Author Archives: jan

Vintage and Antique Engagement Rings Earth Day Friendly

Posted on April 15, 2012 by jan

When the euphoria of being madly in love enters the picture, concern for the environment is usually the last thing on couples’ minds. But as Earth Day 2012 approaches, it’s important to point out that the grandest of romantic gestures … Continue reading →

Posted in Antique rings | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Top 10 Comments an Inexperienced Antique Jewelry Appraiser Might Make

Posted on March 29, 2012 by jan

10. “I can appraise anything.” – The truth is a trained appraiser can appraise anything, including antique jewelry, but if she lacks additional training in gems, metals and jewelry periods, she must have the help of experts if her appraisal … Continue reading →

Posted in Antique Jewelry | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Antique Trends

Posted on February 25, 2012 by jan

When the leading antique and collectibles sites recently performed a year-end assessment to come up with their annual Top Ten list trends, antique jewelry made a prominent showing in 2011. For the antique and collectibles price guide publisher and go-to … Continue reading →

Posted in Antique rings | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Antique Jewelry For Valentine’s Day

Posted on January 31, 2012 by jan

When one of the nation’s leading department stores recently conducted a Valentine’s Day survey, an overwhelming majority of female respondents indicated that if they could only have one gift this February 14th holiday, they would want it to be jewelry. … Continue reading →

Posted in Antique rings | Tagged | Leave a comment

Rose Cut Diamond Rings

Posted on August 15, 2011 by jan

Jewelry admirers started their love affair with rose cut diamonds when the cut was first introduced in the 1400s. Today, those who prefer the fire and brilliance of today’s modern brilliant cut diamond feel a rose cut is glassy, almost … Continue reading →

Posted in Antique rings | Tagged | 2 Comments

August Newsletter

Posted on August 14, 2011 by jan

Beautifully crafted jewelry to celebrate your love and your life

Posted in Antique Jewelry Newsletters 2011 | Tagged | 1 Comment

June Newsletter

Posted on August 14, 2011 by jan

Summer’s here. Relax. Celebrate. Buy something you love

Posted in Antique Jewelry Newsletters 2011 | Tagged | Leave a comment

May Newsletter

Posted on August 14, 2011 by jan

Unique gift ideas for Mother’s Day

Posted in Antique Jewelry Newsletters 2011 | Tagged | Leave a comment

April Newsletter

Posted on August 14, 2011 by jan

Celebrate your love with a champagne diamond engagement ring

Posted in Antique Jewelry Newsletters 2011 | Tagged | Leave a comment

March Newsletter

Posted on August 14, 2011 by jan

New jewelry designs for spring

Posted in Antique Jewelry Newsletters 2011 | Tagged | Leave a comment