The bachelor Jake Pavelka will be going on a mystery date and Neil Lane created this stunning diamond fairytale “Dream Necklace”. It will be presented by the bachelor Jake Pavelka to his mystery date, to be worn for their romantic dream evening. The 250 thousand dollar necklace contains 35 carats of rose cut diamonds set in platinum with floral and pear shape motifs. The shimmering effect of the rose cut diamonds evokes romance and glamor.

The Bachelor, from Warner Horizon Television, airs Mondays at 8/7 Central on ABC, starting January 4th. The Bachelor is a primetime reality series, where one lucky man is offered the chance to find true love. The Bachelor embarks on a romantic journey, getting to know a bevy of beautiful bachelorettes and gradually narrowing the field to the one woman to whom he may propose marriage in the dramatic season finale. Hosted by Chris Harrison, The Bachelor: On the Wings of Love is produced by Next Entertainment in association with Warner Horizon Television

This years bachelor is Jake Pavelka from Dallas, Texas and is a Commercial Pilot.He will be giving this necklace on a “mystery date”. On that date he will be sporting a custom suit. The perfect combination will ensure that this date remains special in our minds for a while.

Neil Lane is a designer extraordinaire. His work, his vision, his look is everywhere. He is a leading jewelry designer with transcendent influence and impact. He creates an all- encompassing vision. He defines the style of an entire ensemble. Hollywood stars seek his advice and his jewelry in order to create a distinctive and beautiful look for the Oscars and other red carpet events. Charlize Theron, Angelina Jolie, Demi Moore, Jennifer Lopez and Madonna- his style and designs have graced them all and many more.

As anointed in the media, Neil Lane is “The Star Jeweler” and “The King of Bling.” People magazine crowned him “King of the Ice Age” and Harper’s Bazaar called Neil Lane the “Ace of Diamonds.”

As a metal so flawless and pristine, Platinum is regarded by many to be a first rate material with which jewelry is made. As of late, it has become the favored precious metal of the celebrity. Understandably, this has put many under the impression that platinum – or rather its use in Jewelry – is “cutting edge” – a common misconception.

History of Platinum

Platinum jewelry, like gold jewelry has a long and illustrious history. Traces of Platinum are reported to have been found in Egyptian artifacts dating back to 1200 BC. It is said, that around 700 BC, the ancient Egyptians had fully mastered the art and technique with which Platinum is processed. The Natives in Central and South America are said to have worked with it as far back as 100 BC – combining it with Gold. The Spanish – during their campaign to conquer and colonize the New World, came across Platinum artifacts. Upon discovery, they called Platinum by the name “Platina” which means “Little Silver”. Foolishly thinking of it to be of no value, they discarded the artifacts and plundered the gold instead.

Platinum did not reach Europe until the 18^th Century. In 1751, Swedish scientist Theophil Scheffer took note of the unique properties of platinum, declaring it to be a precious metal. King Louis XVI referred to Platinum as “The Metal of Kings”. Marc Etienne Janety (1750-1823) – A French Artist/Metalworker (most famous for his mastery of the Arsenic process) and private jeweler to King Louis, designed a number of platinum artifacts. Most notable of these is a Platinum sugar bowl which can be seen at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.

Although Louis XVI was dispatched in the French revolution, the passion for platinum did not diminish and the appreciation for its unique and rare qualities only increased. King Carlos III of Spain is said to have commissioned an elegant and magnificent platinum chalice which was presented to Pope Pius VI. King Carlos IV of Spain had a “Platinum Room” built in his summer palace at Aranjuez.

In the 19^th Century, further progress was made, and platinum deposits were discovered in the Russian Urals. So plentiful were these sources, that throughout the 19^th Century, the Russians incorporated Platinum coins into their economy. In addition – with the onset of Diamond-Mining in South Africa, Platinum presented itself as the ideal setting for the stone. So perfect of a setting is platinum that the three most famous diamonds – the Hope, Jonker I, and the Koh-I-Noor – are all set in Platinum.

Celebrated jewelers such as Louis Cartier, Peter Faberge and Charles Tiffany earned and obtained much of their fame and success due to their timeless and magnificent designs made in platinum.

Around the early 1900’s, Platinum Jewelry reached the pinnacle of its popularity becoming the preferred precious metal for fine jewelry in America. Yet at the start of World War II (due to its density and durability), the United States Government proclaimed Platinum a “Strategic Metal” and in doing so outlawed its use in jewelry. To the consumer who valued the purity and white luster of Platinum, the jewelers introduced White Gold.

Interestingly enough – Platinum has many uses outside of the realm of Jewelry. It (as stated) is/was used in wartime for armaments. It should also be noted that Platinum is vital to the automobile industry and is used in electrical engineering, electronics and petrochemicals. The Dental and Medical field make use of Platinum as well. Due to the vital role which Platinum plays in industry, it can be understood as to why only 1/3 of Platinum which is mined is used in jewelry.

After World War II, when the ban on civilian use of Platinum was lifted, Platinum Jewelry quickly regained its popularity. There are many contributing factors which led to this resurgence. Put aside the fact Platinum is the most exquisite of all metals, Platinum is also known to be the most durable. It does not tarnish, and unlike other metals, it does not distort when exposed to heat. Platinum Jewelry is also known to be the most pure. Unlike 18k (75% Gold) and 14k (58% Gold), Platinum Jewelry is 90%-95% Platinum. Unlike Silver, Platinum is Hypo-Allergenic. In all this - Despite its rarity, the price of Platinum has remained steady. Especially now – a time when Platinum is within $200 of Gold, many (especially Brides) are turning to Platinum as the ‘must have’ of Jewelry.

Rhea Durham and Mark Wahlberg have been following the new Hollywood trend platinum diamond ring. Rhea Durham and Mark Wahlberg have been together since 2001 and have three children, Ella Rae (born September 2, 2003), Michael (born March 21, 2006) and Brendan Joseph (born September 16, 2008). Rhea Durham said “I do” to Mark Wahlberg while wearing a new platinum and cushion cut diamond engagement ring by Neil Lane. They got married on August 1, 2009 in a private Catholic ceremony in Beverly Hills, California.

Rhea Durham says she is more focused on raising her children, where she and Mark use a conservative parenting manner that is similar to how they were raised as well as a reaction to the fast-paced fashion and movie worlds.