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Just How Valuable Is Halloween Jewelry?

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To be fair, most of Halloween jewelry available back then was of the cheap plastic novelty variety that didn’t stand up to more than a season or two of child’s play. By the time a was working for a living a couple of decades later, I do remember seeing more and more Halloween jewelry available.

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The Process of Jewelry Appraisal: What to Expect

Huddleston Fine Jewelry Appraisals

When considering a jewelry appraisal, it's natural to feel a bit uneasy about handing over your treasured pieces. At Huddleston Fine Jewelry Appraisals, we prioritize your comfort and confidence throughout the entire pro.

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6 Visual Artists Who Dabbled in Jewelry-Making

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How Visual Artists Became Jewelry Artists Jewelry-making and art share a long, interwoven history, but it wasn’t until the 20th century that artists discovered the true potential of jewelry as another form of expression. In 1961, he ventured into jewelry-making, creating his first piece, La Jolie, from precious metals.

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How to Safely Clean Old Costume Jewelry

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Many pieces of rhinestone jewelry like this Juliana brooch can be cleaned by dusting them off with a soft toothbrush. The first thing to know about cleaning old costume jewelry is that it’s not a one-size-fits-all proposition. If I had to make one blanket statement regarding cleaning jewelry, though, it would be this: less is more.

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Egyptian Tomb Brimming With ‘Exquisite’ Jewelry Comes to Light

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The post Egyptian Tomb Brimming With ‘Exquisite’ Jewelry Comes to Light appeared first on Artnet News. It is the first discovery of its kind in the area.

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The Romance of Victorian Jewelry: Mourning Brooches and Sentimental Keepsakes

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Queen Victoria ’ s reign lasted between 1837 and 1901, during which her tastes and preferences in everything from clothing to jewelry informed those of her court, the upper classes and the general public in the UK. Victorian jewelry was often sentimental in nature. Antique Carved Jet Mourning Jewelry. Auctioneers (May 2023).

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How Much Is Too Much for Dior Costume Jewelry?

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A couple of decades ago, while everyone else, it seemed, was paying attention to Chanel costume jewelry, I had my eye on Dior. In contrast, Chanel jewelry (especially from the ’80s onward) fell into a similar-look rut that often pushed the CC logo. A Christian Dior necklace dated 1964 in its original box. The answer, however, is no.

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