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Jewelry Road Trip series

Jewelry Road Trip: When in Austin…

Bell & Bird is a little shop that features hand-picked treasures located in Austin, Texas.  Most of the treasures are antique jewelry–like Victorain bangles, mourning rings, diamond cluster rings with Old European cut diamonds, and earrings that date back to the 1800s.  The shop also… Read More

Jewelry Road Trip series

Jewelry Road Trip: When in London…

    Berganza prides itself for having an extensive selection of antique jewelry, with pieces representing the best-of-the-best from each time period. Their jewelry is amazing, with rings from the Art Deco period, mourning jewelry from the Victorian era, and even ancient… Read More

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Jewelry Road Trip: When in Seattle…

Seattle is a beautiful city in the northwest corner of the United States. Any tourist can visit the popular space needle, ride some ferries, check out the aquarium–but the jewelry treasure hunters know to head to Alexandria Rossoff for rare, antique jewels.  Owner Alexandria… Read More

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Lang Antique & Estate Jewelry: Gem Gossip Inside Look

My adventure in California was a whirlwind.  It culminated with me passing my 2-stone diamond grading test at GIA on Friday, followed by a road trip to San Francisco.  I knew I had to stop by Lang Antique & Estate Jewelry since I have been… Read More

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Jewelry Road Trip: When in New York City…

New York City has so much to offer, it is pretty sad that the last time I was in NYC I was in Middle School and went to watch my sister’s gymnastics meet.  I am well overdue for a trip and this summer may be the year to do… Read More

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Jewelry Road Trip: When in Philadelphia…

Taking your jewelry hunting on the road is my most favorite thing to do.  This week we take a look at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where A.Brandt + Son is making a name for themselves.  Owner Annette Brandt has experience selling jewelry for over 25 years.  Her current… Read More