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Large Jewelry Boxes
Large Jewelry Boxes - The Bigger the Better?
What is your idea of large jewelry boxes? Is it when the jewelry box is several drawers and sits on your dresser or is it one that is free standing and is considered an armoire with numerous drawers and several doors? Whether the jewelry box needs to hold several items or a lifetime of collected items, there are hundreds of options to choose from.
The sizes of jewelry boxes will range depending upon your definition of what "large" is. You may think that 13 x 9 x 7 inches is large or you may think that 20 x 16 x 42 inches is large. Regardless, it really comes down to how much jewelry you have and what type of jewelry you have will determine the size you need.The most important thing that you want a jewelry box to do is to protect your jewelry when you are not wearing them. You want your rings to be secured, your necklaces to hang so that the chains don't become tangled, your bracelets to maintain their shape, your earrings to stay in pairs and you may even need a special spot to hold your watch. Sufficient space and ample room is important especially as your collection grows.
Most large jewelry boxes will have sufficient space for every type of jewelry. There will be spaced specially designed for every type of jewelry. There will be trays, drawers, hooks and slots to secure and hold each piece. The number of places that can hold various pieces of jewelry will depend upon the style of the box.
What is really nice about large jewelry boxes is that there are typically a lot more features and options available than in smaller ones. Mirrors, removable trays, pleated pockets, adjustable dividers, ring rolls, padded watch cushions and even lights are now available. When choosing a jewelry box it is important to take inventory of what you currently have, how the jewelry should be properly stored and how much room you have to keep the jewelry box.
Large jewelry boxes are made of a number of materials both on the inside and outside. The box itself can be of a common wood such as oak or a more exotic wood such as Teakwood. The box can have a simple finish or it could have 15 coats of a lacquer to give a strong and beautiful finish. The inside can be a velvet, suede or even a rayon lining. The necklace hooks should have a smooth finish and the drawers may have drawer pulls or another way to easily open them with.To further protect your beloved items, some jewelry boxes will include a lock. The lock could be on the outside and only lock part of the box or it could lock the entire box. The lock could also be located on a drawer that is located within the inside of the jewelry box to protect certain pieces.
A jewelry box that has 3 drawers may be perfect for your needs. If your collection is quite large, than a much larger size would be needed. Large jewelry boxes are available in a wide variety of styles and materials with the necessary functionality to hold every piece of your jewelry collection.