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Jewels of the Nile: Discovering ancient Egyptian treasures

By Aimee Berrent on October 14, 2022 in Blog

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 […]

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Fall Jewelry Trends You Need to Know

By Aimee Berrent on September 25, 2022 in Blog

As we continue to emerge from the pandemic bubble, we’re socializing more and getting back to our glitz. Here are some new jewelry trends (and the return of some others) that have been seen on the runways and in the showrooms, with help from Who What Wear and Vogue. Long necklaces While we were zooming, […]

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Emeralds, May’s Birthstone, Bring Love and Hope

By Aimee Berrent on May 1, 2022 in Blog

“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. […]

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Hot Jewelry Trends for Summer

By Aimee Berrent on June 26, 2021 in Blog

After almost 18 months of seeing the top half of people on Zoom, we’re back—and these jewelry trends are hot, hot, hot! Evening strolls, restaurants, cookouts, and loads of weddings are luring us out of our homes. Here’s what the well-jeweled will be wearing as we make our way back into society. Bring on the […]

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Meet Alexandrite, one of June’s Birthstones—Emerald by Day/Ruby by Night

By Aimee Berrent on June 3, 2021 in Blog

There’s a June birthday gem in town that you probably haven’t heard of. We’ve already discussed pearls and moonstones, so let’s examine alexandrite, the most expensive of the three. The most amazing thing about alexandrite: It changes color in different types of lighting. In daylight or fluorescent light it appears green; in incandescent light (lightbulb), […]

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Wear your luck—8 good luck charms from around the world

By Aimee Berrent on March 21, 2021 in Blog

You can’t have enough good luck charms—and with good luck jewelry, the more precious and glitzy, the better. Here’s a rundown on charms, pendants, and talismans from around the world that you can wear when you need a little extra luck in your life. Good luck charms from around the world 4-leaf clover (Ireland): One […]

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Shimmering Sapphire, September’s Stone of Royalty and Wisdom

By Aimee Berrent on September 10, 2020 in Blog

The sapphire, September’s birthstone, has been the sign of royalty and prophecy over the centuries. Learn more about this beautiful gemstone.

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Spinel, August’s birthstone—is it the “next big gemstone?”

By Aimee Berrent on August 10, 2020 in Blog

The spinel, August’s birthstone, may be on the cusp of high popularity. It’s still affordable, but has a brilliant red color that can rival a ruby.

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The Ruby, July’s Birthstone, Blazes with Fire

By Aimee Berrent on July 6, 2020 in Blog

The ruby, July’s birthstone, blazes with fire. These gems can be more expensive than diamonds. See how to buy ruby jewelry and their lore.

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Diamonds—April’s Sparkling Birthstones—are Forever

By Aimee Berrent on April 6, 2020 in Blog

Big girls need big diamonds.” —Elizabeth Taylor If you have an April birthday, you hit the birthstone jackpot. Diamonds are scarce, strong, and the stuff of dreams, full of fire and promise. Here are some things to know about this ultimate sparkler. The first known diamonds were found in India in the 4th century B.C. […]

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