Riding horses is a skill that has been practiced since man and horse met. Not sure when equestrian inspired motifs were incorporated into jewelry, but I’ve seen many Georgian and Victorian pieces with horse-related themes. Whether it’s an actual horse, a horse bit, or a horse rein or… Read More
Elyse Karlin, co-director of the ASJRA (Association for the Study of Jewelry & Related Arts) is teaming up with a few other to try and put together a documentary about jewelry. Help support the cause! Here’s what she has to say: “Jewelry is… Read More
Talk about curated, Cleo Walker Vintage & Estate Jewelry has numerous pieces of fine jewelry that are on-point with so many of the trends that are popular right now. Whether you want a big, bold statement necklace in bright yellow gold, or a cocktail ring… Read More
I will be forever obsessed with snake motif jewelry–both antique and modern. The snake has been charming jewelry boxes since the Victorian Era and has been said to symbolize eternity, everlasting love, life and protection. Not sure exactly why snake jewelry fascinates me; if I were to see a… Read More
In some movies, the jewelry is the essence of the entire film. Most gangster movies are filled with pinky rings with loud, foul-mouthed Italian men sporting them. The movie Casino is different and that’s why I like it so much. Sharon Stone plays a woman named Ginger who… Read More
All jewelry from Lang’s Antiques in San Francisco, California! Necklace: Antique Festoon necklace, Victorian Era, price: $77500 Ring: 1.10 carat diamond ring, late Art Deco early Retro period, price: $8250 Bracelet: Edwardian diamond and synthetic sapphire bracelet, gold and platinum, price: $2750… Read More
