Acquisitions expert Cristina Mattern recounts the sentimental history and modern appeal of these talismanic jewels. When did lockets first appear? Lockets have been popular for more […]
Gary Michaels: A new chapter in a luxury legacy – Jewelry Connoisseur
The owners of this fine jewelry store in Manalapan, New Jersey, are building on a family tradition of excellence. Third-generation jeweler Michael Littman remembers picking up […]
Signets of the times – Jewelry Connoisseur
The new generation of this traditional ring is playful, quirky and deeply personal. Signet rings started out as the most formal piece of jewelry imaginable, […]
How to capitalize on the vintage jewelry boom – Jewelry Connoisseur
Experts offer advice on how to create or expand your own antique and vintage jewelry department. Most retailers buying antique and vintage jewelry for their […]
JV Insardi is the toast of New York – Jewelry Connoisseur
Newcomer Jen Insardi uses wax carving to produce the undulating gold forms of her award-winning JV Insardi collection. She only debuted her JV Insardi jewelry […]
Topaz: A versatile gemstone with pizzazz – Jewelry Connoisseur
This relatively plentiful stone is available in a swath of beautiful hues that jewelry customers can’t help but love. Topaz has been known and admired […]