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The Splendour of Spinel, part 3: Early Exploitation
Even though it is a lesser known gemstone, spinel’s history still stretches at least as far back as pre-Christian antiquity; some of the oldest kno...
The Allure of Aquamarine, part 2 - Legends and Lore
Aquamarine has a long history as a revered gemstone. Blue and colourless beryls are thought to have been known to the Sumerians and Semitic peoples...
An Overview of Belle Epoch Jewellery
The Belle Epoch (Original French: “La Belle Époque”; English: “The Beautiful Era” or “The Beautiful Age”) was a historical period that ...
Origins of Ametrine, Part 2: The Legend of Bolivianite
There are a number of locations where ametrine has been known to occur naturally, but the stone is somewhat rare and there is only one place where ...
Female Jewellery Designers who Pavéd the Way: Marianne Ostier (1902-1976)
Marianne Ostier. Image: Macklowe Gallery
Already an accomplished painter and sculptor who attended the Vienna Academy of Arts and Crafts (now the U...
Female Jewellery Designers who Pavéd the Way: Charlotte Isabella Newman (1836-1920)
At a time when women were virtually unheard of in the jewellery design business, talented goldsmith Charlotte Newman was bravely stamping her trade...
Black History Month Spotlight: Ancient African Jewellery
As jewellery continues to evolve across cultures and generations, one thing remains a constant truth: it will always be an important part of societ...
Origins of Ametrine, Part 2: The Legend of Bolivianite
By Yaĝé Enigmus
There are a number of locations where ametrine has been known to occur naturally, but the stone is somewhat rare and there is only ...
Famous Sapphire Jewellery, Part 8: Circlet of the Imperial State Crown, Home of the Stuart Sapphire
The circlet of the Imperial State Crown of Britain holds the Stuart Sapphire. Bearing the name of the Stuart Dynasty, the Stuart Sapphire is a lar...
Famous Sapphire Jewellery, Part 7: The Maltese Cross of the Imperial State Crown, Home of St. Edward's Sapphire
What is perhaps the most well known piece of British sapphire regalia is the Imperial State Crown. British monarchs have worn some form of the Imp...
Famous Sapphire Jewellery, Part 6: Exquisite Jewels of Elizabeth II
The Royal Family of Britain possesses countless gemstone laden treasures, many of which feature sapphires. Queen Elizabeth II watches over many o...
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 princ...