Mini Metals
Mini Metals
Jewelry Part 1 - the Mini History
Since the dawn of time, various civilizations have used various adornments to symbolize beauty, fashion, status, possession, culture, belonging, magical powers, mood, and faith – especially in warding off evil. Amazing isn’t it? It’s likely that you may have not given that much thought to the trinket other than as its role as an accessory to your new wardrobe.
Traditional ornaments for the body were made of seeds, twigs, berries, leather, ivory, shells, horn, bone, feathers, and various other findings amongst the landscape. Found objects in the day of primitive man were considered very precious and were worn and showcased on the body as prized possessions, although the jewelry so created was very organic in its construction. Stories were told and memories were cast between all the little findings woven together in full circle – quite a mesmerizing concept.
Over time, as religion started to play a greater role in historical civilizations, jewelry espoused one’s convictions and belief system and began to take on a deeper symbolic role – that still exists today. Think about how many times you’ve seen someone with a religious symbol strewn on a simple chain dangling as a pendant. Precious stones were thought to contain certain protective powers and curative properties (both of which are still believed by many today) and precious metals were connected with worship. Thus, composition of jewelry became a little more sophisticated and pursuant to that its scope of placement on the body broadened. Hence we saw earrings, hair jewelry, rings, etc. Eventually jewelry in the role of functionality blossomed – like the watch or the belt or barrettes for example, and so was born the category of accessories! Stay tuned for more on that one!
Today, jewelry still holds most if not all of its original values. The artists that create it have such a wonderful and monumental task of ensuring it is represented in the most expressive way – a real tribute to it evolution and meaning to man.
About the Author
Vandana operates a site called www.BodyBlingOnline.com which carries a wonderful array of one of a kind or Limited Edition handcrafted REAL jewelry and accessories from artisans around the world. Proceeds are reinvested into the livelihoods of these deserving artisans.
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CMW Classic Metal Works HO Scale Greyhound Bus Dallas NIP |  |
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US $17.95 | 8h 34m |
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Classic Metal Works N Scale P I E IH R 190 32 Covered | |
0 Bid | US $12.81 | 10h 34m |
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Classic Metal Works N Scale NYC 1954 Ford F 350 Utility | |
1 Bid | US $11.81 | 10h 42m |
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LOT OF N SCALE TRAIN LAYOUT ACCESSORIES | |
4 Bids | US $11.50 | 13h 2m |
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48719 MARKLIN HO Heavy Duty Flat Car Set NEW | |
0 Bid | US $109.99 | 14h 15m |
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Classic Metal Works HO Mini Metals 1954 Ford F350 Union | |
0 Bid | US $11.81 | 14h 18m |
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N Scale CMW Classic Metal Works Mini Metal 1959 Ford Fairlane Taxi | |
0 Bid | US $5.55 | 14h 38m |
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N Scale CMW Classic Metal Works Mini Metal 1967 Ford Custom 500 Taxi | |
0 Bid | US $4.95 | 14h 39m |
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N Scale CMW Classic Metal Works Mini Metal Green 67 Chevrolet Impala Taxi | |
0 Bid | US $4.95 | 14h 40m |
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N Scale CMW Classic Metal Works Mini Metal 1959 Ford Fairlane Police Cruiser | |
0 Bid | US $5.55 | 14h 43m |
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N Scale CMW Classic Metal Works Mini Metal 1959 Blue White 2 Tone Ford Fairlane | |
0 Bid | US $4.95 | 14h 44m |
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N Scale CMW Classic Metal Works Mini Metal 1959 Black Ford Fairlane | |
0 Bid | US $4.95 | 14h 45m |
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N Scale Custom Green 1959 Ford Fairlane Mini Metal by Classic Metal Works | |
0 Bid | US $2.95 | 14h 46m |
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N Scale Classic Metal Works Mini Metal 1941 Blue Plymouth Coupe | |
0 Bid | US $4.95 | 14h 56m |
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N Scale CMW Classic Metal Works Mini Metal 1954 Carnation Ice Cream Reefer | |
0 Bid | US $5.25 | 14h 57m |
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CMW MINI METALS 53 FORD VICTORIA | |
4 Bids | US $20.00 | 15h 20m |
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CMW MINI METALS 58 CHEVROLET IMPALA | |
3 Bids | US $17.16 | 15h 22m |
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CMW MINI METALS 55 CHEVROLET BELAIR | |
1 Bid | US $5.00 | 15h 26m |
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CMW MINI METALS 53 WHITE 3000 FUEL DELIVERY TRUCK | |
1 Bid | US $5.00 | 15h 29m |
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CMW MINI METALS 58 CHEVY CORVETTE RED | |
1 Bid | US $5.00 | 15h 34m |
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CMW MINI METALS 58 CHEVY CORVETTE BLACK | |
2 Bids | US $12.52 | 15h 36m |
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CMW MINI METALS 61 CHEVROLET IMPALA | |
3 Bids | US $12.52 | 15h 39m |
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CMW MINI METALS 48 FORD DELIVERY TRUCK | |
4 Bids | US $19.52 | 15h 42m |
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CMW MINI METALS 61 CHEVY IMPALA RED | |
2 Bids | US $7.05 | 15h 44m |
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CMW MINI METALS 70 CHEVY CHEVELLE SS | |
0 Bid | US $3.00 | 15h 47m |
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Woodland Scenic Details HO Scale Tucker Brothers Machin | |
0 Bid | US $24.81 | 16h 38m |
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N Scale CMW Classic Metal Works Mini Metal 51 Ford F1 REA Stake Bed Truck RARE | |
3 Bids | US $15.50 | 21h 34m |
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Classic Metal Works N Santa Fe 1954 Ford F 350 Utility | |
0 Bid | US $11.81 | 23h 50m |
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Southern Pacific Tank Car form High Speed Metal Products PR000102480375 | |
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US $15.50 | 1d 7m |
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Classic Metal Works N 1954 Ford F 700 Fuel Truck Citie | |
0 Bid | US $14.81 | 1d 48m |
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Classic Metal Works N 1954 Ford F 350 Pickup Sheridan | |
0 Bid | US $14.81 | 1d 1h 20m |
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Classic Metal Works N Scale PRR 1954 Ford F 350 Utility | |
0 Bid | US $14.81 | 1d 1h 41m |
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HO TRAIN RTR MINI METALS 1978 CHEVROLET IMPALA FIRE CHIEF CAR MINT | |
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US $7.99 | 1d 2h 47m |
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N SCALE TRAIN RTR 2 PK MINI METALS INTERNATIONAL EXPRESS VAN NICKEL PLATE MINT | |
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US $9.99 | 1d 2h 47m |
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Metal Works N Scale Wayne Feeds White Super Power Tract | |
0 Bid | US $12.81 | 1d 2h 49m |
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HEINZ 57 boxcar 407 BOSTON STYLE BEANS HO scale printed reefer sides | |
0 Bid | US $.99 | 1d 4h 13m |
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HEINZ 57 boxcar 440 INDIA RELISH HO scale printed reefer sides | |
0 Bid | US $.99 | 1d 4h 13m |
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HEINZ 57 boxcar 481 SWEET PICKLED ONIONS HO scale printed reefer sides | |
0 Bid | US $.99 | 1d 4h 13m |
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HEINZ 57 boxcar 457 PURE CIDER VINEGAR HO scale printed reefer sides | |
0 Bid | US $.99 | 1d 4h 13m |
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HEINZ 57 boxcar 312 CHOW CHOW TOMATO KETCHUP HO scale printed reefer sides | |
0 Bid | US $.99 | 1d 4h 13m |
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HEINZ 57 boxcar 400 SCOTCH BROTH HO scale printed reefer sides | |
0 Bid | US $.99 | 1d 4h 13m |
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HEINZ 57 boxcar 302 PICKLED WALNUTS HO scale printed reefer sides | |
0 Bid | US $.99 | 1d 4h 13m |
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HEINZ 57 boxcar 450 MOCK TURTLE SOUP HO scale printed reefer sides | |
0 Bid | US $.99 | 1d 4h 13m |
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HEINZ 57 boxcar 444 SPAGHETTI HO scale printed reefer sides | |
0 Bid | US $.99 | 1d 4h 13m |
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HEINZ 57 boxcar 410 RED KIDNEY BEANS HO scale printed reefer sides | |
0 Bid | US $.99 | 1d 4h 13m |
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N Scale Mini Metals International R 190 Red Flat Bed Truck | |
0 Bid | US $4.99 | 1d 4h 34m |
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MODELTEC MAGAZINE 1987 DEC BILL CLOTHIERS MOGUL | |
0 Bid | US $6.99 | 1d 6h |
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N Mini Metals White Super Power Refrigerated Vans box truck 2 pack Kraft Food | |
0 Bid | US $9.99 | 1d 7h 39m |
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N Mini Metals 32 Aero Van Trailer set 2 pack Cooper Jarrett Inc NIB | |
0 Bid | US $9.99 | 1d 7h 43m |
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N Mini Metals White Super Power Delivery Vans box truck 2 pack Nabisco Food | |
0 Bid | US $9.99 | 1d 7h 47m |
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MINI MOVERS FIRE ENGINE FOR HO SCALE LAYOUT NEW | |
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US $10.00 | 1d 8h 52m |
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Z Scale Z Gauge Marklin US 4 Ax Steel Open Wagon North Western Mint | |
2 Bids | US $5.04 | 1d 9h |
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N Scale Classic Metal Works Mini Metals 54 Ford Delivery Truck Morrell Meats | |
1 Bid | US $5.95 | 1d 11h 13m |
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N Scale Classic Metal Works Mini Metal 54 Ford F 350 Pennsyvania RR utility p u | |
2 Bids | US $6.26 | 1d 11h 14m |
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N Scale Classic Metal Works Mini Metals 67 Ford Fire Chief car | |
1 Bid | US $2.95 | 1d 11h 16m |
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Classic Metal Works Mini Metals N 53 White Tractor in green | |
1 Bid | US $1.99 | 1d 11h 19m |
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Classic Metal Works Mini Metals N 53 White Tractor in red | |
1 Bid | US $1.99 | 1d 11h 21m |
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N Scale Classic Metal Works Mini Metals 41 Plymouth Coupe Green | |
1 Bid | US $5.50 | 1d 11h 23m |
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N Scale Classic Metal Works Mini Metals 41 Plymouth Coupe Blue | |
1 Bid | US $5.50 | 1d 11h 24m |
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N Scale Classic Metal Works Mini Metals Intl Santa Fe RR Express Delivery Van | |
1 Bid | US $4.95 | 1d 11h 26m |
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N Scale Classic Metal Works Mini Metals Intl R 190 Atlantic Pacific Del Van | |
1 Bid | US $5.95 | 1d 11h 29m |
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Early 60s Limousine for N or HO layouts NEAT See LARGE photos | |
0 Bid | US $6.95 | 1d 11h 38m |
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MINI CHEFS EXPRESSwith a real 4 6 4 SMOKING LOCOMOTIVE | |
0 Bid | US $119.99 | 1d 13h 3m |
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37331 Marklin HO E LOCO CL 3600 CFL DIGITAL NEW | |
0 Bid | US $279.99 | 1d 13h 27m |
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46775 MARKLIN HO District Inspectors KLV 04 Gang Car | |
0 Bid | US $39.99 | 1d 13h 27m |
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37607 MARKLIN HO TEE Diesel Powered Rail Car Train 2011 | |
0 Bid | US $899.99 | 1d 13h 27m |
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