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Antique & Vintage Jewelry

Perfect Pinky Rings

A pinky ring is tricky to pull off, but when done right, it can become your signature look. Below I’ve compiled some options for pinky rings that are great options–they can be worn as pictured above with no other rings, or on a hand with rings on several fingers. Read More

Antique & Vintage Jewelry

Vintage Motif: Open-Link Bracelets

Whether its diamonds, jade, sapphires or rubies, the Art Deco Era used a variety of gemstones to create beautiful bracelets. The open-link motif was popular during the 1920s; above the girl is wearing three stacked on one arm, with another on the other. Open-link bracelets are timeless and are… Read More

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The Couple Behind Erstwhile Jewelry

I had to share this–a neat home tour of the couple behind Ernstwhile Jewelry‘s home in Brooklyn. Photography blogger of From Me To You took all the photos of the abundantly antique residence. I’ve loved Ernstwhile Jewelry and have always enjoyed checking out… Read More

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Photoshoot for Walton’s Antique Jewelry Print Ads

Some shots from a recent photo shoot I did for our latest print ads for where I work. Look out for our ad in Tennessee’s NFocus and YOUR Community magazines. The ring in the photo shoot is a large rectangular chunk of aquamarine that is… Read More

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Vintage Motif: Tassels

Tassels are a popular vintage motif in antique jewelry, especially tassels that use small, freshwater pearls. Making of these kinds of pieces of jewelry date back to the Edwardian Era, where women loved wearing sautoirs. Tassels also look stunning dangling as earrings. One thing I know I will be… Read More

Antique & Vintage Jewelry

Vintage Motif: Elongated Rings

I think I’ve already declared my love/obsession for antique, elongated rings before. However, I’m going to say it again–and with it, some new finds I’ve found that have helped foster my obsession. The Art Deco diamond and sapphire ones are my favorite–I could wear six at once…really. Read More