Before & After Series Using The Most Intricate Techniques On this edition of the Before & After, we have an invisible set Sapphire ring! It has a missing blue Sapphire, which is also one of the four precious gemstones. Did you know that Sapphires could be many colors of the …
The History of Jewelry Around the World Series The Dark Ages are a period of time characterized by the decline/fall of the Roman empire. This important period of time is also referred to as the Middle Ages, somewhat more respectfully. Many of the textbooks read in schools list the Dark Ages as …
The History of Jewelry Around the World Series The Renaissance is a historical period that experts generally agree took place between the 14th and 17th centuries, promoting amazing literature, what is now considered classical philosophy, as well as amazing artistic creations. Just the same, people living during the Renaissance were …
Before & After Series Only Shooting Stars Break the Mold On this edition of the Before & After, we have a Vintage Elgin Watch in desperate need of a Vintage Mechanical Movement overhaul and additionally, a complete makeover in general. It’s rare to see watches being sent in with separated …
The History of Jewelry Around the World Series As you might already know from reading Part I of this series, the earliest evidence of savvy accessorizing is dated back from around 25,000 years ago. It was a simple necklace made of fish bones found in Monaco. Whether this necklace was …
Before & After Series Wear Your Heart on Your Ring On this edition of the Before & After, we have an adorable 10k white gold engagement ring in need of two gemstone replacements and a new setting. What was really eye-catching about this engagement ring was the gallery, which allowed …
Mechanics of Timekeeping: A Guide to Watch Movements Ever wondered what makes your watch tick—or stop ticking?—discover the fascinating world of watch movements and how they power everything from vintage heirlooms to modern smartwatches. The Types of Watch Movement Mechanisms A Deep Dive into How Movements Power the Timepieces We …
My Jewelry Repair is proud to announce that they are an authorized Montblanc service provider, carefully selected for their uncompromising professionalism and expertise. With My Jewelry Repair, Montblanc customers can have the confidence of knowing that their writing instruments, watches, leather goods and accessories will be restored to their original …
The History of Jewelry Around the World Series For almost 30 centuries, ancient Egypt happened to be the most important and most prominent civilization in the Mediterranean world. Egypt’s unification occurred around 3100 B.C. and ancient Egypt is believed by most scholars to have lasted until 332 B.C. — when …
Before & After Series Restoring Flaky Golden Goodness On this edition of the Before & After, we have a Bueche Girod Watch with a Tri-Gold Woven Band that was in need of a Vintage Mechanical Movement overhaul, as well as a clean and dial refinish to ensure it would leave …
