Journal

The "Golden Emperor": Who is the Richest Person in History

Have you ever wondered who is the richest person who ever lived? Many historians believe the answer is Mansa Musa, the ruler of the mighty Mali empire. According to BBC, historians think that the ...

Trifari jewelry – History & Characteristics. The Best Place to Buy Them

The genius of fantasy jewelry, Gustavo Trifari – the father of the Trifari jewelry, was born in 1883 in Naples, Italy, in a family of excellent goldsmiths already famous in the city in the mid-‘80...

The Timeless Vision of Coco Chanel: Simplicity is the Essence of True Elegance

The name "Coco Chanel" is an emblem, a standard, in the world of fashion. Considered to be one of the greatest designers of all times, Gabrielle Bonheur "Coco" Chanel revolutionized the fashion in...

Antique or Vintage Emerald Jewelry will Make you Feel Like a Queen

Also known as the "stone of kings", emerald is the most vibrant green precious gem in history. The stunning color, as well as the myths and mystical properties associated with it, has raised vinta...

The Mysterious Antique Bracelet that Amaze Scientists

A 9,500-year-old mysterious antique bracelet baffles scientists around the world. Made of obsidian, a volcanic rock, the bracelet dating from the Neolithic period is so perfectly crafted and polis...

The Most Famous Sapphire Engagement Ring in the World

The most famous sapphire engagement ring in the world is most likely that of Princess Diana, the same precious ring that afterward decorated the royal finger of Kate Middleton, the Duchess of...

The Vintage Wonders of Swarovski

Today Swarovski is a name synonymous with high quality jewelry and watches, but it wasn’t so before 1977. Not in a sense that the quality was any worse, but that Swarovski only made crystals and cu...

From Apprentice to Maison: The Story of Robert Goossens

While most of us were in a total haze as to what career path to take in life at 15, one Parisian boy had already been making waves in the glamorous yet demanding world of jewelry making by that age...

The Brilliance of Vintage & Antique Sapphire Rings

From royal houses to fashion celebrities, where refinement is the letter of the law, they all love vintage and antique sapphire rings. These fascinating accessories have their special place in the...

The Magic and Brilliance of Vintage Gold Earrings

A pair of glamorous vintage gold earrings can complete any outfit and make you truly stand out, even when wearing a simple dress. The secret is to know how to choose the perfect model that can hig...