Women of the JEwelry World: Paloma PIcasso Discover how Paloma Picasso, stepping out from under the shadow of her legendary father, forged her own path to become a titan in the world of jewelry design, embodying the true essence of creativity and innovation. The Legacy of Paloma Picasso: Crafting Brilliance …
Women of the JEwelry World: Alma Pihl Step into the world of Alma Pihl, a trailblazing female artisan whose masterpieces redefine the essence of luxury and creativity in jewelry design. Empowering Creativity: The Transformative Impact of Women in the World of Jewelry Design Across the globe, in fields ranging from …
What is the Hope Diamond? Over the years there have been many gemstones believed to be cursed, but the most famous of the gemstones is the Hope Diamond. This lustrous blue diamond weighing 45.52 carats is surrounded by tales of misfortune. How did this diamond which originated in India, and …
“Roses are red,Violets are blue,Sugar is sweet,And so are you.” Or so the famous poem goes. Precious stones — just like poetry — have walked hand in hand throughout history as symbols of love, fidelity and desire. Just as the rose is red, so is the ruby. As February (the …
Before & After Series An Aquamarine Ring Repair On this edition of the Before & After series, we have a 10ky wedding ring set that had completely lost its center setting. When we receive repairs for gemstone replacements, it is common that the side stones are usually the stones that …
Before & After Series A 1950’s Rolex Watch Restoration On this edition of the Before & After series, we have a Rolex watch from the early to mid 50’s that was no longer working and showed signs of wear. For this watch repair, we had to: It is then wrapped …
Interview #1 Interview with Andrew
What bling will you bring out for the new year? According to Vogue’s The 9 jewelry trends you need to know for Fall/Winter 2019-2020 your heritage rhinestones are making a comeback. Thought your grandmother’s rhinestones weren’t worth the repair? Think again. Statement earrings such as long, dangling rhinestones are trending. Perhaps your …
Holiday Engagement Ring Guide Discover the essential factors and the crucial 4 C’s for making an informed decision on a timeless heirloom-quality engagement ring. Getting Engaged Over the Holidays? The holiday season, with its enchanting aura and joyous gatherings, provides the perfect backdrop for one of life’s most heartfelt moments …
In the popular holiday film, The Family Stone, one of the main characters, Everett (played by Dermot Mulroney) brings his girlfriend Meredith (played by the comedic Sarah Jessica Parker) home for the holidays in hopes that his mother will finally release the family stone to him — he wants to …
