Jewelry of the Renaissance
Some of the most colorful, marvelous jewelry was created during the years of the Renaissance.
Not just one type of gemstone, but several would be gathered together in a bright and playful concoction. A single necklace might include emeralds, rubies, sapphires, enamel work and pearls. Diamonds were used frequently, but gem cutters hadn’t figured out how to cut them yet, so they often appeared in their natural state, ground down a bit and polished.
This was the beginning of this gemstone’s importance in the world of fine jewelry making.
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