Do you have a jewelry lover you want to buy a gift for, but they seem to have everything already? Sometimes the accessories get forgotten and all jewelry lovers can use them! These items make great stocking stuffers individually or a great main gift when gifted together! Jewelry Tray or Dish: Theses are great for […]
Did you know that close to 50% of proposals happen during the holiday season between November and February? The top four proposal dates are Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve and New Years Day, in that respective order. If you are thinking of popping the question this holiday season, here are some things to consider: Holidays bring family and loved ones together so there will be lots of […]
Most people have heard about the robbery of the Louvre on October 19, but you may not know about the diamond and emerald crown of Empress Eugenie, empress consort to Napoleon III, emperor of France and nephew of Napoleon Bonaparte. The crown has 2,480 diamonds and 56 emeralds and stands 13cm high and 15 cm in diameter, with a total weight of […]
We’ve written about Small Business Saturday before (see our original post here) and with all the ups and downs over the last many months, thought it would be a great time to share some facts. Small Business Saturday is about celebrating and supporting small businesses and all they do for their communities and takes place […]
Halloween has a special place in our hearts. The memories of dressing up as a witch, a doctor, a favorite sports figure come back to visit once a year. And who doesn’t love a bit of candy? Halloween has an interesting history and wasn’t even popularized around the United States until the 2nd half of […]
Have you ever wondered about jewelry trends from historical times? We decided to see what may have been in fashion before modern day. And, boy, did we find some out of the ordinary fashions! Read along for a view into the past! Mourning Jewelry: We’ve covered this in a previous blog, but it deserves a mention here as well. In Victorian times, it became a […]
Just like the clothes you wear, jewelry is a powerful form of self-expression. It can tell a story, lead to a conversation or just make you feel good. It can showcase symbols of your heritage, reminders of special times in your life and help to boost your mood. So how do you use jewelry to express yourself? Start by considering your personal […]
Jewelry should be accessible to everyone, but disabilities or aging can make things more challenging. Never fear, jewelers are here to help! Here are some of the most common challenges and ways they can be overcome. Rings Whether due to an injury, arthritis or your own unique bone structure, it can be uncomfortable to wear a ring that is difficult to put on and […]
We’ve shared about other extraordinary gems before (Hope Diamond and Napoleon Diamond Necklace) and wanted to share this amazing pink diamond as well. The CTF Pink Star Diamond, named for its current owner’s company, Chow Tai Fook Enterprises, is the most expensive engagement ring in the world, selling for $71.2 million in 2017. It is […]
We don’t often think about jewelry and safety together, but there are more aspects than you know to consider. We’ve covered a few safety situations below and encourage you to consider further exploration if you will be in any of these situations. First, we’ve mentioned before situations that can be unsafe for your jewelry, but […]
