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Designer Jewelry

Designer Spotlight: Gabriela de la Vega

It is enchanting to read about a jewelry designer and begin to see similar stories about how designs are conceived.  Along with other designers, Gabriela de la Vega gets inspired by the gemstones, letting them sort of "speak to her."  She uses and is inspired by cognac diamonds, sapphires, tourmaline, emeralds and turquoise.  The collection of keys, which was started in 2003, and continues to be popular, is a favorite of mine.  A key can have so much meaning and symbolism to it, and Gabriela's pieces are each unique.  Check out some of the keys below, and her website as well to see her other beautiful designs. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="216" caption="Queen Key 18k yellow gold, Price: $760"][/caption] [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="234" caption="Open Heart Key 18k yellow gold, Price: $700"][/caption] [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="250" caption="Skate Key 18k yellow gold, Price: $900"][/caption] Keyhole with pave rubies, Price: [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="252" caption=860 Read More

My Jewel Box

My Newest Addition to my Collection

eBay is always a fun site to browse during spare time, and even more so a vintage jewelry enthusiast's dreamland. My list of items I am watching is usually three pages long. I only bid if it is really a piece that is unique and different from what I've seen. I also like items that do not have a reserve price and start out very low. It is good to have a price in mind that will serve as what you feel the item is worth, averaged with how much you are willing to pay. I was able to get this great Art Deco ring at a price of $79. It is 14k yellow gold with green jade and lapis stones. The ring came from a great seller [bre-chlo] and I couldn't be more satisfied with my eBay purchase! Read More

Education & Advice

Worldwide Ring Sizer

Travelingcan be the best time to pick up some great jewelry for your collection.  Don't be caught off guard when figuring out your ring size in countries like England, Japan, Germany & France.  Here is a handy chart that gives you USA equivalents.  Just print and go!  Happy Travels and Treasure Hunting! courtesy of Kabiri Read More

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Antique & Vintage Jewelry

Beladora: Glitz from the Past

Don't have the time to strut your stuff on Rodeo Drive?  Luckily Beladora is online and you can shop whenever without leaving the comforts of your home.  Browse through hundreds of vintage and estate jewels, even designer pieces like Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Chopard, David Webb and many more.  Check back frequently for more additions, and check out their "mini-me" version called Beladora 2, with a more affordable, less ornate selection. These earrings are destined for the red carpet! 18k yellow and blackened gold, with turquoise and diamonds. Total diamond weight: 2.11 carats! And, hey everyone needs a good pair of chandelier earrings. Price: $1850 Bangles are always chic, but add some bright coral and you've got yourself a knock out piece! Circa 1965, this bracelet has 18k yellow and white gold with diamonds and coral intertwined. Price: $4250 Elegant emerald necklace--so delicate and truly a statement of its time. From 1965, it is done in none other than platinum. Beladora describes it as having a 'negligee' style. Price: $14500 Sometimes pearl necklaces all look the same to me! However, this pearl necklace is unlike any I've seen. The clasp is gorgeous, featuring a diamond and six sapphires. Now, if your necklace is on backwards, it will look better! Price: $535.50 Read More

Antique & Vintage Jewelry

Valentine’s Day, 2009

Happy Valentine's Day! Whether you love or loathe February 14th, these beautiful jewels will brighten your day! 12 carats of sparkle!  Maybe you're celebrating 12 years, or 12 is a significant number in your life, this would be the perfect ring. The heart-shaped citrine is flanked by two round diamonds. From Ross-Simons Estate Collection and priced at $956. This sentimental necklace is from Doyle & Doyle. The heart is amethyst and features a triple ring of diamonds. So delicate and pretty! Price: $2800 What a treat this would be if this was a gift to be unwrapped for Valentine's Day?! This brooch has a romantic, whimsical quality and features 0.35 carats of diamonds. It would go great pinned to a scarf. Priced at $13600 and showcased as Ylang|23's Estate Collection. Beautiful diamond necklace...18k white gold...delicate chain...what more could you want? Well, there is more! This heart pendant doubles as a locket, making it the ultimate sentimental piece you will always treasure. Price: $5800 from Delamina. Read More

Celebrity Jewelry

LookBook: A Bold Turquoise Ring

Mary-Kate spices up a solid black dress by adding some bold jewelry. The ring definitely catches your eye and a closer look reveals that it is actually turquoise.  The ring is a round, cabochon cut with stones circling around the perimeter--looks as though the stones are diamonds. Ross-Simons Estate Collection has a very similar ring, seen below. Circa 2000, this ring is only 9 years old. The turquoise is surrounded by .75 carats and set in 18k white gold. Priced at $1836--Mary-Kate's is most likely more! Read More