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The Briolette — Dimensions of Sparkle
Gemstone cuts are created to catch the light in specific ways and the briolette cut is no different. Typically, a briolette diamond is used as a type of bead, without...
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The Bright Side of Bvlgari
The renowned Italian jewelry house Bulgari is well-known for its strong, modern designs. Industrial motifs, polished metallics and the interesting – but hardly feminine – usage of ancient coins are...
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Celestial Sparkle — Lunar Luxuries to Inspire y...
This week, we were offered a celestial surprise in the Blood Moon lunar eclipse! The term “blood moon” refers to the reddish hue the Moon takes on when passing through...
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Sham-Rockin' — Sparkle for St. Patrick's Day!
March 17 marks the celebration and feast day of Saint Patrick, patron saint of Ireland. Though the exact dates and events of his life have been blurred and confused over...
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The Color of Kings — A Brief Entry into Enamel ...
For millennia, jewelers and artisans of decorative objects have used enamel techniques to enliven and adorn their creations. The colors created through the use of enamel have been so sought...
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Marguerite Stix — Sculptor, Artist and Jeweler
Jewelry design in the 20th Century has gone through numerous innovations in style and technique. Not least of these innovations is the production of art jewelry — jewels created by...
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A Golden Gait — Celebrate the Year of the Horse...
2014 ushers in the Year of the Wooden Horse – so get ready for twelve months of fast-paced action and adventure! In the Chinese Zodiac, the Horse is a symbol...
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The Pantone Color of the Year — Radiant Orchid ...
Pantone rings in 2014 with a fresh new color for the new year! While last year’s color was emerald – symbolizing growth, peace, lively energy and lush elegance — this...
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The Art of Adornment
Recently, the art world was stunned with several major sales at various auction houses. Famed Pop artist Andy Warhol’s “Silver Car Crash (Double Disaster)” sold for $105.4 million dollars at...
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Balancing Acts — Libra and the Controlled Fire ...
For centuries, mankind has been intrigued by the opal. Unlike other gems, such as ruby or emerald, that present a single color, opals feature a kaleidoscopic flash of hues that...
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Sparkling Skulls — Memento Mori for the Modern Age
Halloween is right around the corner and no time is more appropriate for the topic of mourning jewelry and Memento Mori. Traditionally, the month of October and its ultimate culmination...
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Harvest Hues — Our Favorite Styles for Fall
It’s beginning to feel a lot like fall! For us, autumn weather means warm pumpkin-flavored treats, windy days, breaking out our cozy, perfect-fit boots, and, of course, wearing rich, warm...
