The Curator's Journal

Famous Sapphire Jewellery, Part 5: Baubles of British Princesses

Princesses of the United Kingdom have been known to wear sapphires almost as much of British Queens. Some of the sapphire jewels that these princesses wear deserve attention amid the many jewelle...

Famous Sapphire Jewellery, Part 3: Fantastic French Treasures

The French are famous for their love of coloured gemstones, and sapphires are no exception. Among the multitudes of jewels to come from France, there are pieces of sapphire jewellery that undoubted...

Famous Sapphire Jewellery, Part 1: Notorious Necklaces

Throughout recorded history, sapphires have captivated humans from across the globe. These entrancing gems have often been associated with wisdom, nobility, and a calm temperament, making them a f...

David's Take on Synthetic Gems

In an interesting change of pace, one of David’s latest videos features his take on synthetic gems!  Watch the video at the end of this post, or click here to watch it on the Skyjems YouTube channe...

Great Emerald Rings of the World, Part 2

By Yaĝé Enigmus One bespoke emerald ring that stands out for its incredible centre stone and unique design is the Stotesbury Emerald ring. The Stotesbury Emerald is a magnificent 34.40 carat hexag...

Great Ruby Rings of the World, Part 2

By Yaĝé Enigmus Among the most prized ruby rings of the world is the Graff Ruby ring. The Graff Ruby originates from the Mogok mining district of Burma and currently sits in a stunning prong setti...

Great Ruby Rings of the World, Part 1

By Yaĝé Enigmus The allure of ruby has always made this gem one of the world's most fascinating treasures. The burning red stone has appeared in countless notable artifact collections and today re...

The History of Custom Engagement Rings Part 4: From the Great Depression to Today

By Yaĝé Enigmus Due to the economic impact of the Great Depression, the ability an average worker had to invest in a custom engagement ring was limited. As a result, custom engagement rings were t...

The History of Custom Engagement Rings Part 3: From the Victorian Era to the Art Deco Movement

By Yaĝé Enigmus During the Victorian era, custom engagement rings became pervasive among the public. After the 1867 identification of massive diamond deposits in South Africa, diamonds began to fl...

The History of Custom Engagement Rings Part 2: Betrothal Rings from the Early Renaissance to the Georgian Era

By Yaĝé Enigmus A notable point in the history of custom engagement rings is the introduction of the diamond engagement ring. The first documented instance in history where a ring featuring a diam...