Your Source for Vintage Jewelry Know-How and Inspiration
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People, especially women worldwide, love to sport jewelry regardless of their age, region, or culture. No matter how beautiful your outfit, makeup, or hairdo is, one thing that completes the entire look is jewelry. Jewelry not only enhances one’s beauty but also has emotional values and memories attached to it. Think for a moment; jewelry is … Read more
Curious about vintage rhinestone jewelry? Learn about the history of rhinestones, what designers used them, and how to buy.Long, long ago, along the banks of the Rhine River that flows through Central and Western Europe, beautiful natural stones, quartz pebbles with a high lead content, were found. Jewelers cut the “rhinestones” into little imitation diamonds. … Read more
Is a spinel engagement ring right for you and your sweetheart? Learn all about this trendy gem, how to buy, and why it makes an excellent engagement ring stone. Spinel has been used in jewelry since ancient age, however this gemstone has received the well-deserved attention only recently. Till early 20th century, this spectacular gem was … Read more
There is no denying the fact that shiny, sparkling diamonds are forever, but have you ever come across a mysteriously captivating gemstone such as ‘alexandrite’?! There is a famous saying for alexandrite “an emerald by day and a ruby by night.” Alexandrite’s rarity and this unique feature, i.e., its ever-changing hue, differentiates it from all other stones and … Read more
Looking for Costume Jewelry Designers that use Real Gold? Learn about the types of gold used in costume jewelry and who used them. All That Glitters Is Not (Pure) Gold. Gold Fill, Gold Plate, and Vermeil Glitter BeautifullyThe Industrial Revolution in the 19th century resulted in machines becoming part of the jewelry making process, and … Read more
