The Distinctive Glamor and History of Glass in Jewelry
Glass? In fine jewelry? Glass may not be the first material that comes to mind when you think of fine jewelry, but it has played a surprisingly glamorous and important...
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Discover the world of fine jewelry, the qualities that make them rare, their rich history, and what to look for when adding a piece of jewelry to your collection.
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Five Frequently Asked Questions About Opals
From Ancient Rome to modern day, many have believed that opals are magical (both literally and figuratively). Opals have long captivated jewelry lovers with their vibrant play of colors, making...
Black Prince's Ruby: A Gem that Changed History
Portrait of Queen Victoria in her coronation robes by George Hayter, between circa 1838 and circa 1840 | Source: Wikimedia Commons When we think of the grand jewels that fill...
Modern Diamond & Gemstone Cuts Explained
Retro, Vintage, and Modern diamond and gemstone cuts, emerging after the turn of the century, illustrate a transformative period in the art of jewelry making—one shaped by technological innovation and...
Onyx, Sardonyx, and the Chalcedony Family
When you think of gemstones, the ones that likely come to mind are the sparkly, well-known crowd-pleasers like diamonds, rubies, or sapphires... But let's take a moment to dive into...
Five Frequently Asked Questions About Sapphires
For centuries, sapphires have adorned the crowns of royalty and captivated jewelry collectors with their deep, mesmerizing blue hues. Antique and vintage jewelry carries a rich legacy, from the regal...
Top 5 FAQs About Rubies
Endlessly versatile, boldly radiant, and long believed to be symbolic of passion, protection, and prosperity, rubies remain a coveted gem whose popularity goes well beyond its reputation as July's birthstone....
Reverse Crystal Intaglio
Imagine a miniature painting, but instead of being on canvas, it's delicately etched and painted onto the back of a crystal. This technique creates an illusion of depth and dimension,...
The Truth About Zircon and Cubic Zirconia
Here's a sparkly topic that's been causing quite a bit of confusion in the world of gems: the distinction between zircon and cubic zirconia. Now, don't fret if you've been...
All About Pearls: A Most Popular & Peculiar "Stone"
Natural or cultured, classic white or colored, baroque and imperfect or round and refined... With a rich history dating back many thousands of years, pearls have been one of the...
All Hail Emerald: the Beauty of Queen Victoria’s Birthstone
Of the many opulent gifts granted to Queen Victoria upon her birth in 1819, a few stayed with her throughout her lifetime. Among these were her undisputed claim to the...
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