Certainly! We accommodate resizing requests for items that can be modified. Keep in mind, some items due to their material and age can not be altered. For more details and to obtain a quote, please contact us here. Any Purchase over $1,000 will include free sizing.

Regular inspection and maintenance of your fine jewelry is crucial. We recommend having a professional jeweler check and clean your pieces every six months. For at-home care, a jewelry cloth can be used to gently remove dirt and tarnish. Although ultrasonic cleaners are widely used for many modern jewelry items, they are not suitable for cleaning antique pieces.

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Absolutely. We pride ourselves on offering only genuine, tested, and guaranteed products. The guarantee also includes how the item is described to you. We back everything.

Estate jewelry refers to pieces that have been previously owned. It often includes vintage and antique items, offering a glimpse into the past through beautifully crafted designs.

Jewelry design and craftsmanship have evolved significantly over the centuries, with each era bringing its own unique style, materials, and techniques. Understanding these periods can greatly enhance one’s appreciation of jewelry and its historical context.

• Georgian Era (1714-1837): The Georgian period is known for its handcrafted, intricate designs often inspired by nature, including flowers, leaves, and birds. Jewelry from this era was made predominantly from 18k gold and silver, and commonly used gemstones like diamonds, garnets, and pearls. Georgian jewelry is rare, as pieces were often dismantled and remade to suit the changing tastes of subsequent periods.
  
• Victorian Era (1837-1901): The Victorian period is divided into three stages: Early (Romantic), Middle (Grand), and Late (Aesthetic). The Romantic phase emphasized nature-inspired themes similar to Georgian motifs but with a focus on sentimentality, featuring lockets and brooches. The Grand period coincided with Queen Victoria’s mourning of Prince Albert, bringing darker, heavier jewelry and the introduction of jet and black onyx. The Aesthetic period saw a return to lighter, more whimsical designs with an emphasis on craftsmanship.
  
• Edwardian Era (1901-1915): Marked by elegance and sophistication, Edwardian jewelry featured delicate designs made from platinum and diamonds, often accented with pearls. Lace-like patterns, garlands, and bow motifs were prevalent, reflecting the opulence of the time. The use of platinum allowed for more intricate and durable settings that were not possible with gold.
  
• Art Nouveau (1890-1910): Art Nouveau jewelry marked a departure from the traditional styles of previous eras, focusing on free-flowing lines, natural forms, with an abundance of figural designs that often depicted women, flowers, and animals in an intricate, stylized manner. Materials such as glass, enamel, and semi-precious stones were used alongside traditional gemstones, creating pieces that were as much art as they were adornment, showcasing the era's penchant for blending beauty with the natural world in a harmonious and expressive way.
  
• Art Deco (1920s-1930s): The Art Deco period was characterized by bold, geometric designs and a departure from the soft curves of Art Nouveau. Influenced by industrial progress and archaeological discoveries of the time, it featured symmetrical patterns and exotic motifs from Ancient Egypt, Asia, and the Americas. Platinum, diamonds, and colorful gemstones like rubies, sapphires, and emeralds were commonly used.
  
• Retro (1935-1950): The Retro era reflected the glamor and escapism of Hollywood’s golden age. Jewelry was large, colorful, and dramatic, often featuring oversized semi-precious stones, gold, and motifs that included bows, ribbons, and sunbursts. This period also saw the rise of cocktail rings and chunky bracelets.
  
• Modernist (1950s-Present): The Modernist movement broke away from traditional forms, emphasizing creativity and artistic expression. Jewelry designers experimented with new materials and techniques, producing abstract and minimalist pieces. This era is marked by its diversity, with contemporary jewelry designers continuing to push boundaries and explore new concepts.

Each era is distinguished by its use of materials, design motifs, and the craftsmanship techniques that were influenced by the social, political, and economic contexts of the time. Collectively, these periods reflect the evolution of jewelry from purely decorative items to expressions of personal style and modern art.