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Education & Advice

How to Support Local Jewelers During the Coronavirus Crisis

Hope everyone is staying safe inside and keeping healthy during this crazy time. I’m not one who watches the news, so the first time I heard of coronavirus was when I traveled to Tucson for the gem shows earlier this year. I don’t think anyone could have predicted… Read More

Jewels at my Doorstep

Jewels at my Doorstep — Marmari Jewelry

Sponsored Content Attraction. Wish Upon a Star. Light Years Away. A Star is Born. Happy Hour. These are the names of Marmari’s five main jewelry collections, each having their own identity, yet are all a part of… Read More

Education & Advice

Becoming a Graduate Gemologist & Appraiser — My Story

This was one of the first photos I took for the website I made for the store I worked at My mom took this photo when she visited me at work — this was my office. I spent many hours here appraising jewelry, sorting… Read More

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Jewelry Collection Stories

Jewelry Collection Stories — @goldisneverplain

It takes a different type of “nerve” to be completely obsessed with jewelry and be able to sell and let go of some really epic pieces — but somehow I manage it! There will always be a place in my heart for a couple of rings… Read More

My Jewel Box

My Amethyst Pendant Project

I know you’ve seen them — especially at pawn shops or jewelry stores that have been around for over 40+ years — gemstone pendants in gold basket settings. These were very popular in the 80s & 90s and were seen taking up space within each jewelry store’s glass displays. Read More

Jewels at my Doorstep

Jewels at my Doorstep — Armenta Jewelry

Sponsored Content Armenta Jewelry — empowering women one jewel at a time. Designer and creator Emily Armenta has steadfastly made it her mission to create pieces that are not only beautiful on the outside but… Read More