The president of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdymukhamedov, has announced that the state will be holding a Horse Beauty Pageant. The pageant is designed to celebrate Turkmenistan's native horse breeds. Turkmenistan was home to the Turkoman horse, now extinct, which was very similar to the Arabian. They were known for a proud and graceful gait. Today's Akhal-Tekke is descended from those Turkoman … [Read more...]
Hunter/Jumper Horse Jewelry
Some horses are just born to jump. Others take a while to warm up to the idea, but once they discover the joy of jumping, there's no stopping them: every fence, hedge, or nearby obstacle inspires them to leave Earth for a moment and fly. That being said, we don't necessarily recommend offering yourself up as the obstacle! You have to wonder who the guy in the center ticked off to draw that … [Read more...]
The Next Obesity Crisis: In the Barn?
I blame Sugar, the very first pony I ever knew, for my response to this article about obesity among Britain's horses. Sugar was one of those ponies everyone knows - the type that is about as wide as she was tall, with an almost magical ability to find her way into the grain bucket, even after it had been resolutely closed against her. She was born with a sweet tooth. One time she ate the better … [Read more...]
When Is a Horse Not a Horse? Roman Horse Jewelry
When is a horse not a horse? When it's the famous Pompeii horse, who's skeleton was discovered, along with the skeletons of lots of other animals and people who were caught in the aftermath of Vesuvius' eruption. There's been a lot of speculation about what exact type of horse the Pompeii horse was. It's pretty hard to tell just from looking at the skeletal remains. Theories abounded, … [Read more...]
Horses as Therapists? Victorian Horse Jewelry
Everything old eventually becomes new again. That's a truth we've seen play out time and time again in the fashion world...no sooner do we see a trend fade away into history than we see it come back around again! The same thing happens in the world of healing, where one of the oldest comforts in the world -- spending time in the company of horses, drawing strength and solace from their presence … [Read more...]
Spirit and Style: Horse Jewelry For the Wild Heart
To love a horse is to love freedom,to ride into the wild wind with an open heart. The proud wild mustangs have had a hard time of it lately . But the tide may be turning, as Madeline Pickens, wife of Texas billionaire T. Boone Pickens, has just purchased a huge Nevada ranch with plans to turn it into a wild horse sanctuary. The ranch, which is located outside of Elko, is 14,000 acres -- more … [Read more...]
Horse Jewelry Reflects Your Passion and Spirit!
The wind of heaven is that which blows between a horse's ears. I was reminded of this proverb, first delivered to us from the sands of Arabia so very long ago, on a ride this weekend. There is no sensation quite equal to the thrill of riding: that effortless partnership covering miles, civilization left far behind at the trail head, the timeless rhythm of hooves, new wonders discovered with … [Read more...]
Spring Means Sparkle: Diamond Horse Jewelry
Spring is truly here - and this year, fashion mavens report, spring means sparkle! Diamonds in particular are showing up as them gem of the season. That's good news for lovers of diamond horse jewelry. A dazzling array of pieces, from elegant estate treasures to contemporary masterpieces, is waiting for you. How Is Buying Diamond Horse Jewelry Different From Buying Diamond Jewelry? The … [Read more...]
No Purer Love: Mare and Foal
Is there any sight more heart-warming, more guaranteed go make you go "Awww!" than a newborn foal nuzzling up to its Mother? No matter how many times you've seen it, it never fails to be a miracle. It's almost that time of year again, despite the snow you might see out your window. Foaling season is on our mind this morning, as we've read that the Bureau of Land Management has agreed to delay … [Read more...]
Tell Your Story With Horse Jewelry
The latest trend in the jewelry world is for what some are calling 'narrative pieces'. These are pieces of jewelry -- pendants, bracelets, necklaces, and especially charms -- that come with a story. Jane Seymour's eloquent tale of her mother's advice to always keep your heart open led her to design a pendant that's become remarkably popular. But you don't have to be a jewelry designer to tell … [Read more...]