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Chunky, Bold & Retro Jewelry: Statement Design with Enduring Appeal

After years of whisper-thin chains and dainty jewels in barely-there settings taking the forefront of jewelry fads, the return of chunky jewelry feels less like a passing trend and more like a revival. From the geometric boldness of Art Deco to the sculptural forms of the 1980s, statement jewels and high-quality gold have long taken center stage in any glamorous wardrobe.

On the Market: Christie's Rockefeller Sale

By now, you have undoubtedly heard about the highly anticipated, blockbu...

Raymond Yard: An American Legacy of Exception...

Raymond Yard Unheated Paraiba Tourmaline Necklace, 26.08 Carat. M....

Rare Currency: A Collector’s Guide

One of the first symbolic, political, and critical economic actions to a...

The Unexpected History of Venetian Glass

Known as the Floating City, or La Serenissima, Venice carries with it an...

The Royal Academy: A Cultural Powerhouse

Art and the institution have been inextricably linked for centuries; the...

10 Things You May Not Know About M.S. Rau

Sure, you know that we carry the finest art, antiques and jewelry around...

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