See some of history’s finest jewelry at London’s V&A Museum.
If you live anywhere nearby, run, don’t walk, to the Worcester Art Museum before January 8. That’s where you’ll see an amazing exhibit of their early Egyptian jewelry collection—just in time for the 100th anniversary of the discovery of King Tut’s tomb. The 300 objects on display give you a sense of the genius of […]
Imagine you just inherited just a couple of pieces, like grandpa’s gold watch and grandma’s opal earrings, or an entire jewelry box that might—or might not—have some treasures. Or maybe you bought an antique bracelet that you think might be valuable. How do you find what out what they’re worth? Can you get an appraisal […]
June actually has several birthstones; we’ve discussed pearls and alexandrite in previous articles. This month I want to spotlight the luminous moonstone gem, both affordable and beautiful. In Hindu mythology, that moonstone was said to be created from moonbeams, which explained the beautiful “moonlight” that shimmers across the stone. It’s affordable, mysterious, and beautiful. Moonstone […]
Whether you’ve got a Rolex or Apple Watch, proper care will help their bands last longer and protect your investment. Think about it—you wear your watch almost every day, whether you’re working, exercising, traveling, or playing. But when was the last time you cleaned the band from the dirt, oils, sweat, and soap that have […]
“That must be the City of Emeralds!” said Dorothy to her companions. The emerald is a symbol of rebirth and nature—perfect for its role as May’s birthstone. This lush, deep green gem represents good fortune, youth, balance, and growth. Along with rubies, sapphires, and diamonds, the emerald is one of the four recognized precious stones. […]
Even stars need a little extra shine and dazzle when it comes to the Oscars. And this year had some amazing examples of how Oscar diamonds—in stunning rings, earrings, and necklaces—can enhance designer outfits on the red carpet. After all, we say, “go big or go for a big award!” Here are some of the […]
“A diamond allows the soul’s light to shine out.” Ahh, the diamond. The queen of the gem kingdom. The hardest natural substance on earth. And definitely a girl’s best friend. These gems were formed before dinosaurs roamed the earth: the youngest are about 900 million years old, and the oldest are 3.2 billion years old—but […]
Some of you have asked about what really goes on in a jewelry appraisal so here are 5 things that you can expect. And even though I keep referring to “jewelry,” your appraisal can include watches, silverware and silver pieces, and other heirlooms. It’s recommended that jewelry appraisals are updated every 3-5 years. Why? Well, […]
As the first of the spring birthstones, aquamarine (whose name means “waters of the sea”) possesses the healing qualities of the ocean, especially tranquility, serenity, and harmony. It’s known for its distinctive blue-green color as well as its clarity. Shades range from deep teal to a pale, crystal blue. Throughout history, it’s been associated with legends […]
