Just listed a vintage pendant from the 1980s on eBay. Check it out and bid if you love it! It was hard to let it go, but it is that time of year! Hopefully it brings someone else a smile to their face and passed down through future generations. Read More
Victoria's Secret has always brought us beautiful lingerie, clothing and beauty products...but I've always looked forward to the release of the new swimwear every year. This year I noticed something more than just great suits and beachwear--really pretty jewelry combinations. The jewelry styling was perfect for every outfit. Whoever is responsible for this fabulous work--great job! Here are my two favorites. I love the necklace combination in the top photo and how perfect is just the one hinge bangle with the oversized blue blouse? Lovely. Read More
Thank you Eva Mendes! Winner of best jewelry [from us at Gem Gossip] at the 66th Annual Golden Globe Awards. Read More
Delamina is not only easy to navigate, but with every click you'll discover some breathtaking jewels! Every designer has something unique to bring to the table. The best part, in my opinion, is Delamina's philosophy: for any woman out there who doesn't need a man to lavish her with jewelry--why not reward yourself! Every piece is like it has been hand-picked by your very own personal stylist. The quality and workmanship is remarkable. Check out my favorites below and see for yourself at delamina.com Spread the word! Designer: Crysobel, 18k sapphire earrings, Price: [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="367" caption="Designer: Crysobel, 18k sapphire earrings, Price: $1400"][/caption]400 Designer: Barry Kronen, 18k diamond & sapphire necklace, Price: [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="323" caption="Designer: Barry Kronen, 18k diamond & sapphire necklace, Price: $1705"][/caption]705 Designer: Talisman Unlimited, multi sapphire ID bracelet, Price: 180 Designer: Ginger Peachy Designs, 14k pink sapphire disc earrings, Price: [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="234" caption="Designer: Ginger Peachy Designs, 14k pink sapphire disc earrings, Price: $1085"][/caption]085 [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="280" caption="Designer: Heston Designs, 18k diamond & rubber bracelet, Price: $7000"][/caption] Designer: Barry Kronen, 18k ruby & diamond lariat, Price: [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="198" caption="Designer: Barry Kronen, 18k ruby & diamond lariat, Price: $15160"][/caption]5160 Read More
The Victorian Era of jewelry, a time of romanticism, begins around 1835 and ends around 1890. Queen Victoria was of whom this entire era was named after--she was not only the ruler of all England at the time, but a highly looked upon trendsetter, admired by everyone. Her marriage and wedding to Albert portrays many attributes of the time--Victoria was presented with an engagement ring that featured a snake with an emerald-set head (birthstones rather than diamonds were used in engagment rings, and snakes were a symbol of eternal love). Her wedding dress featured a large sapphire and diamond brooch, which was given to her from Albert the day before their wedding. With the death of Albert some 20 years later, this tragic event influenced the world of jewelry. Having Queen Victoria constantly wearing black, black enameling became very popular as well as jet beads. Some motifs and distinctive elements of this time period: Hearts--jewelry was very sentimental anchors, snakes, crosses, birds, clasping hands, flowers Greek, Etruscan, Egyptian revival filigree work of gold--since gold was still limited lockets--which held photos or hair jet, black enameling--after Albert's death dragons, crescent moons, stars, butterflies, salamanders--late Victorian Era Important People of the Time: Carlo Giuliano Castellani Read More
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