Jewels Sentence Examples

Serpents adorned with necklaces of jewels wisdom.

There was a flight of steps ascending to these doors, and beyond were two smaller doors encrusted with jewels - the rubies were particularly fine.

The shrine was magnificently adorned with the gold and silver and jewels offered by the pious.

In the north-west chamber was a woman's skeleton, and she had her jewels, mostly of Greek work.

When the king went forth to war thirteen great crosses made of gold and jewels were carried in wagons before him as his standards, and each was followed by 10,000 knights and 100,000 footmen.

Queen Edith's crown had a plain circlet with, so far as can be determined, four crosses of pearls or gems on it, and a large cross patee rising from it in front, and arches of jewels or pearls terminating in a large pearl at the top. A valuation of these ancient crowns was made at the time of the Commonwealth prior to their destruction.

When asked to show her jewels she presented her sons, and on her death a statue was erected to her memory inscribed, "Cornelia, the mother of the Gracchi."

Henry received the proffered assistance gratefully, and in return for the king's kindness subsequently left by his will certain British crown jewels in his possession to the prince regent.

In 1589 he obtained in Geneva and Berne sums sufficient to raise an army of mercenaries for Henry III., partly by the sale of jewels, among them the "Sancy" diamond which in 1835 found its way to the Russian imperial treasure, and partly by leading the Swiss to suppose that the troops were intended for serious war against Savoy.

Felipa pulled the hair up and used combs with amethyst jewels on them, giving the impression of long hair.

This breast ornament finds analogies in the royal and high priestly dress of Egypt, and in the six jewels of the Babylonian king. ?

Their departure from Egypt is deliberate; the people have time to borrow raiment and jewels from their neighbours.

His property was confiscated - his jewels, furniture and ready money were estimated to amount to £120,000 - he was degraded from the grandeeship and exiled to the Philippines.

They are now in the Cluny Museum at Paris, having been purchased for £40oo, the intrinsic value of the gold, without reckoning that of the jewels and precious stones, being not less than £600.

The needle a being suspended between the jewels, and the needle b being held in the clamp, the cross-arm carrying the reading microscopes and the needle b is rotated till the ends of the needle a coincide with the cross-wires of the microscopes.

According to E, Moses with Aaron is to demand from Pharaoh the release of Israel, which will be effected in spite of his opposition; in assurance thereof the promise is given that they shall serve God upon this mountain; moreover, the people on their departure are to borrow raiment and jewels from their Egyptian neighbours.

She tried to assuage all feuds; in an inventory of her jewels she left many of them to Darnley, in case she and her child did not survive its birth.

He attempts to steal jewels which are hidden in an ancient idol.

It is contained in a rock-crystal shrine, encased in silver, and is vested in full pontifical robes blazing with jewels.

A third army, commanded by Malik Kafur, a Hindu renegade and favourite of Ala-ud-din, penetrated to the extreme south of the peninsula, scattering the unwarlike Dravidian races, and stripping every Hindu temple of its accumulations of gold and jewels.

The blind kings gradual revelation, under horrible torture, of the place of concealment of his several jewels and treasures, and his deportation and death (of the injuries thus received, at Damghan, en route to Mazandaran), must be classed among the darkest records of Oriental history.

Having gone to England in 1792 to endeavour to raise money on her jewels, she was on her return accused before the Revolutionary Tribunal of having dissipated the treasures of the state, conspired against the republic, and worn, in London, "mourning for the tyrant."

Now it is the abode of the jewellers and ivory-workers of Delhi, but the jewels are seldom valuable and the carving has lost much of its old delicacy.

For fifty-eight days Nadir Shah remained in Delhi, and when he left he carried with him a treasure in money amounting, at the lowest computation, to eight or nine millions sterling, besides jewels of inestimable value, and other property to the amount of several millions more.

The monks possess a library, in which are kept valuable jewels belonging to the Cantacuzene family.

But during the greater part of his reign he was the puppet of the magnates and kept in such penury that he was often obliged to pawn his jewels to get proper food and clothing.

But, my father, when a man has found a treasure, it is his duty to offer the most precious of the jewels to his father first.

Jacob ben Asher is known as the Baal ha-turim (literally "Master of the Rows") from his chief work, the four Turim or Rows (the title is derived from the four Turim or rows of jewels in the High Priest's breastplate).

Paul embellished the costume of the cardinals, collected jewels for his own adornment, provided games and food for the Roman people and practically instituted the carnival.

Farnese could get no regular supplies of money from the king for the payment of the soldiery, and he had to pledge his own jewels to meet the demand.

Although she showed great tact in her dealings with the queen, Catherine drove her from the court after Henry's death, and forced her to restore the crown jewels and to accept Chaumont in exchange for Chenonceaux.

Although already married to the virtuous and charming Archduchess Giovanna of Austria, he seduced the fair Venetian and loaded her with jewels, money and other presents.

The cross of her rosary was snatched from her hand one day, and when returned it was made of jewels more brilliant than diamonds, visible, however, to her alone.

At the close of the year, or in the first days of 1581, he fled to France carrying with him the crown jewels, which included many valuable diamonds.

By promising to cede the Portuguese colony of Brazil to her, and by the sale of part of his jewels, Antonio secured means to fit out a fleet manned by Portuguese exiles and French and English adventurers.

The identification of them with the jewels of the breastplate and on the shoulders of the high priest (which apparently has the authority of Josephus) is unwarranted; other ancient guesses are equally baseless.

The states-general were silenced and the royal prerogative increased; the royal domains were extended, and the wealth of the crown was augmented; additions were made to the revenue by the sale of municipal charters and patents; and taxation became heavier, since Charles set no limits to the gratification of his tastes either in the collection of jewels and precious objects, of books, or of his love of building, examples of which are the renovation of the Louvre and the erection of the palace of Saint Paul in Paris.

Though to death he was wounded he struck so strong a stroke That from the shattered shield-rim forthwith out there broke Showers of flashing jewels; the shield in fragments lay.2 Then reproaching them for their cowardice and treachery, Siegfried fell dying "amid the flowers," while the knights gathered round lamenting.

The warriors were just as dirty, but the wealthy members of the clan wore silks and jewels like gaudy flowers.

Square Favor Box with Jewels These gorgeous favor boxes have jewels on gold color wires on the lids and contain confectionery of your choice.

The hummingbird feeders which are also on the balcony mean you get to see these tiny hovering jewels just inches away.

For too long, many jewels of art in mental health have been denied public showing.

There is an identical bowl without the later addition of encrusted jewels in the Topkapi Saray collection.

It may seem strange that the earliest Masonic jewels were from continental Brethren.

The pal leaped off when a policeman appeared and it transpired he had a pocket full of stolen jewels.

Masonic jewels were from continental Brethren.

Other symbols - such as the Crown Jewels and coronation regalia - are unique objects which exert a powerful fascination.

It is a precious vessel set with jewels, and so resplendent as to eclipse the lights of the hall.

The Crown Jewels, magnificent Tudor tapestries, coronation robes, royal doll's houses - the collections in our care really are unique.

She captured a French schooner with 40 tons of cocoa and jewels valued at 12,000 pieces of eight.

I would never stoop to bow down to a god of stone or an idol of wood or jewels!

Arthur was standing, and the jewels in his crown shone like bright stars above the countless throng.

Neither class cared to bestow jewels upon their persons, but neither spared thought or expense in the embellishment of the object they most loved.

The Moors are temperate in their diet and simple in their dress, though among the richer classes of the towns the women cover themselves with silks, gold and jewels, while the men indulge to excess their love of fine horses and splendid arms. The national fault is gross sensuality.

Thus he rewarded the patriotism of the Danish ladies who sacrificed all their jewels to pay the heavy ransom exacted from him by his captors, the Jomsborg pirates, by enacting a law whereby women were henceforth to inherit landed property in the same way as their male relatives.

Yesterday, when I was digging in it, I found a box full of gold and jewels.

Beside this I got a rare mess of golden and silver and bright cupreous fishes, which looked like a string of jewels.

Also lodged in the Tower are the Crown Jewels including all the regalia used by British monarchs at their coronation.

I would never stoop to bow down to a god of stone or an idol of wood or jewels !

Worn as crosses, cameos and jewels suspended from ribbons or chains.

The scientist and artist Hubert Duprat has placed Caddis worm larvae in vitrines lined with gold dust and tiny particles of jewels.

While we decorate occasionally with body shimmer, they use these jewels and decorations to finish off their look.

However, following the age-old beauty advice that green eyes benefit from browns and lavenders, I selected Expert Wear Eye Shadow Trio in the shade Crown Jewels for my review.

Bratz Diamonz Glam - Beat the clock to get the diamonds by matching jewels and earning points.

Then, embellish the layout with border stripes, ribbon stickers and jewels.

Second, the bodice of the gown is very form-fitting and features jewels all along its base for even further enhancement.

You could also add rhinestones, jewels, and other items to your dress to make it ghetto fabulous.

Flats with girly details such as quilting, jewels, or bows are cute and can even take you into the fall.

It does not need to be expensive jewels, just beautiful pieces that look lovely.

At many "black-tie" weddings women are especially bedecked and bedazzled in black sequins and jewels.

Iridescent powders, cornelli lace, basket weave, or latticework designs, blown sugar pearls or jewels, and unique cake texturization can all create individualized looks for your cake.

Purchasing matching necklaces with the varied colors of jewels will give a look of uniformity and individuality simultaneously, which will look great not only on their necks, but in the photos too.

Small glass slipper figurines, perhaps with colored accent jewels that coordinate with the bridal party dresses.

While you can get married in many areas of town, this company most recommends North Myrtle Beach, with its extremely lenient marriage laws and its reputation for being one of the "hidden jewels" of the East Coast.

Hot glue sequins or plastic jewels to a simple pin back to create the medallions.If the reception will also be held outdoors, ensure there is enough seating both in rows for the wedding and also around the tables at the reception.

Most Indian brides wear some type of headdress that has jewels coming to a point in the middle of the forehead.

When brushed with apricot jam and placed upside down, they glitter like jewels and present a fantastic contrast to an iced white or ivory cake.

Add embellishments like buttons, glitter, sequins, ribbons, and small jewels to tee shirts to create a unique shirt that your kids will love designing and wearing.

Details-Dresses may or may not have embellishments, such as rhinestones, jewels, crystals, embroidery, pearls or colorful beads.

Satin, silk, or taffeta is often considered fancy, as are dresses covered in jewels or rhinestones.

In addition, add beautiful flowers, vines and a few sparkly jewels to the dress.

This 16-day voyage allows you to experience the jewels of European history, culture, art, and architecture.

Eventually these head rounds evolved to become both crowns made from precious metals and jewels and vegetative wreaths made to hang on the wall.

The reality show Gene Simmons Family Jewels is a hit on A&E, and the band keeps current by including their music in Rock Band and Guitar Hero.

Often credited with popularizing costume jewelry, Coco Chanel subverted the haute jewelry scene by creating pieces that combined real jewels along with glass stones, rhinestones, faux pearls, and colored synthetic stones.

A simple ring without the addition of jewels or other embellishments may be purchased for around $50.

Made from inexpensive materials in fun shapes and colors, costume jewelry allows jewelry lovers to adorn themselves with beautiful jewels without breaking the bank.

The low price tag makes it possible to collect a wide variety of costume jewels for different outfits, moods, and looks.

The aim of this type of jewelry was to create pieces that looked as close to the real thing as possible but were more accessible to those without much money to spend on jewels.

These jewels were not just for those who couldn't afford the real thing, though - women at all economic levels enjoyed showing off their costume jewels.

Some jewels are sensitive to light and heat or being bumped into other objects.

Is price or perceived value your main criteria, or do you choose your jewels according to what pleases your eye?

Step back into the world of the ancient Celts, and learn how their beliefs and their jewels are intertwined.

Until that point, a well-dressed woman would only be seen wearing fine jewelry, but Chanel showed that a woman could be fashionably dressed and express her individuality with fun, faux jewels as well.

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However, if your suit is the focus of your outfit, keep your jewels and purse more low-key.

There are many retirement jewels out there, but unless you are personally acquainted with them, you may never discover all that these small towns and communities have to offer.

Create combos of vanishing jewels and play to your heart's content.

Rather than swapping two adjacent jewels to create matching set of three, you slide entire rows and columns of fuzzy friends to form matches.

It's so addictive, swapping adjacent gems and jewels!

Some may challenge you to swap adjacent jewels to create matching sets of three or more.

But to make the playing field even, you have opportunities to gather jewels which increase your ships shields and turbo capabilities.

An elegant, put-together style to complement that gorgeous dress, those sky-high heels and the glittering jewels is something every woman strives to perfect on her big night.

Flowers, jewels, wooden barrettes and vintage combs can all be used both to keep a hair style in place and give it more flair.

You can also add hair jewels and accessories to glam up this classic look.

Headbands in a satin fabric add simple sophistication, while headbands adorned with sequins or jewels add a glamorous touch.

Small pieces, like faux jewels that are glued on the sword's shaft, may pose a choking hazard to children younger than three.

If your dress is ornately detailed with jewels, sequins or a bib necklace-style neckline, steer clear of wearing too much jewelry.

Players travel the map with their own small, die-cast pirate ships as they gather doubloons and jewels.

When your ship lands at a foreign port, you may also trade doubloons for jewels.

Advanced and alternate playing rules can factor in the wind when determining movement, add opportunities to pick up fate cards, or shorten the game by using fewer jewels.

Other candle holders can be crafted from metal or ceramic and have jewels applied to the surface.

The majority of jeweled votive holders are simple cups that can be set on any flat surface, while more elaborate designs have pedestals or miniature centerpiece chandeliers trimmed with crystals and jewels.

If you can't find the perfect jeweled candle holder for your décor, it can be easy to make your own unique votive candle holder with jewels.

Wash the holder gently to avoid loosening any jewels or other accents.

The votive holder has hand set faux jewels and platinum accents.

Collars adorned with beads, sequins, or jewels are also a special touch.

Promotional images for Gene Simmons Family Jewels tend to show him in a black leather jacket or blazer over a dark shirt, with dark tinted glasses and slightly shorter, well-coifed hair.

The costume should be adorned with plenty of trims, lace, ribbons, beads, feathers, and possibly jewels.

Wealthy nobility adorned themselves in jewels such as crowns, rings, large necklaces, hats, powdered wig, small wrist purses, jeweled swords, and shields.

A relative newcomer on the jewelry scene, moissanite is a startlingly brilliant gem nearly indistinguishable from diamonds to the casual observer and offers the mystique of being one of the rarest jewels in the world.

Many wealthy women actually do purchase their own engagement rings because their husbands cannot compete with the price tags of the other jewels in their collection.

Without using any jewels, multi-tone engagement rings may be less expensive than more traditional rings.

Because these black jewels are becoming more popular, different treatments have been developed to meet the surging demand.

Many couples who are looking for unique stones may consider the black jewels, but they should be aware of potential scams related to imitation stones before making a purchase.

Couples may consider using a variety of different jewels in engagement rings, depending on the ring's design.

Rather than feel obligated to choose a diamond simply because it is traditional, consider the limitless selection of other jewels available to make stunning engagement rings.

If the jewels were damaged or lost, the expense would be less, but the quality and beauty is unsurpassed.

In addition to caring for royal jewels, Garrard also fashions a stunning collection of classic engagement ring designs.

With a centuries-long tradition of designing royal jewelry and maintaining the precious British Crown Jewels, Garrard Jewellers is an exquisite choice for couples with a taste for superior gems and luxurious designs.

Publicity for a sponsoring jeweler who may be providing trademark access or even real jewels for the set.

Diamonds are the traditional gemstone for most engagement ring designs, and pairing these sparkly jewels with the rich luster of a black pearl creates an elegant statement of style and beauty.

Some stones such as cubic zirconia, quartz, and moissanite can be faceted into lovely jewels, but they are not diamonds.

The cost of a promise ring can vary widely based on the ring design, types of jewels used, the quality of the metal and the gems, the ring designer, and other factors.

Just as people often make a great couple when completely different, these two jewels are a match made in heaven.

Dover Jewelry has a constantly changing inventory of estate jewels, including cushion cut diamonds.

The blue sapphire is also used in much of the British Crown jewels and was the stone selected for the engagement ring that British Prince Charles gave Princess Diana.

Greeks believed pearls were created when lightening struck the sea and that the jewels were magical.

The Asscher brother's famous diamond cut helped increase the success of the Royal Asscher Diamond Company, which went on to create Asscher diamonds for crown jewels.

He was commissioned by King Edward VII to cut the 3,015 carat Cullinan diamond which later became a part of the British crown jewels.

In celebration of the new millennium, the De Beers Group included the Heart of Eternity in an exhibit of beautiful colored gemstones called the Millennium Jewels Collection.

Some of the most famous price-less jewels like the Hope diamond and the Heart of Eternity diamond are heart-shaped.

The Asscher Diamond Company cut many noteworthy diamonds, including the Excelsior diamond and the Cullinan diamond, which is one of the British Crown Jewels.

The Asscher Diamond Company cut many historic diamonds, such as the Cullinan diamond, a 3,106 carat diamond that is now one of the British Crown Jewels and the 995 carat Excelsior diamond.

Eye-opening elements, like silk scarves, leather trim, and elegant jewels, add flair to an otherwise simple straw bag.

Similar in design to the medium size shopping tote, this version is studded with a smattering of colored jewels over its front patch pocket.

Many people choose to purchase a plain cloth purse and dress it up by adding jewels, monogramming, or special stitches.

Visit Vintage Bag for a selection of delicate evening bags adorned with unique patterns and glamorized with sequins and jewels.

To wit, turn your attention to the Mini Ciao Bella, a look that reminds one of a delicately stitched seashell, or Mini Frolic in the Woods, a style that is rich in its deep brown color, yet sophisticated with its petal-like jewels.

You'll find red silk clutches sporting feathers alongside basic black pieces with a few jewels pinned on.

Today's styles are adorned with flowers and jewels.

Not only do these glass slipper look-alikes feature glittery uppers, they're also adorned with rhinestones, silver trim and heart-shaped jewels on the toes.

Jewels are also heavily used in Gothic designs, so you might choose to have your cross tattoo feature a blood red ruby in the center to symbolize the blood of Christ.

One design idea for this angle would be layering the word "Capricorn" over a tat of one of these jewels.

Add some jewels to that hilt, but also consider whether some blood on the blade would hold any special meaning for you.

Other styles you can get creative with include barbed wire designs, jewels and beads.

Next came the addition of jewels as bearings in watches to prevent friction and wear between metal parts.

English watchmakers achieve industry leadership when they developed the technique of drilling holes into jewels, mostly rubies, enabling them to be used as bearings.

Though watchmakers from other countries did not follow the British watchmakers' lead for nearly a century, today the number the sign of watch's durability and quality is the number of jewels it has.

At first, they were encrusted with jewels and so finely made only royalty and the very wealthy could afford to buy one.

When watches are described as having jewels, this generally refers to jewel bearings used in the mechanism rather than jewels used as decoration.

This can be confusing, however, when watches are adorned with gemstones such as diamonds as these may also be marketed as having a certain number of jewels.

The jewel bearings used within the mechanism were originally made from real jewels such as sapphire, garnets and rubies.

The jewel bearings were designed to improve the reliability of the watch and the number of jewels reflected the quality of the watch.

More jewels meant that the watch had a greater degree of precision.

There is an optimum number of jewel bearings that will depend on the watch mechanism design and sometimes jewels are added for superfluous reasons.

A watch, for instance, with one hundred jewels is not likely to be any more reliable than a watch with seventeen jewels.

Watch enthusiasts, collectors and specialists, however, will be interested in features such as the number of jewels or the make up of the mechanism.

Buying a watch with a specific number of jewels, such as a Movado fifteen jewel Swiss made watch can prove a challenge.

It weighs 180 grams and features VS clarity G color diamonds, mother of pearl, and genuine cabochon jewels embedded in its crown.

The jewels used in this watch are fine VS clarity G colored diamonds and accented cabochons arrayed in an eye-catching design.

Precision movements housed within fine metals and glittering jewels declares that the wearer is accustomed to quality performance and an opulent lifestyle.

If you admire contemporary Omega watches, find out what these timepiece jewels of the past can also offer.

In addition to the allure of its appearance, the watch features a manual Swiss movement with 15 ruby jewels, and a clear curved crystal.

It also features an electronic tuning fork movement with 15 jewels and a sweeping second hand.

CarDecor also offers Swarovski crystal decals and license plate frames with colored jewels, along with cute bling key rings.

Here, you'll find delicate straps made of rhinestone, vintage oval-shaped jewels, and wispy rows of pearls that are just perfect for special evenings out.

For the goody bag, you can include tattoos, mini dragons or even jewels and gold coins for the guests.

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The Gene Simmons TV show, called Gene Simmons Family Jewels, is a reality TV program that follows the KISS rocker and his family as they go about their daily lives.

Family Jewels shows a different side of Simmons, portraying him more as a family man than an aging rocker.

Gene Simmons Family Jewels debuted in 2006 on the A&E network, and has aired for three seasons so far.

Season three of Gene Simmons Family Jewels lasted for 26 episodes and aired from March 11th to August 8th, 2008.

The charm of Gene Simmons Family Jewels is in seeing the rock and roll legend as a regular family man, devoted to his partner and his children.

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Its format is very similar to that of Gene Simmons Family Jewels in that various events are documented as well as ordinary things that happen in the family's daily life.

Gene Simmons' reality show, aptly named Gene Simmons Family Jewels, documents the adventures of the KISS rocker as he makes his mark on swanky Beverly Hills.

No one could have predicted what a huge hit Gene Simmons Family Jewels would be for A&E.

Season four of Gene Simmons Family Jewels premiered on June 7, 2009.

Gene Simmons Family Jewels airs on A&E Sundays at 10pm.

Adding these little jewels to your manicure is relatively inexpensive and makes a huge difference.

If one of these little jewels falls off, then your nails end up looking unbalanced and inconsistent.

Ask your manicurist if you can purchase some extra jewels and clear polish, or visit your local craft store and try to match the rhinestones that you already, quite literally, have on hand.

All you have to do to play is match groups of "jewels" to eliminate them from the board.

Once eliminated, more jewels slide down and the game continues.

They were not permitted any fancy decoration such as gilding with precious metals or jewels which were popular with secular knights of the Middle Ages.

It was better than any jewels he could buy her, because it meant something to him!

Some of the gems had been carried by gentle waves to the edges of the lake and deposited away from the bulk of the jewels.

His prestige as a minister, already injured by these two blows, suffered further during the autumn and winter from the cattledriving agitation in Ireland, which he at first feebly criticized and finally strongly denounced, but which his refusal to utilize the Crimes Act made him powerless to stop by the processes of the "ordinary law"; and the scandal arising out of the theft of the Dublin crown jewels in the autumn of 1907 was a further blot on the Irish administration.

He seems to have been in London during the last weeks of Charles I., from whom he is said to have received his watch and some jewels which had ornamented the ebony case in which he kept his Bible.

The treasury of St Mark's contains a magnificent collection of church plate and jewels.

It shows, however, that the upper ornament was of fleurons set with jewels.

These latter bore (obverse) a Nepalese emblem surrounded by eight fleurons containing the eight sacred Buddhist jewels, and (reverse) an eight-petalled flower surrounded by eight fleurons containing the names of the eight jewels in Tibetan characters.

At night she took a graceful and affectionate leave of her attendants, distributed among them her money and jewels, wrote out in full the various legacies to be conveyed by her will, and charged her apothecary Gorion with her last messages for the king of Spain.

Bort (or Boart) is the name given to impure crystals or fragments useless for jewels; it is also applied to the rounded crystalline aggregates, which generally have a grey colour, a rough surface, often a radial structure, and are devoid of good cleavage.

It weighs 1944 carats, is of a somewhat yellow tinge, and is among the Russian crown jewels.

The Regent or Pitt diamond is a magnificent stone found in either India or Borneo; it weighed 410 carats and was bought for £20,400 by Pitt, the governor of Madras; it was subsequently, in 1717, bought for £80,000 (or, according to some authorities, £ 135,000) by the duke of Orleans, regent of France; it was reduced by cutting to '3614 carats; was stolen with the other crown jewels during the Revolution, but was recovered and is still in France.

The Dresden Green, one of the Saxon crown jewels, 40 carats, has a fine apple-green colour.

The Florentine, 1331 carats, one of the Austrian crown jewels, is a very pale yellow.

He also wrote monographs on The Portraits and Jewels of Mary Stuart (1906) and James VI.

About this time Gloucester made another attempt to deprive Beaufort of his see, and it was argued in the council that as a cardinal he could not hold an English bishopric. The general council was not inclined to press the case against him; but the privy council, more clerical and more hostile, sealed writs of praemunire and attachment against him, and some of his jewels were seized.

An appeal to Austria met with little success, for the offences of the Uskoks were outweighed by their services against the Turks; while, if Minucci may be trusted, a share of their spoils, in silk, velvet and jewels, went to the ladies of the Archducal Court of Graz, where the matter was negotiated.

From this wedding, disturbed by quarrels over the queen's jewels and dowry, was to result the union of the crowns on the head of Margaret's great-grandson, James VI., after a century of tragedies and turmoil.

The women cover themselves with silks, gold and jewels, while the men indulge to excess their love of fine horses and splendid arms.

The gorgeous Pala d'oro, still in St Mark's at Venice, a gold retable covered with delicate reliefs and enriched with enamels and jewels, was the work of Byzantine artists during the 11th century.

In silver-work the proportion of new art designs exhibited by dealers and others is still relatively small; but jewellers, except when setting pure brilliants and pearls, are becoming more inclined to make their jewels of finely modelled gold and enamel enriched with precious and semi-precious stones, than of gems merely held together by wholly subordinate settings.

But it was found that there were no funds in the treasury to satisfy their inordinate demands, and they were obliged to be contented with one-half the stipulated sums, which, after many difficulties, were paid in specie and in jewels, with the exception of 584,905 rupees.

According to a common Indian belief a wealthy man who dies without an heir returns to guard his wealth in the form of a serpent, and Italian superstition supposed that to find a serpent's skin brought good luck (Leland) .2 No singular preference for jewels on the part of serpents will explain the belief, and creatures like the jackdaw which have this weakness do not enjoy this prominence in folk-lore.

His tomb was discovered in 1653, when numerous precious objects, arms, jewels, coins and a ring with a figure of the king, were found.

Women, inflamed by his words, gave up their jewels and luxurious apparel, and young men married courtesans in the hope of reclaiming them.

It has a pocket-hole on either side, giving access to the pockets, which are always in the arkhalik, where also is the breast-pocket in which watch, money, jewels, and seals are kept.

Thus, externally, he is surrounded by all the splendour of sovereignty; on his head he wears a great and resplendent crown, with a high circular centrepiece; he is clothed in gold and jewels; round him is a brilliant court, composed of his submissive servants.

She also gave her jewels to be inserted into a new chalice.

The caliph was so well pleased with these jewels that he bought them and paid the merchant a large sum of money.

The spiders looked realistic in shape but were made entirely of jewels and gold.

This style of jewelry box accommodates all those jewels and glittery baubles.

One consideration that couples may want to acknowledge before choosing black jewels for an engagement ring is the symbolic superstition associated with black.

Then the pope resorted to pawning palace furniture, table plate, jewels, even statues of the apostles.

The chief luxuries of the ancient world, silks, jewels, pearls, perfumes, incense and the like, were drawn from India, China and southern Arabia.

He was at Warsaw when his master died in 1733, and he secured a hold on the confidence of the electoral prince, Frederick Augustus, who was at Dresden, by laying hands on the papers and jewels of the late ruler and bringing them promptly to his successor.

Two of Lassalle's comrades succeeded in carrying off the casket, which contained the lady's jewels, from the baroness's room at an hotel in Cologne.

The chronicle of the Sinhalese kings, the Mahavamsa, however, asserts that mirrors of glittering glass were carried in procession in 306 B.C., and beads like gems, and windows with ornaments like jewels, are also mentioned at about the same date.

Many of the sapphires are shipped to Switzerland for watch jewels and for bearings.

Ornaments of gold and silver, and jewels of polished quartz and green chalchihuite were worn - not only the ears and nose but the lips being pierced for - ornaments.

And the stone block in this temple was enriched with a crown of jewels, the gifts of wealthy worshippers.

The same monarch entered Dublin in 1394 with 30,000 bowmen and 4000 cavalry, bringing with him the crown jewels; but after holding a parliament and making much courtly display before the native chieftains, on several of whom he conferred knighthood, he returned to England.

It was stolen from the French crown jewels with the Regent and was never recovered.

The framework of this crown, bereft of its jewels, is in the possession of Lady Amherst of Hackney.