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Jewelry Collection Stories

Jewelry Collection Story – Allison of @hollywoodgold

Today’s Jewelry Collection Story comes from Allison of @HollywoodGold – a fun Instagram account I love following, who posts mostly personal collection pieces, and has a unique, eclectic style and a not-so-furry friend named Pete (a camera-loving rescue bearded dragon). Her style is… Read More

Education & Advice

How to Create a Fine Jewelry Capsule Wardrobe

With gold prices at an all-time high, now is the time to get serious about the type of accessories you’re buying. Gold-plated, tarnished cheap junk is not the look, and although it may be less expensive, it ends up being worthless in the end. Fine jewelry made… Read More

Education & Advice

What’s the Difference Between Solid and Semi-Hollow Jewelry

I get this question frequently since I sell both solid and semi-hollow fine jewelry. I personally collect both kinds – I think each has importance in a collection for different reasons. I’m going to share the break down of my reasoning as to why I prefer one… Read More

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Jewelry Collection Stories

Jewelry Collection Story – Andrea of @LaPlusCharmanteShop

Today’s Jewelry Collection Story comes from Andrea of @LaPlusCharmanteShop – I’ve followed her for awhile now and actually got to meet her in person when she did the vintage show that comes to Nashville every February. Her pieces that she was… Read More

Jewelry Collection Stories

Jewelry Collection Story – Hannah of @georgie-the-magpie

Today’s Jewelry Collection Story comes from Hannah of @georgie_the_magpie  – we have followed each other for SO LONG, I almost feel like she is part of my family!  Hannah is an art teacher and loves to foster creativity in people through… Read More

Jewelry Collection Stories

Jewelry Collection Story – Amie of @roguevintagejewels

Today’s Jewelry Collection Story comes from Amie of @roguevintagejewels – I met Amie several years ago when I was actively traveling all across the US visiting stores on my #JewelryRoadTrip. She worked at Alice Kwartler in NYC, one of my favorite stores I ever featured! Sadly the store… Read More