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Amorous For Amethyst: February’s Birthstone reveals a rich history
Amethyst with its rich history of royal, spiritual/healing and counter-culture references is the birthstone of February. All of amethyst’s permutations of purple are receiving their fair share of attention in the studios of contemporary designers who rock big, gutsy gemstones as well as the shops and spaces of antique dealers who specialize in 200-year-old period…
Read MoreThe symbolism, superstitions and legends of October’s Birthstone
“There is in them a softer fire than the ruby, there is the brilliant purple of the amethyst, and the sea green of the emerald – all shining together in incredible union. Some by their splendor rival the colors of the painters, others the flame of burning sulphur or of fire quickened by oil.”…
Read MoreFrom modern to antique: The Gemstones For All Seasons
For the past couple of years, the blues have set the mood for both modern and antique jewelry. Turquoise, lapis and blue moonstone have been in and out of style throughout history, but these stones have become staples of the contemporary women’s jewelry wardrobe and coveted gems in the antique enthusiast’s collection. From the…
Read MoreSeptember’s Birthstone is 2000 YEARS OLD AND SHINING AS BRIGHT AS EVER
We are bringing back this story from last year on Sapphires. The article traces some of the history on the legendary gem and many of the celebrities who counted sapphires as their favorites. It is also this month’s birthstone and there are numerous antique, vintage and modern styles from which to choose for lucky September…
Read MoreLika Behar: The Transition of Turquoise
“It gives me such joy to see that women have begun to start thinking of turquoise as a seasonless stone. It’s akin to the way they realized white could still be worn after Labor Day. There would be no newness in fashion if rules weren’t broken — and the same holds true for jewelry.”…
Read MoreA kaleidoscope of Vibrant hues
Similar to the effect we experienced when Dorothy woke up and opened the door to the vibrant technicolor land of Oz—leaving the washed out background of Kansas behind– jewelry designers have awakened us to a season bursting with exuberant color combinations. This mood conjures up the same joy and exhilaration as when we sat crossed-legged…
Read MoreAmorous for Amethyst
Amethyst with its royal, spiritual/healing and counter-culture references returns as the must-have gemstone. Move over rose quartz, Pantone’s 2016 color of the year, and make room for all of amethyst’s permutations of purple. With its rich history, the stone is getting its fair share of attention in the studios of contemporary designers who rock big,…
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