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Happy Birthday America :: 234 years old

Happy 4th of July!  Hope everyone has a fun and safe holiday weekend.  The best way to accessorize this holiday is by pulling out some patriotic jewelry.  Like sapphires, rubies and diamonds!  That is my kind of red, white and blue! Below >> Rolex watch with sapphires, diamonds and rubies… Read More

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Pretty Little Storefronts

If you ever have your own jewelry shop or have the opportunity (or job description) of creating a vignette for a storefront window, one realizes that it is a lot harder than it seems. I have a huge appreciation for pretty, attention-grabbing storefronts now. I am still unsure as… Read More

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Royal Jewels

photos courtesy of Royal Portraits I love looking at royal crown jewels along with the interesting historical figures who wore or commissioned them. It is such an interesting topic, with loads of books that fulfill the yearning for information.  A common theme… Read More

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Obsession: Taj Taj Rings

Have you heard of Taj Taj? Well, if you read Lucky magazine back in March of 2005 you may remember these gorgeous rings shown in the Lucky Breaks section. Yes, you are probably realizing that my jewelry references date pretty far back. It is fun to… Read More

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Dear Victoire de Castellane…

Dear Victoire de Castellane, You are amazing.  Gem Gossip wants to interview you.  Please email me at charitybracelet@gmail.com  … Read More

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Obsession: Dome Piece

It’s like the cooler and more casual version of the cocktail ring, and it may even be bolder according to some. I’m talking about dome rings. Whether it is glitzed up with gemstones or smoothed down in polished gold, a dome ring will flatter any hand and is… Read More