Purple is a color that has long been associated with royalty and nobility, it represents wealth extravagance, devotion, and wisdom....

Have you ever talked to an expert in a field, and they keep using words and phrases that you don’t understand? Me too! The jewelry world...

Most of us grew up recycling our cans and paper goods, but did you know that you can recycle your jewelry? It is kind of a weird way of...

I want to share with you the story of Botswana as it pertains to diamonds. Natural diamonds have an underlining bad rap in our culture,...

Did you know that Tucson, Arizona is world famous for its gem and mineral shows? The shows began in the 1950’s by the Tucson Gem and...

When you think of Garnets, what color do you associate with it? Most people are going to say red, and that’s because before modern...

Turquoise is the third birthstone for December along with Tanzanite and Blue Zircon. It is one of the oldest celebrated gemstones in...

News flash! December has THREE birthstones to celebrate with, and here is where we talk about the most misunderstood December birthstone,...

Most people don’t know that if you are born in December, you get to choose from three beautiful gemstones for your birthstone! Tanzanite...

Jewelry is a great gift to give during the holidays because when taken care of, it can last several lifetimes. Also, whenever he or she...

Holiday proposals are very exciting and one of the most popular times to get engaged.  It is also one of the most nerve-wracking events...

Most people I know do not like their November birthstone, Topaz, and I can see their point.  For years, department stores, selling poorly...

Every bride is unique and has her own take on how she wants to appear on her wedding day. Most wedding dresses are classic, though, and...

As I watch the beautiful fall leaves turn colors and swirl in the wind, it got me thinking of the various colors of gold.  Most of us...

My client was going through her home to declutter and get rid things she was no longer using, which included things in her jewelry box....

Our last Ominous October blog post is a scary story, you may want to dim the lights. Once, there was this woman who bought herself….an...

In today’s Ominous October blog series, let’s talk about the phenomena of mourning jewelry, or as I lovingly call it, goth jewelry....

When most people think of mining in California, they tend to think about the famous gold rush in Northern California, but did you know...

Gemstones are amazing, natural wonders! Throughout history, gemstones have been used in jewelry, in magic spells (ancient Sumerians),...

Many people plan their wedding day from months to years before it happens, and there is one piece advice that no one is talking about....