EditorsJan 14, 2022
See a Few of Betty White’s Best Jewelry LooksEditor-in-Chief Michelle Graff celebrates the Golden Girl’s jewelry style ahead of what would’ve been her 100th birthday.
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17 results for “Jewelry History”
AuctionsDec 21, 2021
All 39 Lalique Pieces in Sotheby’s Paris Auction Sold The sale totaled nearly $1.9 million.
TrendsDec 02, 2021
A New Book on Lover’s Eyes Jewelry Is Out Now“Lover’s Eyes: Eye Miniatures from the Skier Collection” features more than 130 examples of the much-sought-after antique style.
CollectionsNov 23, 2021
A New Book Explores ‘Cartier and Islamic Art’It accompanies an exhibition on view now in Paris and headed to Dallas next year.
AuctionsNov 10, 2021
Marie Antoinette Bracelets Smash Auction Estimates, Selling for $8MThe Duchess of Windsor bangle, however, failed to sell.
EditorsOct 28, 2021
A Look at the World’s Most ‘Cursed’ JewelsAs Halloween approaches, Associate Editor Lenore Fedow haunts us with the stories of four cursed jewels and shares a lesson in karma.
AuctionsOct 05, 2021
Bonhams LA Offering 20th Century Jewelry Sale“Wearable Art: Jewels from The Crawford Collection” has more than 300 pieces from Pablo Picasso, Art Smith, and more.
AuctionsSep 15, 2021
A Rolex ‘Deep Sea Special’ Surfaces for Fall Auction These watches rarely hit the market, and this particular timepiece is expected to sell for as much as $2.6 million.
AuctionsSep 09, 2021
Marie Antoinette Diamonds Expected to Fetch $2M-$4M at AuctionThe French queen’s diamond bracelets retain their original design.
IndependentsJul 07, 2021
This New Podcast Is a Must-Listen for Jewelry LoversBritish Vogue editor and jewelry historian Carol Woolton views pop culture through a jewelry lens.
EditorsJun 04, 2021
Out & About: The Stories Behind These ‘Beautiful Creatures’ Editor-in-Chief Michelle Graff is eager to get out. Her first stop: the new jewelry exhibition at the American Museum of Natural History.
EditorsMay 11, 2020
A Look at Protective Jewelry Through the AgesFrom Native American turtle amulets to the Italian cornicello, Associate Editor Lenore Fedow delves into the history of pieces of jewelry believed to shield the wearer.
EditorsJul 09, 2019
Why Opals Are ‘Bad Luck’ and Other Gemstone LegendsAssociate Editor Lenore Fedow delves into the ancient beliefs and superstitions surrounding six popular gemstones.
TrendsFeb 07, 2018
The History Behind … The Squash Blossom NecklaceThe latest installment in our antique jewelry series examines the iconic Native American design.
TrendsAug 11, 2016
The History Behind … Georgian mourning jewelryThis month, National Jeweler delves into the when, where and why of mourning jewelry worn between roughly 1714 and 1830.
TrendsFeb 29, 2016
The History Behind … 1970s StyleWith the big, bold yellow gold jewelry of the ‘70s making a comeback, National Jeweler takes a look back at the social and cultural forces that originally shaped this decade of design.
TrendsNov 03, 2014
The History Behind ... Victorian mourning jewelryNational Jeweler delves into the when, where and why of mourning jewelry worn during the Victorian era, which spanned 1837 to 1901.
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