Chakra" is a Sanskrit word that literally translates to "wheel" or "turning". Pronounced “cha-kra” or “sha-kra”, it is a concept referring to wheel-like vortices of spinning energy in the aura.
The chakras are “force centers” permeating the layers of the subtle bodies from a point on the physical body. Rotating vortices of subtle matter, they are considered the focal points for the reception and transmission of energies.
Chakras occur in pairs, one in the front of the body and one in the back. Their points meet within the spine.
The seven main chakras are usually represented by the following gemstone cabochons:
First Base/Root Chakra - Garnet
Second Sacral Chakra - Carnelian
Third Solar Plexus Chakra - Citrine
Fourth Heart Chakra - Peridot
Fifth Throat Chakra - Iolite
Sixth Third Eye Chakra - Amethyst
Seventh Crown Chakra - Rainbow Moonstone
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Friday, May 25, 2012
Friday, May 4, 2012
How to Determine Your Ring Size
There are several systems for denoting the sizes of jewellery rings in use around the world. While conversion charts are available, it can be pretty confusing if you are not sure of your ring size in the first place. At Moonfire Charms, we use the US ring size system. Here’s a quick guide to determining your ring size with a few simple tools.
If you already have a ring you currently wear, simply measure the diameter of the ring. This measurement is known as the “inside diameter”. You can then find the corresponding measurement on the ring size conversion chart below.
If you do not have a ring, simply do the following:
1. Get a strip of paper or a piece of string.
The paper strip or string should be at least 10 cm long.
2. Wrap the paper or string around the base of the finger you want to measure.
The string should be wrapped snugly around the base of the finger – not too loose or tight to ensure a better measurement.
3. Mark the string or paper where the circle around your finger is completed.
A marker, pen or pencil will do the job!
4. Find out the length of your ring measurement.
Use a ruler or tape measure to measure the beginning to the marked end. This measurement is known as the “inside circumference” of your finger.
5. Check the chart below to determine your ring size.
When in doubt between two sizes, it is safer to take the larger ring size to ensure that the ring will definitely fit you.
If you already have a ring you currently wear, simply measure the diameter of the ring. This measurement is known as the “inside diameter”. You can then find the corresponding measurement on the ring size conversion chart below.
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| Measuring the ring diameter |
If you do not have a ring, simply do the following:
1. Get a strip of paper or a piece of string.
The paper strip or string should be at least 10 cm long.
2. Wrap the paper or string around the base of the finger you want to measure.
The string should be wrapped snugly around the base of the finger – not too loose or tight to ensure a better measurement.
3. Mark the string or paper where the circle around your finger is completed.
A marker, pen or pencil will do the job!
4. Find out the length of your ring measurement.
Use a ruler or tape measure to measure the beginning to the marked end. This measurement is known as the “inside circumference” of your finger.
5. Check the chart below to determine your ring size.
When in doubt between two sizes, it is safer to take the larger ring size to ensure that the ring will definitely fit you.
Ring Size Conversion Chart
Inside diameter
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Inside diameter
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Inside circum-
ference
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Inside circum-
ference
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Size
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(in)
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(mm)
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(in)
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(mm)
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United States and Canada
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| 0.458 0.466 0.474 0.482 0.49 0.498 0.506 0.514 0.522 0.53 0.538 0.546 0.554 0.562 0.57 0.578 0.586 0.594 0.602 0.61 0.618 0.626 0.634 0.642 0.65 0.658 0.666 0.674 0.682 0.69 0.698 0.706 0.714 0.722 0.73 0.738 0.746 0.754 0.762 0.77 0.778 0.786 0.794 0.802 0.81 0.818 0.826 0.834 0.842 0.85 0.858 0.866 0.874 0.882 0.89 0.898 0.906 0.914 0.922 0.93 0.938 0.946 0.954 0.962 0.97 | 11.63 11.84 12.04 12.24 12.45 12.65 12.85 13.06 13.26 13.46 13.67 13.87 14.07 14.27 14.48 14.68 14.88 15.09 15.29 15.49 15.7 15.9 16.1 16.31 16.51 16.71 16.92 17.12 17.32 17.53 17.73 17.93 18.14 18.34 18.54 18.75 18.95 19.15 19.35 19.56 19.76 19.96 20.17 20.37 20.57 20.78 20.98 21.18 21.39 21.59 21.79 22 22.2 22.4 22.61 22.81 23.01 23.22 23.42 23.62 23.83 24.03 24.23 24.43 24.64 | 1.44 1.46 1.49 1.51 1.54 1.56 1.59 1.61 1.64 1.67 1.69 1.72 1.74 1.77 1.79 1.82 1.84 1.87 1.89 1.92 1.94 1.97 1.99 2.02 2.04 2.07 2.09 2.12 2.14 2.17 2.19 2.22 2.24 2.27 2.29 2.32 2.34 2.37 2.39 2.42 2.44 2.47 2.49 2.52 2.54 2.57 2.59 2.62 2.65 2.67 2.7 2.72 2.75 2.77 2.8 2.82 2.85 2.87 2.9 2.92 2.95 2.97 3 3.02 3.05 | 36.5 37.2 37.8 38.5 39.1 39.7 40.4 41 41.7 42.3 42.9 43.6 44.2 44.8 45.5 46.1 46.8 47.4 48 48.7 49.3 50 50.6 51.2 51.9 52.5 53.1 53.8 54.4 55.1 55.7 56.3 57 57.6 58.3 58.9 59.5 60.2 60.8 61.4 62.1 62.7 63.4 64 64.6 65.3 65.9 66.6 67.2 67.8 68.5 69.1 69.7 70.4 71 71.7 72.3 72.9 73.6 74.2 74.8 75.5 76.1 76.8 77.4 | 0 ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1¼ 1½ 1¾ 2 2¼ 2½ 2¾ 3 3¼ 3½ 3¾ 4 4¼ 4½ 4¾ 5 5¼ 5½ 5¾ 6 6¼ 6½ 6¾ 7 7¼ 7½ 7¾ 8 8¼ 8½ 8¾ 9 9¼ 9½ 9¾ 10 10¼ 10½ 10¾ 11 11¼ 11½ 11¾ 12 12¼ 12½ 12¾ 13 13¼ 13½ 13¾ 14 14¼ 14½ 14¾ 15 15¼ 15½ 15¾ 16 |
Saturday, October 1, 2011
Welcome to Moonfire Charms!
Hi there, and welcome to Moonfire Charms! Moonfire Charms offers one-of-a-kind, exclusive semi-precious gemstone jewelry, with a range of designs varying from simple and classy, to unique and funky. You’ll definitely find something that expresses your own sense of style! Our natural gemstones are of great quality and are crafted for your enjoyment. So come experience the beauty of natural gemstones, right here at Moonfire Charms.
Why buy from Moonfire Charms?
Exclusive Designs
At Moonfire Charms, I source for unique, eye-catching jewelry that are one-of-a-kind, ensuring that you, as an individual stand out from the masses with your jewelry choice. Also, Moonfire Charms’ own jewelry designs are produced in a small, limited quantity, retaining that exclusivity you get when shopping at Moonfire Charms. Every jewelry piece is a special Moonfire Charms treasure!
Natural Gemstones
I strive to provide fine, well-crafted gemstone jewelry of the best quality possible while retaining affordable prices. The raw gemstone resources are obtained directly from mining sources such as India, Brazil and the United States. The gemstones are then hand-cut and polished by master stone cutters with years of experience and set into jewelry by master artisans.
Affordability
The gemstones are obtained directly from the sources, cutting out any middleman fees and with no storefront to add to overhead costs. Moonfire Charms offers a range of gemstone jewelry in 925 stamped sterling silver. Silver is a precious metal that is striking and yet considerably cheaper than gold or platinum, enabling you to enjoy beautiful pieces at affordable rates.
Why buy from Moonfire Charms?
Exclusive Designs
At Moonfire Charms, I source for unique, eye-catching jewelry that are one-of-a-kind, ensuring that you, as an individual stand out from the masses with your jewelry choice. Also, Moonfire Charms’ own jewelry designs are produced in a small, limited quantity, retaining that exclusivity you get when shopping at Moonfire Charms. Every jewelry piece is a special Moonfire Charms treasure!
Natural Gemstones
I strive to provide fine, well-crafted gemstone jewelry of the best quality possible while retaining affordable prices. The raw gemstone resources are obtained directly from mining sources such as India, Brazil and the United States. The gemstones are then hand-cut and polished by master stone cutters with years of experience and set into jewelry by master artisans.
Affordability
The gemstones are obtained directly from the sources, cutting out any middleman fees and with no storefront to add to overhead costs. Moonfire Charms offers a range of gemstone jewelry in 925 stamped sterling silver. Silver is a precious metal that is striking and yet considerably cheaper than gold or platinum, enabling you to enjoy beautiful pieces at affordable rates.
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