Restoring Roman Glass Jewelry

A vacation is a wonderful time to pamper yourself – and/or your spouse – with a special and spectacular gift. How about Roman glass jewelry? It definitely makes a statement and will be a great reminder of that fabulous vacation you took together.

But what about caring for this delicate jewelry? We were recently contacted by Jane - a woman in quite desperate need for help. "I bought a Roman glass pendant on a cruise ship," she told us, "Somehow the color of the glass changed to an ugly shade. Is there a way to clean Roman glass jewelry, or is there a way to repair it?"

Most jewelers will tell you that if roman glass is damaged it can't be repaired, but this is only true in some of the cases. In fact, most jewelers will answer that "there's nothing to be done," because they actually don't know what needs to be done.

Because Roman glass is very delicate not many jewelers will know how to fix it. However, the jewelers who will know how to fix it are those who are located as near as possible to where the glass was found. And since roman glass is found widely in archeological excavations in Israel, the best place to have Roman glass jewelry fixed is at Baltinester jewelry in Jerusalem.

If you're debating about cleaning Roman Glass Jewelry or fixing it, your best bet is to contact Baltinester. Send a digital photo of the damaged piece and we'll be happy to give you our expert opinion on whether or not the jewel can be fixed, and if it can be fixed - we'll be happy to fix it for you. Your jewel will be as good as new and you'll be able to wear it, in all it's brilliance – for many more years to come.

Baltinester's and the Light Rail

After years of planning, digging, building, and a whole lot of waiting – the light rail has finally come to Jerusalem. It passed right outside our Baltinester window!

If you've come to look for Jewish jewelry, Star of David pendants, or name necklaces at our store some time in the past four years or so, surely you've seen the mess. The main roads of Jerusalem have been dug up just about all over the city. Lanes moving from here to there, dust just about everywhere, pot holes --- I think we've said enough – you get the picture…

And so, finally after years of waiting, downtown Jerusalem is starting to look beautiful again. Zion square at the bottom of Ben Yehuda st. has gotten a face lift, trees have been planted, buildings have been sandblasted – We can honestly say that things are looking great again, just like the old days – just much much better!

Now is definitely the time to come visit us and get those gifts that are way overdue. Whether you are looking for Bat Mitzvah Jewelry, Kiddush cups, or handmade gold necklaces – because Jaffa road has its sidewalk back, your trip to Baltinester Jewelry will be a most pleasant one. Guaranteed.

Handmade Gold Bracelets

Here is an idea for a great gift: pick one of our Handmade Gold Bracelets next time you need a present for, well, just about any special woman in your life.

An even more special gift is a gold bangle, like the one in the picture above. The bangle definitely has presence but at the same time – it looks both delicate and stylish. The pattern engraved all around the bangle adds another dimension to the bangle making it a more interesting piece. Wear two or more at the same time and you'll add a little understated tinkle every time your hand moves.

The best thing about Handmade Gold Bracelets is that they're great for all women, from young to mature. Try it – it'll be a gift truly loved. Guaranteed.

Silver Name Pendants

You are looking for an unusual gift that is fairly priced, a gift that has added value on the one hand but that can be can personalized for that special recipient on the other hand. If this is what you have been searching for then Silver Name Pendants are a great choice for you.

The pendants available at Baltinester Bros. come in quite a variety of shapes: from heart shaped and Star of David pendants to Kartush, pomegranate, and Jerusalem pendants. The prices are fair as silver is less expensive than gold, although just are classic looking. And all these pendants can be personalized with the name of your choice. Look at this special pendant above: it has the name Elad (meaning "everlasting G-d") in gold letters, soldered on an old public-telephone token – known as an "Asimone" – that was used in Israel until the late '80s.

The best part about these Silver Name Pendants is that they are suitable for both boys and girls, depending on the style. These pendants make for a great Bar/Bat Mitzvah gift that will be cherished for many years to come!

Bat Mitzvah Jewelry

As the end of the school year draws near, quite a few Jewish girls of 11 years old are feeling kind of left out. Most of their classmates have already celebrated their Bat Mitzvahs and have received plenty of presents and Bat Mitzvah Jewelry. So why are these girls feeling so excluded?

The girls who are upset are those who will be turning 12 during summer vacation. One of these girls, Rachel, complained to her mother: "it's not fair! So many of my friends will be away this summer – they'll miss my Bat Mitzvah party." What Rachel didn't say out loud is that she'll get less presents than she would have gotten had her Bat Mitzvah celebration been during the school year. If you are female and you have a summer birthday – you probably know how Rachel is feeling.

At Baltinester Bros. you can order Bat Mitzvah Jewelry in advance and we'll send it to that special girl just in time for her party this summer. Together we can make sure that the summer birthday girls aren't left out, especially on this very important occasion of their Bat Mitzvah.

Ancient Coin Jewelry

Have you been wracking your brain trying to find a special gift for a special someone? Are you feeling like you have exhausted every single possibility you could think of? Looking for something unique but can't find it in the sea of gifts available today? We have the perfect solution for you: buy a piece of Ancient Coin Jewelry as a gift.

These jewels are seriously exceptional. Each piece is delicately handmade by a master craftsman and set with an ancient bronze coin. How ancient? two thousand year old ancient. The coins were all found during archeological excavations in the Holy Land. After being cleaned by experts, they made their way to artists' workshops and transformed into beautiful jewelry.

Our selection of Ancient Coin Jewelry consists of rings, pendants, bracelets, and cufflinks, making them perfectly suited for both men and women. These jewels are indeed one of a kind. You couldn't have asked for a more exclusive gift than this. They are guaranteed to "wow" everybody around.

Lion of Judah Ring

The Lion of Judah is a well known and very popular symbol. Where does it come from? It comes from the biblical blessing that Jakob (Yaakov) gave his sons before he died. To Judah, Jakob said: "…You are a Lion's cub Judah… Like a lion he crouches and lies down, like a lioness--who dares to rouse him?" (genesis 49:9)

Ever since then, throughout history, the lion has been not only a symbol of the tribe of Judah and of extraordinary bravery, but also a symbol of leadership. Judah was the one to intervene on behalf of Benjamin in Egypt, Judah was the tribe who led the Israelites in the desert, and Judah was the tribe of King David and the tribe of the Messiah that has yet to come.

Many artists have used this lion as an artistic motif, and an inspiration for their woks of art. Our jewelers have done so too and created the above Lion of Judah 14K Gold Ring. This only one of the rings we have in our Judaica Gifts selection for you to choose from. Come visit us and pick the one that's perfect for you!