Fleur De Lis Diamond and White Gold Pendant
Posted: March 31, 2009
Fleur De Lis Diamond and White Gold Pendant
Few symbols have as storied a history as the fleur de lis. First used in Mesopotamia and Egypt, the fleur de lis symbol is more widely known as a representation of French royalty. During the 14th century, the three petals of the fleur de lis symbol came... Read More →
Colored Diamond Engagement Rings
Posted: March 31, 2009
Colored Diamond Engagement Rings
What could possibly be more fabulous than a beautiful, vintage design engagement ring set with a sparkling diamond? Said ring with sparkling colored diamond, that’s what. Colored diamonds make a lovely alternative to the typically clear diamond used... Read More →
Dollar Up Equals Gold Slightly Off
Posted: March 30, 2009
Dollar Up Equals Gold Slightly Off
The American dollar is up and if you’ve been following along, you know what that means: the long ascending path of gold has stalled for a bit. For the last several weeks, there has been a media campaign by the new administration of U.S. President... Read More →
Stunning Floral Wedding Bands
Posted: March 27, 2009
Stunning Floral Wedding Bands
With Spring’s warm weather comes one of nature’s most stunning gifts – flowers. The delicate, otherworldly blossoms spring from the barren ground each year symbolizing renewal, hope and beauty in nature. The symbolic connotations of the beautiful... Read More →
What a Gem: Bejeweled Vintage Rings for Spring
Posted: March 25, 2009
What a Gem: Bejeweled Vintage Rings for Spring
Get bejeweled this Spring with some of the season’s boldest hues. Emerald, cobalt, sky blue and ruby are the perfect cheery brights to usher in the warmer weather. What’s more, they look beautiful paired with bright mix and match separates, like... Read More →
Obama’s Media Blitz:Helpful or Hurtful?
Posted: March 23, 2009
Obama’s Media Blitz:Helpful or Hurtful?
Yikes! What a volatile week for gold prices, right? Most Americans are glued to the tube, watching the markets going up and down and down and down and then up again. So shall we run down the events? If you recall, it was only a few weeks ago that... Read More →
Vexing Vintage Engagement Rings
Posted: March 21, 2009
Vexing Vintage Engagement Rings
There’s something incredibly appealing about vintage jewelry. The bygone eras of intricate craftsmanship created beautiful designs that still enchant the stylish modern woman. One of the most popular types of vintage jewelry is the vintage engagement... Read More →
How To Store Jewelry
Posted: March 19, 2009
How To Store Jewelry
You finally landed the perfect ring. Now what? Once you’ve found the perfect pair of earrings, have been given a gorgeous gold cross, or snagged your dream engagement ring, it’s time to start taking good care of them. Regular cleaning and polishing... Read More →
Origin of the Pearl
Posted: March 18, 2009
Origin of the Pearl
“This pearl has become my soul. . . . If I give it up, I shall lose my soul.” And such was the pronouncement inspired by the Pearl, in John Steinbeck’s 1947 novel of the same title. No other kind of gem or jewelry in history has inspired... Read More →
Beware of Gold Buying Scams
Posted: March 16, 2009
Beware of Gold Buying Scams
With unemployment up, the price of gold hitting $1000 an ounce in the last thirty days, and many people outright “spooked” by the economy, you may be thinking it’s a good time to unload some gold jewelry. Maybe a few rings from your... Read More →
