Category: Publication
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Stone, Metal and Skin
The colour wheel of gemstones is an exciting palette to choose from. But sometimes too much choice can be confusing! How often have we loved a piece of jewellery in a show case, but when we try it on, it just doesn’t look as good? When shopping for jewellery we usually desire to buy jewels…
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The Dawn of Art Deco Jewellery
The dawn of Art Deco design style originated in France, circa 1910, just before World War I. It is also commonly called “Deco” which derives from the French word Arts Décoratifs. A decade later, through the 20’s and 30’s, this form of art flourished in the United States of America and all over Europe inspiring…
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Our Top 5 Queen Elizabeth II’s Coloured Gemstone Jewellery
Queen Elizabeth II’s Royal Collection defines heirloom jewellery best. Although some of the Queen’s oldest jewellery dates back to the 16th century, most of it is believed to be from the 19th and 20th centuries. She inherited vintage pieces from her mother, grandmother, and previous generations. She also received gifts from key birthdays, her wedding,…
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Aquamarine and Cocktail Dreams!
As calm and serene as the sea, Aquamarine is the sister of the ever-famous Emerald and lesser-known Morganite and Heliodor. Part of the Beryl group, it is better known for its transparency and beautiful light blue tones. Similarly, the colour range is just like the sea, varying from blue to slightly greenish. Ancient Greek mythology…