Vault Peeping: Behind the Scenes With an IGR Gemologist
I was happy to hear from the team at International Gemological Reports (IGR London) recently, and for a couple of reasons. (more…)
A Closer Look at That Bulova Watch in ‘The Queen’s Gambit’
One is more likely to come away from watching Netflix’s superb and hugely popular TV miniseries The Queen’s Gambit with a newfound interest in...
Hammer Time: 12 Jewelry and Watch Auction Lots That Made News in 2020
We weren't able to gather in person very much in 2020, but that didn't stop affluent buyers and collectors from bidding on an array of stunning...
Sneak Peek: See Macklowe Gallery’s Newest Jewels Before Anyone Else
We’ve talked—all year long, it seems—about how the current climate has required retailers to modernize their businesses in a hurry. And those...
Industry Veterans Reinvent Themselves (And Clients’ Old Jewelry)
Some jewelers relish the challenges that come with creating upcycled jewelry designs for clients, and some just aren't into it, often lacking the...
A La Vieille Russie’s Newest Exhibit Is 40 Earrings Strong
Over the weekend, A La Vieille Russie (ALVR) unveiled a new live and virtual exhibit: "Ear Candy: 250 Years of Style." The esteemed New York...
Vrai Goes High-End With Amanda Hearst Rønning Collab
When you think of the lab-grown diamond market, your mind likely wanders to "daily" jewelry styles such as simple studs, stacking rings, and...
The 10 Sexiest Tidbits In ‘Jewels That Made History’
Set your timer and see how long it takes you to breeze through Jewels That Made History: 100 Stones, Myths & Legends (Rizzoli, $45). Published...
Auction Alert: The Original Rosie The Riveter Had Amazing Jewelry
Doyle is hosting a one-day-only Important Jewelry auction on Thursday, and it’s a sale with a number of compelling headlines, including two rare...
Phillips Bows New Online Selling Platform Featuring Shaun Leane
And in a word, it’s flawless.
Literally—the auction house’s new online selling platform is called Flawless. Launching today, it’s...