While we associate jade with China, it’s steadily gained in popularity around the world for its beauty and the artistry of its carvers. What people call “jade” is actually two types of mineral: Nephrite gets its color from magnesium for muted colors ranging from light to dark green, yellow, brown, black, gray, and white. A […]
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Off to the Emerald City—Celebrating May’s Birthstone, the Emerald
May’s birthstone, the emerald, is even more expensive than a diamond. See how to buy this gemstone and take care of your emerald jewelry.
Silver flatware and serving pieces: Ready to show or no-go?
People with silver come in two camps: Those who love showing off their serving pieces at holidays, and those who own/have inherited them but don’t want them. Here’s help for both—tips for cleaning your silver, and some options for getting silver out of your home. “I love using my silver at holidays—it makes my table […]
Need some luck? Let this good luck jewelry help!
With St. Patrick’s Day around the corner, it’s time to talk about good luck. Whether you believe in lucky charms or not, it’s fun to show your favorites to the world in your favorite pendant, bracelet, or pin. Here are some of the more popular good luck symbols I’ve found. Which of these symbols says […]