Saturday, April 12, 2008

Status in Texas Jewelry

Many people view their jewelry as somewhat of a status symbol. They feel that their jewelry will speak to others about who they are and possibly even how much money that they have left to throw around. In reality, this perception that others get from the jewelry that you wear is not entirely accurate. However, many in Texas like to take advantage of this perception of the gold jewelry that they wear.

Gold in Texas has long been perceived as being worth a lot of money. Thus those who wear a lot of jewelry will give off the perception that they have a lot of money. Some people like to make others think that they are rich and have money. Others do not like to give off a false impression but are not willing to give up the gold jewelry that they wear. Regardless of whether or not they intend to give the impression that they have money, there are those who will think it.

Having a preference for gold in Texas does not mean that you can afford to buy the jewelry that you desire. Many who prefer this type of jewelry cannot afford to purchase it and may be forced to seek out an alternative. For many of these people, silver jewelry may be the only alternative that they can afford but it does not offer the same look. Finding gold plated sterling silver jewelry to wear instead of spending all of the extra money on the pure jewelry instead. Sterling silver jewelry is much cheaper and this alternative offers the same look people desire.

The desire for the look of gold in Texas can be very powerful. With the state of the economy, many people can no longer afford the more expensive jewelry. They will need to find alternatives to achieve the same look they desire while spending less money.
By Andre Zayas

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