Antique Jewelry History

Claddagh Rings: History, Meaning, and Lore

Claddagh Rings: History, Meaning, and Lore

Learn the history of this iconic Irish symbol that has endured for 400 years.

Golden Years: Etruscan Revival Jewelry

Golden Years: Etruscan Revival Jewelry

The Etruscan jewelry style and how it influenced the Victorian Era.

Art Deco Diamond Dinner Ring

The Big Guide to Art Deco Jewelry

The history, style, and influence of jewelry in the Art Deco era.

Vintage plastic and Bakelite bracelets

Plastic Fantastic: Bakelite, Celluloid, & Vintage Plastic Jewelry

Become a vintage plastic jewelry collector with this primer.

siam silver thai nielloware jewelry

Thai Silver & Nielloware Jewelry

Learn the history and process of this highly collectable jewelry.

enamel jewelry history

The History of Enamel Jewelry

Explore the many different kinds of enamel and the history of its use in jewelry.

market square jewelers custom engraving signet ring

Golden Signatures: The History of Signet Rings

Learn the history of signet rings and how their purpose changed over the centuries.

antique lavalier pendant history

The History & Beauty of the Lavalier

The origins and evolution of this iconic necklace.

old mine cut diamond

Old Mine Cut Diamonds: What They Are & Why We Love Them

Learn the origins and characteristics of this beloved antique diamond.

die struck filigree method history

Struck By Light: Art Deco Filigree Jewelry History & Method

Learn how the die struck method was used to create Art Deco filigree.

pietra dura jewelry

Pietra Dura Jewelry and the Art of Mosaic

Learn about this beautiful art form and how it differs from other mosaic jewelry.

history of rose gold jewelry

The Evolution of Rose Gold Jewelry

Rose gold has undergone a dramatic transformation over the last century.

history of camphor glass

The History and Early Origins of Camphor Glass

From mourning to fashion, camphor glass has a fascinating history.

history of black hills gold

The History of Black Hills Gold

Believed to have been inspired by a vision, this classic jewelry style is steeped in myth.

history of dinner rings

The History of Dinner Rings

You've heard of cocktail rings, but how about dinner rings?

Victorian mourning jewelry hair locket

Victorian Mourning Jewelry

From hair jewelry, to wearable urns, learn about the origins of this somber fashion trend.

jewelry superstitions

Cursed Gems and Jewelry Superstitions

The origins of jewelry superstitions and why opals aren't actually bad luck.

Egyptian revival jewelry

From Pharaoh to Fashion: A History of Egyptian Revival Jewelry

How discoveries from Ancient Egypt influenced jewelry design in the modern era.