many good gold and bling hip hop songs can you think of off the top of your head? Below you'll find popular songs that you've definitely heard before, but also some more underground rap songs with gold and bling&nbsp;in the title or lyrics.When it comes to wearing accessories and jewelry, hip hop superstars go all out with gleaming&nbsp;grills,&nbsp;expensive&nbsp;necklaces and chains, sparkly rings, and gaudy bracelets. Rappers love to flex about their luxurious bling&nbsp;in their lyrics, music videos, and in everyday life. Just take a listen to the rap songs about jewelry included on this list.&nbsp;Trinidad James&nbsp;and Gucci Mane&nbsp;have songs specifically about gold and bling. But not all of these gold rap songs focus on your typical accessories –&nbsp;Nelly&nbsp;raps&nbsp;about his shiny teeth in the 2005 single &quot;Grillz.&quot;You can add your own music to this list, so feel free to contribute with any <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-rap-songs-2019/ranker-music?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">new rap songs</a> about gold and bling that aren't already on the poll.

The Best Rap Songs About Gold and Bling

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Rap Songs About Gold Jewelry and Bling

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Fashion and Apparel Brands

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Diamonds are a girl’s best friend, especially when they’re opening up a jewelry box containing one of these world renowned brands! If you’re planning the perfect engagement proposal, a ten year anniversary present or a Valentine’s Day surprise she’ll never forget, this list contains all of the most famous jewelry brands in the world who specialize in the diamond industry. If a diamond is truly forever, it is well worth the investment to purchase one she will actually want to look at forever!If you’ve ever asked the question, “What are the best jewelry brands available?” before then you have definitely come to the right place! A gift from one of these top fifty luxury jewelry designers will be sure to leave a lasting impression! There are many sizes, styles and features available when selecting your next diamond jewelry, and these brands have been known and trusted for decades as being the absolute best in the industry.This list discusses the best brands of diamonds, including: Cartier, Tiffany and Co., De Beers, Blue Nile, Piaget, David Yurman, Chopard, Zales, Van Cleef and Christie’s, Pearlmans and James Avery. If you’ve ever tried one of these brands please share your opinion with the rest of the world and vote for your favorite brand today!

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Mostly used as celebrity engagement rings, the most expensive rings in the world feature massive diamonds and retail for more than most of us will make in a lifetime. Forget the half-carat rings you spent three months salary on, these extravagant rings will set you back no less than $2 million. Now, you may be thinking who in the world would ever need something like that, and the answer is no one. No one needs a ring like that. Nevertheless, we all love luxury sometimes, and sometimes that&#39;s a $6 million dollar ring.

The most expensive ring in the world includes a huge diamond, but like several others on this list, it&#39;s not white. The Chopard Blue Diamond Ring comes with white diamonds but the main attraction is a ginormous light blue oval diamond. Add in an 18-carat white gold band and this ring sells for just $16.26 million. That&#39;s just one of the Chopard engagement rings that will put you in debt for life.&nbsp;If that&#39;s just a bit out of your price range, or if blue is not your color, fortunately there are many other options. Take the Graff Diamonds pink diamond ring for example. Sold over the phone at a Hong Kong auction, this sparkler is much more affordable, only selling for $10.8 million.&nbsp;

As you might imagine, most of these ridiculously expensive rings were purchased for engagements. Sure, the people buying them clearly have more than enough money, but they might also know not many women are going to say no&nbsp;to a couple million dollars on their finger. Regardless, the rings on this list say far more than, &quot;Will you marry me?&quot; and even then, those engagements don&#39;t always last. Take Paris Hilton, for instance. She received a $4.7 million dollar engagement ring from Paris Latsis, only to call things off four months later. On the bright side, she later auctioned it off for a good cause. Who else are&nbsp;owners of the most expensive rings to date?&nbsp;Just how expensive do&nbsp;these diamond rings get? Check out the list to find out.

As fancy and spectacular as these rings are, men, it&#39;s probably a good idea to keep your lady friends away from this list. That is of course unless you don&#39;t want that overwhelming look of disappointment when you pop the question with a much smaller rock later on. You&#39;ve been warned. Now, whether you&#39;re simply curious or you&#39;re ready to pop the question (and also have a few million lying around),&nbsp;take a look at the pricey rings below to see just how insane they can get.&nbsp;

The Most Expensive Rings In The World And How Much They Cost

The Most Expensive Rings In The World & How Much They Cost

Heather Agarwal

They say that “diamonds are a girl's <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/celebrity-bffs/celeb-stalker?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best friend</a>,” but jewelry seems to be a musician's best muse. Some of <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-best-james-bond-movie-theme-songs?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">the best songs</a> about jewelry reference specific jewels in their titles, but other good jewelry songs talk about rings, necklaces, iced out chains, and bracelets in their lyrics.In 2008, Beyonce released the jewelry anthem, “Single Ladies (<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/the-best-songs-with-ring-in-the-title/ranker-music?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Put a Ring on It</a>)” and Prince had a hit with “Diamonds and Pearls” in 1991. “You know that we are living in a material world/And I am a material girl,” Madonna sang on her track, “Material Girl.” She was clad with diamonds in the video for this 1984 hit single.Run the Jewels' self-titled track also appears on this list of the top songs about jewelry, as does “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds” by The Beatles. The jewelry mentioned in these songs can be metaphorical like &quot;Diamonds&quot; by Rihanna, but many of these songs are about literal precious stones and metals. On Big Sean's &quot;First Chain,&quot; the rapper recalls when Kanye West gave him his first gold chain.&nbsp;Do you have a favorite song about jewelry? Vote up the tracks you think shine brightest and add any we may have missed.

Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)

The Best Songs About Jewelry

The Best Songs About Jewels & Jewelry

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The best <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-luxury-jewelry-brands/ranker-shopping?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">luxury jewelry brands</a> have been worn by actresses, musicians, A-list celebrities, and even members of royal families. Some of these top jewelry makers focus on specific types of jewelry, like Italian gold bracelets or wedding rings, but others offer a range of high-end accessories. Having you been wondering which jewelry making manufacturer has the most high-quality pieces? Check out this list of the best expensive jewelry brands, ranked from best to worst by your votes.Many of the top expensive jewelry brands were developed by famous fashion houses.&nbsp;One of the most <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-jewelry-brands/ranker-shopping?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">well known jewelry brands</a> has to be Tiffany &amp; Co. - this American brand was founded in 1837 and it was the inspiration for the title of the film, Breakfast at Tiffany's&nbsp;(as well as Truman Capote's book of the same name). Mikimoto and Copard also appear on this list of the most high-end jewelry brands.Oscar De La Renta and Valentino may be best known for their fashionable clothing, but they also offer incredible jewelry designs. Other top expensive jewelry companies include Lavin, Bulgari, and Harry Winston.Which expensive jewelry brand would you love to get your hands on? Vote up the most luxurious jewelers and join the conversation in the comments section!

The Most Luxurious Jewelry Brands

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"Clothes make a man. Naked people have little or no influence on society." - Mark Twain

Past Fashion

Fashion

Necklaces, rings, bracelets,&nbsp;brooches, earrings - we usually associate jewelry with women, but in the past men wore way more jewelry. So why don't men wear jewelry today?<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/western-male-beauty-standards-over-time/rachel-souerbry&nbsp;" target="_blank">Male beauty standards</a> change over time, and the same is true for jewelry standards. In the past, kings had rubies sewn into their clothes and ropes of pearls draped around their necks, showing off their wealth and power. Male jewelry was especially popular during the Renaissance, when men with earrings became a fashion trend. Of course, earrings never went out of style for pirates, and <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/surprising-pirate-traditions/genevieve-carlton" target="_blank">pirates loved their hoop earrings</a> for some strange reasons.The history of men's jewelry is all about first impressions: a man wearing a pile of gold, pearls, and rubies was respected. And is it really so different from men wearing expensive watches today? After all, it's not too late for <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/us-beauty-trends-in-the-twentieth-century/nicky-benson&nbsp;" target="_blank">U.S. beauty trends</a> to change. Will next season's hottest trend be pearl necklaces for men?

Men Wore Way More Jewelry In The Past Than They Do Today, But Why?

Genevieve Carlton

Fancy wristwatches have become more than just a status symbol; for many people, watches are an art and a collectible hobby. Whether you're interested in watch manufacturers to show off your bling, or because you think they're a beautiful and delicate piece of machinery, you'll have to have the big bucks to take home any of the watches listed below. On this list of the best expensive watch brands, you'll see watch brands with prices ranging from $1,000.00-$620,000.00 (yes, we're talking triple figures, here).To some, it may seem crazy to spend more money on a watch than a small home in California. But expensive watches have been a favorite accessory among wealthy people all over the world for decades. Some of the top high-end watch companies focus on creating designer watches for men, while others develop luxury watches for women. Other great expensive watch brands make watches for everyone.Perhaps the most well known luxury watch brand is Rolex. This great expensive watch company was founded back in 1905 and it is currently based in Switzerland. Another good watch company that appears on this list of the best expensive watch brands is Tag Heuer. Celebrities such as Brad Pitt, <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/leonardo-dicaprio-movies-and-films-and-filmography/reference?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Leonardo DiCaprio</a>, and Cameron Diaz have endorsed the brand.&nbsp;Several famous fashion houses like Gucci and Burberry also make high end watches. Other top expensive watch companies include Chopard, Cartier and Hublot.Do you have a favorite expensive watch company? Give the best brands a thumbs up and share your thoughts in the comments section!

Chopard

The Most Expensive Luxury Watch Brands

Expensive Watch Brands | Top Luxury Wristwatch Companies

Those nifty little timepieces we call watches come in a wide range of prices, ranging from under $20 to over $1 million. Yes, over $1 million. And for some of them, you can see why they cost as much as they do. For others, not so much. These are the most expensive watches on the market today.

The Most Expensive Watches

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Celebrities

Celebs have it all. The clothes, the looks, and the wedding rings. These stunning show-stoppers are one for the books. Price is never an issue when it comes to these unique engagement rings.Although some of these stars may be divorced or separated now, it doesn't mean their rings will be forgotten. These were the real deal, folks, but you would be surprised at the few that remained humble. Check out below to see whose ring is the best and the worst.

The Most Fabulous Celebrity Engagement Rings

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In today's world, we're so busy running around that we simply have to make our accessories work for us. Whether you're a busy mom, college student, business man, or just an everyday Jane, a two-for-one accessory can help you manage your busy life. Cut to: this list of accessories that actually make your day easier.Our list covers not only tech wearables that allow you to connect to your smartphone without actually staring at your cell, but also smaller accessories that make your life awesome. For example: a clutch that also serves as speakers, a purse that charges your phone, and ear buds that double as a stylish necklace.&nbsp;Brand names like Tory Burch and Swarovski Crystal are lending their fashionable twist to wearables. For Tory Burch, it was all about partnering with Fitbit, and Swarovski's USB pendant looks way more beautiful than just a USB on a chain. From a bracelet that will keep you cool to a cuff that will help you navigate the city streets of NYC, our list has functional and cool accessories to help you crush your day!So don't waste anymore of that precious time! Scroll through our list of accessories that make your life easier and vote up the one that makes you feel like a multi-tasking master!&nbsp;

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