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A host of useful tips to tackle commonly asked questions about Si Dian Jin.
Get your partner to be the middleman. Let him know about this Chinese wedding tradition and have him ascertain his parents’ budget. It is also good for him to sound them out on whether they have specific requirements. Specifics like how many pieces they would like to gift within the budget, and whether the jewellery has to be a particular type of gold etc.
Si Dian Jin (四点金) — Translated to mean “4 Touches of Gold”, was traditionally a four-piece set of betrothal jewellery that consisted of a ring, bangle, necklace and a pair of earrings. The giving of Si Dian Jin is a Teochew tradition that is bestowed upon the new bride to welcome her into the new family and as a blessing for the newlywed.
Once overshadowed by its gleamingly brilliant cousin — diamonds — coloured gemstones are slowly rising in popularity and gaining a cult following. The world of coloured gems boast an incredible array of varieties and it is time we give them more credit.
Heirlooms are more than just old jewellery handed down to us. They are relics of love and vestiges of our family stories passed down for generations. In looking at family stories and heirlooms, we are particularly fond of telling Lyn and her mum's.
The co-founder of luxury online retailer, Reebonz – Daniel Lim, chose to pop the question in the middle of Sahara Desert over a private dinner. Surrounded by the vastness of the desert without a soul in sight, they shared a tender moment that belonged only to them.