Venetiaurum Italian Murano Glass Jewelry - Exquistic and Exciting Pieces of Art Creating a New Fashion Statement

Fashion is more than clothes, it is an attitude, it is an art form, it is a painting of clothing with the right amount of jewelry. And there is a new jewelry that offers a brand new fashion. Not a fashion that will fade, but a timeless fashion statement as iconic as the famous romantic area of the world this jewelry originates from - the heart of Itay, by the Adriadic Sea, located on the Gulf of Venice, in a part of the world renown for romance - Murano, Italy. And what is this new glass creation called - Venetiaurum, a registered brand name as unique as the jewelry itself. And yes, the spelling does include two "u's". It is a play on the word of its birthplace - City of Venice.

“Made in Italy” does not just mean that the jewels were created in Italy; it also implies that what we have produced captures the soul of our creativity."

From iconic Italian gold to inventive Italian charms and now another new and equally glamorous piece of jewelry from Italy - Venetiaurum^®.

"Venetiaurum® is the new, Linea Italia trade-mark, which has become an international synonym with reference to the creation of Murano glass jewelry, together with precious materials."

Imagine jewelry crafted of the very finest Murano glass - this is the brand that Venetiaurum^® has crafted and trade-marked.

Venetiaurum sets a brand new style, a style of color, a style reflective of the mercurial qualities that only metal combined with beautiful glass can offer. Venetiaurum is a Murano glass for the most discriminating of jewelry aficionados.The pieces from Venetiaurum are inventive and include fashionable colors and elegant combinations with gold chains. Journey with us as we explore this new line of jewelry that is sure to find a place in your fashion wardrobe today.

Like Coco Chanel, Venetiaurum dresses their jewelry creations. If you check out their website you will see a gallery of photos showcasing the fashion statement that this designer brand of jewelry has to offer. Just as Coco made a statement with her classic long chains and classic pearls, so too, this new brand of Murano glass jewelry combines the ancient proprietary technology with new fashion trends to elevate and rejuvenate this artisan style of fashion jewelry.

"Fashion is always of the time in which you live. It is not something standing alone. But the grand problem, the most important problem, is to rejuvenate women. To make women look young. Then their outlook changes. They feel more joyous."
~Coco Chanel

Venetiaurum® celebrates fashion and rejuvenates the soul, learn how and see firsthand why.

Like all great pieces of artwork, some pieces will actually speak to you. The heart pendant above with its fuchsia pink infused with rich copper and gold cries out to me.

From the depth of the colors to the swirls to the very shape of the heart, this piece is a timeless treasure that mimics the very symbol of a love that is ever bountiful in feeling and enduring in resilience. Not as strong as diamond (but of course, what is!) but offering a unique place forever in your heart and your wardrobe.

If fuchsia, copper and gold don't strike you, take a look at a magnificent gold Venetiaurum heart or perhaps purple is your pleasure? Either one would bring tears of joy to a Mother, a sister or a young girl.

As the lovely poem so aptly describes:

"I never knew what life was

I never knew what love meant

You let me know and it's true

My heart is full now and content

I know now what God sent

Love is you."

On the coast of the Adrianic Sea, on the Northeastern coast of Italy, is a famous group of islands called Murano. It sits on the lagoon of Venice is across from the city of Venice which is the capital of the Veneto region.

Venice as you know is a world-renowned place is known for its shoreline, architecture, canals and romance. Venice has been called by the New York Time, "undoubtedly the most beautiful city ever built by man". What is fascinating in this romantic region of the world is the origin of one of the most beautiful, inventive type of jewelry. A type of jewelry made of glass as only this unique place in the world could ever envision and craft.

For you see, Murano may be a place but it is also the namesake of Murano glass jewelry.

It has a fascinating history that dates back before 1291. Yes, that is not a typo, this specialized production of glass was so coveted that some speculate leglislation was enacted to ban this type of glass from Venice and isolated the production only in the city Murano not because of fire safety concerns but because of the fear of robbery of the technology and craft by foreigners.

"In fact, the glassblowers became virtual prisoners on Murano, insulated from any contacts who might divulge their production secrets to potential competitors abroad. Venetian--or Murano--glassmaking became the leading source for fine glass in Europe and a major source of trading income for the Republic of Venice." source:http://www.boglewood.com/murano/history.html

Murano glass continues to be highly valued art in the form of decorative pieces such as mirror and vases but also jewelry.

Because Murano is world-renowned for its proprietary glass making craftsmen, Murano is nicknamed the "island of glass".

While glass making may have begun sometime in the 8th century, the proprietary development of this specific type of glass, which we now commonly call Murano was crafted when the ports were opened and the area became the epicenter of glass art.

Murano held a monopoly on the specific production until about the 1600's when Europeans learned the proprietary skills and started duplicating this fine glass art.

Interestingly, during the 1400's it was stated that these unique artisans were banned from leaving the Republic. Yes, that sentence is correct the Republic banned their citizens from leaving and going abroad - that fact highlights the commercial value of this finely handcrafted artisan skill.

Venetiaurm is handcrafted, hand blown glass jewelry often with precious metals such as 14K or in some rare cases 24K gold.

Everyone has seen the sea horses made of Murano glass. The two artful mediums seem to go seamlessly hand in hand - the graceful seahorse with its many curves is further accentuated with the beautiful swirls of Murano glass.

So what makes Venetiaurum proprietary and different from Murano glass? Well, words cannot do this specialized art form create. Venetiaurum takes Murano glass into a new realm. A realm of further depth and mystery, a realm of couture. Yes, Venetiaurum makes the beautiful Murano glass look provincial. Don't believe me? See and judge for yourself.

Other Common Murano Pieces of Jewelry

Besides the sea horse, there is another common piece of jewelry where you will see literally thousands of different designs and color combinations. These pieces often hit the marketplace from China and are sized and crafted in the Murano glass style but with fit and finish in European beads commonly referred to by its patented name Pandora. The glass beads are popular for its variety of designs and color and it charm like interchangeability.

For all the many beads and charms I have cruised the Internet for, I have yet to see a European bead in the grace and elegance of Venetiaurum design. And then, I jump to the website Venetiaurum.it and lo and behold - what do they now carry - but of course, the beloved European bead! Somehow they have labelled this collection - Magic Reflections. Reflection of the current style trend of the popular bead with its threaded and interchangeable beads? I don't read Italian so I am sorry to report if the beads are threaded. If you can add to this discussion, please leave comments below and I will be happy to update this section.

One of the least publicized pieces of jewelry is the Venetiaurum bangle bracelet. Some people are shoe connoisseurs, some are into purses, some just delight in all things fashion related, for me, I am a bracelet lover. For those who just simply delight in fashion or jewelry in general, you must consider the Venetiaurum bangle bracelet.

There is no other single piece of jewelry that more fully exemplifies the magnificence of this craft. The swirls of the glass and the gold or other metals are intertwined in dance that will last for a lifetime and beyond.

Just one look at the elegance in color and design of the bangle and you have a piece that will continue to fascinate you each and every time you decide to don this piece of artwork.

I dare you to find a better value than the Venetiaurum pendant with 24K gold. This pendant is timeless in quality and design. Best yet, this pendant can take you comfortably from the office to dinner and is appropriate for summer, fall or winter. What single piece of jewelry offers this value and flexibility?

Imagine a simple black sweater in winter, a white t-shirt in summer or almost any color and this pendant is sure to not only complete the outfit but make a statement that you are a world renown "fashionista" who can pull together any outfit competently.

What are your thoughts and impressions about this unique, artisan jewelry? Do you have some pieces? If so, what memories do they evoke? What fashion statement do they make? How often do you wear this special glass jewelry? Does this jewelry serve to rejuvenate your very soul?