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BlackHillsGoldSource, Landstroms Black Hills Gold on Pinterest

2013-03-29T10:20:00.000-06:00

What is Pinterest? Simply put, it's a photo-sharing website which implements a pin-board format to allow users to easily and quickly add photos and other media of their favorite things and organize them into categories, or pin-boards. You can also connect with other people and follow their pins or boards so that you have access to images and videos of fresh new things related to what you love.

Initially launched in March, 2010, Pinterest had acquired 10,000 users within its first nine months. And according to brandignity.com, as of March, 2013, it's estimated that Pinterest sees over 4 million unique daily visitors.

But the good news we wanted to mention here is that you can visit BlackHillsGoldSource on Pinterest and view and re-pin all of your favorite Black Hills Gold jewelry made by Landstroms!

Some of our more popular Pinterest boards:

Black Hills Gold Mothers Rings

Black Hills Gold Wedding Rings

But there are a number of other pins and boards for you to peruse, and we are adding more daily! Join Pinterest, visit us and start pinning your favorite Black Hills Gold today!

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Find BlackHillsGoldSource On Amazon

2013-02-11T12:38:00.003-07:00

Now you can shop for your favorite Black Hills Gold Jewelry on Amazon

For years you've been finding the best prices on the best selection of Landstroms Black Hills Gold and silver jewelry directly from our website at BlackHillsGoldSource.com. Well, now you can find nearly 800 of our most popular items right on Amazon.com

We know how convenient Amazon is - you can store multiple shipping addresses and multiple credit cards there. You can keep a wish list of all the items you're interested in all in one place, and you can keep track of all your purchases you make in one place.

After all, you can find just about anything on Amazon. Well now you can find the best selection of Landstroms Black Hills Gold jewelry at our Amazon Storefront!

Click here to shop for Landstroms jewelry on BlackHillsGoldSource's Amazon Storefront

Of course you'll get the same quality and same service whether you buy directly from us at http://www.BlackHillsGoldSource.com or from our Amazon Storefront. We know how convenient doing all your shopping on Amazon is and this just one more way for us to serve you better!

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Product Showcase: Landstrom's New Mens Black Hills Gold Watch

2013-01-05T08:05:00.001-07:00

Mens Landstroms Wrist Watch with Black Hills Gold Band - MWB9218-BLK-09249

Simplicity and style defines this new watch from Landstroms.

Traditionally, Landstroms mens and ladies watches feature Speidel's Twist-O-Flex expansion bands integrated with Landstrom's own watch band ends to create the exclusive watch bands that come with their Black Hills Gold watches. These watch band
ends are first cast in solid 10 karat gold and Landstroms then articulates them with 12 karat Black Hills Gold leaves and grapes and attaches the band to a particular watch dial to create a finished Black Hills Gold watch style.

Similarly, Landstrom's new MWB9218-BLK-09249 mens Black Hills Gold watch also features a Speidel Twist-O-Flex expansion band with ends made by Landstroms. What is different is that the watch band ends on this model are made from a brass base metal, instead of 10 karat gold, which is then powder-coated with black enamel.

After adding the traditional 12 karat leaves and grapes, and mounting a classic 09249 watch dial, two 12 karat gold leaves, quartz movement and a stainless steel back, the result is a striking Black Hills Gold watch at a fraction of the cost of the 10 karat gold models.

Visit our website to learn more about this mens wrist watch from Landstroms

With the cost of gold having risen significantly, we hope that this new watch will offer affordable options for men looking for a Black Hills Gold watch.

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Wear Your Silver Snowflake Jewelry!

2012-12-14T05:40:00.001-07:00

Across the west we've seen very little snow so far this season. In fact we've seen very little precipitation of any kind. According to forecasters with NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center back in October:

The western half of the continental U.S. and central and northern Alaska could be in for a warmer-than-average winter.

And so far they have been right.

A WHITE CHRISTMAS

Maybe if everyone puts on their favorite snowflake jewelry we can
persuade Mother Nature to send us a little moisture in the form of snow where we really need it, and when we would really like to see it - on Christmas!

What? You say you don't have any snowflake jewelry?

Well Landstroms may have just the item to cure that problem! Landstroms makes a number of shimmering sterling silver snowflake necklaces as well as matching earrings highlighted with 12 karat Black Hills Gold grape leaves. They also carry a line of darling little snowman necklaces and earrings as well.

While there's no guarantee that wearing snowflake jewelry is going to convince Mother Nature to cooperate, it's the spirit of the season that we want to covey to her. Let's give it our best!

Have a snowy and Merry Christmas, from Black Hills Gold Source

Miss Rodeo America Contestants  for the 2013 Crown

2012-11-30T08:37:00.002-07:00

It's almost December and it's time once again for the Miss Rodeo America Pageant.

The 31 contestants for the 2013 Miss Rodeo America crown have been selected and the competition and festivities are set to begin on December 4th at the MGM Grand
Hotel in Las Vegas.

The Miss Rodeo America Pageant is held each year by Miss Rodeo America, Inc., Pueblo, Colorado. The current State Rodeo Queens compete for the title of Miss Rodeo America by participating in a variety of challenges to determine qualities such as: appearance, horsemanship and personality.

According to missrodeoamerica.com:

"The Miss Rodeo America Pageant offers young women the opportunity to garner one of the richest experiences of their lives, while at the same time create solid foundations for their future endeavors. Lifelong friendships are made and many doors are opened—to all competitors, as well as the young lady selected to wear the coveted crown."

Click here to see all of the 2013 contestants

It all wraps up on December 12th when reigning Miss Rodeo America 2012, MacKenzie Carr from Oregon crowns the new Miss Rodeo America with the priceless Landstroms tiara!

We wish the best to all contestants, especially Cassidy Cabot, Miss Rodeo Colorado and Courtney Peterson, Miss Rodeo South Dakota! Good luck!

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Overwhelmed with Christmas Preparations?

2012-11-19T10:05:00.001-07:00

HOLIDAY PREPARATIONS

Wrapping paper needs to be purchased, food and dinner plans need to be made. Invitations to family and friends need to be prepared and sent out. Christmas cards need to be written and mailed in time, as do gift packages that need to go across the country…

MAKE IT EASY ON YOURSELF

Make this year’s Christmas a little less stressful and buy your jewelry gifts online. BlackHillsGoldSource.com is ready to take your orders 24/7 through the Holidays. Browse their comprehensive collection of Black Hills Gold jewelry made by Landstroms.

Go to the website

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

And when you’ve found your pieces, simply order online. They'll ship your gift to you, or directly to your loved one anywhere in the country, as well as internationally.

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The Change Of Seasons Is Here

2012-10-23T10:32:00.000-06:00

It’s late October. Some of us feel a certain rush to still get a couple of things accomplished before winter breaks in. The yard needs to be cleaned up, a couple of paint jobs need to be done, the garden needs winterizing, the lawn cut one more time, the sprinklers blown out.

But then some of us experience a most beautiful, warm, sunny Fall, and we want to get away, go on our last camping trip, get out of town. There is just so much to do. Well, it’s important to remember to slow down, take a
breather and actually enjoy the beautiful time. When the wind blows down my street and like to watch the colorful leaves fly through the air. Their time has definitely come. The colors are gorgeous!

I guess the leaves are what makes me like Black Hills Gold jewelry since the pink and green leaves are used on pretty much every piece of Black Hills Gold. This one is one of my favorites, Landstroms Black Hills Gold Bracelet with Leaf Triplets - 07049:

I just love the three leaves on this bracelet, but there are so many more models, I don't know which to choose! Check it out here: http://www.blackhillsgoldsource.com/product/bracelet-07049

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It's almost October so it's time for some Rose Zircon!

2012-09-20T07:51:00.000-06:00

While the American Gem Society recognizes both the Opal and Pink Tourmaline as the official genuine birthstones of October, lab - created* Rose Zircon is a brilliant stone which offers a less expensive alternative.

Being a fairly hard stone, Rose Zircon can be faceted and polished to a brilliant luster, and has superb clarity with few inclusions, making it a perfect choice for birthstone jewelry.

With October just around the corner, why not treat your self to this beautiful pair of Rose Zircon earrings made by Landstroms-? These earrings are made from .925 sterling silver and feature winding silver grapevines surrounding 10x5 millimeter Rose Zircon stone.

Topped off by 12 karat pink and green Black Hills Gold leaves, these earrings offer the best quality gold on silver craftsmanship available. Find them online at: http://www.blackhillsgoldsource.com/product/silver-rose-zircon-earrings-er968pdss-310

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Spoil Yourself This Summer with Black Hills Gold Jewelry

2012-07-23T17:57:00.000-06:00

While winter is mostly a time for dormancy and rest, summer is all about having fun, getting outdoors and spending more waking hours living our lives. Whether we choose to enjoy summer hanging out on the beach catching a tan, picnicking with friends and family, or getting out and sipping cocktails in the evenings, we all long for this wonderful time of year for our own reasons. And when those cold winter
days return, we can still bring ourselves back to those wonderful feelings of summer with our amazing minds. Sights, sounds and smells of summer all come back as you close your eyes and imagine.

AWARENESS

The more you notice during these beautiful summer days - the more you observe, from the smell of freshly mowed grass to the sounds of the birds chirping to the feeling of the warm breeze blowing the tufts in your sun skirt - the easier it will be this winter to conjure them up and bring them back. If you're a fashionista, or just love to wear jewelry, a captivating hummingbird or butterfly necklace will certainly help bring those images of summer back when you slip it around your neck and feel it's golden summer's glow. But the time to etch those wonderful summer images into our minds is now, before the season of summer passes on to Fall!

SUMMER STYLES

Whether you are going out with the girls for a sizzling summer night on the town, or just enjoying a relaxing afternoon with some friends, it is always good to have some new gold jewelry to show off. Earrings are perhaps the most popular choice along with ankle bracelets and necklaces, but another extremely popular choice is toe rings which are ideal to wear with flip flops and sandals. At BlackHillsGoldSource, we carry a delightful selection of jewelry for summer, from darling hummingbird necklaces to lovely butterfly earrings - even jewelry with dragonflies, dolphins, horses and more. Our summertime jewelry will help etch the wonderful feeling of summer into your mind.

If you're interested in putting a little more flair into your summer with a more noticeable piece, a butterfly bracelet or butterfly ring made from 925 sterling silver with signature 12 karat Black Hills Gold leaves will surely make your day shine.

LANDSTROMS, THE ORIGINAL BLACK HILLS GOLD

Steeped in tradition and history, Black Hills gold jewelry is the ideal choice for any occasion, especially to celebrate the change of season. Each piece is exquisitely handmade and created to bring out the best in you. You can wear these pieces with pride as you know that they have come from Landstroms, the oldest name in Black Hills Gold. Landstroms roots date back over one hundred years to 1878, during the historic times when the likes of Calamity Jane and Wild Bill Hickok roamed the streets of Deadwood in the Black Hills.

LASTING QUALITY

With vintage designs always coming back into fashion, you can be sure that these classic pieces will always be in style and give you years of wear. They can be passed down through generations as family heirlooms and retain the same flawless beauty and charm as they have today. Made in America since the 1800's, Landstroms Black Hills Gold jewelry is ideal to purchase as gifts for your family and friends as a wonderful keepsake.

All in all, summer is one of the best times to find that ideal memento or keepsake, and invest in some top notch jewelry such as Black Hills Gold. Visit: http://www.BlackHillsGoldSource.com

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BlackHillsGoldSource Independence Day Sale

2012-07-03T18:26:00.000-06:00

Save now at our store wide Independence Day Sale!

That's 15% off on over 1,000 pieces of Landstroms quality Black Hills Gold jewelry currently listed on our website. And this applies to sale items that are already marked down 10%.

This sale starts now and ends midnight on July 4th, 2012, so be sure to bookmark http://www.blackhillsgoldsource.com and return before Independence Day ends to make your purchase.

Meanwhile have a safe and enjoyable July 4th celebration!

Have a wonderful day!

2012-06-17T06:18:00.000-06:00

What to get Dad for Fathers Day

2012-06-06T14:36:00.001-06:00

Time to Give Back the Love

With father's day around the corner, it's about time for kids to give back for the all the love and support their father has given to them. It's one way of showing your appreciation to your dad for the unconditional love he has given to you no matter how hard the circumstances have been. Fathers are the ones who usually provide the financial support and the backbone of the family. He's the one who takes charge of everything and makes the final decision, and ultimately the one who will first put his life on the line for the rest of
the family. Father's Day is your opportunity to show him how much you love him; it's your turn to give your unconditional love and show how proud you are to have a father like him.

They don't show it, but Dad's love attention

Dads love it when their children give them presents. No matter how simple or big it is, it is still something that your father will be proud of. Considering your tight budget if you're a student, you still have a lot of choices. Your dad will definitely appreciate anything that you give him on Father's day whether it's a card with appreciative notes or any inexpensive gift item. And if you are employed and have the means to make a bit more expensive purchase, then why not try searching for items from online shops. There are many things that you can give to your dad, items that will certainly make him happy and more proud of you.

What to get Dad for Fathers Day?

What to get for Father's day? Well, try to think of your father's interests. Most Dads are into one sport or another... baseball is in full swing this time of year, so there's a timely opportunity. Most people enjoy music and with online music services such as Apple iTunes, finding something for him by his favorite artist is a snap. If you're really at a loss, you can even find a variety of gift cards at grocery stores these days, such as Barnes & Noble, a slew of different restaurants - I've even seen Amazon gift cards at the local supermarket. Heck, you can get anything at Amazon :)

However, if you really can't think of anything to give to him and don't want the somewhat impersonal feel of a gift card, perhaps an interesting jewelry item may be just what you're looking for. Your dad would surely appreciate at Black Hills Gold wristwatch or a ring. Father's may not be that picky when it comes to gifts but a special jewelry gift will definitely make their eyes light up with happiness. It could be one of your major purchases but it is definitely worth it. If this is something that may work for you, we are here to help. Visit www.blackhillsgoldsource.com to see our full line of jewelry items for Dad.

Obviously, Black Hills Gold isn't the only kind of jewelry out there. The most important thing is to get your father something memorable that he will treasure. After all, he will always do the same for you.

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Getting Engaged in the Spring and June Weddings

2012-05-23T09:35:00.000-06:00

What it is about Spring weddings that gets everyone so super excited and hyped up?

June is an incredibly magical time, and it's like the Spring engagement and marriage adrenaline is so high and contagious; the kind whereby no number of status updates nor phone calls can easily erode. Bottom line, June is just around the corner, the month of lucky brides as they say, "if you get married in June, you are a
bride all your life!"

If you are one of the lucky ladies who just got engaged, you deserve some hearty congratulations. But you're not lucky merely because it's nearly June (though that is pretty huge too), but because getting engaged in the Spring is one of the most enchanting things that can ever happen to any woman. Consider all the Spring wedding expos popping up everywhere, coupons, offers, discounts and variety of jewelry, all the personalized gifts and favors among others. Moreover, there is no better time of the year to select from new fashions in wedding attire, including fresh new jewelry designs.

There are a number of amazing things about the beauty of engagement and marriage in the Spring.

First, even if you haven't watched it yet, you may have heard of the film "June Bride", one of the most classic American comedies of all times which involves couples that are totally destined for each other despite all trials. This film was the first in a chain of numerous June wedding movies including the hit musical "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" which all seem to ascertain the magic of June; a month named after "Juno", the Roman Goddess of marriage.

Secondly, you will be surprised to learn of all the celebrities that have strategized just to have their weddings fall in the month of June. Actually, the list of names is too long to fit here but they include Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony, Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck, Ellen DeGeneres and Portia De Rossi and finally Melanie Brown and Steven Belafonte.

Now that you've decided to be a June Bride, it's time to take care of some details.

Every woman has a dream of the perfect engagement ring, yet all women are different. As you go on to have the most glamorous and colorful Spring wedding you can ever have, be sure to obtain quality, handcrafted wedding jewelry to crown your big day and become archive for memories you'll treasure forever.

And if you want to own elegance, quality, value, hand-crafted beauty and a part of American history all in one piece of jewelry, consider Black Hills Gold Jewelry from the original and legendary Landstroms. BlackHillsGoldSource.com offers a variety of Black Hills Gold wedding jewelry, including the best selection of competitively-priced Landstroms engagement rings found online.

But whatever your final choice is for your wedding jewelry, be sure not to spare any effort in getting a piece that guarantees you high quality, great standards of workmanship to make it one that you can be proud of and show off every day, not just on that special Spring day of your wedding.

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Tips On Choosing The Perfect Engagement Ring

2012-04-25T11:19:00.000-06:00

Every woman dreams of the perfect engagement ring, but every woman is different. It can be challenging to know exactly what is right for the woman you love. If you're considering a proposal, there are some things you can do to ensure that the ring you choose for this special moment will be an outstanding choice... one she'll be proud to show off on her wedding day and forever after.

The best engagement rings offer the highest standards of quality and workmanship. Traditional designs feature solitaire diamonds (a single diamond) normally held in a setting with six prongs (referred to as the Tiffany mount). Other designs include smaller side stones in addition to the solitaire.

Black Hills Gold

Attractive designs, such as Black Hills Gold engagement rings, offer a touch of true American beauty. These designs are made in America, all being made in the Black Hills of South Dakota and birthed out of the last great American gold rush of the late 1800's. Black Hills Gold jewelry features pink and green colored leaves and gold grapes and grapevines. Combining gold with copper makes the pink color, while the green color is attained by combining sterling silver with gold. Of all the manufacturer's of Black Hills Gold jewelry, Landstroms is the oldest and the original, dating back to the 1800's.

Celtic Jewelry

For timeless elegance that honors her Irish, Scottish, or Welsh ancestry, consider choosing Irish engagement rings adorned with Trinity Knots. These symbols of the Holy Trinity represent faith in God and eternity. For some brides, lovely Celtic engagement rings or Claddagh rings offer a touch of mystical beauty that is straight out of a medieval fairy tale. The Claddagh's distinctive design features two hands grasping a heart, typically surmounted by a crown, representing the qualities of love (the heart), friendship (the hands), and loyalty (the crown).

Usually, you wear your Claddagh ring on your right hand with the heart facing outward to tell the world your heart has not been won. But worn on the right hand with the heart facing inward, you show you have friendship and love under consideration. And worn on your left hand with the heart facing inward, it means that two loves have joined forever.

These are just a couple of unique suggestions. The choice you make should depend on her personal style. If she loves classic clothes, art, and traditional style, a Celtic ring might be an excellent choice. Or you could also look for antique rings or other pieces with a sense of history. And if she's as comfortable in jeans and a T-shirt as she is in a fine wedding dress , she might prefer a ring that can be dressed up or down. Look for flexible pieces.

Quality

Quality and beauty should be your key priorities as you begin the hunt for a perfect engagement ring. The ring you choose should always be stamped (or assayed) to prove the purity of its precious metals. As well, you should be furnished with proper paperwork about the diamond you choose. Every diamond is different, some are almost flawless, and others contain microscopic inclusions that lower their price.

Learning more about the carat weight, color, clarity, and value of diamonds can make your choice easier. However, you will probably choose the best stone you can find, within the confines of your own budget, being sure to choose a conflict-free diamond in the process.

Look for handcrafted quality and proof of a trustworthy dealer. The best jewelers (whether online, or bricks and mortar) will be there to answer your questions and make your shopping experience as smooth and pleasant as possible. Reputable dealers will have a wealth of happy customers, and they will often be registered with business associations. These sorts of dealers will back up their merchandise with good warranties.

Budget

Many men choose to spend two month's salary on an engagement ring. This rule of thumb is a good one, but rules are made to be broken! Most women will appreciate a dazzling ring that fulfills their secret dreams and fantasies. Generally, a solitaire stone of a decent carat weight (the bigger, the better) is what she is really looking for! Shopping for an engagement ring may not be the best time to cut corners and save!

If you are really stumped, sit with her as she reads a fashion magazine, and ask her which types of jewelry she prefers as she turns the pages. Magazines like Vogue and Instyle are often filled with jewelry ads.

She may suspect something's up if you take this route, but rest assured, she will be more than happy to show you what appeals to her. Occasionally, women prefer to be more involved in choosing their own engagement ring... it depends on the woman and the relationship. Often, the most romantic option is to surprise her with a lovely ring of your own choosing... this is definitely the most traditional way to do things.

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Spearfish Gold Mining Project

2012-04-19T11:06:00.004-06:00

"The Deadwood Standard Project, a South Dakota-based mining company, has applied for a conditional use permit to extract gold from shallow mineral deposits on the high limestone plateau six miles west of Lead. This will be a new type of gold project, smaller in scope than Black Hills mining operations of recent decades."

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Show Mom you care on Mothers Day

2012-04-11T14:02:00.010-06:00

This year Mother's Day lands on Sunday, May 13th. Mother's Day is a day that commemorates all the special things that mothers do: nurture our children, provide the best advise when issues arise, offer comfort when things get tough, extend support and caring when life throws hurdles in the way, make the family laugh and cheer us up when we really need it. Above all, our mothers will always be there for us.

We sometimes forget, or take for granted the multitude of roles mothers play that make the wheel of family life turn. We might often overlook the fact that mothers go through emotionally difficult times too. We may neglect to see when our mother's daily routine and workload gets overbearing and hard to manage. And yet, through it all, mothers still maintain their foundation as a center point of our families.

Mother's Day is a good opportunity to recognize all these efforts, acknowledge her dedication and express your feelings of gratitude. For some of us, it may be difficult to tell our mothers that we love them. A thoughtful present can help show our love and help communicate that message for us. A nice floral gift is a good start, your Mom will certainly appreciate it!

And a beautiful piece of gold or silver jewelry is a lasting gift that Mother can cherish for a long time. At BlackHillsGoldSource you'll find the best selection of authentic Black Hills Gold mothers rings and mothers pendants made by Landstroms. Mothers jewelry is a piece of jewelry, usually a ring or a pendant that is "personalized" with a birthstone for each of the mother's children. All Landstroms jewelry is made in America in the Black Hills of South Dakota the same way it's been made for over 100 years: by hand.

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2012 Miss Rodeo America

2012-02-24T05:06:00.005-07:00

Just a quick note of congratulations to Mackenzie Carr of Vernonia, Oregon who now reigns as Miss Rodeo America 2012. Mackenzie was awarded the coveted crown on December 10, 2011 after the week-long annual extravaganza held in Las Vegas.

In addition to traveling more than 100,000 miles during her reign representing Miss Rodeo America, Inc. and the Professional Rodeo Cowboy’s Association, MacKenzie will wear the timeless Landstroms tiara.

Mackenzie was also awarded a wardrobe of Wrangler jeans and shirts, Justin boots, Bailey hats, Caspian Casuals Performance Collection Tops, Silver Mounted Court’s Saddle and an official Miss Rodeo America trophy buckle from Montana Silversmiths.

Congratulations as well to the runners up and individual award recipients:

First Runner-up: – Miss Rodeo Utah Jamie Udell
Second Runner-up: – Miss Rodeo California Brittany Slaton
Third Runner-up: – Miss Rodeo Kansas Alyssa Morrison
Fourth Runner-up: – Miss Rodeo New Mexico Kaycee McDaniel
Appearance: – Miss Rodeo Oregon Mackenzie Carr
Personality: – Miss Rodeo Oregon Mackenzie Carr
Horsemanship: – Miss Rodeo Oregon Mackenzie Carr
Photogenic: – Miss Rodeo Illinois Brook Owen
Speech: – Miss Rodeo Oregon Mackenzie Carr
Congeniality: – Miss Rodeo Tennessee Ty Fitzgerald
Raeana Wadhams Spirit Award: – Miss Rodeo Oregon Mackenzie Carr
Written Test: – Miss Rodeo Kansas Alyssa Morrison and Miss Rodeo New Mexico Kaycee McDaniel

"The Miss Rodeo America organization and pageant competition exists for the purposes of selecting a young lady to serve as an official spokesperson for the sport of professional rodeo and providing educational opportunities for those young women who compete in the pageant. " --MRA, Miss Rodeo America

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for her

2012-01-19T07:31:00.030-07:00

Valentine’s day has been the subject of legends, traditions, medieval plays, rhymes and poems for many centuries and today it still buzzes through our society every February. This year why not will make Valentine’s Day the best yet and memorable for both of you?

IDEAS FOR VALENTINE'S DAY

Here’s an idea that is sure to add that extra touch to a special day. Assuming that you both work regular hours, suggest to her that you have a special happy hour around 5:30 or 6:00 pm. Of course, you already arranged for a nice bouquet of flowers to be delivered earlier that day.

When that time arrives, relax and have a nice glass of wine and just talk away the day’s events. At 6:30 pm your limousine arrives to whisk you away to that favorite local restaurant you save for special occasions right on time for your 7:00 pm. reservation.

Once at the restaurant, you get comfortable, maybe order an appetizer, have a nice bottle of wine with dinner and then it’s time to present her with a gift, preferably a piece of beautiful jewelry.

Then onto dessert, maybe some coffee, the relaxing limo ride home… and there’s still time for wherever the wind takes you.

VALENTINE'S PLANS - YOUR KEYS FOR SUCCESS

We're moving into late January, so it’s time to hustle but you can still get it done! Here are the steps to make your Valentine’s Day event a success with the least amount of time and effort.

Restaurant – call today to make your reservation! You can save money by checking first at Restaurant.com but do it now, February 14th is less than a month away!
Flowers – save time, call FTD at 888-580-8448 today and order your flowers, get it done!
Limousine – you can easily schedule a limo online through various services such as www.limos.com. This may be a little pricey so you can skip this step and use your own vehicle (or have a single friend chauffeur you).
Jewelry – our suggestion: a beautiful Black Hills Gold heart pendant, made in America since 1878 by Landstroms Original Black Hills Gold.

TIPS FOR A MEMORABLE VALENTINE'S DAY

The main thing to do is to plan ahead so that when the day comes you can both relax. It’s supposed to be an enjoyable, relaxing and fun evening. So anything you can do, such as selecting your clothes in advance, getting an early start, and keeping her in the loop (except for the surprises!) will help to make your special evening one that you will both remember.

Check out this video of Landstroms Black Hills Gold Valentines jewelry on YouTube:

2011-2012 Miss Rodeo America Pageant wraps up on December 10th

2011-12-09T05:53:00.006-07:00

The 2011-2012 Miss Rodeo America Pageant has been in full force since December 3rd, and the lucky lady will be chosen this weekend. Miss Rodeo America Inc. was developed in 1955 to each year select a qualified Miss Rodeo America as an ambassador of good will promoting the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association and American western traditions. The pageant is an opportunity for the young lady selected to set a solid path for their future endeavors. At the same time, it offers all of the contestants the richness of developing lifelong friendships through the experience of this competition.

In addition to the $10,000 Miss Rodeo America scholarship, the winner will also be awarded a number of exquisite prizes, including clothing and matching jewelry as well as the timeless Landstrom’s Black Hills Gold tiara, originally made for Pat Koren, Miss Rodeo America 1965. Landstroms is the original manufacturer of Black Hills Gold, with roots dating back to the late 1800's.

Good luck to all the contestants, but special felicitations to Miss Rodeo Colorado- Kellsie Purdy and Miss Rodeo South Dakota- Vanessa Ternes!

BlackHillsGoldSource Black Hills Gold Black Friday Sale!

2011-11-24T08:15:00.002-07:00

Save on hundreds of products through FRIDAY ONLY with our Black Friday Sale 10% Off coupon!

This sale begins now and ends Friday at midnight, so shop now to find great buys on all your favorite Black Hills Gold jewelry!

Shopping carts need to be filled and ran through checkout by 11:59pm MT (BlackHillsGoldSource time) on Friday, November 25th.

Get to http://www.BlackHillsGoldSource.com/ before Saturday to take part in this sale! And remember to enter "bhgfriday" on Line 5 of checkout to save 10%!

BlackHillsGoldSource brings you the best Black Hills Gold!

Only 7 weeks until days start getting longer!

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Signs of winter are everywhere. Snow storms have already arrived in various places across the country, next weekend we turn the clocks back and say goodbye to daylight savings time, and the birds have begun their annual migration south to escape the coming cold season. It will be a couple of months before we hear our lovely feathered friends' musical songs echoing from the trees again.

In the meantime, we can keep alive the feelings their beautiful melodies bring us with a variety of bird jewelry from Landstroms. Landstroms offers Black Hills Gold and Silver earrings, pendants and lockets featuring birds in trees, hummingbirds with roses, and hummingbirds framed in hearts that we may wear close to us.

You can follow these links to shop for the finest Black Hills Gold and Silver bird jewelry:

Black Hills Gold bird pendants
Black Hills Gold bird earrings

Landstroms is the original, hand-crafted jewelry of the Black Hills of South Dakota.

Silver Snowman Earrings

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With the first frost advisories of the year this morning across the mountain states, it's hard not to think about our friend, Frosty the Snowman. This little guy is now available with skis, on skates, holding a snow shovel or just by his cute little self!

Made by Landstroms from sterling Black Hills Silver, these earrings feature 12 karat Black Hills Gold leaves on his scarf and baked black enamel buttons and hat band.

Landstroms silver snowman earrings also have matching pendants and pins, which can also be used as tie clips and are sure to add sparkle to your day!

Black Hills Gold Sapphire pendant

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It's almost September and September is the month of the Sapphire!

This lovely Black Hills Gold Journey Necklace by Landstroms is made from 10 karat Black Hills Gold with 12 karat pink and green Black Hills Gold leaves, and comes with a complimentary 18" Gold-filled chain. Flowing from top to bottom are five different graduated sizes of genuine Sapphires.

A Journey Necklace, or Journey Pendant is worn to show how far you’ve come in your life with that special person, or to show your commitment to a future together. The gentle curved shape represents the ebbs and flows of life, the good times and bad that you have faced together, while the graduating stones symbolize your ever-growing love and devotion.

See our complete line of Black Hills Gold necklaces

Western Jewelry, by Landstroms

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Landstroms Black Hills Gold and Silver western jewelry -
classic designs that embody the American west. Landstroms
has been proudly providing the Miss Rodeo America crown
since 1965.

Landstroms Black Hills Gold Necklaces

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HISTORY OF NECKLACES

Necklaces are one of the oldest traditions of mankind, dating as far back to the Stone Age. That tradition has flourished over the thousands of years and today decorations such as necklaces, anklets, and many other body decorations are heavily used to express beliefs, status and rank, or just as an adornment.

TYPES OF NECKLACES

Little do most people know about the various forms of necklaces:

there is the bib necklace, which is a necklace made of several rows of pearls
the choker (14-16 inches long), which as the name implies wraps closely around the neck
the princess, matinee and opera necklaces, each defined by their respective lengths of 18-20, 22-23 and 30-35 inches long
the Sautoir necklace, which is greater than 35 inches in length and also referred to as a rope necklace
the lariat necklace, which is an endless strand without closure often wrapped around the neck several times.

BLACK HILLS GOLD

Black Hills Gold is not a style of necklace, it's a style of American jewelry made in South Dakota which incorporates pink and green grape leaves and grape clusters and vines in each design. Combining gold with copper makes the pink color, while the delicate green color is achieved by adding sterling silver with gold. Landstroms is the oldest manufacturer of Black Hills Gold jewelry, and the original.

Visit our informative blog post for more on the history of Black Hills Gold.

Though Landstroms makes and assortment of traditional Black Hills Gold necklaces, their specialty is in the design of a vast number of pendants in Black Hills Gold and sterling silver, with gemstones, diamonds - even Swarovski crystals - depicting a variety of themes. From silver snowflake pendants to gold hummingbird pendants, to simple grape leaf designs that characterize the lore and history of the Black Hills.

TYPES OF BLACK HILLS GOLD NECKLACES

Following is just a sampling of the types of Black Hills Gold necklaces and pendants available from Landstroms Original Black Hills Gold.

Traditional Necklaces

Landstroms sweet and simple traditional necklaces feature classic styling with single strands of 12 karat Black Hills Gold leaves, either in-line or graciously dangled. An essential for every lady about the town.

Heart Necklaces

This selection of Landstroms heart pendants includes traditional and contemporary designs which will never go out of style. From classic, jeweled mother's pendants to light and lively hummingbirds in hearts, a Black Hills Gold heart necklace makes a timeless gift, and Landstroms offers hearts for every sense of taste.

Key Pendants

A timeless key heart pendant can make a most memorable gift as a key and heart pendant is recognized as a symbol of everlasting love. Regardless of your age, you'll feel beautiful inside wearing a Landstroms key pendant, and the shine in your eyes will show it.

Cross Necklaces

Show your faith or wear as a personal reminder of sacrifice. These Black Hills Gold cross necklaces by Landstroms are each hand-crafted with exquisite workmanship. Cross pendants are made from 10 karat Black Hills Gold or .925 sterling Black Hills Silver with traditional 12 karat Black Hills Gold leaves, and come with complimentary chains.

Journey Necklaces

A Journey Necklace, or Journey Pendant is worn to show how far you’ve come in your life with that special person in your life, or to show your commitment to a future together. The gentle curved shape represents the ebbs and flows of life, the good times and bad that you have faced together, while the graduating stones symbolize your ever-growing love and devotion.

Landstroms Black Hills Gold Journey Necklaces come in both five and seven stone versions with cubic zirconia, as well as genuine sapphire and rubies. The Sapphire Journey Pendant is also available with both Sapphires and CZ.

Snowflake Necklaces

You'll warm up your winter days with these glistening Black Hills Gold and silver snowflake necklaces, snowman pendants and other wonderful jewelry of the season. Many of these pieces also have matching earrings.

Animal Necklaces

Available in Black Hills Gold and gold on silver, each piece in Landstrom's selection of Black Hills Gold horse necklaces, hummingbird necklaces and butterfly necklaces is sure to be noticed. You can also select from Black Hills Gold dragonfly necklaces, frog pendants, dolphin pendants, dog pendants and more. Many of these pieces also have matching wildlife earrings.

Lockets

For Mothers Day or Valentines Day or to celebrate any special day, a beautiful Black Hills Gold or sterling Black Hills Silver locket from Landstroms will keep you close to that special person's heart.

No matter which style of necklace or pendant you prefer, when you wear beautiful pieces of jewelry it shows, and few will help but notice your charming Black Hills Gold or silver necklace as it dangles below your sparkling eyes.

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Only 7 weeks until days start getting longer!

Silver Snowman Earrings

Black Hills Gold Sapphire pendant

Western Jewelry, by Landstroms

Landstroms Black Hills Gold Necklaces

HISTORY OF NECKLACES

TYPES OF NECKLACES

BLACK HILLS GOLD

TYPES OF BLACK HILLS GOLD NECKLACES

Traditional Necklaces

Heart Necklaces

Key Pendants

Cross Necklaces

Journey Necklaces

Snowflake Necklaces

Animal Necklaces

Lockets

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