May 12, 2020 | Jewelry Care
A gem’s hardness is often misunderstood by the layperson. Let’s clear that up. Watch the video, or read on for details. There is a difference between hardness and durability. Have you heard that a diamond is the hardest natural substance? It has a hardness of 10,...
Apr 16, 2019 | Designing Eye, Once Upon A Jewel
Colorful expressions are utilizing jewelry adorned with colored gemstones to convey self-expression and personal significance. Initiation and growth are Spring’s hallmarks. It’s 37 degrees the day I’m writing. Since the garden is mostly dormant, let’s look at the...
Oct 21, 2010 | Designing Eye
Cynthia Renée gold cufflinks inspired by a vintage pair of Indian cufflinks, but updated. Six each cabochon emeralds (Colombia) and rubies (Burma) set with white enamel in 22 karat yellow gold. Cufflinks are hand-engraved, millgrained and reversible. See Cynthia...
