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Jewelry of the Victorian Romantic Era
Victoria was crowned Queen of the United Kingdom in 1837 at the age of eighteen, inheriting the throne after the death of her uncle. The following decades would see enormous...
Jewelry of the Victorian Romantic Era
Victoria was crowned Queen of the United Kingdom in 1837 at the age of eighteen, inheriting the throne after the death of her uncle. The following decades would see enormous...
The History of Costume Jewelry
Costume jewelry, or fashion jewelry, is made from non-precious materials. Before costume jewelry became popular, fine jewelry was only affordable for the wealthiest and served as both an investment and...
The History of Costume Jewelry
Costume jewelry, or fashion jewelry, is made from non-precious materials. Before costume jewelry became popular, fine jewelry was only affordable for the wealthiest and served as both an investment and...
An Introduction to Edwardian Jewelry
After Queen Victoria died in 1901, Edward VII, then 60 years old, finally ascended to the British throne. A notorious playboy and gambler excluded from the political arena during his...
An Introduction to Edwardian Jewelry
After Queen Victoria died in 1901, Edward VII, then 60 years old, finally ascended to the British throne. A notorious playboy and gambler excluded from the political arena during his...
Sunken Treasure and Stolen Jewels: Emeralds Thr...
On September 4, 1622, a convoy of 28 Spanish ships departed Havana, stuffed to the brim with treasure. Hundreds of millions of dollars worth of silver, gold, emeralds, and pearls...
Sunken Treasure and Stolen Jewels: Emeralds Thr...
On September 4, 1622, a convoy of 28 Spanish ships departed Havana, stuffed to the brim with treasure. Hundreds of millions of dollars worth of silver, gold, emeralds, and pearls...
The Art and Science of Gemology
In short, gemology is the scientific study of gemstones. A gemologist identifies, appraises, and certifies gems. Using grading instruments like microscopes, spectroscopes, and refractometers, a gemologist will analyze a stone...
The Art and Science of Gemology
In short, gemology is the scientific study of gemstones. A gemologist identifies, appraises, and certifies gems. Using grading instruments like microscopes, spectroscopes, and refractometers, a gemologist will analyze a stone...
Turquoise – The Gemstone of Heaven and Earth
Turquoise has been used as a decorative stone for thousands of years and is widely known for its appearance. It was one of the first gemstones to be mined and...
Turquoise – The Gemstone of Heaven and Earth
Turquoise has been used as a decorative stone for thousands of years and is widely known for its appearance. It was one of the first gemstones to be mined and...