Platinum: The Mysterious Metal
Through much of its history platinum has intrigued, baffled, flummoxed and fascinated scientists and alchemists until this noble metal was finally tamed at the turn of the 20th century.
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10 Tips for Evaluating Antique Jewelry
Floral motif Victorian era silver topped gold brooch, en tremblant, set with old mine and rose cut diamonds, converts to hair ornament, French assay marks, infitted case by Henri Blanc Paris.
It’s a Very Peri Year
From Left to Right: Pink sapphire, diamond and platinum ring from David Gross; Antique carved emerald, diamond, black onyx and 18-karat white gold pendant from Rawat Gems LLC; Mediterranean coral, diamond and 18-karat gold flower brooch/pendant, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, from Spectra Fine Jewelry, all on a Very Peri background
New Jewelry Books on Bulgari & Cartier
From left to right: Cover for Bulgari Magnifica: The Power Women Hold published by © Rizzoli
Are Signed Jewelry Pieces More Valuable?
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Platinum Snowflake Bracelet, Photo Courtesy: J.
The History of Jewelry: Joseph Saidian & Sons
David Webb, objet d’art Looking at beautiful jewels is truly one of life’s greatest pleasures and in the book, The History of Jewelry: Joseph Saidian & Sons, there is plenty to en
5 Reasons to Sell Vintage Jewelry in Your Store
Art Deco Brooch.