Dion Abadi·Just nowBuying Jade at Auction? Know Jadeite, Nephrite and the Look-AlikesJade turns up at a lot of jewelry and estate auctions, in bangles, carvings, pendants and rings. It can be a wonderful thing to collect…
Krishmahajan Rj·8h agoWhite Gold Round Laboratory-Grown Diamond Cluster Sunburst Pendant with Pave Swirl Frame: Sunlight…The White Gold Round Laboratory-Grown Diamond Cluster Sunburst Pendant with Pave Swirl Frame captures something people have tried to wear…
Stella | Tokyo Pearl Specialist·14h agoJapanese Akoya Pearls vs South Sea Pearls: What’s the Actual Difference?By Stella | Tokyo Pearl Specialist
Dion Abadi·1d agoBuying a Cameo at Auction? Know Shell, Stone and MoldedCameos are a favorite of mine at jewelry auctions. A good one is a small carving done by hand, and you can still find fine examples at fair…
AccsWholesale·1d agoWhat Metal Is Best for Turquoise Jewelry?Compare sterling silver and gold for turquoise jewelry, with practical guidance on settings, care, and sourcing.
Dion Abadi·2d agoBuying a Brooch at Auction? Check the Pin and the CatchBrooches are some of the best values I see at jewelry auctions. Fewer people bid on them than on rings or necklaces, so a well-made piece…
Dion Abadi·3d agoBuying Opals at Auction? Check for Cracks and CrazingOpals can look incredible in a catalog photo. That play of color catches the light and makes people raise their paddles fast. The quiet…
Dion Abadi·4d agoBuying Earrings at Auction? Make Sure They’re a True PairEarrings look simple in a catalog photo. Two stones, two posts, done. But a mismatched pair is one of the most common quiet problems I see…
picturesque9999·5d agoPoints to consider — whether you are already in the fashion accessories industry or are about to…Introduction
Stella | Tokyo Pearl Specialist·5d agoHanadama Pearls: What the Certificate Actually Proves – Notes from TokyoThe word is everywhere. What it means depends on which laboratory signed the paper.
