Buried treasure is a large part of the mythology of pirates and other outlaws. Popular belief holds that these individuals buried their riches in a remote place, where even they needed a treasure map in order to find it. The idiom "X marks the spot" is derived from this idea... Read more
Did you know that pearls are not ordinary rocks or mere beads made by man? Pearls are actually made by an ocean animal called an oyster. How does an oyster make a pearl.. Read more
Gold is one of the most expensive, sought-after, and recognizable of the precious metals... Read more
Rings are bands of metal or other decorative materials that are worn in the fingers or toes... Read more
Necklaces are "one of the earliest types of adornment worn by humans." Prehistoric necklaces made of bones, shells, plants, and feathers have been found... Read more
Gems are special mineral stones that are prized because they are rare and beautiful. Since ancient times, gems have been collected and made into jewelry... Read more
Chains are a ubiquitous part of popular culture. Chains are used both literally and figuratively in songs such as Aretha Franklin's "Chain of Fools" and Sam Cooke's "Chain Gang."... Read more
Crystals are special stones in which the atoms and molecules line up in specific patterns. Crystals usually form underground. Crystals come... Read more
Diamonds are made of carbon, the same material abundant in common coal and graphite. High temperatures and intense pressure... Read more
Since ancient times, crowns of various types have been worn to designate royalty by kings, queens, princes, and princesses. Read more