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Antique & Vintage Jewelry

Paris Hotel Boutique’s Love for Antique Ring Boxes

    I loved reading “Sorry, Box Not Included” over at Paris Hotel Boutique‘s blog where shop-owner Lynn declares her love for antique ring boxes. And she’s right–their rareness and story-telling capabilities are definitely captivating. Her collection is below! I’ve also added my… Read More

Q & A Interviews

Q & A with Jewelry Designer Arik Kastan

Arik Kastan Rose Gold Jewelry is a line that I’ve loved from the very beginning! The designs resurrect the breathtaking craftsmanship and motifs of antique jewelry in today’s modern world. And the timing couldn’t have been better–with antique jewelry becoming popular as ever, and… Read More

Auctions

Skinner to Auction Some Stunning Fine Jewelry

I love looking through auction catalogs of upcoming sales–Skinner has an auction on Tuesday, June 12, 2012 and it seems like they have some really neat pieces going up on the block.  The auction is being held at their Boston gallery and will feature over 550 lots… Read More

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Obsessions

Summer Anticipation Inspiration Board

{from top to bottom: love the bright colors and ring combination–Cartier trinity, monogram, big engagement ring & bands Lucie Campbell diamond bow earrings #summerfavorite Kanye West is wearing a cameo.  Cameos are officially back in style. Scosha adult friendship bracelets, the best bracelets for summertime… Read More

Antique & Vintage Jewelry

Vintage Jewels: Piano Playing Combo

This shot taken from a 1930s film called Always Goodbye is a great example of Art Deco jewelry. Actress Elissa Landi poses at a piano wearing diamond and pearl stud earrings, a multiple strand pearl necklace, along with a couple of bracelets, including a 5-strand pearl bracelet with gemstone… Read More

Obsessions

Obsession: Gregio Charm Rings

Love getting insights from other jewelry lovers–this one comes from Suzanne who wrote to me and wanted me to check out Gregio. She thought I would like these charm rings, and she was right! I love the cross one the best; each is done in 14k… Read More