INTERACTIVE MEDIA: (yorkregion.com)
A Thornhill man has been arrested in connection with the Jan. 24 robbery of an Aurora jewelry store. At about 2:30 p.m. that day, a man walked into Lapis Lazuli Jewelry at 15005 Yonge St., south of Wellington Street East, pointed a plastic replica handgun at a clerk and demanded jewelry. us.rd.yahoo.com
Classic navajo turquoise bracelet
Native America jewelry was one of the few types of jewelry that was influenced by the their own culture and style rather than those coming from Europe. This simple bracelet has classic lines combined with custom-made artistry. The turquoise is inlaid and has fine veins running through it. Note the hand carved insets on the outer edges. There are no marks of any type which helps date it to an early piece. It tests sterling. The bracelet measures 6 1/4" on the inside circumference, 2 1/4" x 1 3/4" on the inside diameter and is 1/4" wide tapering at the ends. The bracelet can be opened up further to fit anyone perfectly. It is in excellent condition with a warm patina and guaranteed to be vintage. vintagejewelryonline.com
BOOK REVIEW: Black women of substance share philanthropy, sisterhood and success (The Charlotte Observer)
Strike up a passionate conversation with this gem of a book titled, "Jewels: 50 Phenomenal Black Women Over 50." This delightful coffee table volume presents reflections on living from women of various hues, backgrounds and achievements. Author Connie Briscoe and photographer Michael Cunningham educate those curious about the lives of influential black females, both famous and unknown. Black and ... us.rd.yahoo.com
Ancient Dynasty Sculpted Key Pendant Necklace
A royal and ornate way to express yourself. Lightly antiqued silver tone is used to create both chain and key pendant. The key is embellished with woven filigree and given a textured truck. 1928.com