As many of you already know, our new Jewish Jewelry and Judaica gifts website will be up on the web very soon. In fact, the new database is being installed on our server right now (That’s one step closer to having the new store up and running!). In this NEW website, we’ve done our very best to create an easy, attractive, fuss-and-frustration free online shopping experience. How? I’ll tell you.

First of all, we’ve designed the website with internet design experts. These expert gave us important input, every step of the way, on how to improve on the current website’s design which is quite outdated. I’m sure you’ll be able to see this for yourself next time you come looking for handmade cufflinks or 14K gold chains.

In addition, two days ago we attended a UX (User Experience) conference that brought together graphic designers, SEO (Search Engine Optimization) experts, application developers, and many more. The conference focused on improving user experience in all aspects of the internet and other wireless technologies.

One of the points that kept coming up, in various workshops, throughout the conference was the importance of simplicity. How many times have you tried to order a product online but couldn’t find the “Add to Cart” button? How often have you ordered an item on the web only to find that item is out of stock? And most importantly: How much complicated text do you have to go through before you find what you’re looking for?

On Baltinester Jewelry’s new website we’ve made every effort to make things simple. We’re adding new pictures of our name necklaces and many other items too, adding informative – yet concise – product descriptions, changing the entire interface so that you can find the roman glass jewelry easily, and inserting clear fill-in fields for names and inscriptions into name jewelry, personalized tallit clips, and wherever else applicable.

Improving the website never actually ends. It’s an ongoing project and we’re putting a lot of effort into it. And this is where you come in: Once the new website is up, if you come across missing Jerusalem Jewelry pictures, incomplete details on Star of David Pendants, a piece of Ancient coin jewelry you’re looking for but cant find — contact us and we’ll do our best to fix whatever needs fixing. We appreciate all feedback and pledge to do our best for our customers.

Thanks for your help, and see you soon on the NEW and improved Baltinester Jewelry website.

The greatest present given

The greatest present given to mankind by god is the power to reproduce and ultimately the power to create life therefore we become a partner with god in creation, leading many to believe that the chai pendants can actually cause good luck.

Furthermore, the chai pendant has a numerical value of 18 and so 18 has become a lucky number too. In rabbinical teachings it is found to be the advised age of marriage maybe for the same reason.

The unique powers and great history behind the Star of David are well known and can be found in our article The Star of David Pendant.

This unique design of the classic Star of David was created by Israel’s top artist Zobof  especially for the Jews amongst us not lucky enough to live in our holy land. Or in a hostile community filled with anti-Semitism this outstanding Butterfly Star of David Pendant is interchangeable as it turns from a dazzling Diamond set Star of David to a gorgeous diamond set butterfly necklace leaving no trace of the Star of David all this can be done at the snap of a finger thanks to the brilliant mind of this artist.

The Butterfly Star of David is a great way to connect with our tradition as it origins from King David since some of us are not capable to protest our Judaism in public this Butterfly Star of David is the best way to stay connected yet safe from any harm as the Star of David Pendants are also known to be a great talisman

Why was her request so special? The client requested we create a very customized necklace for her. She wanted a white gold nameplate necklace with Hebrew block letters, decorated with sparkling diamonds. Now, a necklace with sparkling stones is one thing, but a necklace with diamond – that’s a different story altogether!
The result is before you: look at the picture above and see for yourselves. Our talented jewelers designed the letters and inserted the diamonds carefully, one by one, into their places. The end result being one of the most dazzling pieces of name jewelry we have created in a long time. And we have been in the business of creating Name Necklaces for decades! You have to agree – this one is a real beauty.

King Solomon and The Pomegranate

When King Solomon built the first holy temple in Jerusalem he used pomegranates to decorate the top of the two pillars in the main entrance known as the Yachin and Boaz.

The pomegranate in Jewish Jewelry is used in all forms, the most famous is the Silver Pomegranate Pendant beautifully designed to proclaim all of the pomegranate factors.
The pomegranate is also used many times to describe beauty, as in the Song of Songs written by King Solomon.
Another interesting fact said about the Pomegranate is that one who sees a pomegranate in his dream will have success in his business. (berachot 57a)
The pomegranate is also known to be very healthy and helps reduce the risk factors of heart disease.


Some Trivia information about The Menorah

One interesting aspect of the Menorah is the fact that it is the only vessel Moses struggled to build until God actually showed Moses a Menorah.
The menorah was also said to be created with three different designs: cups, knops and flowers carved out of one piece of gold.
One way to explain this unusual command is that each design represents a different type of person within the Jewish people representing need for unity among Jews.
In today’s Jewish world the menorah pendant is very unique as it represents unity and support to the state of Israel.

This fantastic cuff bracelet is a great piece of Jerusalem jewelry which not only is beautiful but is very meaningful as well. With Jerusalem being the eternal capital of the Jewish people for over 3,000 years, just wearing such a piece is enough to feel the deep connection to this holy city. It is said that ten measures of beauty were given to the world by G-d, and Jerusalem took nine of them – which of course anyone who has ever been to this unique city already knows.

The city is not only unique in its special stones and buildings – especially in the old city. It is a city with a fantastic rare atmosphere. The combination of old and new, religious and secular and the different religions found there is a great part of the reason why so many people from all over the world seek to visit this city.

Jerusalem Of Gold

So with Jerusalem being so historical and modern, with a long history spanning three millenniums, it is clear why wearing a jewel with Jerusalem of Gold on it gives a special feeling. Looking at the cuff bracelet, a person can’t help but feel the bond and yearning to this holy capital. So the next time you are searching for that special rare jewel, for yourself or for your loved ones, you will definitely hit the jackpot with this marvelous silver & gold Jerusalem of Gold cuff bracelet.

There is a special obligation of beautifying mitzvoth to prove we enjoy fulfilling the mitzvoth, it is especially felt when referring to the Talit, some add silver squares to beautify it others turn to Jewish Jewelry so they can fulfill this commandments.

The Talit is a four cornered garment made in all sizes to fit anyone interested in wearing this traditional garment, at each of the four corners there Is a hole through which four wool strings are thread and folded in half to create eight strings.  These eight strings together with the five knots made at the top of the strings represent the 613 Mitzvoth commandments the Jewish nation is obligated to keep, this is one of the reasons the Talit is worn every day so it will remind the Jewish person wearing it of all the laws he is obliged to.

The Mitzvah of the Talit Clips

The Rabbis of the Talmud taught us that one who fulfils this mitzvah (commandment) carefully to perfection will merit that during the time of messiah he will have 2800 servants serving him.
By adding a beautiful Talit clip one can beautify his Talit and fulfill this unique Mitzvah, one of the most famous designs is the Jerusalem Talilt clips made of Sterling silver and a gorgeous 14k gold skyline of Jerusalem soldered on it this is a great gift for a Bar Mitzvah boy and a unique souvenir from the holy land with the holy city’s skyline.

The Dove Of Peace-A Piece of Work

One of the most original Dove of Peace Pendants found in the market today is a stunning piece by YANIV, the extremely talented and master of contemporary design.
His brilliant creation of combining a Star of David  with the Dove of Peace forms a unique Dove of Peace Star of  David Pendant into an extraordinary art form.
The Dove of Peace Star of  David Pendant is a symbol of harmony between history and the modern era. You can look for more Jewish Jewelry with the dove of peach on our online store.

The Next Chapeter

The next chapter starts: “And it came to pass at the time, that Judah went down from his brothers”.

This implying he was demoted from his position. In the desert each tribe had its own flag, Judas flag was inscribed with a lion. This based on Jacobs blessing Judah is a lion’s cub.

Judah was compared to a lion thanks to his noble behavior. First, regarding Joseph’s sale, Second, in the story of Tamar his daughter in law, suspected to be pregnant from adultery he judged her to be burnt she claimed her innocence by showing the staff, signet and cords saying to whom this belongs I am pregnant.
Judah acknowledged them and admitted to be the cause of her pregnancy. Once again showing his nobility and earning kingship.
Today the city of Jerusalem uses the Lion of Judah as its symbol, to resemble strength as the capital of Israel.
The Lion of Judah Pendant, expresses strength and nobleness as it is associated with Judah, the beginner of the Judean kingdom.
The classical lion of Judah pendant is 14k yellow gold featuring the beauty of the lion’s mane.

In ancient times men signed documents with rings, a mans ring was his personal identity and stamp, today by wearing a Lion of Judah Ring, one can spiritually connect to one of the most noble men of all times, Judah, the son of Jacob. Jewish Jewelry today expresses power, beauty and significance in one place, just like Mr. Judah.