A look at traditional and more recent methods of time-keeping in wristwatches Watches have been keeping us on time since the 15th century, and have naturally undergone many changes since their inception. From simple pocket watches of the 1600s to advanced analog timepieces of the 19th and 20th centuries to …
A look at the most iconic pieces from the world of hip-hop From underground clubs in the Bronx to the top of the mainstream charts, hip-hop’s epic journey has made waves throughout the world. While the genre’s had droves of styles since its inception, its extravagance has grown exponentially with …
Tracing the Earliest Expressions of Craftsmanship, Identity, and Meaning Long before diamonds dazzled and gold defined luxury, humanity’s first jewelry quietly marked the moment we began to see ourselves not just as survivors, but as storytellers, creators, and symbols of meaning. Beyond Antique: The Oldest Jewelry in the World A …
A Testimonial Letter For A Pocket Watch Repair Yelp and Google reviews will always make us happy, but every once in a while we will receive a full letter-style-email. We get very few of these kinds of testimonials, but they always mean a lot to us. Today we share a …
The Untold Tale of American Watches When it comes to watchmaking, the United States is rarely the first country that comes to mind. Usually that distinction goes to Switzerland, with Germany and Japan trailing close behind. However, that doesn’t mean our country is without a horological tradition. There was actually …
First Ladies Have A History With Jewelry Elegance, class and grace under pressure — we look to our first ladies to inform our conduct as a nation. What social rights issues should we be aware of? How do we build productive relationships with allies? How should we comport ourselves with …
The First Watch on the Moon The 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission was this past weekend. It is a great moment to celebrate a great deal of things from that monumental event. As we stem from the jewelry and watch industry, we thought we would do our part …
A Beginner’s Guide to Watch Collecting Whether you’re drawn to timeless design, intricate mechanics, or the thrill of the hunt, starting a watch collection is a journey worth taking. Getting Started With Watch Collecting: A Timeless Investment A Beginner’s Guide to Choosing, Caring For, and Growing Your Timepiece Collection Thinking …
A step-by-step guide to assessing the worth of your vintage and antique pieces We all have that one piece of antique or vintage jewelry we never wear twinkling at us when we open our drawer. The one you picked up at the flea market and just had to have, the …
When Jewelry Holds a Lifetime of Memories Sometimes a repair isn’t just about fixing a piece—it’s about preserving the story and the love behind it. A Jewelry Repair Testimonial Spotlight Restoring More Than Jewelry—Restoring Memories Every piece of jewelry carries a story. Whether it’s an anniversary gift, a family heirloom, …
