We hate expensive!
This is a nice ad clip for a German electronics store: Saturn, about the evolution of technology. In few words the translation of the text is … The selection was difficult, but now it is here. The best technology of all time. Mercilessly cheap.
Everything about diamonds
– they are about 4 billion years old, more than 600 times than our oldest ancestor.
– the diamonds are purely made off, for all their rarity, from one of the most familiar element on earth: carbon.
– carbon is formed in the core of dying Red Giants; when the stars explodes, they fling billions of tons of carbon into space.
– diamonds were found in South Africa in the 19th century; hundreds of thousands have been mined there.
– the word diamond came from the ancient Greek word „adamas” meaning „unconquerable” or „invincible”.
– the world’s first synthetic diamond was produced, after 5 years of attempts and millions of dollars, by General Electric which succeded in 1955.
– there are several traits which does not affect a diamond’s value; theese are: cleavage planes, natural weak spots in diamonds. But there are few which does affect, and theese are: color, clarity, carat weight and cut.
– the first diamond wedding ring proposal was in the year of 1477; the Archduke Maximillian of Austria gave the first recorded diamond wedding ring to Mary of Burgundy.
Playing with colors
Playing with colors: Music, colors, coordination and a great show. Enjoy!
Mahout and an Elephant. India
The word mahout comes from the Hindi words mahaut and mahavat, derivatives of the Sanskrit word mahamatra, meaning „[one] having great measure”. In India especially Kerala, mahout use three types of device to control elephants: Thotti (hook) which is 3.5 feet in length and 3 inches thick, Valiya kol (long pole) which is 10.5 feet in length and 5.5 inches in thickness and cheru kol (short pole). But as you can see in the picture here, the man’s care and love is better than any device.
Unique collection of diamonds
Excuse me guys, it’s not Valentine’s, it’s not even my birthday … I don’t know what urge made me bring you today this article about the most beautiful rocks on the planet and the best friends of the girls – the diamonds – but enjoy theese beauties: These seven diamonds are among the most rare and valuable in the world. They are being displayed together for the first and only time through the collaborative efforts of the Smithsonian Institution, The Steinmetz Group, and the Gemological Institute of America.
Glow brick
Glow-in-the-dark light bulb trapped in a solid acrylic brick / designed by Alvaro Catalan De Ocon
Recharges from energy in natural light during the day. Glows at night. Made with a real light bulb! 85X85X105mm
The most beautifull lighthouses in the world
In my opinion one of the most aesthetically brilliant lighthouses you’ll find, the stark white knarrarós lighthouse was built in 1938 and is the tallest building in southern Iceland at 86ft. perched on top of a white base, the building is surrounded by grass, the color contrast just adding to its mystical appearance. The light is still active and flashes for a 3 second period every 1/2 minute.
Money box
Emergency Break Glass Money Box designer Becky Miller; It’s a hard time and saving money should be everybody’s priority. Add coins at your own risk: only by smashing the glass can they be retrieved. As you watch your money literally build up, you will be torn between the desire to save more or cash in. With money rapidly disappearing into plastic cards and online transactions, the physical presence of „In Case of Emergency” money box will make you think more carefully before you decide to splash out. What will be your moment of need?
A diary for you to record 100 year
A 100 year diary for you to record the events of a lifetime. It is designed by SUCK UK. It will help you to remember the special moments you will never want to forget, the people you have loved, the friends you have made, the places where you have lived and those you have travelled to. You can record your achievements as well as your skills, make a note of favourite films, books, music, people and write down all your ambitions and things you want to do before you die. A map of the world and one of your body is included and can be filled in as you choose. Every year you can write about what important things are happening in your life and include photos and memorabilia. If you are too young to fill it in right now someone else can fill it in for you, things like your first steps, first words and first day at school … This is the story of your life, treasure it always.
Say „I Love You” with silver candy!
Love Hearts Sweet, a perfect replica of the classic sweet. Say „I Love You” with silver candy! Remember playing kiss chase in the playground? Remember stuffing your face with Love Heart sweets in your formative years? Brings back those warm a fuzzy feeling doesn’t it. Well now you can spread the love with our grown up version of the classic romantic candy! Neatly packaged in a simple box, the perfect token of affection. Designed by SUCK UK.