Faqs:
What
is Neo Victorian jewelry?
Neo Victorian jewelry is the modern take on
the Victorian era adornments (1837-1901). Modern
elements such as post backs, clip backs, kidney
shaped earwires, Swarovski crystals, cultured
pearls and ceramic roses are used
to create these Neo-Victorian jewelry pieces.
Some Steampunk jewelry elements such as watch
parts are also included. What is
Steampunk
jewelry?
Steampunk is a movement that became prominent
in the 1980's and 1990's. It is based on the
fantastic world of machines and steam-operated
engines typical of the Victorian era. Jules
Verne's journey under the sea; nautical elements
such as knobs and large octopi play a huge role
in the genre. Steampunk jewelry is a melange
of found objects, rusty machine parts, keys,
watch movements and typewriter keys. Both Neo
Victorian and Steampunk jewelry are in high
demand as they are the latest trend in today's
fashion.
What
is Patina?
Patina The word "patina" comes from the Latin
for "shallow dish". Figuratively, patina can
refer to any fading, darkening or other signs
of age, which are felt to be natural or unavoidable
(or both). It is a tarnish that forms on
the surface of bronze and similar metals (produced
by oxidation or other chemical processes).