By: EagleNationalMint | 2011-04-02 | Reference & Education Turquoisea treasure from the southwest and more What region do you think of when you seen turquoise? Most see turquoise and think of Native Americans, and that’s understandable. In fact, since my st... read more
By: Ellie Bear | 2010-04-02 | Pets When you are looking for authoritative tortoise information you may be forgiven for becoming confused as to which information to trust! There is so much information on the care of tortoises that separating the wheat from the chaff can seem an awesome task. read more
By: Archebt Otis | 2011-03-29 | Business Turquoise jewelrynot just from Native Americans Ever since my stay in New Mexico years ago, I have developed a love for turquoise jewelry. Turquoise is a hydrous phosphate of copper that is fairly so... read more
By: Ellie Bear | 2010-04-01 | Pets In order for your tortoise to remain healthy good nutrition is paramount. This will ensure it has a strong immune system and will have normal growth, plus their shell will not grow to be deformed. There are a number of factors to consider that will contribute to your pet tortoises nutritional needs. read more
By: Ellie Bear | 2010-04-01 | Pets If your type of tortoise is prone to hibernation there are a few factors you will need to consider. Not all species will hibernate, those likely to do this are those from North America, Europe and some Asian Countries. Species from sub-tropical and tropical areas of the globe do not hibernate, although there can be exceptions to this. Research your particular type and this will give you a good idea if yours is likely to need to hibernate. There has been research that suggests if a tortoise is prevented from hibernating it will become stressed and this can lead to illness and distress for the pet. read more
By: Ellie Bear | 2010-03-30 | Pets If you are thinking of getting a little baby tortoise to care for there a number of things to consider before embarking on this major decision. These creatures are one of the longest lived creatures on the planet. But, only if they are cared for in the correct type of enclosure. For this reason you will have to think long and hard if you are truly able to provide a home for one of these fascinating animals. read more
By: Ellie Bear | 2010-03-30 | Pets The Herman is often spelled in various different forms. For clarity it is often more advantageous to use the Latin name as this will be recognized all over the world. This species is one of the smaller species and is a very popular choice to keep as a pet. However, there are a few factors to consider before you decide this is the pet you would like to care for. read more
By: Josh Chaney | 2010-11-02 | Jewelry Turquoise jewelry has been treasured throughout the world since pre-history. TurquoiseDirect.com is the leading provider of turquoise jewelry at the best prices. read more
By: Erin Aletha | 2010-12-26 | Interior design Turquoise has been the favorite ornamental stone of ancient Egyptians used for their jewelry. This stone is said to be a symbol of wealth. read more
By: marinazosa | 2010-10-27 | Fashion Sterling silver diamond jewelry, as is a situation with all good diamond jewelry, will need to be saved alone in a very separate compartment in a necklaces field or in its own delicate pouch. Not performing this may eventually consequence in scratches, or even breaks if there are gemstones in the jewelry. read more
By: merrypius | 2011-04-20 | Clothing The delightful saree which is a partnership of artificial georgette material and artificial georgette shimmer and net material makes birthday parties bubblier. These materials are mixed in parts which are neatly done with sequins and other embroidery works appropriately. read more
By: Silvia Blach | 2009-02-23 | Feng shui Tortoises and dragons have been known to be the two immensely powerful symbolic items of Feng Shui. The dragon alone has several symbolic meanings and it stands for wealth, positive energy, fertility and immortality, to mention a few. The dragon is believed to have a positive influence on humans according to the Chinese mythology. read more
By: Ellie Bear | 2010-03-31 | Pets Leopard tortoises can be prone to developing "Runny Nose Syndrome" more than other species. This illness can cause major problems for your pet if it is not treated quickly. RNS is not strictly a disease but a way of describing a number of symptoms indicating an upper respiratory tract infection. There can be a number of causes for "RNS" but if left unchecked can cause pneumonia and death. read more
By: Daniel Cruse | 2010-05-05 | Jewelry Discover the world of turquoise from its role in world cultures throughout history and contemporary uses today. Learn some of the common uses for beautiful blue turquoise beads for crafts and jewelry making. read more