Did you know that the first mention of Sherlock Holmes’ persona included the terms “Bohemian soul?” The style that sprang from the word is not as simple to describe as you might think. In fact, there are plenty of sub-styles and influences. At its core, however, Boho chic is most accurately defined as an artistic […]
Choosing jewelry with synthetic stones offers you the rare opportunity to own a genuine vintage piece while paying less for the gems than you would if selecting an item with its mined equivalent. Chemically, the stones are identical. As we have previously explained, synthetic gems are flawless but feature all properties the natural versions bring […]
In the distant past, filigree work was the hallmark of a top level jewelry maker. The professional would take small pieces of metal wiring, solder them painstakingly together and then apply them to a base for strength. As techniques improved, the filigree work was done without the base. The resulting jewels had an ethereal beauty […]
