Trivia: What was Anne Boleyn’s most famous piece of jewelry?
“B” necklace
Ring locket
Dresden Green
Blue Moon of Josephine
Correct Answer: “B” necklace
So why is this answer correct? : Anne Boleyn, the second wife of King Henry VIII, is often depicted wearing a pearl necklace with a large gold “B.” No one knows what happened to the famous necklace, but it was likely melted down or sold after her execution, like many of her other jewels.
Trivia: The first Super Bowl ring was awarded to what team in 1966?
Green Bay Packers
Pittsburgh Steelers
New England Patriots
Chicago Bears
Correct Answer: Green Bay Packers
So why is this answer correct? : Super Bowl rings are now one of the biggest traditions in American sports, but before 1966, they didn’t exist. During this year, Bart Starr, the quarterback of the Green Bay Packers, was given the first Super Bowl ring after their win against the Kansas City Chiefs. The ring featured a one-carat diamond set in white gold. Now, the entire winning team receives elaborate commemorative rings.
Trivia: Where are the British Crown Jewels kept?
Tower of London
Buckingham Palace
Big Ben
Westminster Abbey
Correct Answer: Tower of London
So why is this answer correct? : The famed Crown Jewels of Great Britain have been housed in the Tower of London since 1661. The collection of 23,578 gemstones includes the Sovereign’s Ring, the Imperial State Crown, the Crown of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, and nearly 100 other objects.
Trivia: What Y-shaped necklace style features a long, dangling pendant?
Riviere
Choker
Collar
Lariat
Correct Answer: Lariat
So why is this answer correct? : One of the most distinct styles of necklaces must be the lariat, which features a long chain with an even longer pendant dangling from its center. This creates a Y-shape on the wearer’s chest, making for a dramatic approach to accessorizing. The dangling part of the necklace can reach the wearer’s waist, often featuring beads or gemstones for added appeal.
Trivia: What culture was first to wear wedding rings on their left ring fingers?
Mayans
Aztecs
Egyptians
Chinese
Correct Answer: Egyptians
So why is this answer correct? : Wearing a wedding band on the left ring finger is one of the most popular Western wedding traditions. Experts believe that this practice began with the ancient Egyptians, who were likely the first culture to wear wedding rings on the fourth finger of their left hand. They thought a nerve ran from this finger to the heart, believed to be the center of emotions.
Trivia: What is amber made of?
Magma
Ash
Tree resin
Stone
Correct Answer: Tree resin
So why is this answer correct? : Amber is a unique gemstone because it is one of the few made from a living organism. The gem is created from fossilized tree resin that takes millions of years to form. Some of the most interesting pieces of amber have remnants of ancient plants or insects inside of them. Typically found in golden yellow, amber can also come in white, orange, and reddish-brown hues.
Trivia: What is NOT a type of crown?
Coronet
Tiara
Diadem
Bangle
Correct Answer: Bangle
So why is this answer correct? : Crowns have been a symbol of royalty for centuries — the finest gemstones and metals are used to create them. Any circular headpiece worn to symbolize status can be called a “diadem,” a word that originated in ancient Greece. The word “crown” indicates that the headpiece is emblematic and worn by nobility, while a “coronet” is a smaller piece worn by dukes, earls, and princesses at formal events. Finally, a “tiara” is a semi-circular piece that perches on top of the head.
Trivia: From what culture did Claddagh rings originate?
German
Japanese
Irish
Brazilian
Correct Answer: Irish
So why is this answer correct? : The design of Claddagh rings originated in the fishing village of Claddagh near Galway in western Ireland. They stand as a symbol of love or friendship and feature a heart encircled by hands with a crown on top of the heart. The design is attributed to Richard Joyce, a Claddagh native who was enslaved and trained as a goldsmith. He brought the design with him when he returned home in the 17th century.
Trivia: What is the purest form of gold jewelry?
8 karat
14 karat
24 karat
32 karat
Correct Answer: 24 karat
So why is this answer correct? : Not all jewelry marketed as “gold” is pure gold. This is because pure gold, which is 24 karats, is very soft, so mixing it with stronger metals creates sturdier jewelry. Eighteen-karat gold, for example, contains 75% gold and 25% other metals. Countries have different legal minimums for what can be called “gold.” In the U.S., it is 10 karats, but in Germany, it is only 8 karats.
Trivia: The Heart of the Ocean necklace takes center stage in what film?
Pretty Woman
Skyfall
Raiders of the Lost Ark
Titanic
Correct Answer: Titanic
So why is this answer correct? : One of the most famous necklaces in film history must be the Heart of the Ocean, worn by Rose (Kate Winslet) in the 1997 movie “Titanic.” The necklace was a gift from her fiancé Cal (Billy Zane), and decades later, it sends treasure hunters on a deep-ocean dive to the ship’s wreckage. The necklace isn’t real — although it bears some resemblance to the Hope Diamond — but that hasn’t stopped jewelers from creating high-value replicas.