Amulet Precious stones have long been associated with symbolism, superstition, mysticism and medicine. An amulet is a talisman of symbols and or gemstones believed to have specific apotropaic properties (to ward off evil) and attributes to prevent illness, ward off...
Bi A bi (from Chinese) is jadeite discoid with a central hole. These doughnut-shaped gem disks are used for pendants, bracelets and earrings. In the Western world, they became popular around 1920. Art Deco Burmese Jadeite and Enamel Bi...
Blackamoor A blackamoor is a brooch or pendant designed as the bust of an African man or woman. The head is typically carved of black chalcedony hardstone in three dimensions. The busts and headdresses are usually completed in gold and are often gem-set. Blackamoors...
Bracteate A Bracteate is a thin metal pendant disc, typically made of gold and with a stamped or repoussé decoration based on ancient Roman and Byzantine coins. The pendant is usually surmounted with a cylindrical attachment by which to suspend it. Bracteates...
Croix á la Jeanette, by Victor Poissant c.1860.Photo Courtesy of the Victorian & Albert Museum Collection. Croix a la Jeanette A Croix á la Jeanette (from French: “John’s Cross”) is a pendant in the form of a simple Latin cross. The name is...
