Valentine's Day is a week away! Time to get cracking if you haven't picked out the perfect bauble for the big day.

Hearts, however, don't have to worn just for this one particular holiday. If you select the right type of jewelry, say for example fine jewelry pieces rather than fashion jewelry pieces, you can wear your heart-themed jewelry any day of the year.

One place I've done some virtual holiday window shopping, though the windows on my computer of course, is Mondera.com:

Mondera represents the unique combination of modern innovation with over a century of experience in the gem and jewelry business. As the brainchild of two brothers--Fred and Pascal Mouawad--Mondera continues a family tradition that began in 1890 when master watchmaker David Mouawad founded the Mouawad company. In early 1998, Fred and Pascal Mouawad decided to bring their family tradition of quality and service to a wider public through the Internet.

Mondera is now recognized as the online jewelry experts. Combining high quality gems and jewelry, fine service, exceptional customer service, and expert advice, Mondera has successfully served thousands of customers.

Right now, they have a special Valentine's Boutique on their site where I have selected a few pieces for you.

Pictured above are 14k White Gold Open Heart Earrings with Hanging Pearl


14k Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Heart Locket Pendant w/chain 18"


Sterling Silver White and Beige Glass Pearl With Heart Charms Bracelet 7 1/4"