September 10, 2025
Synonymous with glamor and one of the grand dames of the gemstone world, the unique, lustrous nature of the pearl has maintained its status and allure throughout the centuries.
August 13, 2025
A stellar investment with equally dazzling aesthetics, the star sapphire is one of the gemstone universe’s most captivating finds.
July 28, 2025
Miniature masterpieces with sizable market momentum, micromosaics have come a long way from being a luxury travel souvenir of the 18th and 19th centuries.
July 7, 2025
Both rare and valuable, the Australian black opal is a natural wonder that has seen its star quality rise of late.
February 12, 2025
Away from strict societal confines and a chaperone’s prying eyes, love letters and keepsakes formed part of the intricate theatre of Victorian courtship.
January 27, 2025
Baltic amber, the spectacular product of centuries of fossilization, has long captivated humanity with its golden hue and storied history.
December 9, 2024
Nowhere was the intoxicating aesthetic of the Jazz Age, or the Roaring Twenties, felt more boldly than in the realm of Art Deco jewelry.
October 7, 2024
Browsing for diamonds? Our guide to popular diamond shapes will help you decide which gemstone cut is right for you, or take the quiz to find out.
September 30, 2024
Explore some of the most decorated love symbols in art history, and what each represents from culture to culture.
August 5, 2024
The verdant brilliance of peridot, August's birthstone, with divine connotations and therapeutic uses, goes far beyond the perfect jewelry setting.
Image from Sworders’ March 14, 2023 sale.
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