Making a piece of jewelry is always a challenge but it’s easier if you work it through in your mind before you begin, and then convince yourself that this is a good starting point. The gem I am working with is a lovely and unusual cut, a square cushion shaped garnet with a modified step cut crown and multi-faceted ...
From the Bench: Handcrafting a Garnet and Pearl Necklace CLICK HERE TO VIEW POST
By Erika W. According to international press, three coordinated bombings hit Mumbai between 6:50pm and 7:00pm on July 13. Targeted were the Zaveri Bazaar, the Opera House district, and the neighborhood of Dadar. JCK will be blogging live news as they get more information. Our hearts go out to those affected by...
Breaking News – Terrorist Attack Hits Mumbai Diamond District CLICK HERE TO VIEW POST
By Erika W. Legendary jewelry house Fabergé has announced its first collection of jeweled eggs since 1917. The couture line of eggs, “Les Fameux de Fabergé," will be on exhibition from July 18 to August 21 at Fabergé Geneva. The new Fabergé eggs pay homage to the original Russian Imperial eggs designed by Peter...
Fabergé to Unveil New Jeweled Egg Collection CLICK HERE TO VIEW POST
By Erika W. The Bruce Museum explores the intimate art of adornment with a new exhibition, Bijoux: The Origins and Impact of Jewelry. An array of jewelry, mineral specimens and gemstones illustrates the evolution of personal ornamentation. "Jewelry. It is the universal means to transmit personal informati...
New Exhibition – Bijoux: The Origins and Impact of Jewelry CLICK HERE TO VIEW POST
By Erika W. Fabulous Jewelry Shared by Pricescope Members This week's featured jewel is star rose quartz ring posted by Fly Girl. Thanks everyone for posting your gorgeous jewelry in the Show Me the Bling forum! Posted by Fly Girl My Star Rose Quartz Ring Fly Girl's ring features a 6.81 carat star ...
Jewel of the Week – Star Rose Quartz in 22k Gold CLICK HERE TO VIEW POST
By Erika W. Forbes Lifestyle: Prince William And Kate Middleton Presented With Diamonds The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge received a Harry Winston diamond brooch and a pair of diamond cufflinks while visiting Yellowknife, Canada. Read the article at forbes.com. Photo: Chris Jackson-Pool/Getty Images Je...
Royal Jewelry News Roundup – July 2011 CLICK HERE TO VIEW POST
By Jessica VandenHouten of Jewelers Mutual Insurance Company The stress of picking out the perfect engagement ring, purchasing it, and then mustering up the courage to propose can make men a nervous wreck. It makes perfect sense why the proposal brings so much pressure. Especially since the precious ring is often...
10 Tips to Get You to the Proposal without Losing the Ring CLICK HERE TO VIEW POST
By Erika W. Highlights from Couture 2011 Inspired by nature, Yasuko Azuma's textural gold jewelry is a fresh option for everyday wear. Finely hammered gold, smooth satin finishes and loose organic shapes create natural refinement with subtle detail. The designer forms leaves and vines in rich gold with unique ...
Textural Gold Jewelry from Yasuko Azuma CLICK HERE TO VIEW POST
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