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Rubies (and Roses) Are Red: A Brief World History of Rubies

“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 …

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Cameos, Gold Chains and New Year’s Bling

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 …

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Embrace the Magic of Holiday Engagements: A Guide to the 4 C’s of Engagement Rings

Diamond Engagement Ring in Box for Holiday Engagements Four Cs of a Diamond Featured Image

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 …

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Repairing Your Family Stones in Time for the Holidays

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 …

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Giving Thanks for Native American Jewelry

A Rich Jewelry History As Thanksgiving approaches and we gather to celebrate our nation’s rich and complicated history, we give thanks for our cultural heritage—the craftsmanship and fine art—produced by Native American Indians. The earliest examples of Native American jewelry found in the Americas — bone earrings from Alaska — …

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Meet A Luxury Jeweler: Crafting the Bling of the NBA

The Man Behind the Bling of NBA Legends As NBA season tips off once again this fall, some of us may begin to wonder: what’s life like off the court for some of the NBA’s biggest legends? Like you, these men appreciate the beauty and craftsmanship of luxury jewelry. From …

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“Cursed” Jewelry: A Look at Pieces With Dark Histories

A Look at Jewelry Pieces With Dark Histories We all know that exceptional jewelry and gemstones hold value that measures beyond their weight in gold. Passed through generations among royals, nobles and other VIPs of the past, certain pieces of jewelry carry historical significance and serve as a testament to …

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My Jewelry Repair Partners with Yucaipa Animal Placement Society

My Jewelry Repair Partners with YAPS to Find Homes for Pets SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA The Yucaipa Animal Placement Society (YAPS) operates in the city of Yucaipa, CA and its surrounding area. YAPS is a no kill, nonprofit animal shelter that strives to prevent the euthanasia of dogs and cats in shelters …

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