Christmas Time In the Small Town of Hudson

Now...this is the way Christmas is supposed to be! I love it...beautiful snowfall coming down, shoppers rushing home with their presents! My wife and I love to decorate the Gold Mine for Christmas...notice in the picture to toy soldiers we have affectionately named "Hanz and Franz"! It seems that even with all the stress of the recession, people still are shopping, still having a good time and yes, things do seem to be turning around for the economy and what better time for it to do so than at Christmas?

I consider myself most fortunate to be able to help celebrate my customer's important milestone events in their lives such as Christmas, weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, etc.....Burl Ive's sang about it in the hit song "Silver & Gold" and yes, silver and gold makes things brighter.

Thanks everyone for allowing me to play a small part in your life as your jeweler...its an honor I cherish and enjoy! Merry Christmas and I wish you a very Happy New Year!

Sincerely,

Bill Warren, Owner/Registered Gemologist
The Gold Mine
545 Main St.
Hudson, NC 28638
828-726-1009
http://www.hudsongoldmine.com/
goldman86@bellsouth.net

Christmas Time With Chamilia

Chamilia bead jewelry has certainly become a favorite Christmas gift this year! The beauty of their beads and the workmanship of their bracelet is second to none. Customers love the idea of building their very own bracelet or necklace with beads that celebrate life's special moments...and isn't that what jewelry is for anyway?

The bracelet pictured above is just one of many ideas that you, (yes you) can make yourself! Of course, our staff will be glad to offer suggestions and help you get started as well! Currently, we have over 500 different beads in stock such as: Italian murano glass beads, silver beads of all types and the popular "Disney Series" that only Chamilia offers!

We've also been asked if Chamilia beads fit other bracelet lines such as Pandora, Trollbeads, Personality, Halia...and the answer is Yes! Isn't it wonderful that you can accessorize your jewelry in this manner?

Stop by today for a look at what all the talk is about surrounding Chamilia jewelry!

Merry Christmas,
Bill Warren, Owner/Registered Gemologist
The Gold Mine
545 Main St.
Hudson, NC 28638
828-726-1009
www.hudsongoldmine.com
goldman86@bellsouth.net

The December birthstone "Blue Topaz" is derived from the word "Tapas" meaning fire. This was because the ancients thought this gem had cooling properties. Some have sad that it not only cooled boiling water when thrown in, but that it could also cool boiling tempers. The gemstone was also credited with many healing powers such as the ability to cure insanity (I need this one sometimes), asthma, weak vision and insomina. Some even thought the blue topaz to have magical powers rendering its wearer invisible in certain situations.

Pure topaz is colorless but due to certain elements, it can come in a variety of colors such as blue, pale green, red, yellow and pink. Topaz is often heat treated to give the various blue colors such as sky blue, swiss blue and the treasured london blue.

Topaz is found in the USA, Brazil, Sri Lanka, China and Mexico.

In researching this article, I found that the gift of blue topaz is a symbol of love and fidelity. Luckily, this cool gemstone has no legendary power to put out the burning flame of love!

Stop by during this Christmas season and check out our blue topaz selection as well as other wonderful gifts for your loved ones!

Sincerely,
Bill Warren, Registered Gemologist Appraiser & Owner
The Gold Mine
545 Main St.
Hudson, NC 28638
828-726-1009
www.hudsongoldmine.com