Happy Summer!

Summer Sun

It's official! The Midwest has been feeling the heat for the past few weeks, but now we can officially claim that the Summer heat is here!

The sun is definitely making all of our gemstones sparkle a bit more too and we love that!

Enjoy the first day of Summer! 

Family History Day

Jewelry, Family Heirlooms

On Family History Day it is important to set aside a bit of time to think about our family, even the family we didn't know. You know who I mean, great-great-grandma whose diamond ring you are still wearing. Why not learn more about her by coming in for an appraisal to learn more about the diamond, or setting. You will feel even closer to your family when you know more about the stones and family estate pieces. 

For the Fashionista

15 Years Later: Sex and the City

It is hard to believe that the iconic television show Sex and the City first aired 15 years ago today. With that news it's exciting to take a look back at the memorable jewelry from the show. See a few pieces from the jewelry boxes of Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda below. One of the most memorable would have to be the "Carrie" necklace, what do you think?

Gemstone Facts

Alexandrite: The Color Changer

"Alexandrite is one of the rarest gems on Earth. Named for it's discovery around the sixteenth birthday of Czar Alexander II, this color changing chrysoberyl can be beautiful in any light. Durability makes it an excellent engagement ring gem too. Also the gem for the 55th anniversary."

-via InStore Magazine, May 2013