Art Deco is my favorite time period for jewelry–1920s & 1930s. The earlier jewelry of the 1920s usually features a lot of filigree, still taking influence from the Edwardian Era, with the later Art Deco pieces transitioning toward geometric patterns. I have seen rings that actually… Read More
It is already that time of year again! Every December Rago Arts has an exciting jewelry auction, which never disappoints. Last year Gem Gossip interviewed Sarah Churgin, Rago Arts’ Jewelry Specialist. Click here to read the interview. Below are a few lots that are in December… Read More
Amethyst and purple sapphire Luna Ring, done in 18k white gold £6,490 Designed by Shaun Leane… Read More
Started the Colored Stones portion of my GIA studies. Excited to learn about rubies, sapphires, emeralds and the multitude of others. Think it is incredible that these gems have been coveted for thousands of years. Especially so by the Indian Maharajas. Read More
Jessica McCormack has unveiled her Fall 2010 collection, ingeniously inspired by the seven deadly sins along with their opposite virtues. Fourteen incredible pieces of jewelry represent each sin or virtue. They are as follows: – – – – – – – – – –… Read More
Sure, a big cocktail ring or a four carat diamond are fun to wear, but as the cold months are quickly approaching, smaller, delicate rings are being worn. This goes hand-in-hand with glove season pretty well, no pun intended. There are quite a few good choices, especially since stacking is… Read More
