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If you haven't heard about the Antique Jewelry & Art Conference more familiarly termed, "Jewelry Camp", then now is the time. It is a wonderful two day experience to meet like minded jewelry fans and learn in the process. A stellar group always is on hand for daily lectures, seminars and hands on learning. Mingle with the stars of the jewelry world. Its wonderful to surround yourself with others with as much passion as you have for the art and craft of adornment of the body. July 30th and 31st, 2015 and annually every summer. 

What is the mark that you see on jewelry, "Irid Plat"? Since about 1900, platinum has dominated the making and manufacturing of jewelry. With its partner, white gold, it can be found in a wide variety of jewelry, from rings to earrings. Its discovery ushered in the Edwardian era, known for its exceptionally fine yet durable lace-like platinum work. As with most metals for jewelry, they are often combined with other metals to help the metalsmith or jeweler accomplish their feats of wonder. Termed an alloy, it is simply two or more metals brought together. Often another white precious metal...

The American Society of Jewelry Historians (ASJH) is presenting to their members a tour at the Cooper Hewitt Museum, Smithsonian Design Museum taking place in New York City. It is all happening July 21st. Conducted by the Curator of the Product Design and Decorative Arts Department, it focuses on jewelry within the collections. The ASJH is a group of dedicated and knowledgeable jewelry experts and enthusiasts and they host a number of events throughout the year. Check out membership and their informative website on event and lectures, country and worldwide jewelry exhibits and more. Membership is reasonable and worth joining for so many...

It was a momentous week for love in all forms with the Supreme Court ruling on allowing same sex marriages and all the associated rights and privileges that come with it. The Three Graces has always catered to any couple who approaches us for wedding rings, engagement rings, or gifts of every jeweled variety.  Our rainbow jewelry examples today mark a symbol of love in triumph and for the LGBT community as a whole. Yet, a few years ago, say about 100 to 200, a multicolored arrangements of gemstones still meant love, but perhaps with a hidden message or twist. Often...