Jewelry Blog
75-Carat Briolette Diamond, Exceptional Emeralds to Highlight Christie's Hong Kong Auction
Mon, 13 May 2013By Erika Winters
Christie's Hong Kong is offering the largest briolette-cut diamond to ever appear at auction at its upcoming Magnificent Jewels sale on May 28, 2013. Weighing 75.36 carats, the D color, type IIa, and internally flawless briolette diamond is suspended from a marquise-cut purplish-pink diamond. The diamond necklace is expected to fetch between $8.5 million and $12.5 million.
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April Babies, Diamond Lovers: Here's an Infographic Just for You
Wed, 03 Apr 2013By Erika Winters
Ahhh, diamonds! If there is one prevailing theme on Pricescope's forums, it's the mutual love for April's birthstone. And to celebrate this month's gem, Brilliance.com has produced a fun infographic showcasing the history, romance, and allure of the world's most widely-known gemstone.
An incredible diamond, the 76-carat Archduke Joseph diamond fetched $21.5 million at Christie's Geneva on November 13, 2012.
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Bejeweled in Blue: 6 Aquamarine Pinterest Boards to Follow
Thu, 07 Mar 2013By Erika Winters
March babies will delight in finding an ocean of aquamarine jewelry inspiration on Pinterest. From contemporary couture to breathtaking antique jewels, aqua lovers will see outstanding uses of the serene blue gem in myriad designs on the popular image-sharing site. And while many think of aquamarine as a pale, watery (no pun), and passive blue, the Pinterest images below show the sheer color variety of this gem. Colors range from bright "Santa Maria" blue to seafoam's bluish-green with a host of shades in between. So make sure you visit the boards linked below to dive into spring with aquamarine!
Cartier Art Deco aquamarine and diamond necklace/brooch • Image Source: Kathryn Bonanno • via Deborah Dickinson's Jewels - Aquamarine board on Pinterest
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Wendy Brandes Amethyst Marie Antoinette Earrings for February
Fri, 15 Feb 2013By Erika Winters
Need a stunning dose of royal purple this February? Wendy Brandes' Marie Antoinette earrings deliver with the pomp and complexity of one of the most fashionable and ill-fated monarchs in history. Ample custom-cut amethysts--each over 25 carats--wrapped in vines of pavé-set tsavorite garnets evoke the French monarchy's grip on the young queen. (If you haven't already, do read Marie Antoinette: The Journey by Antonia Fraser, for unique perspective on this often misunderstood royal.)
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Garnet Splendor for January: Jewels from Ivy New York
Tue, 15 Jan 2013By Erika Winters
If you are seeking a veritable fantasy of the world's most exquisite colored gems set in stunning designs, look no further than Ivy New York. Ivy features designs from gemstone dealer Vladyslav Yavorskyy, who co-wrote Terra Spinel with renowned gemologist Richard W. Hughes. Yavorskyy travels the world to find the most incredible gems, including garnet, January's birthstone, in all of its species and varieties. From tsavorites and demantoids to spessartites and color-change garnets, Ivy delivers a rare splendor of color and unique design.
Tsavorite (8.66 carats), demantoid (6.14 carats), and diamond earrings by Ivy New York
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Tiffany's 175th Anniversary Tanzanite Jewels for December
Mon, 10 Dec 2012By Erika Winters
This year Tiffany & Co. celebrates its 175th anniversary with new collections showcasing rare, colored gemstones that pay tribute to the company's history. Included in Tiffany's Jewels of a Magnificent Legacy collections are statement pieces featuring tanzanite, one of December's birthstones and a gem variety named by Tiffany.
The Tiffany Anniversary Tanzanite necklace prior to setting • Photo: Tiffany & Co.
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Citrine Dreams from Goshwara's Gossip Collection
Mon, 19 Nov 2012By Erika Winters
Goshwara's Gossip collection packs a punch with golden citrine set in 18k gold. With grand cushion and emerald-cut citrines, Gossip nods to the mid-century with a contemporary twist: timeless and playful, these jewels will take you from work to cocktails. Bold bracelets, earrings, and rings deliver a healthy dose of sophistication in classic style. Chic, tailored, and warm...November's birthstone never looked so good.
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Mimi So's ZoZo Boulder Opal Necklace for October
Thu, 04 Oct 2012By Erika Winters
If you want to fall in love with opals (and tourmalines!) this October, look no further than Mimi So's "ZoZo" boulder opal necklace. The necklace, a personal favorite from this year's Couture Design Awards, holds a mesmerizing 147.53-carat boulder opal set with organic pavé diamond detailing. The vivid blue-green opal is suspended from two gem-set strands, mixing opals and tourmalines: the best of both worlds for October babies...or anyone dreaming of Caribbean blue.
Photo courtesy of Mimi So
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Bonhams to Offer a 43.16-carat Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Mon, 10 Sep 2012By Erika Winters
What better way to celebrate our September birthdays than with a 43.16-carat sapphire and diamond ring by Van Cleef and Arpels? Bonhams Hong Kong has announced an exclusive sale of eight jewels including this rare Ceylon sapphire ring.
Image: Bonhams
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Omi Privé's 12.77-Carat Peridot and Diamond Ring for August
Tue, 07 Aug 2012By Erika Winters
Fresh and green, Omi Privé's 12.77-carat peridot ring enlivens our spirits during the dog days of summer. The August birthstone is set with diamonds in an 18k white gold split-shank ring.
Photo courtesy of Omi Privé.
