Though the origins of the Prayer Box are often argued, many faiths now use the prayer box for religious use. However in today’s society, Prayer Box has taken more of a sentimental value / jewelry item rather then its religious past. Prayer Boxes come in many different styles, shapes, materials, but one thing all prayer boxes share in common is there use. They are all used normally to hold a special message of prayer, a message from a significant other, or just a saying important to the individual.
For many prayer boxes, producers of the item can use many different materials. But the materials most commonly found and used are; sterling silver, plated silver, gold vermeil, brass and pewter. The most commonly used of all is sterling silver. This occurrence is simple, most prayer boxes, to the individual may be a sacred or very important item to them. As such, would be made of a precious metal. Gold is far more expensive then sterling silver which makes it more readily available for the consumer.
Prayer boxes in general are categorized as having three main uses; Religious, Inspirational and Sentimental. In religious use, the common practice would be to place a prayer or wish into the prayer box. For many it is said that by doing so, your prayer or wish would come true. For Inspiration, a friend may offer this as inspiration after a trying time, perhaps a break up, or a loss of a loved one, or for many, just use it as a piece of jewelry. For a sentimental use, the prayer box may have been given by a wife or husband with a special note tucked into the box. Or best friends moving away tucking away phone numbers or special memories into it. This is by no means the only way to use these prayer boxes, but rather an example of the many uses prayer boxes offer.
These are only a small example of many prayer box styles and variations. If you would like to view more prayer boxes you can see them here.
Here at silvercharmsinc.com we offer a wide array of sterling silver spacer beads, offering many styles that you maybe looking for. From all of our silver spacer beads, we offer many categories, including; Animal Spacer Beads, Holiday Spacer Beads, and Message Spacer Beads, just to name a few. As mentioned, all of our silver products are sterling silver unless otherwise noted on the item description. Use these wonderful spacer beads on all your projects! They are a great addition to any piece including bracelets and necklaces. We also offer some spacer beads with some extra color. These beads offer something to stand out with the addition of embedded Cubic Zirconia (CZ). If there is anything you can’t seem to find, please use our search function!
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Below are some spacer beads that may interest you!
Remember, these are just a few of what we have to offer at silvercharmsinc.com. To view our entire collection of silver spacer beads please visit our silver spacer beads section.
Message beads are a simple concept which has been around for quite some time. They can very from the most simple to the most sophisticated, but in the end, these message charms and message beads have one common goal, to get a message across to the person being presented with the item. These beads and charms offer alittle extra for your Affirmation Bands, Necklaces, Bracelets and many other exciting gift ideas for that special someone, friends, and family.
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At silvercharmsinc.com, we offer several different types and styles of message bead and charms and is not only limited to sterling silver, but we also have many other message beads offered in procelain. These message beads are beautifully crafted and are one of a kind.
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Below are only a few examples of what you can do with our affirmation bands, message beads, and leather necklaces and bracelets.
Show that sports fan or sports player that you acknowledge there spirit or love for a sport.
With varying sizes of leather straps available, you can create a one of a kind message bracelet or necklace for that special someone. Choose to make one or the other, or even both, its easy to do and we have everything you need.
Enamel is the process of using a powdered glass and running it through a fire treatment that usually runs at temperatures of 750 to 800 degrees Celsius. During this time the powdered glass melts into a liquid and covers the area, allowing a hardened, smooth, durable coating on metals, ceramics and glass. The term Enamel is also used to describe small trinket like items covered in an enamel coating. Beauty aside, enamel also offers a durable protection against chemicals, and provides a long lasting shine and full color. We offer a full selection of Enamel Charms ranging from sports to travel and a lot more.
Here at silvercharms inc. We offer crystal enamel and crystal charms which are not your ordinary charms. It offers the durability and color of enamel with added crystals to enhance the beauty of the charm. Some examples of our crystal enamel charms are; Crystal Penguin , Heart Sunglasses, and the Happy Horse. Here are some crystal charm examples; Golf , Bridesmaid.
While CZ or Cubic Zirconia is best known as an diamond simulant. CZ offers alot of the same properties as diamonds. Its not nearly as hard as diamonds, ranking in at 8.5 on the mohs scale, but, it is harder then most gemstones. CZ also has the ability to be made into different colors and most importantly much cheaper then the rarer Diamond. This inexpensive CZ offers a high quality gemstone. Some of our charms include different sizes and colors of CZ such as; Cosmopolitan , Wine Glass , Coffee Cup , and many more.
Seemingly, Marcasite and Pyrite are the same in chemistry. However in crystal structure and other differences, Pyrite and Marcasite are different. In jewelry the term is commonly used and the gemstone used is referred to as Marcasite, in most cases however the Marcasite is actually Pyrite. No one knows exactly when this happened, but even to experienced mineral collectors the difference can be hard to tell. Marcasite is not used due to its brittle nature, and on random can decay and create sulfuric acid. We offer Marcasite (Pyrite) charms in different styles; Cherries , Apples , Turtles , just to name a few.
The glass beads of Murano are skillfully made, colorful, and elegant. Originally in Venice, were moved to the islands of Murano due to increasing fear of fire breaking out in Venice. Here is an example of Murano work. Today, this art of glass making can also incorporate other kinds of methods such as gold engraving, lattimo, ribbed glass, submersion just to name some of the many.
A gemstone is normally considered any mineral, rock or petrified material that can be cut and polished and used in jewelry. Though there are some which do not fall into the category, and are most often displayed in museums and sought out by collectors. Alot of our charms also make good use of other gemstones and other precious stones, to name a few; Tigers Eye, Turquoise, and other elaborate stones. All of our gemstones are also available per strand.
A list of charms found today around the world.
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Charms today can vary to any possible thing you can think about. From Animals, Angels, Chinese Characters, Crosses, Hearts, Public Service, and many more. See what we have to offer in our charms section. Charms can cover about any occasion, or any relationship. From friends, to husband and wife. These charms also have great adaptability, you can attach them to bracelets, necklaces, key chains, and the possibilities are almost endless. They also offer a bundle of charms enamel covered. These Enamel Charms are brilliantly colored and have a long lasting shine.
A brief and far from complete history of charms.
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Charms span far and wide and may vary as to what exactly a “charm” is around the world. From good luck charms, to charms and amulets from shrines, and other countries, they may look different, used differently, but one common piece of information between all the differences, is, they are used as something important to the holder. This to many may give a charm a heavy meaning. As one would say, “In the eye of the beholder.”
During the Neolithic Era, as man roamed the earth in search of its new surroundings, the earliest form of charms could be considered to be found during this time period. As man would find obscure objects that would look different, look shiny, or interesting. These early men would use these as a hope to ward off enemies. As time passed many elaborate charms with precious stones and metals began to appear. Which were primarily seen during the reign of the pharos of Egypt . The Egyptians used these charms as ID tags so the gods could identify them and as a means to show their status in society
During the times of the Roman Empire , many Christians would employ a fish like charm, referred to as an “Ichthys”. They would hide this charm where they could, and used them to gain access into secretly held worships and other forbidden activities pertaining to Christianity at the time.
Now, during the middle ages, amulets and charms gained favor of many warriors who went into battle, and men and women alike. Charms and amulets were apart of many meanings to people in the Middle Ages. They would often be work to represent a group or faction they were apart of and many others. However as the renaissance swept through the European countries and mass production of books was instated, many of the rich who could afford books lost favor to carrying charms around, but for the lesser educated, and poorer classes, it was a continued tradition.
At the end of World War II, soldiers from the European countries, the pacific islands were eager to come home. Many of them before heading back bought many little charms and trinkets made by the locals to return to loved ones. This turned out to be so big, many companies soon started to create charms and trinkets for year round use.
After World War II, in the late 40s, charms and charm bracelets began to be a must have lady accessory for young girls and women alike. These near antique charms and charm bracelets had many significant values imprinted on them, from anywhere to birthdays and graduations to travel and weddings. And in present day, fetch a hefty amount in auctions around the United States.
During the present time, charms, charm bracelets, amulets, necklaces, and other mentionable pieces of jewelry have something in common; they all have a valuable meaning behind every piece. Weather it be a charm bracelet for your friend, or a heart charm for your significant other, or just a charm to tell your mother or grandmother that they are the best, each and every charm has its meaning, and its the meaning behind every charm and many pieces of jewelry that make it worth more and more to that person as the days go by.
A general guide to the colors and meanings for Awareness Ribbons, Pins, and other awareness related products.
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Amber |
Appendix Cancer |
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Black; Crystal: Jet; Gemstone: Onyx |
Gang Prevention, Melanoma (Orange Also), Mourning, Accidents, Anti – Terrorism, Gun Control, Narcolepsy, Prisoner of War, Missing in Action (Yellow Also), Sleep Apnea, Sleep Disorders, Trauma |
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Dark Blue; Crystal: Montana Blue; Gemstone: Sodalite |
Arthritis Awareness, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Alopecia, Arthritis, Child Abuse, Colitis, Colon Cancer (Also Brown), Dystonia, Education, Free Speech, Interstital Cystitis, Reye’s Syndrome, Short Bowel Syndrome, Teens Against Smoking, Water Quality, Accidents, Amish Support, Melanoma, |
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Light Blue; Crystal: Light Sapphire; Gemstone: Blue Lace Agate |
Bechets Diesease, Graves Disease, Lymphedema, Men’s Health, Pro Choice, Prostate Cancer, Spay / Neuter Pets, Thyroid Disease |
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Gold; Crystal: Topaz |
Childhood Cancer |
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Brown; Gemstone / Crystal: Smoky Quartz |
Anti-Tabaco, Colon Cancer |
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Burgandy; Crystal / Gemstone: Amethyst |
Cesarean Section, Brain Aneurysm, Headaches, Hemangioma, Hospice Care, Mutiple Myeloma, William’s Syndrome |
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Gray; Crystal: Black Diamond; Gemstone: Laboradite |
Allergies, Aphasia, Diabetes, Mental Illness, Asthma, Brain Cancer, Brain Tumors |
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Green; Crystal: Peridot/Emerald; Gemstone: Peridot/Aventurine |
Bone Marrow, Childhood Depression, Depression Awareness, Enviorment, Eye Injury, Folic Acid, Celiac Diesease, Glaucoma, Kidney Cancer, Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, Leukemia, Lyme Disease, Mental Retardation, Mitochondrial Disease, Oragan Donor, Tissue Donor, Worker Safety |
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Blue and Green |
Down Syndrome |
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Orange |
Cultural Diversity, Hunger, Juvenile Diabetes, Leukemia, Lupus, Melanoma, Racial Tolerance, Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome, Self Injury |
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Lavender (Violet); Crystal: Lavender/Tanzanite; Gemstone: Light Amethyst |
Cancer, Epilepsy, Foster Care, Gynecological Cancer, Rett Syndrome |
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Pearl |
Emphysema, Lung Cancer, Lung Disease |
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Periwinkle; Crystal: Tanzanite/Light Sapphire |
Eating Disorders, Esophageal Cancer, Irritable Bowel, Pulmonary Hypertension |
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Pink; Crystal: Light Rose; Gemstone: Quartz |
Birth Parents, Breast Cancer |
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Blue and Pink; Crystal/Gemstone:; Rose Quarts & Light Sapphire |
Male Breast Cancer, Pregnancy Loss, Infant Loss |
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Red; Crystal/Gemstone: Garnet |
A.I.D.S., H.I.V., D.A.R.E., Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy, D.U.I. Awareness, Epidemolysis Bullosa, Heart Disease, Lymphoma |
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Puzzle |
Autism |
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Pinstripe; Crystal: Light Sapphire
& Fresh Water Pearl |
ALS Awareness |
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Purple; Crystal/Gemstone: Amethyst |
Alzheimer’s, Animal Abuse, Colitis, Cystic Fibrosis, Domestic Violence, Fibromyalgia, Leimyosarcoma, Lupus, Macular Degeneration, Pancreatic Cancer, Sarcoidosis |
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White and Red; Crystal: Garnet & Pearl |
Head / Neck Cancer |
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Yellow and Red; Crytal: Garnet & Topaz |
Hepatitis C |
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Red, White & Blue; Crystal: Garnet, Sapphire, & Pearl |
Fireworks Safety, National Support, WTC Hero Ribbons, WTC Victims |
Swarovski Austrian Crystals
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These crystals are made with top quality and with Swarovski, the leading name and top seller of crystals, has been around since 1895 offering one of the most popular crystals style, Aurora Borealis also known as AB. Our selection of Swarovski Austrian Crystals, Czech Crystals, Rondell Rhinestone Beads, Squardelle Rhinestone Beads, Swarovski Birthstone Crystal offer crystals of all different colors. We carry many different styles; Bicone, Round Faceted, Heart Pendant, Teardrop Pendant, and Squaredelle Rondell. With very many different sizes varying between the styles. With Swarovski you will always be satisfied knowing the quality is superb, and know it will last.
We offer the Bicone style in 4mm, 6mm and 8mm sizes.
We offer the Round Faceter style in, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, and 12mm sizes.
We offer the Square style in 4mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, and 12mm sizes.
We offer the Heart Pendant style in one size, 10mm. WIth varying color styles. A perfect addition for a necklace or bracelet for that special someone or a loved one.
We offer the Teardrop Pendant style in one size, 15mm.
A little bit about Affirmation
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Affirmation is a form of auto-suggestion which is a statement of a desirable intention or state of mind. In a positive sense, its used for an application of implanting a word or saying into the mind of a person. In the hopes that this will help to revise this persons way of thinking, train of thought or so forth.
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Affirmation can be viewed in two ways, 1, in a positive sense, one trying to mobilize his inner resources or 2, in a negative sense as a self induced brainwashing. This application would also depends on the depth and wisdom of the affirmation. Affirmation, are usually phrased in first person, and usually in present tense in order to incrase the realiziation of a statement for the affirmee.
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Message Beads are also commonly used in addition to the affirmation band. It helps to relay other words of encouragemnt or Affirmation to the affirmee. Message beads also compliment an additional amount of words. Hope, Joy, Spirit, just to name a few.
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Affirmation Bands can be combined and used to be given as gifts or as affirmation statements of encouragement to a person. They are often given to boost someones bad times, or just a gift to a friend. Affirmation can come in any shape or form, our Affirmation bands are only one shape of which you can give an affirmation to someone. They are often used to be laced around bracelets and necklaces.
