‘Tis the season for entertaining—and being entertained. It’s also the time to show off your jewelry so you sparkle along with the candles on the buffet table. Harper’s Bazaar has some great tips for showing off with style. Balance the bling. Going with a big statement necklace? Balance it with smaller earrings. An armful of […]
A large amount of my appraisal work involves valuing and cataloging heirloom jewelry. Some have been bought as part of a collection over the years. But the ones most lovingly handed over to me to catalog, are heirloom pieces, passed down from generation to generation as a legacy. Holiday season is prime time for passing […]
Do you have a special piece of heirloom jewelry? Maybe it’s from your mother, grandmother, or aunt. Or perhaps you’re thinking of giving a special piece of jewelry to your daughter, daughter in law, or young friend. The holidays are a perfect time to pass along heirloom jewelry as a gift, especially when so many […]
I just saw a newspaper ad that asks, “Is it time to downsize your jewelry box?” If you’ve wondered about it, and find yourself looking at “we buy gold” signs in your neighborhood, this might be the time to consider whether you’d like to sell your jewelry (or at least certain pieces). There are several […]
We’re continuing our series about issues surrounding insuring your jewelry when you’re at home and away. Jewelry has an emotional tie to us; but if something happens, it pays (literally) to have its value safeguarded by insurance. Are you covered if there is negligence or carelessness involved? What if you don’t know what happened […]
This is the month that hosts Father’s Day and many high school and college graduations. Here are some great jewelry gift ideas for dads and grads. For Dad: Beyond the necktie Ladies obviously have the advantage when it comes to jewelry, but as you’ll see, the men aren’t left out. Watches: A computer watch may […]
“A woman needs ropes and ropes of pearls.” –Coco Chanel From Coco Chanel to contemporary designers, pearls have a special place in gemstone jewelry. And for you lucky June babies, it’s your birthstone. A pearl’s shimmering iridescence, with tones from white to cream to pink, is flattering to every skin tone. Another reason June is […]
Vacation season is the time to pack up your favorite outfits, along with your jewelry, so you can shine and sparkle away from home. But just as you keep your wallet safe when you’re traveling, here are some tips from the experts that you can do to keep your jewelry safe, too. Take just […]
April birthday girls (and boys)…you hit the birthstone jackpot with your birthstone, the diamond. You undoubtedly know that diamonds are the symbol of eternal love, but there’s so much more to them. They’re the hardest natural substance on earth. A diamond is more than 50 times harder than its closest gem relatives, the ruby and […]
Last month we discussed some important questions to ask your insurance agent about protecting your precious jewelry and heirloom possessions. But wait — there’s more! Here are four more questions to make sure you’ve clarified your coverage and responsibility (with thanks to Gail Levine, NAJA). 1.Homeowners or special policy? Many homeowner policies cover loss of your […]
