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The Gemmary’s First Photoshoot!

The Gemmary’s First Photoshoot!

In May 2018, The Gemmary orchestrated a full-day photoshoot to populate our new website with amazing visuals. The concept was to make antique jewelry appealing to future generations. People often...

The Gemmary’s First Photoshoot!

In May 2018, The Gemmary orchestrated a full-day photoshoot to populate our new website with amazing visuals. The concept was to make antique jewelry appealing to future generations. People often...

four necklaces in a white jewelry box on blue velvet with white flower

Art Deco Jewelry: Part 1 the 1920s

The 1920s was a decade of bold transformation, from the rise of jazz and flapper fashion to groundbreaking changes in art and design. Among the most dazzling expressions of this...

Art Deco Jewelry: Part 1 the 1920s

The 1920s was a decade of bold transformation, from the rise of jazz and flapper fashion to groundbreaking changes in art and design. Among the most dazzling expressions of this...

A panoramic view of Taxco, showcasing its historic architecture and mountainous backdrop.

William Spratling and the History of Taxco Silver

William Spratling, the father of the modern Mexican jewelry movement, created jewelry until his untimely death in 1967. Spratling’s lasting legacy will undoubtedly remain in the shining silver hills of...

William Spratling and the History of Taxco Silver

William Spratling, the father of the modern Mexican jewelry movement, created jewelry until his untimely death in 1967. Spratling’s lasting legacy will undoubtedly remain in the shining silver hills of...

A panoramic view of Taxco, showcasing its historic architecture and mountainous backdrop.

A Journey Through Time: Determining the Age of ...

Taxco is a small town nestled in the mountains of Mexico with a rich history in jewelry-making. The city is famous for its beautiful silver pieces, which have attracted collectors...

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A Journey Through Time: Determining the Age of ...

Taxco is a small town nestled in the mountains of Mexico with a rich history in jewelry-making. The city is famous for its beautiful silver pieces, which have attracted collectors...

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A silver tray full of red Bohemian garnet jewelry

Bohemian Garnets: Exotic Allure From the Hills ...

Collectors of vintage and antique jewelry highly prize Bohemian garnets, yet many people remain unaware of these exquisite pieces of jewelry history. Belonging to the pyrope species of garnet, Bohemian...

Bohemian Garnets: Exotic Allure From the Hills ...

Collectors of vintage and antique jewelry highly prize Bohemian garnets, yet many people remain unaware of these exquisite pieces of jewelry history. Belonging to the pyrope species of garnet, Bohemian...

a portrait of a woman with curly blond hair wearing ornate blue and white dress and large diamond earrings

Wear at Your Own Risk – Cursed Gemstones Throug...

The world of gemstones is filled with dazzling treasures, but some come with histories steeped in intrigue, betrayal, and tragedy. Among them, the Sancy Diamond and the Florentine Diamond stand...

Wear at Your Own Risk – Cursed Gemstones Throug...

The world of gemstones is filled with dazzling treasures, but some come with histories steeped in intrigue, betrayal, and tragedy. Among them, the Sancy Diamond and the Florentine Diamond stand...