Jewelry Education

Sterling silver jewelry (as well as other items made of sterling silver) can tarnish when exposed to certain environments which cause chemical reactions on the surface of the metal. Everyday products...

We recommend you periodically clean your jewelry in warm water and mild detergent to maintain its shine. Use a toothbrush or other soft brush to dislodge any pieces of dirt that may be stuck to the...

Keep your gold looking its best by cleaning in warm water with dish soap. Soak, then gently scrub with a clean, soft toothbrush. Rinse in warm water and pat dry. Store individually in its pouch to...

To safely untangle your chain without damage, you will need two fine-point needles and a dab of oil (baby oil, olive oil, vegetable oil, etc.) First, place the chain on a flat surface, as holding the...

Opal flashes colors as the stone moves. This phenomenon is called play-of-color and no two opals are exactly alike. Opals are cut and polished into cabochons to best feature their unique display....

The best way to care for fine jewelry is to periodically clean your pieces using warm water, mild dish soap, and a soft brush. Polish using a soft, lint-free cloth, and store your pieces individually...

Our charms include a jump ring with a 3mm diameter to easily slide over the end rings of our fine-link chains or one of your own. Choose yours individually or paired with a necklace or bracelet....

To safely untangle your chain without damage, you will need two fine-point needles and a dab of oil (baby oil, olive oil, vegetable oil, etc.) First, place the chain on a flat surface, as holding the...

The main difference between these two chain types is the look and thickness. The rope chain consists of many small links crafted to give the effect of strands spiraled together. It is a dainty thin...

Lab diamonds are grown using advanced technology that mimics their formation in nature. As beautiful as natural diamonds, they have the same physical, chemical, and optical properties. A modern...

Lab diamonds are created by recreating the conditions within the earth. There are three key elements, heat, pressure, and carbon. The process varies in duration depending on the size. The diamonds...

Birthstones are gemstones that are traditionally associated with the twelve months of the year. We offer both genuine and simulated birthstones. Certain birthstones such as diamonds, sapphires,...

Birthstones are colored gemstones traditionally associated with the twelve months of the year, and they often correlate with qualities we wish to emulate. Our birthstone jewelry is hand-crafted and...

Opal flashes colors as the stone moves. This phenomenon is called play-of-color and no two opals are exactly alike. Opals are cut and polished into cabochons to best feature their unique display....

Our charms include a jump ring with a 3mm diameter to easily slide over the end rings of our fine-link chains or one of your own. Choose yours individually or paired with a necklace or bracelet....

What is a charm? Charms are individual jewelry pieces that allow you to make unique jewelry designs. We offer three styles of handcrafted charms – necklace and bracelet charms, hoop charms, and...

We print your photos in full color on cut-to-size sterling silver metal and permanently seal them inside your locket using protective jewelry enamel. This process ensures your photos remain vibrant,...

We print your photos in full color on cut-to-size, high-quality photo paper and carefully insert them into your locket. Choosing paper photos allows you to update and change your locket at any time,...

Charms are individual jewelry pieces that allow you to personalize your jewelry. We offer three styles of handcrafted charms – necklace and bracelet charms, hoop charms, and bangle charms....

We offer you the choice of high-quality, full color photo printing on paper or metal and carefully insert your photos into your locket. Choosing paper photos allows you to customize your locket at...

What is a charm? Charms are individual jewelry pieces that allow you to make unique jewelry designs. We offer three styles of handcrafted charms – necklace and bracelet charms, hoop charms, and...

We print your photos in full color on cut-to-size sterling silver metal and permanently seal them inside your locket using protective jewelry enamel. This process ensures your photos remain vibrant,...

We print your photos in full color on cut-to-size, high-quality photo paper and carefully insert them into your locket. Choosing paper photos allows you to update and change your locket at any time,...

We offer you the choice of high-quality, full color photo printing on paper or metal and carefully insert your photos into your locket. Choosing paper photos allows you to customize your locket at...

The term "karat" designates the amount of gold found in a piece of jewelry. Jewelry is commonly made in 10K, 14K, and 18K, as pure gold is mixed with other metals to produce a harder, more workable...

"Green finger" is a reaction to the metal alloys added to genuine silver and gold. As most precious metals are too soft to be used alone in jewelry making, alloys are added to provide the strength...

Hallmarking is a way to define the metal content of a piece of jewelry. Metals are tested and if they meet a certain minimal purity requirement they are marked with a specified seal called a...

The “kt" in 9kt and 14kt gold refers to the carat of gold. The term "karat" (kt) designates the amount of gold found in a piece of jewellery. Pure gold is 24kt and signifies 99.9 percent purity, the...

Vermeil is a specific gold finish – we use vermeil made from a 2.5-micron thick layer of 18K yellow gold plated over solid sterling silver. Gold vermeil is the ultimate balance between fine and...

Gold is a chemical element with a bright, slightly reddish yellow color. This precious metal is soft and malleable and is mixed with other metals to produce harder, more workable metal with a...