Something we get asked about all the time are creative ways to wear jewelry in a nontraditional way. We thought it would be a great topic to focus on here, and figured we would show you some fresh ways to wear brooches and necklaces! So here are some stylish and functional ways to wear some […]
Some antique styles continue to inspire yet can often be difficult to find. This is where vintage inspired fills an important niche. For clients who love the vintage look, but might wish for newer materials for peace of mind! Or maybe a slight variation on a classic look is desired! Whatever the reason, we have […]
During these unusual times, we wanted to remind everyone about the quality of small businesses in the North Loop of Minneapolis. These businesses offer a diverse collection of wares and combine to make the North Loop one of the most pleasant areas in Minnesota to shop. A Saturday spent window shopping in this area will […]
Happy Earth Day! Animal companionship has been celebrated throughout all of human history, so animal jewelry is about as old as jewelry itself. A central concept to many types of jewelry is that of the talisman, or an object believed to have magical powers that are imbued upon the wearer. Jewelry created in the image […]
During this time of uncertainty we also want to point to the many ways our robust social media presence can be a convenient way to continue shopping for any and all pieces of jewelry you are after. In case you didn’t know, all of our inventory is listed here on our website and we will […]
This week we are celebrating the Aquamarine, a stone with history dating back to ancient Egypt and Sumeria. The stone was probably first named “aqua marina” by Roman fisherman who would wear the stone to provide bountiful catches and safety on their journey. Aquamarine lore includes the ability to protect wearers from poison and if […]
To celebrate Women’s History Month, we wanted to showcase some of the incredible women who have a history associating them with jewelry, and specific types of jewelry moreover. The list contains many actresses, but also some prominent politicians and artists, and we hope to shed some light on the styles of these amazing women. Queen […]
The halo ring dates back as early as the Georgian era in Europe, at that time stone diameters were nearly the same size. The design, made to enhance the size and appearance of the center stone. During the Victorian era, halo engagement rings became even more popular but colored stones were often used as the […]
This week we are celebrating the amethyst, the birthstone of February. The ancient Greeks believed that amethysts were dyed purple by the tears of Dionysus, the god of wine and celebration. Amethyst also has a rich history in the Catholic church as papal rings were amethyst because purple was the royal color that symbolized Christ. […]
This week we have a splendid group of jewelry making use of enamel! Enamel has been used to adorn jewelry for thousands of years, and still today it is a delightful and affordable way to add color to metal. The beauty of enamel from the jewelers perspective is also that no matter what type of […]
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