When you first think of pawning jewelry or pawn shops, you may think of the TV show “Pawn Stars,” or maybe even a Quentin Tarantino film. However, pawn shops aren’t just an American practice, although more than 30 million Americans use pawn shops yearly. The practice of pawning has been around for centuries, dating back […]
Category Archives: Jewelry
Humans have spent thousands of years entranced by gemstones and precious metals. In some ways, we’re like fish – we’re attracted to shiny things! That’s why jewelry and gemology are such fascinating subjects with rich histories. It’s also why it’s so difficult to tell the real deal from the imitation. While costume jewelry and diamond […]
Selling your jewelry is all about getting the best deal. To get the most out of your unwanted jewelry, you need to know what the jewelry is worth and where you should and should not sell it. If you’re not careful about where you choose to sell it, you may end up losing a lot […]
Todos nos lavamos las manos con más frecuencia en estos días, o al menos deberíamos hacerlo. Es uno de los componentes más importantes para detener la propagación de COVID-19. ¿Pero desinfecta sus joyas? ¿Y tu reloj? Según los CDC, los estudios han demostrado que la piel debajo de los anillos contiene más gérmenes que la piel […]
There are some pieces of jewelry that every woman should own. They’ll never go out of style, so the money spent will be well worth the years of wear. Here are 7 pieces of jewelry that are totally timeless: Gold Chain A gold chain can be timeless jewelry for men and women alike. For women, […]
2019 fue un gran año para las celebridades que se arrodillaron. Si bien nos entretienen todos los aspectos de los compromisos y bodas de celebridades, prestamos atención a un aspecto en particular: ¡los anillos de compromiso de celebridades, por supuesto! Aquí están nuestras bengalas de celebridades favoritas del año pasado: Scarlett Johansson Ver esta publicación en Instagram […]
We think it’s high time to shine a light on the unsung heroes of the wedding industry: the bridesmaids. Not only are they the trusted confidantes of the brides, but they sacrifice their time, and a sizable chunk of money, to ensure that a wedding day is unforgettable. We’ve come up with a few ways […]
We’ve all faced the dilemma on what to do with inherited jewelry that doesn’t match our lifestyle or personal taste. While you want to honor your loved ones and keep their memories alive, it’s a simple fact that jewelry styles and design change over the years. Perhaps you love the vintage feel that your great […]
Those of you with July birthdays already know your birth month is full of fiery fun. Whether it’s the heat of summer or firecrackers on Independence Day, July has as much vibrancy as its birthstone: the ruby! What’s in a ruby? According to GIA, “chromium is the trace element that causes a ruby’s red, which […]
Lucky you, June babies! You have not one, not two, but THREE lovely gemstones to choose from as your birthstone. Most consider pearls as the primary birthstone for the month of June, while Moonstone and Alexandrite are alternatives. All of these stones are rich in their own unique beauty and history. Keep reading to find […]