Perhaps not…but we have the next best thing.

Vintage Horseshoe Jewelry

As close as your wrist, you can have the iconic symbol of horses: This horseshoe bracelet , featuring a great Art Deco look, set with two coral cabochons and 8 seed pearls — gold and gems combined and shining with that distinctive luster that only age can give. Despite its great age, this piece is timeless: it will slide seamlessly into your horse jewelry collection, suitable for the office, classroom, or church — anywhere you want that look of effortless elegance and personal style.

Horseshoe jewelry is also popular in necklaces and pendants form. A particular favorite is this amazing 14K gold horseshoe, whip and stirrup pendant. This piece is from an original antique mold, connecting you with the timeless tradition of horse jewelry and connecting you with the great horses of old — both from history and from your personal life. An exceptional charm or pendant with a deco feel featuring a horseshoe, a hunting whip and a stirrup with leathers.

Horseshoe charms are available with the shoe pointed down, such as we see in this piece, or with the shoe pointed up, like a U. If you’re buying this horse jewelry as a gift, you may want to find out if the recipient is superstitious: some folks believe that a horse shoe pointed up is the best kind of good luck charm!

That’s good news for lovers of diamond horse jewelry. A dazzling array of pieces, from elegant estate treasures to contemporary masterpieces, is waiting for you.

How Is Buying Diamond Horse Jewelry Different From Buying Diamond Jewelry?

The Gemological Institute of America has some great resources to help you buy diamonds. There, you will learn about the 4 C’s of a diamond: the Carat, the Color, the Clarity, and the Cut. Diamonds can vary tremendously in quality, so you want to make sure you’re educated about what you’re buying!

When selecting pieces for your horse jewelry collection, you’ll notice several things.  First, rather than focusing on one large stone, as you often see in engagement rings, many horse jewelry pieces make use of several smaller diamonds.  That’s what has been done on this exquisite 14K Gold Majestic Stallion Horse Head Pendant Diamonds are used, to great effect,to highlight the bridle — check out the sapphire bit! That type of detail speaks not only to the jeweler’s art, but a great understanding of horses.

A great understanding of what riders value also makes for great jewelry.  Look at the Rider’s Ring on the left: a vintage piece from 1907, this ring features the low profile and a pierced gallery, guaranteeing the air flow you need to avoid the dreaded sweaty hand syndrome, in and out of the saddle! Stunningly beautiful, this 18k gold ring has three .30ctw rubies (July’s birthstone, if you’re looking for a perfect gift!) and two old, round mine-cut diamonds.

But you don’t have to be a jewelry designer to tell your life story with jewelry.  You can convey the tale of your life with the jewelry you wear!

For example, take this piece, which we’re calling The Ultimate Rider’s Charm Bracelet. At first glance, it’s immediately apparent to even the most casual observer that the wearer loves horses.  Look at the horseshoe charm, and the finely detailed horse head.  Closer examination reveals more: the gloves, boots, and hat that speak to hours preparing for the show arena, the training, the grooming, the nerves fluttering like so many wayward butterflies in your stomach.  And of course, the show ribbon — and who couldn’t use a little good luck, delivered in the form of a four leaf clover?

Selecting jewelry that tells a story is an intensely personal process.  You want to think carefully about what’s important to you, and then take the time to really browse through all of your options. It’s possible to be fashion forward and still very individual: Charm Jewelry is one great option. A golden wheelbarrow might remind you of wonderful days working in the barn, or a childhood when you were so excited just to be around the horses that you’d do anything — even muck stalls — simply to be there. It’s about YOUR memories, YOUR story, and YOUR look.  So don’t delay: start telling your story today!

Versatility is key here: this piece can be worn as a pin — gracing the lapel of a blazer — or as a pendant, paired with a gold chain to add sparkle and elegance to any outfit. Amazing detail work in bright white gold accents the leathers that form the circular edge of this piece, the perfect note of whimsy.

The horse’s eyes are sapphire , the bright blue gem beloved by many and a perpetual holiday favorite. Look at the energy and spirit of the horse, rendered in yellow gold.  The mane is fluttering in the wind, the ears forward and alert: here is a horse ready for adventure, eager for the day’s challenges.  You’ll feel good just having this pin on: such vitality uplifts everyone who sees it!

At 1.5 inches high and 1.25 inches across, this is a bold piece, ready to make an impression.  Imagine her face as she opens that gift box and sees this shining there! This is a unique piece, for the unique horsewoman — someone not content with the run of the mill ordinary jewelry found in any chain jewelers!  After all, your passion for horses and life long love of all things equine is your individual passion: why not have horse jewelry that is just as unique and one of a kind?

For the horse jewelry collector, this piece could proudly serve as the centerpiece or focal point of any collection. High quality craftsmanship, museum level sculptural detail, and the best of modern technique and classical design can be yours — but you’ll have to act soon if you want it in time for Christmas. This piece comes from England, home of the proud racing tradition, and requires a few weeks delivery time.  Don’t delay if you want to be the one to present the most amazing horse jewelry ever this Christmas!

When a horsewoman hears Egyptian, she automatically thinks Arabian: the fabled fiery temperment, fine breeding, and ancient bloodlines, each and every horse connected to the legendary horses that ran over the sands of time.

This pendant captures that mystery and intrigue.  A bold statement for the horsewoman who appreciates the best.  A full inch across, the dimensional sculpting of this piece adds depth and intricacy: the small diamond accent provides the perfect amount of shine.

If you’re an art lover, you might just recognize J.F. Herring’s work here.  This pendant was inspired by one of the countless works he did for Her Royal Highness, the Duchess of Kent — although it may date slightly later, when he was appointed animal painter for Her Royal Majesty, Queen Victoria.  Rendered her in heavy gold, the beauty that once graced royalty’s drawing rooms can now be your own treasure.

A one of a kind piece.  Not to be missed, especially if your love for your horses is as eternal as the pyramids themselves!

Celebrate the fun with your wardrobe choices: share the love of horses by selecting jewelry that commemorates the good times. The Hoofprints on Your Heart Bracelet is a great example. Extravagantly cheerful, this personalized bracelet features sterling silver charms: there’s a horse charm, a hunt cap charm, a charm that is an exquisitely detailed rider’s boot, a horseshoe charm, and a “Hoofprints on Your Heart” charm. Pale green and pale pink crystal beads add some fun color and splash to a bracelet that’s tied into fall’s hottest trends.

What do you need to know about fun horse jewelry?

Fun horse jewelry is varied: you can find fun equestrian pieces in gold, silver, even platinum.  Beads, bangles, and charms play a huge role in making a piece fun. Personalization is essential for fun horse jewelry. This is particularly true if you’re shopping for the younger horse lover: These personalized sterling silver and woven leather bracelets are extremely popular among teenaged and young adult riders of both genders.

Fun horse jewelry means flash and flair: don’t shy away from bold style and glimmering gems.  Your horse jewelry collection should reflect every facet of your personality: this includes the cheerful, happy, upbeat side.  Be varied: look for fun horse necklaces, fun horse bracelets, exciting estate jewelry, and more!

The date? The very earliest days of the twentieth century.

The result? The flowering of the Art Noveau movement, thought by many to be one of the most aesthetically pleasing, elegant, attractive art styles humanity has ever conceived of.

With an emphasis on making art part of everyday life, introducing elements of grace and style into everything from household objects — ornamental vases, glassware, and furniture — to clothing and adornment, art nouveau truly changed how we view the world.

It’s no wonder that so many people are drawn to collecting art nouveau jewelry: for the horse lover, this easily translates into a passion for art nouveau horse jewelry.  Horses are, of course, beautiful in and of themselves: when you put their image into the hands of an artisan determined to represent them in the most elegant, graceful, stylish way possible, it’s a don’t miss combination.

There are two ways to build an art nouveau horse jewelry collection.  You can collect authentic, antique art nouveau pieces, such as the fob pendant shown here.  Take note of the long, elegant lines shown — the horses bridles are perfectly detailed.  You can almost feel the wind pushing through their manes!

Another option, especially attractive to those just starting a horse jewelry collection, is to seek out modern pieces rendered in an art nouveau style.  Fashions wax and wane: art nouveau goes through a renaissance every few decades; generally in response to troubling economic or social times.  Small wonder: when you’re feeling down one of the best ways to lift your spirits is to surround yourself with beauty.  Art Nouveau horse jewelry certainly delivers that!

Finding jewelry that commemorates your love of hunting and jumping can be difficult. How can mere gold — or in this case, sterling silver — truly express the passion, the beauty, the elegance and power of the the bond between horse and rider?

One must choose carefully!  In this case, good things come in small packages: in a pendant just over a half-inch square, we see the alert ears, eagerly pointed toward the next obstacle.  Intricate detail work reveals the braided mane, ready for the arena.  The bridle and reins are exquisitely worked, demonstrating the mechanism by which the pinnacle of equestrian perfection can be reached.

This stunning small pendant can also work on a charm bracelet. It is available in 14K gold as well as sterling silver, offering you a range of options. If you are on a team or ride with several other riders from the same stable, you can show your solidarity by all wearing the same charm!

You may also want to consider the sentimental appeal of a locket — particularly a locket that captures a horse perfectly in the moment, like this 14K Gold Dressage Horse Locket:

With elegant styling, exquisite craftsmanship, and a place for your favorite photograph of your horse (or sweetheart!) </a> this locket is the perfect accent to any outfit: as appropriate in the office as the showring, suitable for any occassion.  A sure favorite for the hunter/jumper fans!

The combination of silver and gold in one classic piece is very hot right now, speaking to the fashion forward equestrian!

This week, we’d like to focus on the free spirit: the creative, artistic types who are passionate about horses and have a unique individual flair.  These folks aren’t conventional: they want the one-of-a-kind piece that represents THEM.

Estate and heirloom horse jewelry is often the ideal choice for the free spirit.  Check out this pendant:

A large, hand-carved (and we know that hand made pieces are highly valued by creative individuals!) oval carnelian shell pendant features a reclining, dreamy-faced woman in repose next to a majestic rearing horse.  Look at the spirit and passion of the horse, coupled with the quiet, contented contemplation of the woman: is this not the perfect representation of the creative spirit in all its manifestations?

What’s nice about this piece is that it is versatile.  While it’s pictured here as a pendant, it’s also a pin: the bail folds down, allowing the cameo to be worn on a lapel, pinned on a jacket, accenting an outfit in a unique striking way.

If you’re a fan of Victorian jewelry this piece will resonate with you.  Classic, timeless styling hearkens back to an ideal time, when we were able to focus on what’s truly important, without all of the modern day distractions that keep us from what we truly love and value.  Slipping this pendant on can serve as a point of connection, serving as a tangible touchstone that reminds us of what we really, honestly are in our hearts.

When shopping for the free spirit, you want to look for pieces that are unique and one of a kind.  Focus on the beauty of the piece, and don’t sweat it if it’s not ‘trendy’ — your creative sweetheart or daughter doesn’t focus on the trend.  They want the piece that represents them — and what could make a more perfect gift than that piece of horse jewelry that honors their creative nature!

Equestrian jewelry can be the answer. Take this sterling silver dressage horsehead pendant, for example.  This is a piece of jewelry that demonstrates you know and honor her passion for her horse — not to mention the hours and dedication required to be a top notch rider.  By encasing the horsehead in a silver heart, you’re honoring the place of her passion– and demonstrating that you’re willing to share in that love.

An old saying says that the easiest way for a man to become sexier is to carry a handful of diamonds.  Now, we hate to argue with conventional wisdom, but we’ve found that the true way to become the man of her dreams involves presenting gifts that demonstrate understanding of who your sweetheart really is– as a person.  This sterling silver horsehead pendant is one way to do it — but if your love lives for the steeplechase or the show ring, the hunt or the trail ride, you’ll be sure to find the perfect piece here: http://www.equestrianjewelry.com/