The Journal

Why Are Art Deco Engagement Rings In Demand?

There is a romanticism attached to the Art Deco era based on distinct fashion trends, artwork, and architectural style. Jewelers were willing to create beautiful pieces that had unusual lines and d...

Orange Blossom Motif - Origin And Meaning

The orange blossom is a hopeful and celebratory flower with bright white color and a delicate scent. It is often used in perfumes and bouquets and is quite popular to integrate into weddings.  Its ...

Necklaces And Earrings | A Guide to Accessorizing Your Next Zoom Meeting

We’ve been having fun experimenting with the drama the perfect earring can bring to the grainy haze of the computer screen. Bold polished gold designs capture light in a satisfying gleam that brigh...

Easter Icons and Estate Jewelry

The egg is central of modern-day Easter festivities especially the tradition of dying them every color imaginable. Look how they compare to our stunning cabochon rings.

An Atypical Valentine’s Day Jewelry Gift Giving Guide

Thanksgiving is over. Christmas is over. New Year's is over. This means one thing and one thing only; the only thing left to adorn the aisles at drug stores and to decorate for is Valentine's Day....

Valentine’s Day Jewelry Delights

I LOVE VALENTINE’S DAY!  A special day set aside annually to celebrate, commemorate, and illuminate relationships with people I care about.  Whether a Sweetheart, good friend, mentor or relative, ...

Amethyst: Bright Birthstone of February

Striking, unmistakable and rich qualities abound in February’s birthstone known as amethyst.  With slightly varied shades including lavish transparent purple to deep lavender hues, this gem is rel...

Adding Personal Charm to Your Bracelet

For eons there has been a fascination with miniatures...miniature carved stone or ivory animals, small ancient stone figurines, perfectly rendered small doll house furniture, minute hand woven Na...

Butterflies, Bees & Bugs - Bright & Beautiful Fine Jewelry

During the Summer months we are privileged to observe lovely, fascinating, and curious insects that have inspired artists in numerous mediums for more centuries than imaginable. Naturally, jewele...

Really Retro and Vegas Approved!

I have a neighbor who has become my "Aunt Gerry" and she is about to celebrate her 90th birthday! Two months later her high school Sweetheart and husband of 68 years will also turn 90. AND their w...