Ruby - Julys Birthstone
If a gemstone can be defined as “romantic” then the birthstone for those born in July has romance and history in spades...
Alexandrite - Junes Birthstone
This magical chameleon-like gemstone is one of the world’s rarest gems due to scarcity.
History of Antique Diamond Cuts
Part of my fascination with antique jewels involves my amazement at the craftsmanship achieved without the use of electricity and power tools...
Three Types of Jewelry Appraisals
Did you know that there are different types of jewelry appraisals that can be done for your valuable pieces of jewelry?......
Jewelry Terms: Antique, Vintage and Estate
It’s easy to become confused about how the jewelry terms; Antique, Vintage or Estate are applied to jewelry pieces you may come across when shopping...
The Surprising History of Engagement Rings
What is one of the worlds most recognized symbols of love?.....
Let’s Go! Jewelry Field Trip - V&A Museum, London
On our recent trip to London, high on my list of priorities was a visit to the William and Judith Bollinger Jewelry Gallery at the Victoria & Albert Museum....
The Hidden Language of Victorian Jewelry
What’s your jewelry trying to say to you? Vintage and antique jewelry can have a special language all its own...
What the heck is a Girandole?
A Girandole (pronounced “jeer-an-dole”) was the most popular form of an earring during the 18th century...
Peridot - Augusts Birthstone
The beautiful glowing gemstone, Peridot, is perfectly suited to represent the summer month of August as its natural color range reminds one of a freshly cut lawn on a summer day...
Top 5 Tips You Need To Know About Before Shopping For Antique & Vintage Jewelry
I can’t even begin to count the many reason I love vintage and antique jewelry! And there are many of you out there like me who are hunting for treasure...Subscribe
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