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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.

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Remembering One of The Greats: The Personal Effects of Joe DiMaggio
Remembering One of The Greats: The Personal E...

  "Heroes are people who are all good with no bad in them. That's the wa...

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On the Market: Strength of the Middle Market
On the Market: Strength of the Middle Market

La Chiesa Gesuati by Federico Del Campo. Price: $335,000     It i...

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2018 Jewelry Trends: Top 10 Most Pinned Items on Pinterest
2018 Jewelry Trends: Top 10 Most Pinned Items...

Alright, we admit it — we aren’t above digital hoarding, especially when...

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The Porcelain Prisoner: The Making of Meissen Hard-Paste Porcelain
The Porcelain Prisoner: The Making of Meissen...

  Detailed of "Fire" from Meissen's Four Elements Ewers   Porc...

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The Fab Five: World-Famous Gemstones
The Fab Five: World-Famous Gemstones

There are approximately 200 naturally-occurring minerals in the world th...

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Pretty in Pink: An Exploration of the Pink Diamond
Pretty in Pink: An Exploration of the Pink Di...

The fancy colored diamond market is one that has gained significant trac...

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The Power of the Ruby: July Birthstone
The Power of the Ruby: July Birthstone

  Untreated Ruby and Diamond Ring, 3.02 Carats   Red has long...

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Animal Instincts: British Animal Painters
Animal Instincts: British Animal Painters

The depiction of animals in an artwork is as old as humanity itself. Som...

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Dining In Style: Cultural Influence at the Dinner Table
Dining In Style: Cultural Influence at the Di...

There are two traditional styles of serving elaborate meals: the French,...

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A Primer on Edwardian Jewelry
A Primer on Edwardian Jewelry

Known for its sheer elegance and touted as one of the most remarkable pe...

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On the Market: Picasso
On the Market: Picasso

The legacy of Pablo Picasso has an unyielding hold on our collective cul...

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