What is Gold Filled?
Ever wondered what gold filled or rolled gold is? Here is the answer.
A Brief History of Signet Rings
Many love the look of Signet Rings but their importance goes way beyond style. Signet rings have been around for thousands of years, since Biblical times. They are mentioned in…
Lanvin Necklace in MOD Lucite
Oh, so MOD! Vintage 1960's authentic Lanvin Bijoux large Lucite tablet pendant on snake chain.This is a spectacular piece, signed "Lanvin, Paris" on the back of the pendant. Pendant measures…
Ruby : The Juicy July Birthstone
Ruby is one of my favorite stones. With shades ranging from Pigeon's Blood to juicy raspberry, what is there not to love? It looks great on many different skin tones…
Vintage Jewelry – What is it?
There is a lot of confusion about the term "Vintage Jewelry" or "Vintage Jewellery". Let me try to clarify this issue for you once and for all and give you…
Olaf Skogfoors
Olaf Skoogfors was born in Sweden in 1930. Early in his childhood, he moved to the United States with his family, settling in Philadelphia, PA. His father was a mechanical…
Van Cleef & Arpels Solar System Planetarium Wrist Watch
Many who are new to watch collecting ask me what a complication is. Complications have been around for centuries when renowned watch makers of Europe would try to "out create"…
Alexander McQueen’s Last Show – Watch it
If you love Avant Garde fashion you heard of Alexander McQueen. He was one of the most brilliant minds of our new century. His collections are truly art to wear and…
Vivienne Westwood on Shopping, Individuality and Survival
If there was ever a real connection between rock and fashion, Vivienne Westwood and Malcolm McLaren (of Sex Pistols fame) are the living proof of that. Their little shop "World's…
Record Breaking Appraisal at Antiques Roadshow
If you like Antiques and Collectibles you probably enjoy watching the Antiques Roadshow on PBS. The thrill of the hunt becomes ever more alluring with each great find. Just this…